The Faithful Shopper: Spring in Your Step

The Faithful Shopper: Spring in Your Step
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Shoe lovers rejoice, it's time to go shoe shopping for my favorite season; lighter, brighter and fresh! It's all about pops of color, classic neutrals and statement lace-ups. Change is a very good thing and with a Spring comes a fresh set of footwear trends. Here are some of the best boutiques to begin your treasure hunt with their Manhattan locations.

The Kings of Cobblers
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31 W 54th Street
New York, NY 10019
(212)582-3007

THE legend. Blahnik began crafting his high glamour sexy shoes in the Seventies and continues to be a champion of timeless and beautifully crafted designs.
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699 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10065
(212)759-7078

Olympic Tower
New York, NY 10022
(212)593-0800

111 Greene Street
New York, NY 10012
(347)584-8825

Time to "shine, shimmer and sparkle" in luxurious, glamorous and practical works of art. Italian-made, sexy and shoes you can actually live and work in - and I do!

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965-967 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10021
(212)396-1884

59 Horatio Street
New York, NY 10014
(212)255-1910

Washington Street Men's
808 Washington Street
New York, NY 10014
(212)255-2056

The most recognizable soles in the world come from here (red), making a pair of Louboutins a sure sign that you've achieved success. But also note the striking use of color, and designs that are contemporary and timeless.

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625 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212)750-2555

675 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212)759-1570

118 Spring Street
New York, NY 10012
(212)226-3440

10 Columbus Circle
Suite 101B
New York, NY 10019
(212)823-9560

2151 Broadway
New York, NY 10023
(212)873-0983

New York's gift to luxury footwear, Weitzman creates shoes that are made for city life; wearable, fashionable, and a great investment in your style.

750 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10012
(212)861-5371

Beginning with the heyday of Josephine Baker in the 1930s and still shoemaker and stylist to royalty, the Vivier line is pure forward-looking European style.

30 Jane Street
New York, NY 10014
(646)449-0070

Renowned Parisian designer creates sculptural pieces with modern graphics appeal. Started his career designing at Christian Dior and Hermes' shoe lines before launching his own label.

Contemporary Creations by Modern Maestros
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Aquazzura
939 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10021
(347)328-0080

"Colombian designer Edgardo Osorio designs luxury footwear that reveals his discerning eye for contemporary design and impeccable craftsmanship. In 2011, he launched the much-revered brand Aquazzura, a unique collection of elegant, sophisticated shoes."

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Schutz
655 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10065
(646)561-3550

No, that's not an art showroom - it's a shoe store. Schutz offers innovative footwear design with a touch of Brazilian fun and flair, presented in a gallery-like setting.

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25 Bond Street
New York, NY 10012
(212) 420-6000

"UNITED NUDE has positioned itself at the intersection of design and fashion and has gained international recognition for the brand's creative work. Known for clarity, elegance and innovation, United Nude shoes are sold in over 40 countries, with flagship stores in Amsterdam, London and New York."
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Camper

110 Prince St
New York, NY 10012
(212)343-4220

635 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212)339-0078

"Not just a shoe, but the result of the Mallorca family dream. Making shoes since 1877, the Mallorca family dream combines the original artisan roots with an industrial vocation. Not only does this Mediterranean dream stand for a way of doing, living and feeling, it's a dream that has taken Camper on a walk across the world!"

Happy Shopping!

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