There was a time when the fashion set swore by low-cut shoes for their leg-lengthening effect—and, at just under five foot, I was firmly on board. But lately, the mood has shifted, with shoe vamps moving in the opposite direction.
Enter the high-vamp. My own personal turning point? A pair of deep V-cut heels from St. Agni that immediately caught my eye. But they’re far from alone. Camilla and Marc has long championed the silhouette, with its sculptural styles consistently in rotation among the street style crowd.
The Best High-Vamp Shoes, According To marie claire:
- Best Flat: TONY BIANCO Cuba, $179.95
- Best Low Heel: ST. AGNI Linea Heel, $489
- Best High Heel: WITCHERY Avery Heels, $249
On the runway, the look has only gained momentum. At Balenciaga’s Spring 2026 show, the high-vamp emerged as a defining detail, while Chanel’s Métiers d’Art 2026 collection—helmed by Creative Director Matthieu Blazy—leaned into two-toned iterations that felt both directional and refined.
For the uninitiated, the high-vamp is defined by its elongated upper, rising higher on the foot to fully cover the toes—sometimes more. The result is a sleek, uninterrupted line that feels equal parts modern and considered, whether rendered in a sharply pointed heel or a pared-back flat.
And the best part? There’s no shortage of options. Below, a curated edit of the high-vamp shoes defining the moment.
High-Vamp Flats
TONY BIANCO
Cuba
LE MONDE BERYL
Luna Suede Ballet Flats
JO MERCER
Dixon Ballet Flats
AEYDE
Moa Leather Point-Toe Flats
WITCHERY
Andie Textured Flats
TONY BIANCO
Bianca
High-Vamp Low Heels
ST. AGNI
Linea Heel
AEYDE
Delia Leather Pumps
SIREN
Flynn Point Toe Pumps
TOTEME
The Wedge Heel Slingback
CHARLES & KEITH
Glittered Mesh Bow Kitten Heels
LE MONDE BERYL
Babouche Satin Pumps
TONY BIANCO
Cherry
TONY BIANCO
Connie
High-Vamp High Heels
WITCHERY
Avery Heels
VIKTORIA & WOODS
Damascus Heel
AEYDE
Carla Leather Slingback Pumps
SCANLAN THEODORE
Pointed Slingback 10
CAMILLA AND MARC
Rhys Leather Pump
STUDIO AMELIA
Halo Slingback Pumps
ALIAS MAE
Claire
WITCHERY
High Vamp Pump Heels
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