The 10 pairs of designer shoes that will never go out of style

A total icon in the shoe department, Chanel’s slingback is a style you know you’ll wear for the rest of your life. With so many colours and finishes to choose from, the difficulty comes with limiting yourself to just one pair. And, you can opt for either the heeled version or the flat – both are as classic as the other.

Prada loafers are a real icon of the house, and the new styles are just as timeless as the classics. Hailey Bieber and Bella Hadid have recently adopted the chunky iteration into their wardrobes, while the more toned-down versions remain just as popular.

Whichever pair you choose, there are so many ways to style these, meaning you’re guaranteed bang for your sartorial buck.

First introduced in autumn/winter 2010, Valentino’s Rockstuds have stood the test of time. Still seen on red carpets and the street-style set over a decade on, these studded shoes are an investment worth making for both your office and after-dark wardrobes.

A style loved and worn many times by the Duchess of Sussex, Aquazzura’s Bow Tie heels are an instant classic. The silhouette is timeless, while the bow adds an elegant touch.

Chanel’s quilted ballet pumps have been the staple flat for stylish women for decades. The signature style is still being made – this season in everything from classic tweed and leather to sequins.

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Louboutin’s most iconic shoe has been worn on the red carpet by pretty much every A-lister who has walked one.

The sleek patent design with a pointed toe and stiletto heel makes it perfect for many an occasion, whether it’s solving a workwear dilemma or pairing with your little black dress.

The Gucci Horsebit loafer made its debut in 1953 and is still one of the fashion pack’s favourite shoes. While it is reinvented almost every season, your best bet for investment would be to stick with the classic.

Although fashion may have fallen hard for Sambas and Gazelles in recent years, Stan Smiths were the sneaker of choice for Céline’s Phoebe Philo for years, with Victoria Beckham and the rest of the fashion pack following suit – and we still consider them to be the ultimate fashion trainer. Invest now, and you’ll wear them with everything.