Alexander Wang Abbey High Heels: A More Glamorous Take on Men’s Fisherman Sandals

Here’s a pair I wouldn’t mind wearing: The Alexander Wang Abbey High Heel Sandals.

Alexander Wang Abbey High Heel Sandals in Tobacco

These shoes were first presented in Wang’s 2010 Resort Collection.

Alexander Wang Resort Wear 2010

It also comes in flat version, as seen on the 2^nd and 4^th models in the picture above.

At first glance, the Abbey High Heel Sandals may look masculine and perhaps a little ordinary, but these vintage looking shoes are actually sexy to wear.

The pointed toe offsets all the tough looking straps of the shoe, giving it a more feminine appeal. It also makes the legs appear longer.  The T-bar detail adds to the sexiness as well.

A close analysis will show us that this pair is actually a cross between fisherman sandals (in its glamorized form), mules, and T-straps.

To illustrate the comparison, here’s a pair of fisherman sandals from Bacco Bucci:

Bacco Bucci CJ Fisherman Sandals, US$159

VS.

Alexander Wang Abbey High Heel Sandals in Black

As for the ankle straps on these shoes, I am not entirely crazy about it, but I can live with it. Ankle straps always cut the length of the legs, so these shoes will have to go with short or mini outfits to look good.

Altogether, I would give the Alexander Wang Abbey High Heel Sandals a good 8 out of 10.

If you would like a pair of Alexander Wang Abbey High Heel Sandals for yourself,  you may purchase it at Shopbop.com for US$495.

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