These are my Sonia Rykiel flats:
Notice the brogue detailing and the zipper! The leather is soft and they're super-comfortable--only a 1/2 inch heel. Best of all, they were $38 on Yoox, during their fantastic super-sale.
I also scored these Jil Sander grey boots at the same sale:
...also for $38 (!!!!) I LOVE these boots. They have the faintest hint of a Western flair--with the pointy, slightly raised toe--but they're quite understated and superstylish. The goring on both sides keeps them snug and comfy on the ankle. I'm super-pleased.
I wasn't pleased at all, however, with the Pierre Hardy tall boots that I had ordered together with these shoes (they were $60 instead of $404). First, the color was different than I thought--dark brown instead of black. Second, and most importantly, they were a pull-on style (no zipper) and very narrow around the calf (I'm guessing, 13 inches or so), something that they forgot to mention on Yoox. I hate it when that happens! Well, back they went.
But I'm still loving my new stylish additions to my shoe closet. Welcome, beauties!