The 1960s like and granny looking like low block heels are back on the track. Not just for our Gen Z who prefers anything comfortable, in similar mode like refreshing carefree 1960s. Good comfortable wear with chic edge is always welcome in our closet, famous Christian Louboutin gives his blessing to their Mamaflirt 30 pumps.
Bye to the skyscraper heels with the red sole, hi to the decent heel and comfort, going down to the downtown with easy matching with anything. No need of the piggyback, but the girl next door is welcome. No boring flat shoes, little lift and low heel do not kill. We have covered kitten heels trends Python and Kitten as another recent trend for 2026, linked with animal print and sling back features.
Our founder Marketa has couple of block heels in her closet and we prepare the Tiktok video. Certain shoes are always a great investment as a classy staple piece. She wore the similar design to Louboutin pumps two years ago for the local open party charity event. Pink and nude color shades, wide palazzo modern, all so trendy now. Find more about pink trend Think Pink
The recent trend features reasonable 1-2 inch high block heels and shifts towards comfort, certain French chic and practicality. Shall we say also Bye to always black footwear ? The nude and pastel tones are more refreshing and easy on eye. We don’t have any similar preowned design recently for sale, but they are amazing investment.
MY TIPS TO BUY OR WATCH OR ADD TO WISHLIST
Salvatore Ferragamo Vara Pumps
They feature typical cute bow and amazing cool icon brand known for high quality. We have just flats without any heels regarding this design, but they are easy to be sourced as preloved shoes online. The iconic Italian-made pump designed by Fiamma Ferragamo in 1978, renowned for its low block heel, round toe, and signature grosgrain bow. It is considered a staple of “quiet luxury” and timeless elegance, often featuring patent calfskin with a logo-engraved gold-tone metal buckle.
Mid tier version – my pick will be Vagabond, for Europe and the UK – LK Bennet.
Roger Vivier Belle Vivier
They are more available on the preowned designer market and they come with cheaper price tags as well as higher block heels. The brand is beyond the cool and on the same par with Ferragamo. Their most iconic style Belle features the famous rectangular buckle and slanted block heel. It is the quintessential “mod” shoe, famously launched in 1965 and still defined by its iconic buckle and square-toe silhouette.
Mid tier version – my pick will be Wright London with design Paloma, sensible choice is Hobbs with Lexia.
Miu Miu Mary Janes
If you want the patent leather look with a bit more “youthful” flair, Miu Miu’s Mary Janes often feature crystal-embellished buckles and retro straps, comfortable soles and cool French girl flair. They are the playful, rebellious younger sister to the structured Roger Vivier look. Miu Miu Mary Jane design is about “ugly-chic” charm—mixing vintage silhouettes with unexpected textures like velvet, patent leather, and heavy embellishments. Quite sporadic to be traced as preowned to buy, but outstanding. There is a lot of quality and choice on mid range market.
Mid tier version – my pick is Carel Paris Alice/Kina, we can stay in France with Jonak Delou or Sezanne Paula Babies
Investing in pre-loved designer low block heels secures a timeless 1960s silhouette and French chic with superior craftsmanship at a fraction of the retail cost. These “forever” shoes hold their value,offer engineered comfort for all-day wear, and can be easily refurbished by a cobbler. Beyond durability and value, pre-loved designer heels offer access to unique, archival designs—such as sculptural “Skyscraper” heels, the buckles, rare hand-painted leathers, and artistic hardware—that are no longer in production. These one-of-a-kind details provide often a distinctive, avant-garde edge that high-street replicas cannot mimic, allowing you to own a piece of fashion history that stands out. It is the ultimate sustainable choice for a polished, “quiet luxury” wardrobe staple.
Key Inspection Tips
- Heel Taps: Check for wear on the rubber heel taps; these are cheap to replace at a cobbler but can indicate how much they’ve been worn.
- Patent Condition: For Miu Miu and Carel patent leather, look closely for “colour transfer” (dark stains that can’t be removed) or cracking in the flex points.
- Buckle Scratches: Metal buckles on Roger Vivier can be polished, but deep gouges are permanent.
More information about Marketa B Linden Windsor’s activities, her long term charity and volunteering and more details – find it on her new personal website marketabarborikovalindenwindsor from June. It unites all her activities, events, mission as well as any details and personal profile, the updates. We are a fashion retail platform, owned by her.
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