I’ve recently been interviewing for a new pump.

The successful shoe needed to possess:

– a pointed (but not too pointy) toe

– a slim, high (but not too high) heel

– a single sole (platform heels need not apply)

– the ability to work well across different departments (and by departments I mean cropped pants, midi skirts and skinny jeans alike)

I reviewed a number of applicants, but it should come as no surprise that Isabel Marant (the cool girls go-to) secured the position.

The black suede Poppy’ pump was far-and-away the most qualified for the job in a perfect French, sexy-without-trying kind of way.

Isabel Marant ‘Poppy’ suede pumps, $815