Black Velvet Mary Jane Heels

Our black velvet Mary Jane heels pair a soft velvet upper with a pointed toe and a crossed T-strap that fastens with two buttons, a detail borrowed from the dance shoes of the 1920s. The block heel measures 2.75 in (7 cm), steady enough for a long evening yet tall enough to lengthen a dress. Velvet absorbs light instead of reflecting it, which gives the black a rich, deep finish next to sequins and satin.

Why Velvet T-Strap Heels Suit Winter Events

Velvet looks right from November to February: at a New Year's Eve party, a Christmas dinner, a theatre premiere or a winter wedding. With two straps crossing the instep, your foot stays anchored through a Charleston or a swing set, and the wide heel spreads your weight on a wooden dance floor. With black velvet, we like a beaded black dress, a deep green satin gown or a burgundy midi.

Choosing Your Size in These Mary Jane Heels

Sizes go from EU 35 for an 8.85 in (22.5 cm) foot to EU 42 for a 10.25 in (26 cm) foot, in half-centimeter steps. Measure your foot in the evening, when it is slightly larger. A sister pair in wine red velvet sits with the rest of our mary jane heels.

Velvet Mary Jane Heels FAQ

How do I clean velvet shoes?

Brush the velvet in one direction with a soft clothes brush to lift dust and restore the pile. Dab small marks with a barely damp cloth; never rub.

Can I wear velvet in the rain?

It is not the shoe for puddles. Water can flatten the pile, so carry the pair in a bag and change at the venue on wet nights.

What tights go with black velvet heels?

Sheer black is the classic choice. For a lighter look with pastel dresses, nude tights work well.

See it in another shade

Red Mary Jane Block Heels