Ladies Pumps and Ballet Flats
A good pair of pumps goes with almost everything, from jeans at the weekend to a dress for work, and our collection covers every kind. There are soft leather ballerinas from Gabor, pointed-toe Paul Green flats handmade in Austria, and strappy Tamaris flats with straps that adjust. If you'd like a little lift, the Wonders styles hide a low wedge inside a classic pump. Jana and Xti add vegan flats and Mary Janes in patent and suede-effect finishes. Black leads the colours, with brown, burgundy and navy alongside. Shop with us in Skerries, Co. Dublin, or online with free delivery on orders over €69 and free returns within 30 days.
How should pumps fit?
Pumps are a tricky style by nature. A classic slip-on pump has nothing to take up any slack, so the fit has to be spot on. If it's even slightly too big, your heel lifts and you can walk straight out of it; go down a size to stop that and it can pinch at the toes. That's why half sizes matter so much with pumps, and Gabor and Ara both come in half sizes. If you're between sizes, or your heel tends to slip in flat shoes, a style with a strap is often the better answer than a smaller size: the Tamaris flats have adjustable, elasticated straps, and a Mary Jane strap holds the shoe in place across the top of the foot. Beyond that, sizing depends on the brand, and the sizing note on the individual product is the one to go by. Try new pumps indoors on carpet first, and if you're unsure about a style, give us a call on 01 8490847.
Which pumps are most comfortable for all-day wear?
Look at what's under the foot. The Wonders styles are built for it, with their lightweight WondersFly sole on the wedges and a memory gel footbed on the hidden-wedge pumps, which lift you around 3cm. Gabor and Paul Green line their flats in soft leather, and most of the rest have a padded or cushioned footbed. A low wedge is worth trying if you find a completely flat shoe tiring by the end of the day.
Do you have pumps in wider fittings?
Yes. Jana make their pumps on an H fitting, the wide fitting with more room across the ball of the foot, and there are wider-fitting pumps from Ara in H and from Gabor in G, slightly wider than standard. The fitting is stated on every product that has one, and our wide fit footwear (H & EE) section brings together everything we stock in H and EE.
How do I look after suede and patent pumps?
Spray suede with a protector before the first wear, then brush it once it's dry after each outing. Patent only needs a wipe with a soft, damp cloth to keep its shine. Our shoe care guide has more detail, and the sprays and cleaners we use ourselves are in our shoe care section.
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