Casadei Cut-Out Wedge in white (The Outnet, different version in Pink)
I have a love-hate relationship with these Casadei Cut-Out wedges. They are stunning as a work of art because of the very sculptural shape and fun color combinations (like these with black and neon yellow), but they also look extremely impratical. I don’t even know what I’d wear them with, perhaps a minimalist white shift dress?
Fun fact: The architectural shoes in Casadei’s S12 collection were dedicated to Lucio Fontana, whose experimental works and intricate structures were the key inspiration for “moving sculptures” for the feet. Since the collection is from last season, most of the shoes are sold out (especially the neon versions), but you can still find them on sale if you know where to look.
The white version above is my favorite from the Spring 2012 collection of cut-out wedges from Casadei. Neiman Marcus still has a red version on sale:
Casadei Cut-Out Wedge in red (Neiman Marcus); also in yellow here and here.
Casadei Cut-Out Wedge in pink (LuisaViaRoma)
And of course, there are plenty of double-takes out there for much less. Some that I’ve seen have taken the minimalist beauty of the original and completely ruined it, but there are some nice versions out there if you’re looking for sculptural shoes like this. I think they’d work well in a fashion shoot. And if you decide to wear them, make sure the details in the rest of your outfit are kept to a minimum to ensure the shoes are the focal point.
Needit Cut-Out Wedge (SpyLoveBuy)
This version is probably the cleanest and most sophisticated of the double-takes I’ve seen. The shape of the wedge is exactly the same, but the straps are very minimal. Also, the color combination is very nice. It also comes in all black.
Power-1 Wedge (UrbanOG)
Another nice double-take version, which also incorporates the wood-like color for the structure of the wedge.
Jessica Simpson Thunder Wedge (heels.com, Off Broadway Shoes)
The Thunder sandal from Jessica Simpson is pretty much a direct copy of the Casdei shoe with the same wedge and straps. The only difference is the lining. I spotted these at Off Broadway shoes for $59.99; they seem to be pretty much sold out everywhere online.
