The Only Heels That Will Truly Never Go Out of Style
With all the shoe trends that enter our radars season after season, it's no wonder it's so easy to throw caution to the wind and just want to buy all the latest bright and shiny shoes to hit the market. (Yours truly is guilty.) But I'm here to remind you to not forget about the heel style that's stood the test of time, the one that we all own, the holy-grail high heels: pumps.
So why am I talking about "boring" pumps right now when you probably just want to wear ankle boots and buy the prettiest new spring shoes? Because everyone from Sarah Jessica Parker to the queen wears them, they work with so many outfits and for so many occasions, and most importantly, so many brands have cool new versions on the market.
Keep scrolling for a reminder of how versatile and timeless pumps are, and shop 15 of my favorite pairs on the market (both new and old).
The Celebrity Proof

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Samir Hussein/WireImageCan't help but love the way Meghan Markle matched her heels to her skirt.
On Meghan Markle: Reiss coat; Massimo Dutti Plain Silk Wool Sweater ($70) and Satin Midi Skirt ($130); Jimmy Choo pumps

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Rodin Eckenroth/FilmMagicThis monochromatic look is clearly a thing.
On Selena Gomez: Versace dress and pumps

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Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis via Getty ImagesLily-Rose Depp's black Chanel pumps look very, well, Chanel.
On Lily-Rose Depp: Chanel dress and pumps

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Ernesto Ruscio/Getty ImagesIf they're good enough for Meryl…
On Meryl Streep: Givenchy dress

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Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for InStyleZendaya's black suede pumps create a streamlined look with her coordinating trousers and tights.
On Zendaya: Givenchy dress; Christian Louboutin So Kate Pumps ($725)
The Street Style Proof

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The Style StalkerPumps and a midi length go hand in hand.

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The Style StalkerAs you can see by these embellished pairs, pumps don't have to be "boring."

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Edward Berthelot/Getty ImagesPumps look chic in kitten-heel form as well.

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The Style StalkerYou can never go wrong with a pair of plain black pumps.

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The Style StalkerWhite pumps are becoming just as classic as black ones.
Shop the Best Pumps
Ask anyone—Manolo Blahnik makes the holy grail of classic pumps.
Jennifer Lawrence just wore these, so there's that.
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