Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-embellished denim mules

There's a quiet confidence to the house's Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-embellished denim mules — the kind of piece that does the work without announcing itself.

The Upper: 100% Cotton Embellished, Sole: Bovine leather build comes through in blue, UK 2.5, with a finish that holds up to close inspection.

Built to outlast a season or two, which is really the point of buying at this level.