Manolo Blahnik Nicusan 90 embellished leather sandals

What stands out about the Manolo Blahnik Nicusan 90 embellished leather sandals is how little it tries — the label lets the construction do the talking.

In gold Upper: 100% Lamb leather. Sole:100% Bovine leather. Embellished, UK 2, the construction rewards a closer look rather than just a passing glance.

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