Manolo Blahnik Patopia leather slingback sandals

There's a quiet confidence to the brand's Manolo Blahnik Patopia leather slingback sandals — the kind of piece that does the work without announcing itself.

The Upper: 100% Calf Leather, Sole: 100% Calf Leather build comes through in gold, UK 2, 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.