Our Cosmoparis shape guide
The pump is a shoe that is closed at the front and back, set on a heel and without fastenings. It is the dressiest style in any wardrobe: it elongates the leg and pairs just as well with a suit as it does with raw denim. Pointed or rounded toe, stiletto, kitten or block heel, in smooth leather, suede or patent: it's up to you to choose the silhouette that reflects your style.
The loafer is a slip-on shoe, characterized by a flexible construction and an upper often highlighted by a raised apron. The derby is primarily recognized by its open quarters, stitched onto the vamp, with or without laces depending on the model. Two distinct constructions that come in thin, thick, or lug soles.
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LOAFER
LoafersThe loafer is a low-cut, flexible, laceless shoe. It is recognizable by the panel on the forefoot, crossed by a strap often adorned with a bit.
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DERBY
Derby shoesThe derby is a closed shoe, borrowed from men's fashion, with quarters stitched over the vamp.
Heir to the ballet slipper, the ballet flat is a flat, flexible, low-cut shoe with no fastening. The Mary Jane adds a strap across the instep, which holds the foot better with every step. Whether flat or with a small heel, it adds a retro touch to an outfit.
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BALLET FLAT
Ballet flatsA ballet flat is a shoe that resembles a dance slipper; supple and lightweight, it is low-cut and generally unlined.
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MARY JANES
Mary JanesThe Mary Jane is a closed flat shoe, recognizable by its strap across the instep. More secure than a ballet flat, it stays in place with every step.
The ankle boot is a high-top shoe that covers the ankle. Flat or heeled, it closes with a zip, laces, or side elastic panels, like the Chelsea boot. It is the key piece of the season, transitioning effortlessly from jeans to a dress.
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FLAT ANKLE BOOT
Flat ankle bootsThe flat ankle boot is characterized by an upper that covers the ankle and a sole with no heel or a slightly raised one. Slim and discreet for an elegant look, or thicker for a contemporary feel, the sole can also be lugged to add more character to the style. From minimalist designs to Chelsea boots or lace-up styles, it comes with rounded, square, or more tapered toes. An essential shape in the COSMOPARIS wardrobe, blending femininity, modernity, and an urban edge.
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HEELED ANKLE BOOT
Heeled ankle bootsThe heeled ankle boot is characterized by an upper that covers the ankle, paired with a heel that elongates the silhouette. Feminine and versatile, it comes in various heel heights and shapes, from block heels to stilettos, with pointed, square, or rounded toes depending on the style. An essential silhouette in the COSMOPARIS wardrobe, designed to combine style and femininity.
We speak of a boot when the upper extends beyond the ankle to rise to the calf or knee. Flat like the riding boot, it accompanies everyday life; with a heel, it lengthens the silhouette. With a lug sole, it dresses up a dress as well as a pair of jeans tucked inside.
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RIDING BOOT
Flat bootsInspired by equestrian style, the riding boot is a flat boot that reaches the calf or knee. Comfortable and timeless, it is a daily essential, pairing just as well with jeans as it does with a skirt.
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HEELED BOOT
Heeled bootsSet on a slim or block heel, the boot lengthens the leg and slims the silhouette. Worn under a dress or wide-leg trousers, it dresses up any outfit, from autumn to spring.
Open and lightweight, the sandal lets the foot breathe and is held in place by straps or laces. Flat, it follows you around town or on vacation. With a heel, whether slim or block, it gives a summer dress or wide-leg trousers a dressier look.
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FLAT SANDAL
Flat sandalsThe sandal is a very openwork shoe that leaves different parts of the foot uncovered, mainly the heel. The sandal is light, with or without a heel, and the sole is held on the foot in various ways by straps or bands of varying width.
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HEELED SANDAL
Heeled sandalsA heeled sandal is an open-toed shoe that features a lightweight sole and a strap or thong to hold the foot in place. Sandal heels can vary in height and style, offering a combination of fashion and function for various occasions.
The mule is characterized by an open heel and an easy-to-slip-on fit. Whether flat or heeled, it comes with a strap, a band, or a more covering front. Its heel can be slim, block, or kitten, for a silhouette that is by turns elegant or more casual.
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FLAT MULE
Flats mulesThe flat mule is characterized by an open heel and a flat sole. It comes in a thin, sleek version, or a thicker or anatomical one designed to follow the shape of the foot and offer greater comfort. With a strap or bands, it combines a casual look with femininity.
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HEELED MULE
Heeled mulesThe heeled mule is characterized by an open heel and a feminine silhouette that elongates the leg. It comes with a stiletto, block, or kitten heel, and an open or more covering front. Minimalist or more elaborate, it stands out as an elegant and decidedly fashionable shape.
The wedge sandal is distinguished by a sole that gradually increases in height from the front to the heel. The wedge can be covered in rope, espadrille-style, raffia, cork, wood, or in more contemporary materials like leather. Whether higher or lower, with or without a platform at the front, it elongates the silhouette while offering greater stability.