ELIZABETH AND JAMES (New York) Heeled Sandals with Snake-Print Leather

How about a little snakeskin —because it is believed to bring good luck and wealth— to welcome the imminent Year of the Snake? :-)

A masterful mix of textures —and hues— makes this Elizabeth and James sandal the statement shoe you’ve been waiting for.

The stylish and steady chunky wooden heel measures 3.5” or 9cm.

(RRP US$350)

Trend Alert

The Queen gives her seal of approval to snakeskin. Anna Wintour at the SS2013 Milan Fashion Week (left) and London Fashion Week (right).

In the Lunar calendar, 2013 is the year of the snake. To the designers (including Gucci, Valentino, Lanvin) and stylistas, this implies the year is meant for head to toe snakeskin print. Outfits and accessories from the SS2013 fashion weeks. (Click to enlarge)