Pointy Pumps Are Back And They Are Sharper Than Ever

After seasons of shall we say, non-confrontational shoe silhouettes (see the never-ending reign of the ballet flats), the sharp pointy-toe pump has returned. They were all over the Spring Summer 2025 runways, most notably at brands such as Prada, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, and Miu Miu putting their own spin on the sleek, sophisticated shape. Whether paired with a tailored suit for a power meeting (refer to Saint Laurent) or with a more demure midi skirt (hello Prada), they pretty much work for most occasions. Here, some of the latest styles to cop:

Bepointy patent leather and kidskin slingback pumps, $1,560, Valentino

Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello Jacqueline patent leather slingback pumps, $1,890, Saint Laurent 

Satin and leather pumps, $1,790, Prada

Technical fabric and leather slingback pumps, $2,000, Miu Miu

GG Horsebit leather slingback pumps, $1,550, Gucci

D-Venus polyester and polyurethane slingback pumps, $1,175, Diesel 

Knife lambskin knife mules, $1,210, Balenciaga 

Leather slingback pumps, $1,300, Acne Studios

Bright Crystal patent leather slingback pumps, $2,280, Versace

 J’Adior technical fabric-blend slingback pumps, $1,950, Dior