New York It Girls Are Wearing High-Vamp Heels Instead of Flats Right Now

Collage of Chanel's Métiers d'art Show in New York attendees wearing high-vamp heels.

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published 3 December 2025

If you wanted a real-time read on the trends that matter most this season, New York’s subway station last night was the place to be. At their Métiers d'art Show last night, Chanel took to the city's underground to debut its newest collection—and while the runway itself offered plenty to unpack, it was the footwear on the front row that immediately caught my eye.

Shelving the quaint ballet flats so often linked with the heritage house, every New York It Girl in attendance slipped into a pair of high-vamp heels instead.

Ayo Ediburi wears a black two-piece with a black hat and high-vamp heels at Chanel's M&eacute;tiers d'art Show in New York

Adding height and polish to each look, these trending heels proved the perfect companion to the knee-length pencil skirts that dominated the guest list. Where a shallow, skin-baring pump might have felt delicate, these higher-cut silhouettes offered more coverage—and, in turn, more impact.

Adwoa Aboah wears a grey pencil skirt with a grey cropped blazer and high-vamp heels at Chanel's M&eacute;tiers d'art Show in New York

Echoing the power-dressing shapes that defined the ’80s, high-vamp heels bring a retro energy that pairs naturally with the nostalgic trends resurfacing right now, including the sleek, below-the-knee skirts seen throughout the evening.

More sculptural than the average pump and set to be one of the season’s most defining silhouettes, consider this your cue to make room for high-vamp heels in your own wardrobe. Read on to discover and shop the chicest pairs available now.

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Zara

Limited Edition Leather High Heel Shoes

Be quick! These won't stay in stock for long.

Massimo Dutti

Soft Nappa Leather Court Shoes

The short kitten heel adds a little height without sacrificing any comfort.

Arket

Leather Pumps

Shop this while it's on sale.

Office

Marino High Vamp Court Heels

These look much more expensive than they actually are.

Anonymous Copenhagen

Phia 55 Pin Shiny Lamb Black

These also come in nine other shades.

Schuh

Shy High Vamp Court in Black

Pair these with a pencil skirt to get the look.

COS

Angular Leather Heeled Ballerinas

The small block heel ensures a comfortable stride.

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Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.

With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.