These blue Prada velvet 85 platform sandals might be hard to keep pristine in the rainy British weather, but as our pals over at the Telegraph put it, velvet shoes are 'the wardrobe update that is impractical and yet perfect' – just try avoid those puddles. The result of expert Italian craftsmanship, these open-toed platform shoes feature an ankle strap with a side buckle fastening, front toe straps and an 85 mm chunky high heel. We'll be wearing our Prada shoes with more Prada, obviously.