How did they manage it? For Zara at least, it was with the help of a pair of plastic heel caps, which can be slipped over a stiletto to give it a broader surface area, making them less likely to sink into soft ground. While it wouldn’t have protected the rest of her £495 pink suede Emmy London shoes from getting a little muddy, it certainly would have made them easier to walk in. It’s a great trick for anyone to borrow this summer, whether you’re going to a garden party, a wedding, Royal Ascot, the polo, or any other event at which one must dress formally yet lawn-appropriately.
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Cap heels
Zara’s heel protectors are widely available, come in a range of sizes and are inexpensive. As for cleaning the rest of her shoe, a gentle scrubbing with stale bread is apparently a great way to remove stains from suede.