Marc Jacobs was ahead of the trend with the mink-hued velvet mary-jane from his SS15 collection. Adorned with pave crystals and retailing for close to $3,ooo (!), it sold out immediately. Come fall, a number of designers incorporated their own version of equally stunning velvet shoes that will hopefully not break the bank. Simple, classic silhouettes allow the gorgeous hues and subtle sheen all the attention in flats and boots as well as these lovely heeled beauties below.

clockwise from top left: Rosetta Getty; Rupert Sanderson; Gianvito Rossi; Blumarine