How to Buy Jimmy Choos

There are shoes, and there are Jimmy Choos shoes. The "it" shoe for over a decade, Jimmys are coveted by many couture-conscious woman. With its sleek silhouette and fabulous feel and fit, there's something decadent about thinking, "I think I'll wear my Jimmy Choos with that." The question is where to get yourself a pair. You have several options.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Choose the level of your indulgence. If it's just the whisper of the Jimmy Choo label below your instep that you're seeking, but balk at the idea of shelling out hundreds for shoes, bargain hunt online. If you want the full boutique experience, the chance to inspect dozens of pairs and feel the rich, buttery leather with your own hands before making a purchase, there are several retail options.

2. Find a Jimmy Choo boutique near you if you want to paw the merchandise before purchasing. Go to JimmyChoo.com and use their store locator. You also can find Jimmys at high-end department stores like Bergdorf-Goodman, Neiman-Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue. Do not expect to find a bargain at any of these establishments, but you can enjoy being fawned over by the sales staff while inspecting the latest line in person.

3. Buy online if you're not near a bricks-and-mortar Jimmy Choo boutique, or if you are looking to spend less than your mortgage payment on your new shoes. You'll find a fabulous selection (but no bargains) at Net-A-Porter.com. BlueFly.com is your source for Jimmy Choos at a discount, but you'll be buying a line from last season or later.

4. Search Ebay for the big bargains. If your budget is less than $100, you'll definitely be buying used. Die-hard Choos lovers would argue that a used Jimmy trumps a brand new shoe by any other designer.

Resources

• See what Jimmy Choos celebrities are wearing.