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How to Score Current Valentino Rock Stud Pumps 30% off Retail

I have been eyeing several of the Valentino Rock Stud pumps for over a year now but did not want to spend over $1000 for a pair of new shoes. With a little bit of internet searching, I was able to find my dream pumps--yes, the high-heeled black patent leather ones that are in stores now at $1045 (about $1140 with tax) for $802. A 30% savings!

Here's the 411: You can order the pumps on FarFetch.com, my new favorite luxury designer shopping site. This European site aggregates the merchandise of fabulous independent boutiques from around the world and connects them to fashion lovers. Some other great things about this site...you don't pay tax in the US, the shipment arrives within a few days and returns are free.

 

Breaking in my new Valentino Rock stud pumps at Mercedes Benz Fashion Week.  They are surprisingly comfortable and very light-weight on the foot.

Valentino Garavani Rockstud Pump, $801.71, Farfetch.com

Back Stage at J Mendel. Wearing my new Valentino pumps with a dress by Parker, available for $298, Intermix.

Although the Valentino pumps were an investment piece for me, I love them so much and it feels good to get them at a discount. Who doesn't want a good deal at the end of the day?

Valentino Rock Stud pump: Side view. Worn with black jeans (cuffed to show the stud details). 

Valentino Rock Stud pump: Side view. Worn with black jeans (cuffed to show the stud details). 

Black patent leather goes with everything. Studded details throughout add a rocker chic look to the elegant pointy-toe style. 

Back view. Love the sling back. Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target tote with Gusset, $54.99

I love mixing high-low. Valentino Rock Stud pumps + 3.1 Phillip Lim Target top and bag= perfection!

 

The Rock Stud pump by Valentino is a sexy shoe! You can wear it with just about everything from dresses to jeans.  Top by 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target, $29.99.