Ready for Battle
Newsweek, April, 2007 by Jesse Ellison
Walk like a Roman in this spring's ubiquitous look: the gladiator sandal. Sexy and bohemian, these showstoppers come in a range of leathers, from brown suede to imitation snakeskin. With hardly any heels, they can be as comfortable as flip-flops --but nowhere near as understated. And none are more dramatic than Stuart Weitzman's pale gold knee-high version, which look like space-age moon boots redesigned for warmer climes. Made of shiny, elasticized gold leather, the studded bands go from toe to knee, accentuating the curve of the calf ($250; stuartweitzman.com ).
Prepare for battle--or the beach--with Giuseppe Zanotti's gladiator sandals, designed and produced in Italy. They come in rich red with gold buckles and studs, adjustable ankle straps and half-inch heels ($524; zappos.com ). For a sleeker, more modern look, try Tod's Matisse gladiator sandals in shiny silver faux python print. Elegantly shaped, these basic flats ...