Like the perfect shade of lipstick or a buttery leather jacket, the right pair of shoes can transform your outfit. But, with a range of trends inundating the runways each season, it can be tough to know where to begin. Cobbler Concierge has put together a cheat sheet to create the ideal foundation for your shoe closet.

Ankle Boots: Rag & Bone Kinsey Boots, $595

If you ask us, you could stop right here. On-trend and appropriate for many occasions, the right ankle boot has the wear-with-all to take you from day to night in sleek urban style.

The Perfect Party Heel: Kurt Geiger Bond d’Orsay Pump, $500

Nothing to wear? We know that feeling, but here’s a trick: the right heel – with a burst of color or a dash of shimmer – can instantly transform an otherwise lackluster look. Take it from Kurt Geiger, the bolder the better.

Statement Sandal: Christian Louboutin Espadrilles, $795

Breezy cotton dresses and vanishing hemlines means what you’re wearing below the ankles matters even more in summer. Give them something to stare at with an embellished pair of sandals – and a smart pedicure.

The Dressy Flat: Tory Burch Reva Ballerinas, $235

Otherwise known as your wardrobe MVP, the right flat fits the bill for office and out-of-hours attire. Top tip: an eye-turning print (like Tory Burch’s snakeskin) gives this slip-on style more heft.

Valentino Couture Patent Platforms, $895

Never practical and never better, the platform is our must-have look for maximum impact. Score top style makes in these sky high heels sure to make you walk just a little taller.