An exquisite example of Alessandro Michele’s maximalist vision for the house of Gucci, these black velvet sandals embody the romantic opulence that defined his early collections. The open-toe silhouette is adorned with the brand’s now-iconic crystal-encrusted panther heads, each set with hand-placed amethyst-tone stones and enamel detailing.
Authentic Gucci design by Alessandro Michele
Black velvet upper with metallic leather straps
Signature jewelled panther head adornments with purple crystal eyes and enamel fangs
Floral-print leather insole with gold Gucci logo
Adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure
Leather sole and lining
Made in Italy
Size: US 8.5 / EU 38.5
Heel Height: approx. 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
Insole Length: approx. 25.5 cm
Fits true to size
Excellent pre-owned condition. Velvet remains plush and luminous. Minimal signs of wear to soles. Crystals intact and gleaming.
These heels are an early Alessandro Michele design from FW16–Resort 17, featuring the first-generation feline hardware. The velvet + crystal feline head combination identifies it as part of Michele’s foundational Gucci transformation era, now considered historically significant in modern Gucci collecting.
An exquisite example of Alessandro Michele’s maximalist vision for the house of Gucci, these black velvet sandals embody the romantic opulence that defined his early collections. The open-toe silhouette is adorned with the brand’s now-iconic crystal-encrusted panther heads, each set with hand-placed amethyst-tone stones and enamel detailing.
Authentic Gucci design by Alessandro Michele
Black velvet upper with metallic leather straps
Signature jewelled panther head adornments with purple crystal eyes and enamel fangs
Floral-print leather insole with gold Gucci logo
Adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure
Leather sole and lining
Made in Italy
Size: US 8.5 / EU 38.5
Heel Height: approx. 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
Insole Length: approx. 25.5 cm
Fits true to size
Excellent pre-owned condition. Velvet remains plush and luminous. Minimal signs of wear to soles. Crystals intact and gleaming.
These heels are an early Alessandro Michele design from FW16–Resort 17, featuring the first-generation feline hardware. The velvet + crystal feline head combination identifies it as part of Michele’s foundational Gucci transformation era, now considered historically significant in modern Gucci collecting.
