Collection: Pumps

A closed toe, a closed heel, and a heel height that can be modest or high are characteristics of the pump, a type of high-heeled shoe. They are a timeless and adaptable shoe choice that works well for many settings.

No, even though pumps are a particular kind of heel, "pumps" and "heels" are not exactly the same. Typically having a lower heel height than other high heel styles, pumps are a type of shoe with a closed toe, closed sides, and a closed back. Conversely, heels are a more general category that include any footwear with a raised heel, such as sandals, pumps, and stilettos.

Yes indeed, pumps are typically seen as a formal shoe option. They are a timeless and adaptable shoe type that goes well with many different ensembles, including formal events, business wear, and even some informal settings where a dressier shoe is preferred.