Find Your Perfect Peep Toe Shoes

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Where to buy peep toe shoes

Peep toe shoes got their start in the 1930s and even now, they're on everyone's minds (or feet, actually!). Top designers have revamped this classic shoe into a modern must-have. From chic to crazy cool, this lens will help you find the perfect peep toes for you (everything is organized by type of shoe) and even show you how to wear them. If you liked this lens, please rate it (just click the stars at the top) or leave a comment in the guestbook below.

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How to Find the Best Peep Toe. 


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Peep toe shoes come in a variety of styles, so there is something for everyone.

If you love the look of the peep toe, but aren't so skilled at maneuvering in high heels, try peep toes with a wedge, kitten heel, slingback, or ankle straps. Wedges are usually made with cork or wood and can help you keep your balance. The kitten heel is a very tiny heel, so you don't have to worry about stepping the wrong way on a busy sidewalk (ouch!). And of course, any heeled shoe that also has straps or slingback ensures that it won't fall off and hopefully you won't either!

However, if you have model-like grace, go ahead, buy whatever peep toe you like!

The next, and last, step is deciding how much you want to spend on a pair of shoes. You can easily find a great pair of designer/name brand shoes on eBay, Amazon, and other online retailers as well as at shoe outlets, discount stores, and others.

Peep Toe Flats 

  1. Three Wishes Peep Toe at Modcloth, $39.99
  2. Diesel Melody Flat at Amazon, $23.98 - $66.00
  3. Nicole 'Sailor' Espadrille Flat at AZ Shoe, $27.99
  4. Not Rated Miss Selfish Open Toe Flat at Amazon, $15.66 - $34.95
  5. Exchange by Charles David Yipee Peep Toe Flat at Amazon, $22.48 - $69.95
  6. Giuseppe Zanotti White Crystal Studded Leather Flats at Bluefly, $472.99
  7. Davis by Ruthie Davis Stud Peep Toe Ballerina at Amazon, $157.48
  8. French Sole 'Waltz' Peep Toe Ballet Flat at Zappos, $100.28
  9. For You Flats at Anthropologie, $39.95

Tip #1

Remember, authentic peep toes are only small openings, so that just your middle toes and maybe a little of your big toe shows through a bit.

Peep Toe Wedges 

  1. Miss Me Heart-10 Peep Toe T-Strap Wedge at Amazon, $42.90
  2. Charlotte Ronson 'Violet' Wedges at Piperlime, $145
  3. Pink Studio Lenore Peep Toe T-Strap Wedge at Amazon, $95.95
  4. United Nude Mono Jane Wedge at Amazon, $89.95
  5. Emma Pink Laria Wedge Sandals at Piperlime, $48.99-$58.99
  6. Not Rated Tea for Two Peep Toe Wedge at Endless, $44.95
  7. Colonial Madness by LD Tuttle Cutout Wedge at Urban Outfitters, $148
  8. Willow Cut Out Lace-up Wedge at Topshop, $110
  9. Pebble Beach Wedges in Putting Green at Modcloth, $27.99

Photos of Peep Toes 

Black high heels peep-toe by Markusram

High heels peep-toe by Markusram

Marc Jacobs shoes by Kekka

mai_mileend_montreal4 by Mai Le

Melissa's Shoes 6-7-09 3 by stevendepolo

Yes Sir I Can Boogie! by Hotplate Arts

Peep toe for the weekend by dee m

j_lo_averill_peep_toe by antonde

curated content from Flickr

Strappy Peep Toes 

  1. Report Signature 'Dita' Pump at Amazon, $138.50
  2. Roberto Cavalli T90044 Sandals at Zappos, $740
  3. Not Rated Childhood Memories Pump at Amazon, $54.90 - $57.00
  4. BCBGirls Famous Platform Sandal at Zappos, $89.02
  5. Casadei Purple Suede Peep Toe Strappy Shoes at Forzieri, $714
  6. Strappy Patent Platforms at Charlotte Russe, $36.99
  7. Snowbunny by Nine West, $39.99
  8. Vince Camuto 'Angie' Heel in Natural Almond at Lori's Shoes, $130
  9. N.Y.L.A. Yaneli Strappy Sandal at Endless, $80.98

Peeps under $25 

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Peep Toe Pumps 

  1. Poetic Licence Saucy Heels at Must Have Shoes, $100
  2. Nine West Bonfire Pumps at Zappos, $88.95
  3. Satin Bow Tie Pumps at Charlotte Russe, $24.99
  4. Fly Fly Birdie Heels at Modcloth, $42.99
  5. Zipper Trim Patent Pumps at Forever 21, $28.80
  6. Magrit 15876 Peep-Toe Pump at Endless, $218
  7. T.U.K. A7451L Peep Toe Pump at Endless, $51.95
  8. Paris Hilton Destiny Heels in Bronze at Zappos, $78
  9. Giuseppe Zanotti E96027 Peep Toe Pump at Endless, $426.22

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Peep Toe Slingbacks 

  1. Fendi Red Leather Logo Cutout Peep Toe Slingbacks at Bluefly, $540
  2. Stuart Weitzman 'Peepers' Pump at Nordstrom, $575
  3. Christian Louboutin 'Barneys Trash' at Barneys, $995
  4. Prada Metallic Violet Leather Cutout Slingbacks at Bluefly, $416
  5. Snowball Pump by Nine West, $39.99
  6. Christian Louboutin Moustique at Barneys, $720
  7. Topsider Stilettos at Charlotte Russe, $26.99
  8. Melissa 'Lady Dragon' Jelly Pump at Nordstrom, $149
  9. Miu Miu Patent Leather Peep Toe Slingbacks at My Theresa, $308.79

Tip #2

Yes, you can carry your peep toes with you into colder weather. Just pair them with neutral tights. There's a lot more information about pulling this off below. But please, don't wear tights with strappy summer sandals.

Peep Toe Booties & Oxfords 

  1. Nanette Lepore 'Baroque' Peep Toe Pumps at Bluefly, $245.99
  2. Steven by Steve Madden 'Midory' Booties at Zappos, $105
  3. Givenchy Cut Out Platform Booties at Barneys, $464.25
  4. L.A.M.B. Raina Pump at Endless, $354.95
  5. Betsey Johnson 'Carlos' Bootie at Nordstrom, $199.95
  6. Bondage Zipper Booties at Charlotte Russe, $32.99
  7. Pour la Victoire Eden Peep Toe Oxford at Amazon, $159.90 - $279.95
  8. Type Z Rockstar Bootie at Zappos, $69
  9. Vince Camuto 'Valentine' Ankle Strap Sandal at AZ Shoe, $89.50-$132

How to Wear Peep Toe Shoes 

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Vintage-Inspired Peep Toes 

  1. Delman Siana Dress Sandal at Amazon, $250.00 - $343.22
  2. BC Footwear Cotillion Low Wedge Peep Toe at Endless, $64.95
  3. Moschino Cheap & Chic Spectator Peep Toe Pump at Endless, $327.22
  4. Suede Floral Platforms at Charlotte Russe, $34.99
  5. Frye 'Kelsey' Ankle Strap Heels at Zappos, $181.80
  6. Ralph Lauren Collection 'Darla' Platform Sandal at Amazon, $463.16
  7. Bordello 'Violette' Rhinestone-Encrusted Peep Toe at Provoca Wear, $100.99
  8. Harajuku Lovers Laila Slingback at Zappos, $80
  9. Fly Fly Birdie Heels at Modcloth, $42.99

Vintage Peeps under $100 

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