If there is one thing that Tracy Margolies knows well, it’s shoes. Collecting amazing shoes is not only her hobby, it’s her career. Her job is to make you fall in love with — one of our favorite categories — shoes. Here, she lets us in on what she thinks every woman needs in her own collection and why she can’t live without her favorite flats.
I knew I wanted to work in fashion when…
My grandmother had a handbag/accessory shop-in-shop in a boutique in Brooklyn and I loved going there and “helping” her.
I’ve learned the most by working with…
Ron Frasch and Joseph Boitano were and continue to be my mentors. I have also learned a lot from the contemporary vendor community during my first buying job. I have been so lucky to be surrounded by icons in the industry at such a young point in my career.
The best thing about my job is…
It’s like my hobby, I love what I do.
My biggest challenge is…
Separating work from my free time.
I absolutely cannot live without my…
Chanel ballet flats. I always wear them to work and change into my high heels. I never wear flats during the day unless it’s the weekend.
My best investment is…
My Christian Louboutin tall shaft high heel boots. I always go back to them.
When it comes to shoes, every woman needs…
A wardrobe… but if I had to edit, she definitely needs that one “over the top” shoe that makes the outfit.
To me, shoes are…
Emotional. They can make a plain black dress look stunning. Shoes are also very specific to personal style.
My first pair of designer shoes were…
A pair of Manolo Blahnik Carolynes. They were special because I paid for them myself.
Heels are too high when they are…
Over four inches, but it’s all based on the individual.
This summer, I will splurge on…
Valentino mesh sling backs with studs. They make me smile.
This summer, I can’t wait to…
Wear more color.
The best fashion tip I’ve ever received was…
Take a risk!
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