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the madeleine | custom designer heel

the madeleine | custom designer heel

A custom listing for a vintage designer bridal heel in a US size 8, focused on finding a closed-toe kitten heel with a romantic, distinctly vintage feel for the wedding day.

The search will prioritize luxury and high-quality designers including Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Vera Wang, Stuart Weitzman, and more, with particular attention to styles inspired by the delicate, ornate feel of vintage René Caovilla. 

The preferred color palette includes ivory, cream, blush, pale green or pistachio, muted blue, and beige, keeping the overall direction soft, romantic, and bridal.

Special attention will be given to embroidery, beading, lace, and other delicate embellishment, while avoiding large pearls, oversized rhinestones, and wide mesh detailing. The heel must be closed toe, with a vintage silhouette and refined detailing that feels special without becoming overly ornate.

SOURCING DETAILS

  • Size: US 8

  • Heel Height: Kitten heel, approximately 1–2.5 inches

  • Preferred Designers: Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Vera Wang, Stuart Weitzman & other luxury/high-quality vintage designers

  • Color Palette: Ivory, cream, blush, pale green/pistachio, muted blue & beige

  • Style: Closed-toe vintage bridal heel

  • Details: Embroidery, beading, lace & delicate embellishment; no large pearls, wide mesh, or large rhinestones

  • Inspiration: Vintage René Caovilla

SOURCING NOTES

  • The first 2–3 curated options will be sent within 1 business day of purchase.

  • Up to 8 total options are included in the sourcing process.

  • Feedback on the initial options will be used to further refine the search toward the preferred silhouette, color palette, and detailing.

  • The typical sourcing timeline is 2–6 weeks, although particularly rare or specific heels may require additional time. Any stated wedding or wear-by deadline will be honored.

PRICING NOTES

  • The flat fee covers the sourcing service, selected heels, minor repairs or fit modifications when applicable, applicable detailing, and custom gift wrapping. There are no additional fees.

  • If the available vintage market is exhausted and none of the submitted options are approved, store credit equal to the full purchase value will be issued and may be used toward another custom order or any available piece from from Ari.

PLEASE NOTE

The vintage market is finite and unpredictable, and exact styles, colors, and details cannot always be replicated precisely. A bit of flexibility and trust throughout the sourcing process allows me to find the strongest vintage options available while staying as close as possible to your overall vision.

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from 36 reviews
Piper

The Manolos I bought literally could not be more perfect. They fit like they were made for me and the color is even more gorgeous in person. Thank you again for making my wedding shoe dreams come true! Also for the wonderful and super friendly customer service. Ari you’re a gem 💙

Lis

The attention from Ari was great! She’s so caring and the package was so cutely wrapped. The shoes are AMAZING, so far my fav pair in my collection 🥹💕

Anonymous

Ari was so great to work with and took a lot of time and care to make sure we found the right pair of shoes for my wedding. I can’t wait to wear them! Definitely would recommend!

Mackenzie

She was so helpful and intentional in the process of designing my custom wedding heels! I am so excited to wear them for my wedding! They turned out perfect!

Michaela

I love with the heels! Communicative seller and the packaging was so cute!

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Rebecca

When choosing our honeymoon destination, finding this gem solidified the tropical getaway

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Rebecca

Im beyond excited to wear this for a night out during my bachelorette! It fit perfectly and was in excellent condition

Déja C.

This mink coat is a dream! Ari was so attentive in understanding what I wanted and sourcing the perfect fur for me. It’s full length, a gorgeous dark brown color, and in pristine condition. It came right on time for Valentine’s Day and a snowstorm. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Anonymous

I’m absolutely in awe of the pieces she’s sourced and curated; they’re truly special. My items were handled with such love and care, and the packaging was incredibly thoughtful. Shipping was impressively fast, and everything arrived in perfect condition, exactly as described. I’ll definitely be back to shop again when new collections are released!

C.

I’ve bought two pairs of shoes from here because she is so thoughtful and her products are so one of a kind!! I got custom heels and the whole process was so smooth and quick! I will be back a million times for my new vintage shoe addiction!! Thank you again !!

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Alia

Gorgeous fur coat, so happy its home. She was really helpful and answered any questions i had within a day. So excited to wear my new coat!

Yelena

I love my pieces!! I purchased Mink Shawls for the holidays and the quality is amazing. The curated collections are so beautiful and the attention to detail, down to the packaging is impeccable. Will definitely be purchasing again in the future! ❤️

Elle

Not only was my custom fur absolutely perfect and fit like a glove, but the entire experience was truly 10/10. The seller was incredibly communicative and genuinely invested in bringing my vision to life. Sourcing and shipping were impressively fast, which meant I could still wear my fur this season — such a win! The packaging was thoughtful and beautifully curated, showing so much care in every detail. This was hands down the best experience I’ve had with a vintage source, and I will absolutely be repurchasing from Charming Cherub.

Anonymous

Beautiful items, wonderful and fast customer service.

Leslie Hurtado

Beautiful packaging! Beautiful human! I absolutely love Charming Cherub! One of the best finds I’ve discovered on the internet! My 60s fur set came in pristine condition. I’m in awe! I can’t wait to wear this for the New Year. Thank you!💘🙏🏼🪽