Rodriguez sees the versatility as well.
"I like it with pants, and I think it can look quite chic if you're wearing something that's quite relaxed," he said. "You can wear it with something that's quite body-con. It works in pretty much any situation."
Just as the shoes can befit both first ladies and fashionistas (or first lady fashionistas), they can also be naughty or nice.
"I don't think that it's just a proper-girl look," Rodriguez said. "It can be an extremely sexy look depending on the shoe."
Subtle bondage references are found in shoes topped with ankle straps, London said. "If you want powerful and a little bit more dom than fem, go for a shackle," she said.
While "anyone and everyone" can slip into the style, said London, there still are things to consider: A skinny heel, for example, can make heavy calves or ankles look heavier, so women might want to consider a wedge or stacked heel instead. Also, an elongated toe box can look "a little witchy" on shorter women, she said, urging wearers to "keep the point in proportion with your height."
And don't fall for the misconception that a pointed toe will be uncomfortable. According to Andrews, the width of a shoe at the foot's widest part remains the same as in shoes without the narrowed toe.
The pointy toe will make everything in your closet look new again, Andrews said, and perhaps even give your psyche a boost.
"A
pointed-toe shoe is unquestionably a sign of good taste," he said, "And that makes a woman feel empowered."
