Cork is back in bags and shoes (as well as home accessories.) It’s light, goes with everything and looks natural. Herein some of this season’s examples

Heels-Clockwise

Christian Louboutin So Kate Cork Pumps– If you can stand, leave walk in these, you deserve every admiring look you get. Great looking, but…Cork printed with a vibrant chevron pattern. Seriously pointed toe, low-cut vamp, pin-thin 5” , cork covered, stiletto. Cream Leather lining and lined padded insole. Signature red leather sole. $533.00

CHARLES by Charles David Zion Strappy Dress Sandals– Open and airy for that pristine pedicure. Round open-toe ankle-Strap dress sandals with adjustable buckle closure at ankle strap. 3″ wrapped heel. Leather uppers; manmade sole. $99.00

Stuart Weitzman Nearlynude Cork City Sandal– Comfortable, practical, and on-trend with 3.2” , covered, boxy heel. Thin strap bands open toe. Adjustable ankle-wrap strap. Keyhole cutout at counter. Leather lining and sole. $398.00

Tabitha Simmons’ Leticia Sandals– Pretty details on this model. Teardrop-perforated cork with a crisscross ankle strap and scalloped edging. Open toe, toe band, adjustable crisscross ankle strap with buckle, self-covered, 3” block heel, polished silvertone hardware. Smooth leather lining; Leather sole. $695.00

Not Shown- Donald J. Pliner Cork & White Floral Pump-On sale $187.60

Wedges- Clockwise

Stuart Weitzman Inchains Cork Demi-Wedge Sandal– These were made for walking. 1.8″ covered demi-wedge heel. Thin strap bands open toe. Adjustable slingback strap. Padded footbed. Smooth outsole. $375.00

Tom’s ‘Cork Glitz’ Espadrille Wedge Sandal– Goldtone flecks and metallic trim add a dash of interest to an ankle-strap cork sandal finished with a jute-wrapped platform and 2 ½”wedge heel with 1” platform. Adjustable quarter strap with buckle closure. Antimicrobial lining. Cushioned footbed. Cork upper/synthetic lining and sole. $78.95

Donald J Pliner Coraa Cork Espadrille Wedge Sandal– Fresh looking. Metallic and white leather trim. 2″ braided-jute wedge heel. Get the height without the weight. Open toe. Side cutouts. Rubber outsole. $198.00 

Stuart Weitzman Bodajean Cork Wedge Sandal– You get a feminine bow with goldtone caps on this one. 2.3″ cork wedge heel. Peep toe. Adjustable slingback strap. Cushioned footbed. Rubber outsole. $435.00

Flats- Clockwise (and a Low Heel)

Schutz Neida Flats– Fashionably tied at the ankle. Refined, pointed-toe profile, stacked heel, rubber sole. Breezy looking. $150.00

Jack Rogers Lauren Double-Strap Cork Sandal– Beach ready and bare. 0.5″ flat stacked heel. Metallic whipstitching and pinwheels detail upper. Toe and instep straps shape slide-on style. Leather lining and sole. $128.00 

Neiman Marcus Gena Cutout Cork Flat– Excellent for those who prefer a tailored appearance. Mesh side. 0.5″ covered heel. Almond toe. Cutout vamp. Tonal topstitching. Padded footbed. Rubber outsole. On sale $83.85   

Easy Street Tempe Sandals– Seriously made for comfort. Elastic gore and adjustable Buckle strap closure with a 1 ½” heel. Foam padding. Cork and Polyurethane. $44.99

Bag Sampling- Clockwise

INC International Concepts’ Qorkie Clutch– The zippy mix of cork and color in a bag for essentials only. 20″L drop-in chain strap. Tab frame clasp closure. Exterior features gold-tone hardware. 8″ W x 5″ H x 2″ D. On sale $51.99

Buko Cork Convertible Clutch– Fresh white detailing and the clutch to crossbody option make this one desirable. Top handle, detachable shoulder strap. Magnetic snap closure; lined. Two interior slip pockets 10.5″L x 1″W x 5.75″H; 1.75″ handle drop, 24″ strap drop. Leather and cork. $165.00

Diane von Furstenberg Gallery Bellini Petite Cork Crossbody Bag– A go-to accessory for each and every day. Turnlock closure safeguards your essentials. Metallic cork. With internal card slot. 7.1” x 5.3” with 25” strap. $198.00 

Lauren Ralph Lauren Newbury Cork Satchel– Office ready, leather-trimmed satchel designed in faux-cork paneling. 8-1/2″W x 6-1/2″H x 4-1/4″D. Interior features faille lining, 1 zip pocket, 1 snap pocket and 2 slip pockets. 4″L double handles; 23″L detachable shoulder strap. Magnetic closure. Exterior features silver-tone hardware, two top zip compartments, reinforced base with four protective metal feet and detachable luggage tag with “LRL”-cutout plaque. Leather; trim: faux leather; lining: polyester. $298.00

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