While its footwear selection might not be utterly charming, Giraudon shoes provides New Yorkers with one essential that's too often overlooked: comfort. Many of its mary janes, leather boots and pumps are fitted with extra cushiony soles and robust composition that creates a barrier between your tired feet and urban concrete. With stock, entirely composed of the house brand of European design and Portugal-made footwear, this is a favorable place to get items both funky (double buckle heels) and sleek (traditional lace ups). The modestly decorated store also carries a unisex line of sporty styles and leather thongs. For those late night club hopper, Giraudon stays open until 10 p.m. on Friday nights just for you.

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