Shoe of the Week: Burberry LF Mews 90 Espadrille Wedges
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There's a version of the espadrille wedge that exists purely as a holiday placeholder — something you buy in a rush before a trip and forget about by September. The Burberry LF Mews 90 is not that shoe.
The Vintage Check upper — beige and navy with those signature pink and red overcheck threads — is immediately recognisable without being loud. The 90mm jute-wrapped wedge keeps it grounded in the espadrille's honest, artisanal roots while the silver-buckle ankle strap pulls it firmly into considered luxury territory. It's the kind of shoe that makes the rest of your outfit look like it was planned, even when it wasn't.
Why it matters culturally
The espadrille has been quietly repositioning itself for the last few seasons — moving from beach-bag afterthought to genuine fashion object. Brands like Castañer have always held the craft end, but when Burberry puts its house check on a jute wedge, it signals something: this is a silhouette worth taking seriously. The Mews 90 is the luxury espadrille for people who want heritage without the obvious logo play.
The vibe
Quiet flex. The person wearing these isn't trying to be noticed — but they will be. It sits in that rare category of shoe that reads as expensive to people who know and simply beautiful to people who don't. A future classic in the making.
How to style it
Wear with wide-leg linen trousers and a simple white tee for the effortless warm-weather uniform. Or lean into the check and pair with a fitted black knit mini for a high-low contrast that works from lunch to a rooftop. Avoid anything too matchy — the shoe does the talking.
Alternatives if you can't stretch to Burberry
- ASOS Design Tyra Closed Toe Wedge — £32, the accessible entry point that doesn't look it
- Castañer Carina via Selfridges — the original espadrille wedge, impeccably made
- Valentino Garavani Resort Suede Espadrille — for when you want to go all the way
