# Heart Platform Heels The Debonaire Pumps by Charlotte Olympia Offer a Heartfelt Lift By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-08-26 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/debonaire-pumps References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/292524229851611185/Debonaire-Pumps-by-Charlotte-Olympia) & [farfetch](http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/charlotte-olympia-debonaire-pump-item-10357674.aspx) Add some sweet style to your outfit with the Debonaire pumps. These 4.75 inch heels from [Charlotte Olympia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joyphoria-body-cream) are a perfect combination of sophistication and cute. The shoes are definitely summer-friendly, as they're a soft green and bright yellow. While at first glance the colors are what first attracts people to the pumps, it's actually their [unique platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals) that sets them apart. In place of a standard curved platform that fits with the shoe's shape, these pretty heels stand on hearts. Because of the heart accent, these cute shoes are a [romantic gift for an anniversary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lastminute-valentines-day). While the heart shape makes the shoes sweet and adorable, the satin fabric and pointed toe create the chic and professional look. These Debonaire pumps are versatile, and can be worn both to work or on a date. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Heart-shaped Platforms:** Opportunity to disrupt the footwear industry by introducing more innovative and eye-catching platform designs. - **Romantic Fashion:** Opportunity to create a niche market of romantic-themed fashion products and accessories. - **Versatile Footwear:** Opportunity to develop shoes that seamlessly transition from professional to casual occasions with style. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Footwear:** Opportunity for footwear brands to explore unique platform designs as a point of differentiation and appeal to consumers. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion designers to tap into the niche market of romantic-themed fashion products and accessories. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to offer versatile footwear options that cater to consumers' need for multi-occasion shoes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Pastel-Colored Valentine’s Day Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heydude-x-sweethearts-collection.md) - [Cartoon-Honoring High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-heel.md) - [Romantic Sneaker Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldo-heartstep.md) - [Comfort-Forward Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vicki-collection.md) - [Romantic Winter Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-street-6inch-platform-waterproof-boot.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md) - [Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stessy.md)