Late 1980s/Early 1990s Casadei Gunmetal Metallic Ribbed Slingback Pumps, Size Unmarked

Description

A striking pair of vintage Casadei slingback pumps in gunmetal metallic ribbed textile.

Fine diagonal ridges travel continuously across the uppers and slingback straps, creating a sculptural surface that shifts between pewter, silver, charcoal, and subtle bronze-toned highlights as the light changes. The dimensional texture gives the shoes depth without relying on additional ornamentation.

Softly tapered almond toes balance the open slingback construction, while slim black heels sharpen the silhouette. The narrow heel straps include elasticized sections that create a clean line around the back of the foot.

Black interiors retain their white Casadei Made in Italy labels. The smooth black outsoles are stamped Casadei, Vero Cuoio, and Made in Italy, confirming Italian production and leather sole construction.

The metallic finish works beautifully as an evening neutral, while the restrained shape makes the pair equally convincing with tailoring or denim. Wear them with black trousers, a bias-cut dress, a narrow midi skirt, or a softly draped knit.

Details

Designer / Brand: Casadei
Estimated Era: Late 1980s to early 1990s
Production Status: True vintage
Color: Gunmetal grey / Pewter / Metallic silver
Upper: Metallic ribbed textile
Surface Detail: Fine diagonal ribbing
Interior: Black branded lining and insoles
Toe Shape: Tapered almond / Soft point
Heel Style: Slim sculpted high heel
Closure: Slingback strap with elasticized section
Outsole: Black leather outsole stamped Vero Cuoio
Marked Size: Not visible / unavailable
Marked Width: Not visible / unavailable
Estimated Modern US Size: Not determined without measurements
International Size Conversions: Not available without a supported modern size estimate
Country of Origin: Made in Italy
Quantity: One pair

Fit Notes

The manufacturer size and width are not visible or otherwise available.

A modern size estimate should be established using the usable interior footbed length, full outsole length, and widest outsole measurement. The tapered toe, fitted vamp, and narrow slingback construction should be considered when interpreting the completed measurements.

The heel straps appear to include elasticized sections and may offer limited flexibility. Their current stretch and recovery should be assessed in hand. No letter width should be assigned without a readable marking or supporting measurements.

Condition

Very Good Vintage Condition.

The metallic textile retains strong overall color, reflectivity, and ribbed definition. Visible wear includes light surface handling, subtle tonal variation, faint rubbing around the toes and side edges, and minor fiber lift or fraying along portions of the toplines and slingback straps.

The black interiors show light age-related wear and handling. Both white Casadei labels remain present and legible.

The black leather outsoles show moderate forefoot scratching, abrasion, and finish wear while retaining clear Casadei, Vero Cuoio, and Made in Italy stamps. Both heel tips remain attached and show visible use.

No major textile tear, extensive metallic finish loss, sole separation, collapsed heel, or structural failure is visible in the supplied photographs. Please review all images closely, particularly the toe edges, slingback straps, heel tips, interiors, and outsoles.

Styling Notes

Treat the gunmetal finish as a neutral. Pair these with black cigarette trousers, a satin midi skirt, dark denim, a narrow cocktail dress, or a softly tailored suit.

The metallic texture also works beautifully with charcoal, midnight blue, oxblood, plum, cream, and understated silver-tone jewelry.

Curation Note

Each Quirk piece is hand selected by our team for quality, construction, styling potential, and point of view.

Authenticity Note

Designer items are reviewed before being brought to market. Quirk takes authenticity seriously, and the sale of counterfeit goods is illegal. Any included third-party authentication paperwork will be noted clearly.