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

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- Published: 2026-08-11T06:30:52-07:00
- Author: russ

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.

The size is unmarked; a reliable modern size estimate is not available. The tapered
toe, fitted vamp and narrow slingback shape may give a close fit.

The heel straps appear to include elasticized sections and may offer limited flexibility.

**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 photos. 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.