These Shoes Are the Simple Way to Up Your Chic Factor--And They're Finally Available in the U.S.

Why complicate things? Dear Frances is a British luxury shoe brand founded on an m.o. of easy elegance. After capturing plenty of hearts across the pond since its launch, the line is making its debut stateside this month with a strong bid for the U.S. market. Designer Jane Frances specializes in creating timeless, immaculately manufactured styles at a price point that's competitive in the world of high-end footwear--particularly given the hyper-luxe fabrications, all courtesy of the family-owned...