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the starling

Black Velvet

FONT TYPE: Block

COLOR: Dark Gray

CUSTOMIZATION:

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If you select our Block font style: we recommend either putting your first initial on both shoes OR your first initial on the right shoe and last initial on the left shoe.


Alphabetical letters will automatically uppercase. Input is currently limited to the following characters: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

If you select our Script font style: we recommend either putting your first initial on both shoes OR your first initial on the right shoe and last initial on the left shoe.


Alphabetical letters will automatically uppercase. Input is currently limited to the following characters: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

If you select our Monogram font style: we recommend following the cadence of a traditional monogram with first initial, last initial, and middle initial.


Alphabetical letters will automatically uppercase. Input is currently limited to the following characters: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

PLACEMENT:

Order by 12/5 at 11am PST for delivery by Christmas. FINAL SALE – All monogrammed items are final sale and will take up to 3 weeks to ship. These items cannot be canceled or altered once orders are placed. Expedited shipping estimates do not include monogram production time.

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The Starling
in Black Velvet
$98
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The Starling

$98
Width: Select Width
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Size: Select Size
Fits true to size
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The Starling in Black Velvet

This flat is the main character in your closet: Its black velvet design has a subtle sheen that looks polished with all your ‘fits. The design is sleek and soft with a classic round-toe and smoking slipper shape — she’s your go-to shoe for flying through your day.


Monogram tip: if you select our Block or Script font style we recommend either putting your first initial on both shoes OR your first initial on the right shoe and last initial on the left shoe.

  • Classic smoking slipper flat with 8 mm heel
  • Our Starling black velvet flats are rated five-star fabulous by 15,000+ women
  • Crafted of luxurious vegan velvet
  • No-slip rubber sole for indoor + outdoor wear
  • 7 layers of cloud-like comfort in every footbed
  • Due to the nature of velvet, color variances may appear in this textured fabric depending on the angle captured and source of light

The Starling in Black runs true to size. If you have a narrow foot or are in between sizes, we recommend going down a half size.

  • Free Shipping + Returns on all U.S. Orders.
  • We offer a 30-day fit guarantee so you can make sure your Birdies are just right. If you’re not completely satisfied with your shoes, we will accept a return or exchange within 30 days of the purchase date, no questions asked.
  • 100% happiness. Zero risk
  • 30-DAY FIT GUARANTEE
  • 7 LAYER COMFORT
  • FREE SHIPPING
  • VEGAN

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The Starling - Cheetah - 10
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The Starling Cheetah was my first pair of Birdies. I waited over a month to decided to order them because of the cost and being disappointed with other shoe brands. When they arrived and I opened the package I was thrilled! The quality was beautiful. When I put them on my feet, I swear I heard Angels singing! Yes! They are that comfortable! Thank you Birdies for being everything and more with your... Read more
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The Starling - Ocean Flora - 11
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Typical Width: Regular (B)
Size Purchased: 11
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4 months ago
STARLING performance! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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The Starling Birdies are so comfortable that I own them in multiple colors. Felt so confident about those that the first time I wore them was for a full day of walking around the city, and they did not disappoint! Perfect sizing, no break in time and so very stylish!
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The Starling - Leopard Tipped Calf Hair - 10
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Typical Width: Narrow (2A)
Size Purchased: 10
Typical Size: 9.5
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Fun pattern. Too wide in the heel,though
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The Starling - Whiskey Leather - 6
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Typical Width: Regular (B)
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The Starling - Black - Wide / 10.5
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They fit perfectly and...
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They fit perfectly and are extremely comfortable.
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