From one of the final seasons with Ann herself at the helm of her namesake house, a collection centered on the theme of sculptural femininity and the contrast between rigid architecture and pure fluidity. The footwear lineup from this period is highly coveted—it was during this era that Ann delivered some of the most radical silhouettes of her career, and these ankle boots are a definitive testament to that. On the runway, they surfaced beneath an elongated silk dress, creating precisely that paradox which has always been the absolute essence of the brand. The upper is constructed from a soft black genuine leather engineered into a cage layout of multiple horizontal and diagonal straps, exposing the foot and ankle from several angles simultaneously. The platform and wedge heel are merged into a monolithic black block, featuring a signature cut-out oval right through the body of the heel—a masterful architectural device that visually lightens the construction. It is equipped with a premium YKK zipper closure running down the rear spine, complemented by an adjustable strap buckle. Presented in excellent condition. Ann Demeulemeester cut-out heel models are an absolute rarity on the secondary market and firmly maintain a price range of $500–$600+ across Western marketplaces, offered here at a far more accessible point.