Unlike the Primark version, the real deal are made from suede and leather – and shoppers have consistently praised them for their “high quality” and “comfort”, which is always a plus when paying for a signature designer piece.

There’s also a blue velvet option, for those who aren’t fans of suede. But, tragically, there isn’t a pair of blue suede slippers available at Prada just yet, so we guess Elvis fans will be forced to look elsewhere for their dancing shoes.

Whether you opt for Prada, or Primark, or somewhere completely different, it’s almost definitely worth investing in a pair of mules this year: this is a fashion trend which isn’t going away anytime soon.

Speaking to Elle, Sean Kirschenbaum (aka the co-owner of The Shoebox) said: “One shoe trend we see really taking over in 2017 is the mule.

“Flat mules, low block-heel mules, heeled mules, sneaker mules, espadrille mules—mules in all fabrications and colours including velvet, satin, canvas, and embroidery.

“They were big for 2016 and they will be even bigger for 2017."

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