Jimmy Choo Romy vs Love Pumps: Best Fit for Wide and Roman Feet (2026)
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The Jimmy Choo Romy and the Love are two of the label’s best-known pointed-toe pumps, and they look close enough in photos that many shoppers assume they fit the same way. For a narrow or average forefoot, that is probably close to true. For a wide forefoot, or a Roman foot where the first three toes sit at nearly the same length, the small differences between them start to matter. This guide takes one narrow angle: which of the five common heel versions is the least risky for those foot shapes, and how to size and shop so you do not end up with a four-figure return.
The short answer
If your forefoot is wide, start with the Romy 60 in suede. It has the lowest heel in the group, a softer material and, according to enthusiast discussions, a lower vamp that exposes more toe cleavage and therefore presses on fewer toes. If you have a Roman foot and want more height, the Romy 85 in suede is the usual next step. The Love is described as covering more of the toes and carrying a sharper, more modern profile, which can suit a Greek foot (second toe longest) very well but is a riskier choice when the toes need room to spread. The Romy 100 is the most demanding option for any wide foot, because a 100 mm heel pushes weight into the pointed toe box.
That is a ranking of risk, not a promise of comfort. Pointed toes on a narrow luxury last are a compromise for wide feet regardless of model. If you know you cannot tolerate any toe pressure, a rounder-toe style from another brand may serve you better, and our Jimmy Choo vs Stuart Weitzman vs Sam Edelman comparison is a reasonable place to look at alternatives.
Romy and Love specs side by side
The number in each model name is the heel height in millimeters. Converting at 25.4 mm per inch gives the figures below. Retailers round these differently, so you may see 3.25 or 3.3 inches for an 85 mm heel.
| Model | Heel (mm) | Heel (inches, computed) | Toe shape | Lining and sole (per retailer listings) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romy 60 | 60 | 2.4 | Pointed, described as a subtle round point with a low vamp | Check the listing; the 85 mm suede version lists leather lining and sole |
| Romy 85 | 85 | 3.3 | Pointed, described as a subtle round point with a low vamp | Leather lining, leather sole, made in Italy |
| Romy 100 | 100 | 3.9 | Pointed, same family as the 85 | Check the listing for the exact material |
| Love 65 | 65 | 2.6 | Pointed, described as a sharper profile with more toe coverage | Check the listing for the exact material |
| Love 85 | 85 | 3.3 | Pointed, described as a sharper profile with more toe coverage | Leather lining, mostly leather soles, made in Italy |
Two details in that table deserve attention. First, the lining is leather on the 85 mm versions of both styles according to the retailer listings reviewed, which matters for wide feet because leather linings generally mold and soften with wear, while synthetic linings do not. Second, a few styles, such as certain glitter or slingback variants of the Love, are listed with different outsoles, so the exact material of the pair you choose changes the details.
What Roman, Greek and Egyptian feet mean for a pointed pump
Foot-shape labels are informal fitting shorthand based on toe length, not medical diagnoses. Three are common in shoe-fit guides:
- Roman (square or peasant) foot: the first three toes are about the same length, which gives the forefoot a blocky, wider outline. Fit guides generally suggest a wide, square or round toe box for this shape, and a sharply pointed toe is the hardest match.
- Greek foot: the second toe is longer than the big toe. A pointed toe lines up with the longest toe, so the point often follows the foot’s own outline, as long as the shoe is long enough.
- Egyptian foot: the big toe is the longest and the others slope away. This is usually described as the most adaptable shape for standard shoes and for a tapered toe.
Width is a separate question. You can have any of the three shapes with a standard, wide or narrow forefoot. A Greek foot that is also wide behaves very differently from a narrow Greek foot, which is why the selector below asks about shape, width and heel height separately. If you have persistent pain, bunions or hammertoes, a podiatrist is a better guide than any shoe comparison.
Foot-shape fit matrix
Editorial guidance from design specs, not test results. The grid below rates each foot shape against each version using only the published heel height, the toe shape and vamp coverage described in listings and owner discussions, and general fit principles: more heel height shifts load toward the toe box, and more toe coverage presses on more toes. “Best bet” means lowest expected risk, not guaranteed comfort. Rows for wide and narrow feet assume any toe shape.
| Foot type | Romy 60 | Romy 85 | Romy 100 | Love 65 | Love 85 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roman | Best bet | Workable | Caution | Workable | Caution |
| Greek | Workable | Best bet | Workable | Best bet | Best bet |
| Egyptian | Best bet | Best bet | Workable | Best bet | Best bet |
| Wide (any shape) | Best bet | Workable | Skip | Workable | Caution |
| Narrow (any shape) | Workable | Best bet | Best bet | Workable | Best bet |
Notice the pattern. The Romy 60 and Love 65 are the low-heel anchors, and the two models only diverge sharply at 85 mm, where the Love’s extra coverage starts to count against a wide or Roman forefoot. Narrow feet flip the logic: a lower heel with a roomy fit can let the heel slip, so the 85 mm versions score higher there.
Find your fit
Choose your foot shape, forefoot width and the heel height you are comfortable walking in. The selector adds the matrix scores for shape and width, filters by heel height, and highlights the best-scoring version in the table above. It runs in your browser and nothing you select is stored or sent anywhere. It applies the same editorial guidance as the matrix, so it is a way to narrow your list, not a fitting.
Where the Romy and Love really differ
Vamp and toe coverage
The most repeated difference in enthusiast discussions is coverage. The Love is described as covering more of the toes and offering more surface area across the top of the foot, which some owners find more secure. The Romy is described as having a lower vamp with more toe cleavage and a slightly softer, rounder point. For a wide or Roman forefoot, more coverage means more material pressing on the tops of the toes once the foot swells, while a low vamp spreads the load differently. That is the main reason the matrix rates the Romy slightly higher for those shapes at equal heel height.
Heel height and the toe box
Both models are pointed. As heel height rises, more body weight sits on the forefoot, and a pointed toe box has the least room exactly where that weight lands. The step from 60 mm to 100 mm is about 40 mm, or roughly 1.6 inches, of extra pitch. For a wide foot that is the difference between a pump that merely feels snug and one that cramps the little toe in an hour. This is why the matrix marks the Romy 100 as “Skip” for wide feet and why both brands’ lower heels are the sensible entry point.
Material matters more than the model name
Suede is repeatedly recommended in owner and reseller advice for wider feet, because it is softer and more likely to give over time than patent leather or stiff fabric. Glitter finishes are widely reported to be stiffer and slower to break in. If you are choosing between a Romy 85 in suede and a Love 85 in patent leather, the material gap may outweigh the model gap for a wide foot.
Sizing notes for wide and Roman feet
Retailer listings for both styles, including Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus according to October 2026 searches, frequently advise ordering a half size up, and owner discussions say the same, particularly for wider feet. The pattern holds for both models, so sizing up is not a way to choose between them. A few practical points follow from that advice:
- Half-size math. A half size is roughly one-sixth of an inch, or about 4 mm, in length, based on the commonly used US sizing step of about one-third of an inch per full size. That is useful length, but it adds little width. If your forefoot is wide, sizing up buys toe-box length more than ball-of-foot width.
- Width options. In the listings reviewed, neither style appeared to be sold in multiple widths. Confirm on the live page, because a true wide option would change this whole comparison.
- Try late in the day. Feet commonly swell over the course of a day, so fitting in the afternoon with the hosiery you plan to wear gives a more realistic read.
- Consider stretching. A cobbler can often widen leather or suede at the ball, but not all finishes respond equally, and glitter or patent materials are the hardest. Treat stretching as a repair for a near-fit, not a fix for the wrong shoe.
- Check returns first. Because sizing advice is a rule of thumb, read the return window and condition requirements before you order, and keep the soles clean while you test at home.
If you want more detail on the Romy alone, our existing guides cover it: the Romy comfort, quality and sizing guide and the Romy comfort overview. This page focuses on the Romy-versus-Love decision for wide and Roman feet. For the broader question of whether designer pumps justify the price, see our designer shoes price guide.
Current US prices and what they imply
The figures below come from search-indexed listings in October 2026 and shift by material, color and season. The Love 85 and Romy 100 entries could not be pinned to a single verified price, so they are shown as unconfirmed.
| Version | Reported US price | Source type |
|---|---|---|
| Romy 60, suede | $795 | Nordstrom listing |
| Romy 85, suede | About $850 to $875 | Jimmy Choo US listings (glitter or raffia about $925, lace about $1,050) |
| Romy 100 | Not confirmed | Varies by material; check retailer |
| Love 65, patent leather | $875 | Jimmy Choo US listing |
| Love 85 | Roughly $750 to $850 reported, not confirmed | Major retailers; varies by material |
As an illustrative example only, spreading a $795 pair over 50 wears comes to $15.90 per wear, and an $875 pair over the same 50 wears is $17.50. Plug in your own wear count, because that denominator is the part that decides whether a pair is worth it. For a wide foot, the more useful number is the cost of a wrong fit: a pair you wear four times costs about $199 per wear at $795. That is the strongest argument for the lower, softer, lower-risk versions first.
Who should pick which
- Wide forefoot, any toe shape: Romy 60 in suede first, then Romy 85 in suede. Treat the Love 85 as the last choice and the Romy 100 as a pass.
- Roman foot, standard width: Romy 60 or Romy 85 in suede. The Love 65 is workable if you prefer its look and the toe box feels roomy enough when you try it.
- Greek foot: the Love 65 and Love 85 line up well with a longer second toe, provided you size for the longest toe so it does not touch the tip.
- Egyptian foot: the tapered shape suits both styles at 60 to 85 mm; choose by look and heel height.
- Narrow foot: the 85 mm and 100 mm versions fit the matrix best, since a snug heel cup matters more than extra toe room.
Where to compare and buy
Because prices and available materials differ by retailer, compare the exact version you want in more than one place. Farfetch is the retailer we link to below, and Jimmy Choo’s own US site is the reference for official specs, sizing notes and the brand’s return terms.
The Farfetch button is an affiliate link. The Jimmy Choo link is a plain, non-affiliate link. Verify the live price, size note and return policy on whichever page you use before buying.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jimmy Choo Romy or the Love better for wide feet?
On paper, the Romy is the safer pick for wide feet. Enthusiast discussions describe its vamp as lower, which leaves more of the toes uncovered, while the Love covers more of the toes. Both are pointed-toe pumps built on a narrow luxury last, so neither is a true wide-fit shoe. The Romy 60 in suede is the lowest-risk starting point.
What is a Roman foot, and does it fit pointed pumps?
A Roman foot, sometimes called a square or peasant foot, has the first three toes at roughly the same length. Because the toes do not taper, pointed pumps tend to crowd them. A lower heel, suede upper and a low vamp reduce that pressure, but a pointed toe is still a compromise for this foot shape.
Should I size up in Jimmy Choo Romy and Love pumps?
Retailer listings and enthusiast discussions frequently suggest ordering a half size up, especially for wider feet. That is general guidance, not a guarantee. Check the size note on the specific listing and confirm the return policy before you buy.
What are the heel heights of the Romy and Love pumps?
The model numbers are heel heights in millimeters. Romy comes in 60, 85 and 100 mm (about 2.4, 3.3 and 3.9 inches). Love comes in 65 and 85 mm (about 2.6 and 3.3 inches) in the versions covered here.
Are the Romy and Love pumps leather lined?
Retailer listings for the 85 mm versions of both styles describe a leather lining and a leather sole, made in Italy. Lining and outsole can vary by material and season, so read the product details of the exact pair.
How much do the Romy and Love pumps cost in the US?
In October 2026 searches, the Romy 60 in suede was listed at $795 at Nordstrom, Romy 85 suede at roughly $850 to $875 on Jimmy Choo’s site, and the Love 65 in patent leather at $875. Prices change by material and season, so check the live listing.
Bottom line
For wide and Roman feet, the Romy is the lower-risk of the two, and its 60 mm and 85 mm versions in suede are where to begin. The Love earns its place for Greek and Egyptian feet that have room at the toe and want a sharper line. Whichever you pick, order with the half-size advice in mind, favor suede, and read the return terms first. This guide is editorial, based on specs and published listings, and a fitting in person beats any matrix.