A pump (court shoe) is a classic closed women's shoe on a heel, with a shallow cut at the front that reveals the instep, without fastenings, straps or laces. It is one of the most versatile and elegant styles of women's footwear, appropriate in a business, evening and festive context. The simplicity and purity of the pump's line make it a timeless classic, and the height of the heel may be anything — from low to stiletto. A classic nude pump visually lengthens the leg, while a black patent one is an indispensable evening option. The pump is the foundation of an elegant women's wardrobe. A pump is a classic closed women's shoe on a heel, in which a clean, spare line without excess detail creates a timelessly elegant, versatile silhouette, appropriate from the office to the evening outing.