5 Spring/Summer Shoes & Cute Outfits to Match
Finding the perfect shoe just got easier. Here’s a look at 5 popular spring and summer shoes and some cute outfits that look great with them.
1. Rope Wedges
Every gal needs a cute rope wedge to slide her feet into on a hot summer day. These badage style ones with the thick straps are super comfy because they have plenty of stretch.
2. The Raffia Wedge
Here’s a sunny day shoe that looks cute with jeans and sundresses and will give you a leg up when wearing shorts. This classic espadrille is a favorite summer shoe because the thick platform wedge makes it comfortable and easy to walk in. It also happens to make your legs look amazing!
You don’t need many other summer shoes when you have this one because the natural raffia finish goes with everything. It’s the earthy texture that gives this sandal its excellent summer vibe.
3. The Slip-On Sneaker
The sporty-chic trend that started a couple of years ago ushered in slip-on sneakers, and this spring, they are more popular than ever. This comfortable shoe is versatile and easy to wear and comes in almost every finish you can imagine, including exotic snakeskin!
A slip-on sneaker is perfect for skinny jeans or cuffed boyfriend jeans, but don’t be afraid to wear it with a dressier look either. Pair a fun slip-on sneaker with a pleated summer skirt and a clutch bag for a feminine look that’s sporty and youthful too.
4. Strappy Orange Slide
Bright colors are in fashion, and that goes for shoes too. If you prefer darker shades, you can still be in style by wearing more subdued colored clothing, popped with bright shoes. These strappy slides are super modern and look so cool with jeans, shorts, and sundresses!
5. The Chic Wedge
Try a stacked wedge heel when pumps are too dressy and don’t want to wear flats. These blue suede wedges complement this rope bag and give this casual boilersuit a sophisticated boos
5. The Woven Mule
Mules have taken on an artisanal look this spring. Woven loafers mules are the new “it” shoe. These comfy flats have a basket weave beauty that works with a casual look, from jeans to shorts to sundresses.
You’ll find woven loafer mules in several neutral shades from dozens of popular brands. These crisp, white ones have a barely-there heel that makes them uber relaxed and comfy. Wear them with jeans, a flowy blue blouse, a sporty tote and a pair of fab earrings. What a great casual but classy look!
I love all the outfits!
I love many of these items. I wish there were less expensive alternatives.
Some great ideas here. I will likely try a couple of them. I am not a big fan of laces and ankle straps, as I am too short. But I can sometimes pull off a flat if it has a low vamp. Slip-on sneakers – actually, sneakers of any kind – are not a look that suits me. I leave sneakers in the gym because they look dorky, no matter how I try to dress them. I bought a couple of pairs when they first hit the market in Hong Kong a couple of years ago. The bottoms are not dirty; that is how little they have been worn. More like tried on and then discarded in favor of something else.
Hello. I look forward to reading your site every week. I am 50 years old, an attorney, and a mother of two teens, and your advice is helpful with work and casual attire. As a petite person, 5’1″, it can sometimes be challenging to keep updated as not all clothes look good on a shorter person. And often, small departments equate short with matronly, which is the opposite goal. Please consider posting on styles for little women. Thank you again for your relevant and expert advice!
I will probably try all of the looks except the white. I’ve tried this look before and could not pull it off. I already have several pairs of slip-on sneakers as they were around last year too. I will seek out a metallic in both a flat and heel. It’s going to be a good fashion season. I’m on the hunt for high-waisted flare trousers (not jeans), but I have not found a pair yet. Any suggestions?
Interesting combinations … I’d have to work some of this into my wardrobe!
Now that we are starting to have some spring-like weather, I am DYING to get my warm-weather shoes out into the sunlight…but with my foot in a cast for another month or so, I’m going to have to wait a while longer yet!! I expect I’ll appreciate them that much more when the day I can wear them finally DOES come!!
I love the look of high heels and jeans, but I can’t wear heels. Could you feature something on looking stylish for those of us who can’t handle the high heels?
I’m all over the slip-on sneakers…I love my leopard print slip-on!
Debbie
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Hi Deborah,
I was planning on doing a post on the slip-on sneaks soon. I love them. As you know, I can’t wear high heels due to my disease, but I have found more companies making comfortable yet stylish footwear. I have two pairs of slips; one is a leopard print by Sam Alderman, and they are so cushioned and feel great to wear. I can wear some gladiator sandals, leading shoes with cushion and stability. I love the white shoes with the primarily white look. ..
I love your article on the shoes and the styles.
I have a pair of orange wedge sandals similar to your photo. You are right; they go with anything. This summer, I wore them from shorts to dresses, denim to linen. On top of all the other great things about wedges, they are great anytime you will be attending a function that requires walking on grass. You don’t sink in.
For narrow feet, check donaldjpliner.com – they manufacture in Spain, and their sizing runs both a bit long and slim; plus, they offer narrow widths in many styles. They are not cheap, but you can haunt the site for reductions and additional percentages: great shoes, lots of flats, low heels, wedges, and beautifully high looks. Great post. And yes, to the suggestion for Earthies – they are great and offer an anatomical footbed for comfort and support.
I wish somebody would tell the shoe manufacturers that those of us with long skinny feet like cute shoes, too. With an 11 AAAA foot, I am looking at a lifetime of old lady shoes, ironically the only ones still manufactured in my size.
Hi Emily, Have you tried Zappos.com? Sometime Nordstroms online has narrow shoes too. If you could ever get to NYC and have some custom shoes made, they would be worth any price!
Hi Deborah,
Loved your article about summer shoes – especially ballet flats. My favorites are from Sambag. They do the cutest styles and are incredibly comfortable. I just bought the most divine pair of python skin ballet flats.
I LOVE shoes! I almost once became a shoe designer, but I never lost my affection for them. The ones you show here are great and would suit any woman at virtually any age. They look comfortable to wear and so stylish. Thanks for showing us how we can put a little more zing into our lives!
Hi Dena, Thanks for your comments! I want to know more about you “almost” becoming a shoe designer! Welcome to the group, and I hope to hear more from you soon!
This is a great article. I always have trouble pairing shoes with outfits. I would like to see the same type of article for winter wear. Thanks for all your help!
Thanks for these useful ideas :)
Great to hear from you, Sue!
I love Privos. They are the perfect combination of style and comfort.
I also love Earthies. They are stylish shoes with a heel that can be worn all day. By the same people who gave us Earth shoes.