As summer temps continue to climb, our layers drop accordingly. Hot and sticky weather only makes us want to wear as little as possible. But less doesn’t have to mean boring. Minimal items can still have maximum impact, particularly when it comes to the space south of our ankles.
Vogue’s Favorite Summer Shoe Trends:
Shoe trends are a great way to experiment with summer style, and this season there are so many fun ones to choose from. From updates on old favorites like wedges and rope sandals, to the comeback of the ’90s thong sandal and the omnipresent retro sneaker, we’ve picked our favorite shoe trends of summer and are showing you how to style them. Read on!
The Flip-Flop
Channel your inner Olsen twin in laid-back thong sandals. Pair them with easy white separates, for a cool off-duty summer look.
Banana Republic
oversized vintage T-shirt
Thistles
The Suede sunglasses
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Isabel Marant
x Havaianas Ikat print sandals
J.Crew
Audrey thong sandals
The Colorful Pump
The fashion set is collecting colorful pumps—particularly retro styles from Dario Vitale’s Versace collection and a rebooted Herbert Levine.
Flore Flore
Timmi ribbed tank
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Herbert Levine
Sitting Pretty mules
The Little White Lace-Up
Since walking the runways at Michael Rider’s Celine, the little white lace-up’s momentum hasn’t slowed down. Pair yours with a mini dress and basket bag for a sweet summer look.
Mejuri
anchor chain anklet
Celine
ballet lace-up shoes
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Proenza Schouler
Glove brogues
Reformation
Buffy Oxford shoes
The Wedge
Wedges of all heights have entered the summer-chic echelon. Jude’s sleek minimalist style feels especially modern.
Jenny Bird
Paige puff earrings
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Le Monde Béryl
Rio 70 wedge sandals
Maryam Nassir Zadeh
Opera wedge sandals
The Sneaker
Slim, ballerina-like sneakers are the sporty-chic choice of the season. Between favorites from Dries Van Noten and colorful Prada pairs, there are endless options to shop this summer.
Toteme
cotton-poplin shorts
Prada
Collapse Re-Nylon sneakers
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Dries Van Noten
leather-trimmed suede sneakers
The T-Strap Sandal
An elegant T-strap sandal will be your best friend this summer. It’s the perfect piece to dress down a maxi or dress up a simple trouser.
Banana Republic
vintage tie-hem tank
Dries Van Noten
floral-print mini skirt
Emme Parsons
Cecilia sandals
Rabanne
embellished crossbody bag
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Toteme
T-strap nappa sandals
The Cord Sandal
Hike-friendly cord sandals continue to grace the toes of the style set this summer. Xero’s collaborations with Literary Sport and J.Crew are flying off the shelves.
Cos
oversized aviator sunglasses
J.Crew
x Xero Shoes Genesis sandals
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Jamie Haller
The String Theory sandals
Havaianas
Una Acai sandals
The Woven Flat
Lean into the detailed minimalism of Emme Parsons’ raffia ballet flats by pairing them with sleek monochromatic separates.
Comme Si
cotton-poplin shirt
Emme Parsons
High Throat ballet flats
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Banana Republic
woven ballet flats
Frēda Salvador
Sally ballet flats
The Ballet Pump
At the nexus of flats and heels, the ballet pump is a practical and comfortable way to bring a bit of polish (and height!) to any summer look.
Repetto
Camille ballet flats
Dragon Diffusion
B Weave tote
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Maison Margiela
Tabi split-toe flats
The Mule
Soft slides exude casual elegance, especially when paired with a refined, minimalist maxi.
Lié Studio
The Harper earrings
Sensi Studio
large straw tote
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Proenza Schouler
Slant crossover mules
The Embellished
The looser rules of summer style leave plenty of room for extra embellishment. Pair Staud’s beaded sandals with anything from evening wear to a beach-ready bikini.
Staud
x Da Adolfo Tove slides
By Adina Eden
curved bangle bracelet
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Ancient Greek Sandals
