No matter how much clothing-related summer trends are unique, numerous and colorful, it seems that these are always one step behind footwear trends for the hottest season. This year too, the choice of various styles of shoes and sandals is available at the stores, just waiting for the opportunity to make their owner stand out in the crowd.
Vintage style sandals
Who would have guessed that this footwear style could become so popular among all age groups? But, the truth is that regular flip-flops are almost nowhere to be seen since grandma style sandals took over their place this summer. Various designs are available and all with one distinctive feature – comfortable orthopedic-like soles.
Sneakers
Sneakers will always be trendy. There is no exception to the rule this year either. Still, plain sneakers are a rare sight to behold indeed. Instead, the stores are filled with colorful and patterned sneakers of all styles – Converse, skater, vans, etc. What’s more, the neon trend made a really big return and a lot of sneakers come with neon details that glow in the dark. Similarly, the wackier the shoelaces the trendier the sneakers.
Wedges and chunky platforms
Wedges that depict summery motifs all over are really fashionable this year. Moreover, sandals with chunky heels and platforms are not reserved for alternative souls only anymore. These sandals can be seen on many fashion shows and it seems that they have managed to repress the general popularity of thin stiletto heels. Nudes, blacks, neon and color blocking platforms are some of the shades for this summer’s platform heel sandals, unlike wedges, which are, as mentioned before, as colorful as the summer itself.
Boots for the summer
The notion of wearing boots during the summer time might surprise some people, but quality leather boots are actually pretty pleasant to wear when the weather is hot. Also, there are special summer style boots made of light flexible material and a great deal of interestingly cut openings so that the feet can breathe. Cowboy style boots as well as suede boots are very trendy this year. It seems to be fairly difficult to find something in between ankle and knee length when it comes to summer boots, though.
Oxford shoes
Oxford-style shoes have been popular for a long time but it seems that the craze reached its peak this year. Different variations of this footwear style will suit everyone’s preferences since these can be found in various patterns and colors as well as regular, thin or chunky platforms.
Strappy sandals
Strappy sandals were always a popular type of footwear for the summer, both flat and high-heeled. In recent years, these types of sandals were usually found with many details and trinkets hanging from the straps. While this style is still trendy, it made a lot of room for a bit toned down, earthy strappy sandals and simpler straps in general. When you look around the shops and fashion shows, it seems that there are no rules when it comes to colors and patterns for this kind of sandals.
Gladiator sandals
Gladiator sandals are the crown jewels among boho shoes and boho style in general. Boho style is really big this summer and gladiator sandals complement it perfectly. Usually, most of these sandals can be found in earthy colors but black and other colors can be seen as well. Moreover, many designers took the typical lacing of gladiator sandals to another level thus creating some intricate and beautiful lacing patterns that look absolutely gorgeous on the calves.
There are so many options to choose from when it comes to footwear this summer. If you haven’t already, shoe trends can help you find and freely rock a completely new and unique style. The important thing is to pick footwear that makes you feel comfortable and stunning at the same time.
