26 Summer Shoe Trends

Tropical print wedge

If you’re a self-professed shoe lover (and what girl isn’t?), then when it comes to summertime fashion, that’s probably one of the things that you love most about it. Summer makes it possible for you to show off your fresh pedicure through so many different shoe styles.

So, if you’ve saved up a couple of bucks in order to do a bit of shoe shopping soon, check out these summer shoe trends. That way, your feet will be just as much in style as the rest of you!

 Tri-color heels

Tri-color heels
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One type of high heel sandal that has been getting quite a bit of attention in magazines and blogs is the tri-color heel. And we can definitely see why.

Leather and suede gladiator sandals

Leather and suede gladiator sandals
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In honor of all things Boho fashion, leather and suede gladiator sandals are here. You can wear them with shorts, a mini skirt or even a romper or sundress.

Polka dot sandals

Polka dot sandals
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These polka dot sandals are just so sweet. A tank top and flare skirt immediately come to mind to go along with them.

Jelly heels

Jelly heels
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You might recall wearing a pair of jelly shoes as a little girl. Consider these to be the “grown woman version” of them.

Animal prints

Animal prints
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Something that’s great about leather peek-a-book sandals with an animal print is you can wear them in the summer…the fall…the winter…the spring…the following summer too.

Floral flats

Floral flats
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Flats are big right now. So get a couple in a floral pattern. It’s super summery.

Snakeskin (flat) sandals

Snakeskin (flat) sandals
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Speaking of flats, what do you think about these colorful snakeskin sandals?

Platform sandals

Platform sandals
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Platform sandals are super popular right now. So, if a part of you has secretly wished that you were a bit on the taller side, this summer you can add a couple of inches to your height in a way that’s a lot more comfortable than some of the other high-heeled shoes.

Feathered stilettos

Feathered stilettos
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Stilettos. No one said that they wear them for comfort. But when it comes to making a strong first (second and third) impression, they will definitely do the trick! Especially if they have a couple of feathers on them like these do.

Nautical ballet flats

Nautical ballet flats
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Going sailing this summer? You’ll be dressed for the occasion with some nautical ballet flats such as these.

Tie dye sandal

Tie dye sandal
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Tie dye tends to be a popular look during the summertime. That’s why we like this sandal. It has a pattern that is very similar to it, wouldn’t you say?

Flatform sandal

Flatform sandal
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There are platform shoes and then there are flatform sandals. This is another kind of shoe that is both trendy as well as comfy right now.

Colorful cloth slippers

Colorful cloth slippers
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If you want a pair of shoes to throw on really quickly to run an errand, how about these colorful cloth slippers?

Bohemian flat sandals

Bohemian flat sandals
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Thong sandals that have a lot of embellishments on them go really well with the Bohemian look. So, if you have a maxi dress or kimono jacket, these shoes will look perfect with ’em.

Metallic gladiator sandals

Metallic gladiator sandals
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Two trends that go really well with one another right now are metallic colors and gladiator sandals.  We like them so much because they easily go with so many styles of clothing.

Lace thong sandals

Lace thong sandals
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If you love all things lace but you don’t already own a pair of lace thong sandals…what are you waiting on?

Floral gladiator sandals

Floral gladiator sandals
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Here’s another pair of gladiator sandals that you should give a try. The floral pattern makes them look ideal for garden parties and walks along the beach.

Bottomless sandals

Bottomless sandals
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Speaking of walks along the beach, if you plan on spending most of your time down by the ocean, forget the traditional sandal and go with a pair of bottomless ones instead.

Chunky platform sandals

Chunky platform sandals
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This is basically the merging of a platform and flatform sandal. You’ll feel relaxed and look delightful—all at once.

Embellished wedge sandals

Embellished wedge sandals
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This is a fun wedge sandal too. We really like the embellished detailing on them.

Translucent heel

Translucent heel
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Clear heels. No longer are they considered to be nothing more than club wear. Now they are appropriate for every type of summertime fashion—whether it’s work or play.

Tropical print wedge

Tropical print wedge
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This is like a gladiator sandal and wedge all wrapped up into one. And the tropical print has “summer parties” written all over it!

Pastel lace-up sandals

Pastel lace-up sandals
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If you want a shoe that looks great on you but isn’t too busy-looking, go with a pastel lace-up sandal. It’s another kind of shoe that you can wear well past Labor Day.

Metallic Birkenstocks

Metallic Birkenstocks
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If you’re pretty loyal when it comes to Birkenstocks, promise yourself that this year, you’ll look for some that are a bit snazzy. Like these metallic styles, for instance.

Ankle-high high heels

Ankle-high high heels
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Your little black dress is crying out for a pair of ankle-high high heels. Don’t keep it waiting. Any longer.

Fringe sandals

Fringe sandals
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Fringe is one more popular style. Flat fringe sandals are the cutest kinds of moccasins that you could ever own.

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