The Only Shoe Trends That Matter This Summer

Elle

30-05-2025

If there was ever a time of year to go barefoot, it's summer. From the pool deck to the garden, it's the best time to 'touch grass,' as the kids say. But, obviously, you'll still need
Thong Sandals
It isn't summer without a
Toteme Leather Thong Sandals
Tkees Square Toe Elle Sandal
Stuart Weitzman Georgie Lacquered Leather Sandals
A. Emery Hardie Leather Thong Sandal
Veronica Beard Carmina Cord Wrap Sandal
Jelly Shoes
Break out those old fisherman jellies from the '90s. Or better yet, treat yourself to a new-and-improved rendition for 2025.
Veronica Beard Maris Jelly Sandal
Tory Burch Mellow Mary Jane Jelly
Old Navy Jelly Lattice Ballet Flats
Chloé Jelly Flat Sandals
Melissa Jessie Platform
Ultra Sleek Sneakers
If you plan on spending your summer outside, you're in luck because the
Adidas Taekwondo Mei Shoes
Onitsuka Tiger Unisex Corsair
Puma Speedcat OG Sneakers
Rag & Bone Retro Runner Ultra Slim Sneakers
Gola Tornado Zephyr Sneaker
Animal Print
For those of us who abide by a neutral outfit formula (i.e. jeans and a plain white tee),
Simon Miller Beep Thong Wedge
Aeyde Clara Snake Print Heels
Adidas Samba OG
Wales Bonner Mary Jane Flat Sneakers
Dries Van Noten Snakeskin Print Wedge
Wedges
Are
actually
safer and easier to walk in than regular heels? We'd have to conduct a formal experiment, but it feels that way, doesn't it? Indeed, all of our style ghosts from the
Alaïa Satin Wedge Tong Mules
Steve Madden Haven Raffia Wedge
Khaite Marion Wedge Sandal
Now 50% Off
Gucci Wedge Mule
Dries Van Noten Dented Wedge Slide Sandal
Clogs
Although this one feels a bit more autumnal than expected, you should still get on board with the return of clogs. It's great to embrace the open-toe weather while you can, but it's also good to have options, and these styles provide just that.
Simon Miller Haircalf Platform Bubble Clog
Marni Platform Heeled Sandals
Now 14% Off
Chloé Jeannette Studded Leather Clogs
The Row Hugo Suede Mules
Ancient Greek Sandals Irini Clog
Kitten Heels
Society has collectively taken a stand against rolled ankles and calloused toes—or at least the fashion world has—by bringing back
Mango Kitten Heel Sandals
Dolce Vita Clara Wide Heels
Miu Miu Bow Slingback Kitten Heel Pump
Dolce Vita Kairi
Jimmy Choo Knotted Sandals
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