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Don’t let the sun rays fool you into thinking it’s sandal weather just yet. Though slipping into your favorite slides and showing off a fresh pedicure is tempting, the forecast dictates a few more weeks of covered-up, chic shoes. The best guides for transitional dressing are the women on the streets of Copenhagen, Milan, and Stockholm, who have already traded lug soles for sculptural heels, rough and tough hiking boots for buttery soft brown ballet flats, and sleek patent boots for textured woven booties.
Below, see how street style stars are sporting spring footwear’s coolest—and least expected trends–from cowboy boots to girlish mules in every shade of pastel. Just don’t blame us if you can’t fit all these must-have new kicks in your closet. That’s what Marie Kondo is for!
Ranch Dressing
While tried and true cowboy boots have been spotted on the streets—and make for a great durable winter boot—Western-inspired footwear for Spring has a lighter touch. From dreamy two-tone slip-ons from Maryam Nassir Zadeh to Malone Souliers’s scrunched-up stiletto boot, these just-country-enough shoes will have you screaming yee haw! all season long.
Brown is the New Black
Chances are the majority of your shoe collection is black. Although the goes-with-everything color is a wardrobe staple, it’s time to reconsider the brown shoe as a trans-seasonal must. Style the both colors together for an of-the-moment combination, or swap in these styles in shades of rich cognac, toffee, and caramel.
Works of Art
Say goodbye to classic kitten heels because the decorative heel is here to stay. Block heels have been chipped away into irregular shapes for a more sculptural look in wood, metal, or even gems, like Jacquemus’s highly decorated heels. However you display them (on your feet or as home decor), these shoes-turned-works of art are just the lift you’ll need this spring.
Pastel Spell
This season, candy colors aren’t just for bags, but shoes too. Much like the sorbet hues of the croc bags we saw during fashion month, these pale yellows, minty greens, and dusty pinks are making a strong case for putting a little extra pep in your step.
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Woven
Intricate flats and slip-on loafers are reimagined in wonderful wovens and perforated leathers for springtime. In easy neutrals hues, these everyday shoes go with everything from practical vintage denim to dreamy midi dresses. Whatever the mood, consider these artisanal styles are an easy choice for the months ahead.
