I Tried Every Shoe Trend You Need to Know for Summer—I'm Losing It Over These 10
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@_sierramayhewWhen Who What Wear readers talk, I listen, and after seeing how much you all love this pair of shoes, I had to try them out for myself. As they're under-$50 shoes, I kept my expectations at bay and ended up being quite impressed by the quality. As you see pictured here, I walked about a mile in them on one of the first warm days of the year, and they ended up being the perfect companion.
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@_sierramayhewThe buildup for a full-on return of ballet flats has been going on for a while, and at first, I was adverse. As a heel girl, when I choose a pair of shoes that feel dressed up, I'm always looking for height. Now that I've tried them myself, I'm fully on board. They are the shoes you need for the middle point of dressing up/down your favorite dress and are so easy to wear. This pair from Brother Vellies quite literally has my heart, and I'm telling everyone about them.
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@_sierramayhewWhen you find a pair of shoes this good, all you really need is a pair of jeans and a white ribbed tank. I also wore them with a bright printed matching set, and they made just as much noise as when styled with basics. Pointed heels are back, and I'll be wearing them all summer.
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@_sierramayhewI live in pretty little block heels come summer. You might as well be wearing a pair of flats with how comfortable they are. Once you see the way they flatter your legs, you'll never go back to sneakers. I love the strappy details on this pair from Staud.
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@_sierramayhewIt's time to toss those flip-flops to the side. The new thongs are here, and they're the elevated take on traditional summer sandals that you need to know about. Add a bright colorway, additional height, and extra coverage and you'll be good to go.
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@_sierramayhewHearing a few of my co-workers buzz about the fact that "Barbie shoes" are currently trending made it a very easy decision to add a pair of my own to my collection. And now, I get what all of the buzz was about. Even though this is a lower heel, having a clear top gives an illusion of longer legs and more height. I will be wearing them all summer.
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@_sierramayhewOrange has been named the color of the summer by fashion editors, so you'll need to try it. It can seem daunting at first if you're thinking about how you'll wear it, but there are so many options. I love to go with other warm colors or any other printed pieces that catch my eye.
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@_sierramayhewBy now, you've heard about the fact that we're all about strappy sandals. I'm once again watching Sex and the City reruns—who remembers when Carrie was mugged for her Manolo Blahniks? She yelled after the man, "He took my strappy sandals!!" I share the same passion for my favorite pairs.
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@_sierramayhewWhen it comes to footwear, don't be afraid to experiment with color. Accessories are the easiest way for even the strictest minimalist to allow something bright and vibrant in. I styled this full look around these shoes.
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@_sierramayhewThe latest angle that fashion people are taking on the Y2K trend just so happens to be embellishments. Pile on shiny metals against contrasting saturated colors and you're sure to have a winner. My heart will always live with this pair from Manolo Blahnik.
My next order will include these shoes, which I've already purchased in brown.
