If you like a choice in shoe trends, this season's crop will make you giddy with excitement. Styles are girly or glamorous, sexy or funky, sophisticated or classic. And the shoes are versatile; it's what fashionistas like to refer to as a "can't go wrong" kind of season. Wear your wooden platforms with everything from suits to thigh-baring minis or your patent leathers with anything from jeans to bright belted dresses. Another thing to place on your trend radar: heels. They've reached skyscraper heights and make legs look like they go on for miles no matter what you have on. Now is the time to spring into action and pick your favorite style and favorite color... or two.
Pretty in Patent
Patent leather
shoes will be seen on the feet of all who are fashionable this season. And the selection goes above and beyond the dark-hued patent Mary Janes from your girlhood. The lacquered lovelies of the moment are being offered in a rainbow of colors as well as a stunning array of heights and styles. A high-gloss platform is the tip of the trend when paired with this season's shirtdress, as is a brightly colored flat with a skinny cropped pant.
Stepping Stones
Sandals decorated with stones are staples this season. While platforms reach new, dizzying heights, embellished flat sandals are the epitome of easy chic. Wear them with long printed halter dresses or complement your higher hemlines by pairing them with Bermudas and short shorts. And when the weather really warms up, they'll be the perfect beach accessory to go with your voguish straw bag and crochet cover-up. For effortless elegance, check out these polished stone slides.
Knock on Wood
Stilettos are taking a backseat to seriously stacked heels and chunky wooden wedges this season. They add just the hard edge needed to offset the delicate details such as ruffles, puffed sleeves and lace that dominate spring clothing, and they're the ideal complement to the neutral tones that have surfaced as the "It" colors this year. But high-heel amateurs, beware ‑- heels have reached staggering new heights this season. They're a safe bet in terms of items to covet, but that's the only thing that's safe about them. Saunter with style in these Kors by Michael Kors peep-toe stacked wedge heels.
Fight Club
Gladiator
sandals have made their way from the coliseum to the catwalk. The flat version can be worn with a sexy white dress for a modern-day Helen of Troy look, or, if only a heel will do, pair a high version with a matching high hemline. For those unfortunate days that you need to spend in the office, wear either style with an updated slim-leg pantsuit. These double ankle strap sandals by Naturalizer will be sure to conquer your heart.
Prints Charming
Make a graphic statement this season with bright and bold print shoes. While some designers opted for African images, others chose tropical prints and sweet florals. These cheery motifs are a surefire way to inject interest into your wardrobe. Feeling kooky? Pair your patterns. Wear a black-and-white print pant with a psychedelic print shoe. Stressed about which handbag to wear with your multihued mules? Don't be. The rule for matching accessories is that there are no rules. Have some fun with these bluebell-print thong wedges by Emilio Pucci.
Metal Pushers
Metallics are in again? Well, yes and no. This season's shimmery shades have a more antiqued and distressed look about them. They're slightly... off. It's bronze and champagne that we're seeing, as opposed to glitzy gold and silver. These refined shines go equally well with the natural fabrics that are everywhere and the traditional nautical look that has made a comeback. From a slim copper flat to a sexy brushed gold slingback, the new metallics can put a spin on even the most basic clothing. These bronze leather
sandals with a braided strap by Carlos Santana are the perfect way to get into the golden moment.
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