Happy Thursday, ladies! Today, we’re talking all things shoes. I’ve pulled 25 of Summer’s hottest shoes. (Actually, just 25 of my favorite shoes, but who’s counting?)
If you’re like me, it’s almost impossible to get enough shoes. So many to choose from, so little closet space to put them. With Summer in full swing, there are just so many options. From sneakers to mules to wedges to sandals, the choices are endless and far too vast to cover in one post.
So, I’ve tried to streamline things a bit today. I’ve pulled 5 different shoe types that I’m loving for Summer 2022:
- slip-ons;
- slide sandals;
- white sneakers;
- braided sandals; and
- wedge espadrilles.
Ok, I know what you’re thinking: these categories aren’t totally independent. There is some overlap. A lot of braided sandals just are slide sandals for example. You’re totally right. But that’s OK. This is just meant as a rough guide for tackling some of the trending shoes of Summer 2022.
Also, for each shoe type, I’ve pulled together an outfit and recreated it. I wanted to give you some style inspiration on how to wear these shoes. I’ve worked hard to pick timeless, classic outfits that will work well beyond this Summer. I’ve gone with a lot of neutrals, some colors—mostly subdued—and a few prints.
So, let’s get right down to it and see Summer’s hottest shoes.
The Summary
Today I’m featuring 25 of my favorite shoes for Summer, broken down by category
For each shoe type, I’ve pulled an outfit that goes perfectly with that shoe
Each shoe and outfit is shoppable via a text or image widget
25 of Summer’s Hottest Shoes
1. Slip-Ons
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Board: High-Waist Camo Cargo Pants (Wit & Wisdom, Nordstrom) | Open Front Cardigan (Talbots) | Scoop Neck Slub Tank (Talbots) | (Re)sourced Ripstop Nylon Tote (Madewell)
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5 of my favorite Slip-Ons
Board: Echo Tech 2 Slip-On (Easy Spirit, Nordstrom) | Brittany Knit Sneakers (Talbots) | Blair Woven Slip-On (Vince, Nordstrom) | Double Decker Slip-On (Kate Spade, Nordstrom) | Sammy Slip-On (Ugg, Nordstrom)
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2. Slide Sandals
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Board: Roll Top Maxi Skirt (Loveappella, Nordstrom) | Perfect Shirt (Ann Taylor) | Kara Straw Tote (J.McLaughlin) | Lily Square Sunglasses (Talbots)
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Slide Sandals
Board: Hannah Vachetta Leather Slides (Talbots) | Alibi Sandals (Tuckernuck) | Tumbled Leather Slide Sandal (Eileen Fisher, Nordstrom) | Edge Slide Sandal (Eileen Fisher, Nordstrom) | Studded Suede Sandal (Banana Republic)
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3. White Sneakers
Similar Outfit
Board: Canvas A-Line Skirt (Talbots) | The Jean Jacket (Madewell) | Split Neck Cotton Tee (Talbots) | Grand Ambition Leather Backpack (Cole Haan, Nordstrom)
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White Sneakers
Board: Keds Double Decker Slip-On (Talbots) | Air Force 1 (Nike, Nordstrom) | Warren Platform Sneaker (Vince, Nordstrom) | Stan Smith Sneaker (Adidas, Nordstrom) | Ethyl Low Top Sneaker (Sam Edelman, Nordstrom)
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4. Braided Sandals
Outfit
Board: Gingham Shorts (J.McLaughlin) | Linen Shirt (J.McLaughlin) | Straw Tote (J. McLaughlin) | Pink Sandals (Dolce Vita)
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Braided Sandals
Board: Griffin Slide Sandal (Sam Edelman, Nordstrom) | Ainslie Slide Sandal (Sam Edelman, Nordstrom) | Indy Sandal (Dolce Vita, Nordstrom) | Grazie Braided Slide Sandal (Dolce Vida, Nordstrom) | Jayna Braided Sandal (Madewell, Nordstrom)
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5. Wedges
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Board: Linen Band Collar Popover (Talbots) | Perfect Crops (Talbots) | Straw Crossbody Bag (Talbots)
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Wedges
Board: Espadrille Wedge Sandal (Banana Republic) | Espadrille Mule Sandals (Banana Republic) | Bryleigh Espadrille Wedge Sandal (Vince Camuto, Nordstrom) | Dali Espadrille Wedge Sandal (Veronica Beard, Nordstrom) | Parys Leather Espadrille Wedge Sandal (Vince Camuto, Nordstrom)
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In Case You Missed It
This morning Kelly featured her favorite summer fabric. Click the title or image below to read the article.
Must-Have Summer Fabric
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Thank you so much Beth and Kelly for all the inspiration and hard work! Just love all the choices and so appreciate the time and effort. Happy Summer l am go8ng to be looking good thanks to you two 🙂
Take care,
Francesca B
thanks so much for being here! we so appreciate you!
Thanks for this, Beth – who doesn’t “need ” more shoes, right? I bought the Sam Edelman sandals on line and love them. I have to laugh because when they were delivered, they felt horribly uncomfortable until I realized the cardboard liners were still in them! Once I removed them, they felt great- they have a cushioned footbed and look so chic.
don’t you love a cushioned footbed?! enjoy!
Hard to choose! Thanks for this post; I’m a shoe lover. Check out Talbots’ Violet Twist nappa slides too. Wow. So buttery soft (and resemble Jimmy Choo’s Narisa at a small fraction of the cost). Happy Friday, Oscar and recipe/cocktail day!
I have seen the tan leather and metallic wedge sandals (featured in this column’s Pin It) appear a few times and just love them! They add so much to whichever outfit they’re paired with. Who is the manufacturer of this classy sandal?
Who is the manufacturer of the classy tan and metallic wedge sandal featured in this Pin It?
Love it!
I’m not certain which Pin It you are referring to but the gold metallic and tan wedge is Tory Burch about four to five years old.
Thank you for the lovely ideas, I certainly lean towards those options in warm weather. Also on my personal list are espadrilles, I have a wedge and a flat.