This year’s summer shoe trends are wide open for interpretation. There’s still plenty of quiet luxury design elements going strong, but also, lots of color and playfulness keeping things in balance. From sleek designs to experimental creations, here are the hottest shoe trends you’ll be seeing this summer.

THE (W)EDGE OF GLORY

Hear me out on this one… wedges are back. And it’s fair to say they’re better than ever. Designers have given us a sleeker interpretation of the 90s version. Honestly? This looks to be the hottest shoe trend of the summer.

SEE-THROUGH STYLE

As the ballet-flat trend continues to chassé its way through 2023 we see an interesting iteration just in time for those hot summer days. The mesh ballet-flat is delicate, breathable, refined and extremely versatile.

Looking for something a little more daring? The underwear-as-outerwear trend can now be seen on feet thanks to designers like Stella McCartney utilizing fishnet fabrications.

SPARKLE AND SHINE

Expect to see lots of glossy finishes and bedazzled heels this summer. These design elements will enhance any look, be it casual jeans and T-shirts or sophisticated evening wear. Again, here we have a wide spectrum going from toned-down minimalist chic to over-the-top wild creations. Choose your own adventure!