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The Trendiest Shoes to Wear Right Now
It's time to step up your summer shoe game.
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While the season isn’t officially over yet, we can safely say it’s been quite an exciting summer for footwear so far.
Serving total range, the ‘it’ shoes of the moment are a varied bunch—covering all categories from supermodel-approved sneakers and cutesy ballet flats to chic flip-flops and comfy slip-ons.
Whether your main source of fashion inspo comes from the runway or your FYP, these footwear picks are well-deserving of a spot in your summer and transitional fall wardrobe.
For eight of the moment’s most sought-after shoes and where to buy them, scroll on.
White Samba OG Sneakers, Adidas Originals
As seen on stylish stars like Bella Hadid and Hailey Bieber, the Adidas Originals Samba OG Sneakers are a certified it-girl shoe. While the classic Samba colourway is black and white, there are countless colourful (and fast-selling!) drops to shop from baby blue and butter yellow to forest green and cherry red that’ll pair perfectly with your brightest summer ensembles.
Price: $130
Lace-Up Trainers, ba&sh x Saysh
Feeling inspired by the 2024 Olympics in Paris? French label Ba&sh has collaborated with Saysh—the footwear brand founded by track and field Olympian and seven-time gold medalist, Allyson Felix—to create a summer shoe that aligns precisely with fashion’s current sneaker obsession. Introducing: the Lace-Up Trainers. Made for active women, these sneakers feature a lightweight, flexible sole for comfortable wear. Whether you wear them to the gym or on the streets, they’ll look super cool.
Price: $260
Lily Square-Toe Leather Flip Flops, TKEES
In case you haven’t heard, flip-flops are back in full force. For that classic thong sandal look, we love these Lily Square-Toe Leather Flip-Flops by TKEES. Available in black, cocoa and cream shades, these sophisticated sandals are sure to add a minimalist flair to any outfit. At once casual and chic, their square-toe design makes them much cooler than your average flops.
Price: $105
Stan Smith 80s Sneakers, Adidas Originals
With the “tenniscore” aesthetic still trending, it’s no wonder Adidas’ Stan Smith 80s Sneakers have been so popular this season. Inspired by the American tennis star himself, these eponymous shoes replicate the original sneakers he wore on the court during the 1980s. This white and green colourway? Classic!
Price: $166
Brown Cendrillon Ballerina Flats, Repetto
Repetto’s SSENSE Exclusive Brown Cendrillon Ballerina shoes combine two of the year’s hottest trends: leopard print and ballet flats. Expertly crafted using a signature “stitch and return” technique, these feline flats are worth the splurge. Topped with an adorable little black bow, wear these shoes day or night to make a statement.
Price: $560
Beyondfeel Women's Running Shoe, Lululemon
Run clubs have been all the rage this summer. Meaning, the demand for practical sneakers that are also cute has gone up. Our recommendation? Lululemon’s Beyondfeel Women’s running shoe. Designed with mesh upper ventilates, foam cushioning and a high-traction outsole, these are sneakers any athlete can rely on. Plus, there are seven colourways to choose from for bonus style points at your next run club meet-up.
Price: $198
Classic Slip-On Shoe, Vans
Truly, you can never go wrong with a pair of Vans Classic Slip-On shoes. Ideal for throwing on just as you’re headed out to a coffee shop, a park, or your favourite local patio, they’re the versatile summer shoe consumers have loved since 1979. When worn in this true white colour, you can pair these slip-ons with practically anything.
Price: $70
Boston Suede Slide Sandals, Birkenstock
Hear us out: Birkenstock’s Boston Suede Slide Sandals have been making a serious case for the “ugly chic” shoe trend currently going around. But don’t just take our word for it, these classic clogs have been spotted on fashion-forward celebrities from Zoë Kravitz and Kendall Jenner to Kaia Gerber. With a design inspired by nature, they’re a no-brainer pick for a weekend at the cottage.
Price: $205
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