Spring 2022 Shoe Trends You Need to Check Out
Hey, y’all! So we all know the groundhog called for 6 more weeks of winter, but I’m just refusing to accept that and immediately moving into Spring. Since we don’t live in Chicago anymore and winter doesn’t last until May in Nashville, I can truly appreciate the season of Spring. I recently was asked on Instagram for my thoughts on sandal trends (Thank you, Bryn!) and wanted to devote an entire post to Spring shoe trends in general. I, of course, added in sandals, but wanted to cover all shoe categories that were highlighted during Fashion Weeks. So, let’s get into it!
ARCHITECTURAL ACCENTS
ALL IN THE DESIGN
The runways are hot with architectural elements and unique shapes in footwear.
I’ve loved this trend since I first started seeing unique sandals and heels by the brand Cult Gaia back in the late 20-teens. Seeing similar designs and aesthetics arrive in more affordable stores and sticking around for another season is really fun! I personally think shoes should be fun and eye-catching so I love this trend!
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SKY HIGH PLATFORMS
LEGS FOR DAYS
Super high heels and platforms are very in this year - might want to take some practice walking around in these babies, but they are so fun and chic!
I remember the first time I ever saw a pair of Saint Laurent Bianca Platform Sandals, followed by the Jodie Platform Sandals and I needed them. I, of course, do not own them to this day, but I am certain one day I will! I find them so chic and classic. This trend really took off during fashion week when Versace debuted the Medusa Heel. It is all over my Instagram, Pinterest boards, and fashion trend reports for Spring. They are definitely more of a statement, but I find them super fun and playful! The design isn’t new as we’ve seen it on the red carpets since the 2000s when designers like Laurence Dacade, Gucci, Prada and Valentino made the styles more popular at the height of the days of Paris and Nicole going clubbing. Anyone else remember the iconic Bratz doll and Steve Madden ads that focused on platforms? Well, the 90s-00s are back y’all!
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GLADIATOR SANDALS AND HEELS
time to lace up
The gladiator style is back and more exaggerated than ever. Sandals with straps, wraps and ties are here.
This trend isn’t new and I remember buying the Steve Madden Travel Sandal a couple years ago and seeing them everywhere! So, good news for any of you that purchased a pair in the late 20-teens - they’re here to stay! I personally love the wrap around styles that are a bit more understated than the knee-high gladiator in the above picture. Check out the styles below!
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CAN’T MISS IT COLORS
bold & Bright colors
This seasons runways were full of colorful clothing, shoes, accessories and prints. Shoes will be no different - if anything, they can be the statement of your look.
My thoughts on this is that after two years of dealing with a pandemic, designers are wanting fun, colorful and memorable designs to fill stores and runways. Bright colors, bold statements and saturated designs are all the rage right now. From designers like Tom Ford, Bottega Venetta, and Saint Laurent we saw bright pinks, blues, oranges and greens in footwear. I love a colorful heel and sandal to make an outfit than the more traditional neutral colors most choose. Will you try out some colorful shoes this season? My biggest tip is to purchase a pair in a style you already own. I LOVE these Steve Madden Vala Heels and they come in so many colors!
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POINTED TOE BOOTS
MAKE YOUR POINT
Another classic style that is back again, the pointed boot replaces past year’s focus on square toed sandals and boots.
I personally never loved the rounded toe style and felt that pointed toe shoes never really went out of style. Perfect for elongating your leg and adding a chic, elegant touch to any look, there are plenty of options out there to try out the trend. If you’re new to the style, try out a bootie or knee high style as an introduction. I also love this pointed toe heel style I’m seeing in the sandal category. So chic and cool!
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I hope y’all like this type of post and covering a bit more of upcoming trends and styles in different categories. I had fun putting it together and finding pieces you can bring into your closet from runway inspiration. What style or trend was your favorite? I think I’m personally going to be adding more color this Spring and maybe try out those sky-high platforms. Thanks so much for reading!
