Shopping Roundups | Mar 01, 2010 09:27 AM
 

Your Ultimate Guide to Spring Shoes

By: Christene Barberich & Piera Gelardi

 

Spring dresses and little jackets are both pretty seductive when those first signs of spring start to emerge. But really, nothing compares to that palpable jolt of euphoria that comes when we spot The Shoes we have to have for a new season. And because our wish-list this time around is longer than usual (could you blame us?), we decided to enlist a more methodical approach: Sorting our favorite styles into 10 irresistible categories. So, whether you're still feeling sky-high platforms (check out our studded clogs), or you want something a little more beachy (this summer, espadrilles are better than ever!), you're season of stylish rebirth begins right here.

1. Printed Florals—If your style borders on classic and simple, a pair of Liberty-inspired oxfords or an abstract floral pump could be just the thing to bring your look into this new season.

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Above, clockwise from top left: Lanvin T-Strap Sandals, $980, available at Barneys; Robert Clergerie Floral Demisos Platforms, $685, available at Joan Shepp; ASOS Magnolia Lace-Up Shoes, $48, available at ASOS; Topshop Wilma Floral Wedges, $145, available at Topshop.




2. Shades of Ecru—There really is nothing sexier than the season's dreamy-soft nude palette...it's no doubt our neutral of the season.

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Above, clockwise from left: Coach Stephanie Heels, $188, available at Coach; Jean-Michael Cazabat Mignona Oxford, $345, available at Bloomingdale's; Jeffrey Campbell Dominate Wrap Heel, $128, available at Urban Outfitters; Chloé Wood and Canvas Wedges, $650, available at Net-A-Porter.


3. Men's Shoes—Oxfords, wingtips, jazz shoes...this spring, we're loving them all.

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Above, clockwise from top left: Rag & Bone Cap Toe Oxfords, $325, available at Shopbop; Deena & Ozzy Suede Oxfords, $58, available at Urban Outfitters; ASOS Mister Two-Toned Lace-Up Brogues, $51.28, available at ASOS; J Crew Camden Brogues, $250, available at J. Crew; Jil Sander Leather Slip-On Brogues, $570, available at Net-A-Porter.


4. Mesh Details—Somehow after all the studs and tough-girl accents, a little basic mesh feels so much lighter and cooler.

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Above, clockwise from top left: Anthropologie Transom Wedges, $145, available at Anthropologie; Maison Martin Margiela Net Classic Heels, $735, available at La Garçonne; Topshop Raver Mesh Sandals, $100, available at Topshop; Jil Sander Mesh Oxfords, $545, available at Barneys.


5. Classic Clogs—The clog (and all its variations) has been in heavy rotation for a few years now, but this spring's version pays homage to the ultimate '70s Dazed & Confused classic.

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Above, clockwise from top left: Jeffrey Campbell Karl Clogs, $135, available at Jildor; Swedish Hasbeens Lace-Up Clogs, $398, available at Free People; Free People Charli Platform Clog, $179, available at Free People; Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Tamara Embroidered Wooden Clogs, $350, available at Shopbop.

 

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