Retailer MATCHESFASHION shares some summer shoes that you ought to know and shows us how to complete these perfect look. From ballet flats with embroidered detailing and modern mules, these new shoe styles are the perfect footnote to effortless, warm-weather looks.
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The Block Heel
The weighty block-heel – somewhere between mid and high heel height – has emerged as SS16’s shoe du jour. Embrace the trend via Rachel Comey’s 1970s-inspired peep-toe sandals – off-kilter, yet elegant.
Rachel Comey Kinzey suede block-heel pumps
Wear With
Loewe Button-down wool-knit cardigan, Loewe Fisherman low-slung boyfriend jeans
Rachel Comey Kinzey suede block-heel pumps, Delfina Delettrez Ear-Eclipse earrings
The Mule
Add a dose of 1990s to your look with Marques’Almeida’s studded wooden-soled shoes. The washed-out floral print perfectly complements the slip-on, slip-off effortlessness of a mule – offset the blush, summer tones with Hillier Bartley’s linen slacks.
Marques'Almeida Oversized-buckle floral-brocade mules
WEAR WITH
Dior Technologic mirrored sunglasses, Raey Deep scoop-neck silk cami top
Hillier Bartley Ankle-strap high-rise trousers, Marques'Almeida floral-brocade mules
The Evening Slipper
Elegant and timeless, an elevated slipper is the modern option for a day-to-night shoe. Marco de Vincenzo’s black satin style keeps the feel sophisticated without sacrificing comfort.
Marco De Vincenzo Woven-satin flat sandals
WEAR WITH
Marco De Vincenzo Woven-satin flat sandals, Ellery Utopian lace-up silk-twill dress
Hillier Bartley Collar Box tassel bag, Givenchy Satin-lapel cady coat
The Lace-up Ballet Flat
A riff on classic dance pumps, lace-up ballet flats will elevate cropped denim jeans or a simple summer dress – the perfect piece to showcase their elegant ankle ties. Channel your inner romantic with Etro’s floral embroidered style.
Etro Cora embroidered satin pumps
WEAR WITH
Stella McCartney Falabella cat-eye sunglasses, Anna October Liv off-the-shoulder poplin dress
Álvaro Agata pompom embellished tote, Etro Cora embroidered satin pumps