What summer look would be complete without some truly beautiful, trend-inspired footwear to go along with that sundress? For the summer of 2012, there are many great things in store for our feet, ladies. From big wedges to lots of bead work, get the perfect pair (or pairs!) of summer shoes to add to your vibrant summer 2012 wardrobe today. Shop trends like metallics, pointed toes, braided sandals, and many more!
Metallic or Pointed Toes
Starting at the very tip of the summer shoe trends, let’s talk about what’s in style for your toes this year. If you’re wearing a work-appropriate or evening style closed-toe shoe, it should be pointy and metallic for best results. The metallic toes used for practical toe-protecting purposes are now a style trend and also visible, so look for that shiny metal accent for this summer. And pointy toes are eliminating rounded toes from our wardrobes, at least for now. Shop the sexy, feminine pointed toe look for all your summer shoes.
Lots of Height
Super, mega-sized platforms and big wedges will be all the rage in summer 2012. They don’t have to be so big you can’t walk in them, but opt for shoes with nice, decent-sized platforms to get that height for yourself. Keep them comfortable and practical; there’s no need to sacrifice safety for style! And as far as wedges go, you’ll see them boosting up sandals and espadrilles everywhere. Capture this style for your outdoor and casual needs and you’re set for summer.
Big, Feminine Detail Work
Summer 2012 shoes are also big on braiding, lacing, and other small details that really catch the eye. Braided sandals will be everywhere this season, a long-awaited comeback door for this style. Look for bright colors and unique braiding patterns for the perfect pair. You might also want to opt for some lacing in your summer shoes too. You’ll easily find lacing on sandals, shoes, and even boots this season! Other details to look for include rivets and buckles–the modern form of “bling,” I guess.
Stylish Footwear Colors
The summer shoe collection for 2012 will be diverse in colors, since there’s such a huge rainbow of “it” colors this season. Pastels will carry over from the spring into the summer, so find great nudes, roses, aquas, pale yellows and greens to get this look. On the flip side, you may want to go more vibrant with bright colors this season. Highlight those pedicured toenails with bright oranges, teals, and pinks on your sandals this year! For the complete lack of color, transparent materials are also in fashion for summer 2012. Add a sheer vinyl shoe to your collection and you’ll really have something to wear with everything!
Seek out these great footwear trends and your summer 2012 will be spot-on with the season’s hottest looks. Treat your feet to something hot off the runway to celebrate that hot, summer weather!
References:
Fashion Trend Seeker. 2012 Spring and Summer Shoe Trends Million Looks. Shoe Trends Spring/Summer 2012
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