The beginning of the warmer months brings with it the opportunity for a guilt-free wardrobe overhaul, which can be blamed, of course, entirely on spring cleaning your clothes.
After seasons spent in chunky “dad sandals”, finally, we’re seeing some prominent new shoe trends pop up that have us ready to put our best foot forward. From the new it-sneaker to the ’90s sandal making a combeack, shoe trends are shifting for summer 25/26.
Below, the styles worth investing in this season for work, play and everything in between.
Spring/Summer Shoe Trends For 2025
marie claire’s Edit Of Spring Shoes
Texture & Embellishment
Classic summer silhouettes are getting a luxe makeover with strappy sandals and ballet flats elevated by metal embellishments and textured finishes. Think Tory Burch’s pierced‑detail flats and gold‑accented straps, where delicate hardware transforms a simple shape into a statement piece.
As for summer-proof ballet flats, we’re seeing raffia and mesh styles transition the shoe into the warmer months seemlessly.
JO MERCER
Georgie ballet flats
MNG
Suede Sandals
AMANU
Malawi Sandals
THERAPY
Genesis Ballet Flats
Elevated Thongs
The return of slinky ’90s flip flops and thongs surprised us all in 2024. What’s more shocking is how prominent the summer staple has become among the style and celebrity set.
Designers like Miu Miu and Alaïa have showcased thong sandals with elevated heels, ranging from kitten to block styles, while celebrities like Hailey Bieber and Kylie Jenner have co-signed the style again and again.
THE ROW
Ginza Flip Flop
TONY BIANCO
Avanti Wedge
ST AGNI
Thong Heel
ELKA COLLECTIVE
Nera Thong
Clogs
Clogs are making a serious comeback for summer 2025/26, spotted everywhere from Chloé’s wedged wooden soles to Hermès’ pared-back suede slip-ons. Further signalling a move away from chunky styles, the shoe’s moderate platforms, wedges and clog bases deliver just enough height and oomph to see your dad sandals discarded for good.
CHLOÉ
Jeanette Clogs
A.EMERY
Louis Clogs
KHAITE
Britt Mules
AJE
Stellar Stud Clog
Sneakerina
From Miu Miu to Sandy Liang sending out low-profile shoes that blur the line between sneaker and slipper, the ballet flats sport makeover has been steadily rising in 2025. Come summer? they’ll be everywhere. Dubbed the sneakerina, this hybrid taps into coquette styling but keeps the comfort of streetwear – light, flat and easy to wear all summer long.
Now, Prada’s Collapse sneaker has sealed the deal. Ultra-flat with slipper-like sides, it’s basically a ballerina that moonlights as a sneaker – and further proof that this hybrid is more than a passing fling.
PUMA
Speedcat
NELSON MADE
Lyn Sneaker
PRADA
Collapse Sneaker
ACNE STUDIOS
Suede Ballet Flat
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