If there's one easy way to give your outfit an of-the-moment look, it's with a trending new pair of shoes. I always find the beginning of a new season makes for the perfect time to invest in some chic trend-forward footwear.
This season so far, we're already seeing specific styles dominate on the fashion set—a clear indicator that they're about to dominate this summer season ahead. From retro sneakers to sophisticated suede fabrics, nostalgic jelly shoes, and runway-approved braided textures, there's something for every sartorial taste.
The best part? You don't have to pay designer prices to lean into this summer's shoe trends. I've scoured the market and found all the biggest summer 2025 shoe trends for under $150. *Insert dancing emoji.*
Jelly Shoes
Fun, playful, and versatile—the fashion set are all about wearing trending jelly shoes right now with casual, warm-weather outfits such as little white dresses and linen pants.
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Braided Textures
Woven shoes were all over the spring 2025 runways—a trend loved by the French fashion set—and they're already proving to be the perfect chic option once the temps start to rise. Expect to see flats, heels, slingbacks, and sandals dominate this summer.
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Retro Sneakers
From the runways to the streets, retro-cool silhouettes are everywhere right now. The fashion set are embracing throwback styles like the Adidas Tokyos and Taekwondos, classic Reeboks, and Puma Speedcats.
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Thong Sandals
Whether you go for a kitten heel or classic flip-flops, thong sandals are altogether on-trend and look just as chic with a minidress as they do with tailored trousers. They are comfortable and versatile, and most importantly, there are plenty of affordable options out there.
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Suede Fabrics
There's been a steady rise in suede footwear across the board this season—from ever-popular suede sneakers to preppy loafers, ballet pumps, boat shoes, and sleek sandals.
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Cherry Red Hues
By far, one of the most popular shoe colors on the spring/summer runways was vibrant cherry red. It was seen on a whole host of silhouettes from heeled pumps to slingbacks and kitten-heel sandals. Trust us—they'll add the perfect pop to your basics this year.
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