With its oceanfront setting and year-round sunshine, Los Angeles living embodies a laid-back energy that naturally translates into a cool, casual dress code. Whilst I tend to turn to New Yorkers and, of course, my fellow Londoners for outfit inspiration during the colder months, come summer my attention shifts west.
The Angelenos’s relaxed approach to dressing offers endless ideas for effortless, summer styling and, this morning, I came across a simple shoe trend I can't believe I've overlooked until now. Spotted stepping out for the evening, L.A. resident Hailey Bieber wore a classic pair of black trousers, styled with a crisp white tee and a black leather jacket. So far, so straightforward. But it was her shoe choice that stopped me in my scroll.
Swapping out the ballet flats and Mary Janes currently dominating the trend cycle and would have been a natural choice for styling with the smart pants, Bieber opted instead for a strappy pair of black kitten-heel flip-flops. A subtle yet impactful update, the short heel adds just enough lift to elevate the outfit without sacrificing the comfort that defines West Coast dressing.
Equal parts polished and nonchalant, these minimalist heels toe the line between smart and casual, making them an interesting match with tailored black trousers. With their effortlessly relaxed feel, they bring a fresh perspective to a polished wardrobe staple, allowing it to extend into your wider wardrobe with ease.
Scroll on to shop our edit of the best kitten-heel flip-flops and classic black trousers.
SHOP KITTEN-HEEL FLIP-FLOPS AND BLACK TROUSERS:
COS' simple black trousers are a fashion person's favourites.
Honestly, I can't see these staying in stock for long.
From May—September, I practically live in linen trousers.
Whilst I love these in the classic black, they also come in chocolate brown and beige.
No one does elevated basics like The Row.
Style these with black trousers à la Bieber, or wear them with a billowy cotton skirt.
These also come in five other colourways.
The small kitten heel adds a little extra height without sacrificing any comfort.
These come in UK sizes 4 24.
Even as we enter the warmest season, the chocolate-brown colour trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
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