When it comes to handbags and shoes, black has always been the default choice. It's a foolproof color and will almost always look refined. However, there's been a recent shift in navy as the preferred neutral, a change WWW editors and writers have been wanting for quite some time. Navy is not too drastically different in terms of hue and saturation but offers an additional touch of color that can take your outfit from boring to interesting in seconds.
Senior editor Eliza Huber has already made the case for navy handbags (her navy Alaïa Le Teckel is enough reason to be influenced), but I'm here now to convince you that navy shoes should also be on your spring checklist. There's no doubt that your black loafers and sandals will always be wardrobe staples, but a navy pair just might be the slight change you've been looking for during your spring closet refresh.
There aren't as many navy options on the market as there are black, but I scrolled for hours to find the pairs worth adding to your cart. Brands like The Row and Prada have already released their best-selling styles in navy, so I'm guessing the rest of the industry will start catching up soon. Keep scrolling to find an elegant navy pick that'll make your spring shoe collection feel extra luxe this season.
Shop My Favorite Navy Shoes for Spring
These are giving preppy Ralph Lauren in the best way possible. If you're going to hop on board the boat-shoe trend, I suggest trying it in navy for something fresher than a tan or black pair.
Sometimes, you just need no-fuss, simple kitten heels.
You just might end up reaching for these way more than your black loafers.
The slightly lighter lining just scratches an itch in my brain in the best way possible.
The sporty look has never looked so chic.
How to style these for spring: Pair them with an all-white base and black accessories. We love mixing navy and black here!
It's not too early to start preparing your summer wardrobe.
These shoes are the kind that will attract multiple compliments.
Mesh and navy just go so well together.
If anyone can convince you to make navy your go-to neutral, it will be Miuccia Prada.
But if Prada isn't in your budget, these suede J.Crew sneakers will also do the trick.
These are the right pair of shoes to wear with an LBD.
I think the boat-shoe trend is growing on me (but only if they're in navy)!
If boat shoes still aren't your thing, sandals like these are another way to put a little prep in your step.
These shoes exude luxury with a tiny bit of edge—just how I like it.
I never thought I'd see the words "mesh" and "sneakers" in the same sentence, but I have to say I'm very into it.
This silhouette feels a whole lot cooler than regular mules.
Not to play favorites, but these are really speaking to me. Just look at that texture!
Another great navy-loafer contender.
As someone who's intrigued by mesh shoes but would prefer not to bare it all, these are perfect.
How to feel festive all the time? Wearing velvet, of course.
Manolos will always be a good idea. There's nothing more classic.
Dark denim being the preferred wash of 2025 just proves the styling potential that navy holds.
When you wear these, you'll always feel special.
These easy slip-on mules will complete any outfit when you're in a rush.
I can envision these on every French fashion person I follow.
Vagabond makes the most comfortable loafers that feel and look like designer options triple the price.
I own these in baby blue, but I think these are next on my wish list.
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