Heeled sandals: how to choose the ideal shape and height?

A summer wardrobe wouldn't be complete without heeled sandals. These shoes are irreplaceable; you can wear them to work or on a romantic date, go for a walk around the city or go to a fun party. You just need to choose a pair that is ideal for a particular fashionista. In this case, you need to maintain a balance between the external attractiveness of the model, fashion trends and personal comfort.

However, modern fashion is so democratic that you can easily choose a model to suit every taste.

Peculiarities

Girls love high-heeled shoes. After all, she is allowed to appear even more slender and sexy. Your gait will immediately become graceful, and your posture will become truly royal. But to achieve this result, you need to choose the right pair of shoes. Otherwise, you can achieve the opposite effect.

Therefore, you should not chase the maximum heel height. Always consider the purpose of the model.

If you have to walk not on the red carpet, but on ordinary sidewalks, then it is better to avoid breathtaking stiletto heels.

Let's figure out what types of open shoes are in fashion today, as well as what to wear such shoes with to make the look stylish.

Stylists advise

Couples can be considered a bit strict and old-fashioned, and they are also quite moody. They are ideal for skirts and dresses, but not in all styles. You should not combine them with a fluffy outfit, with flounces and frills, only a straight cut and midi length (a mini will look too vulgar). Shorts of any style are strictly not recommended.

It is difficult to combine open-back shoes with trousers, but it is possible. It is worth abandoning models with wide legs (as they will get under your heel when walking). Ankle-length trousers (don't cover it!), not too tight around the hips, are suitable. This model seems to be specially created for an office environment; it’s not for nothing that businesswomen and business ladies love it so much.

Open-toed sandals are not worn with tights, so it’s worth getting your feet in perfect order.

If the models have decorative jumpers, then it is worth drawing attention to them with narrow cropped trousers and slightly rolled up jeans. Black classic pairs can be worn with a gray jacket and pencil skirt, or an office suit.

Strict pairs with low heels can also be worn with a bright cardigan, jacket, for example, with a leopard print, complementing the look with black trousers, a light top and a black bag. What to wear with beige closed-toe sandals? For example, with cropped trousers with a lapel of the same shade and a light top, black leather leggings and a nude blouse and jacket.

Bright shoes - with platforms or heels - will stylishly complement a monochromatic outfit, for example, a dress or suit in white or beige. Yellow, blue, pink pairs should be complemented with a matching top (blouse, top) or accessories (beads, brooch, hat), or handbag. They will also look good with a plain, calm ensemble, for example, with a black dress.

A little history

Like many other things, ladies “borrowed” high-heeled shoes from their men’s wardrobe. Initially, this shoe item was created for comfortable riding in the saddle. Thanks to the presence of a heel, the leg was securely fixed in the stirrup.

Well, the first lady who decided to try on high heels was Catherine de Medici. The queen was not tall, and as a person of royal blood, she was not supposed to look up to her subjects. To become a little taller, Catherine began to wear high-heeled shoes, which were sewn for her by court craftsmen.

Over time, women's shoes with heels have gained incredible popularity. Nowadays you can buy sandals with heels of various heights and shapes.

Model features

Designers say that stylish sandals with a closed heel will definitely become a key detail of the spring-summer look, harmoniously complementing any outfit. Most women wholeheartedly agree with them, preferring this particular model to any other shoe. There are several reasons for this - closed sandals:

help you look expensive;
visually lengthen legs;
have a stylish appearance;
combine with any look;
perfect for cool off-season evenings;
comfortable to put on and practical to wear due to the closed heel and ankle clasp;
protect feet from moisture and dust.

It is also important that women of any age, including little fashionistas, can wear such a model. By choosing sandals with a closed heel, you don’t have to worry that your clothes won’t match your shoes. This option can be combined with any style - strict classic, loose street, vintage, grunge and even baby doll.

Practicality Protects feet from dust and moisture Elegant appearance Compatible with any style

Height

The heel does not have to be high at all; it can be of medium height or even small. But even the smallest heel raises the heel, and thanks to this, the gait becomes more graceful.

It is best to buy high-heeled sandals (more than 7 cm in height) as evening or simply elegant shoes. It’s not worth it to constantly walk in such high heels, even if the fashionista is short. The position of the foot in high-heeled shoes creates additional stress on the muscles and ligaments, which is why the legs get tired.

To make high-heeled shoes more comfortable, they are often supplemented with a platform located in the area under the toes.

Thanks to the high sole, the foot is in a natural position. The shape of the heel in such platform sandals can be different.

For everyday wear, it is better to choose sandals with medium heels; this category includes shoes with heels 4-7 cm high. By choosing this option, a fashionista will add a few centimeters to her height, but her feet will not get too tired.

Tall girls often prefer low-heeled sandals. These models are more comfortable to wear than models with flat soles. Even a small heel makes your walk more beautiful and easier.

Platform – trend of 2021

The platform is an ideal solution for short girls. It visually increases height and slims the leg. In addition, the platform is considered the most sustainable option. Designers even offer elevated sports shoes to fashionistas. But we are choosing sandals, so let’s start looking at models with closed toes.

The platform is an ideal solution for short girls. It visually increases height and slims the leg

Sandals with heels and platform

The platform is considered the most sustainable option

In 2021, products with tractor soles are relevant. It is on the platform that she is most visible. The ability to combine a rough bottom and a neat top is the peculiarity and uniqueness of a true lady.
An interesting solution is a rounded toe with a rough platform. This option goes perfectly with light sundresses, skinny jeans, and airy skirts.
This season, platform sandals are popular, in which the middle recess is equal to the thickness of the distance from heel to toe.

When choosing closed-toe platform sandals, consider their height. It is important that you feel comfortable and attractive.

When choosing closed-toe platform sandals, consider their height. It is important that you feel comfortable and attractive. In 2021, products with tractor soles are relevant. It is on the platform that it is most visible. An interesting solution is a rounded toe with a rough platform. This option goes perfectly with light sundresses, skinny jeans, airy skirts

Advice! Clean leather shoes at night. It will have time to absorb the cream and will look like new. Periodically treat products with water-repellent agents.

Form

The shape of the heel may vary. The main options are square, cone, trapezoid, cylinder, and also the well-known hairpin.

Models with square heels are the most stable and comfortable to wear. This is the so-called brick heel, most often it is low - a maximum of 5 cm. Such sandals are very comfortable to wear, since the wide heel provides maximum support area. However, not all girls like this heel shape; many consider it too “childish”.

However, a stable heel can have a different shape. The wedge-shaped heel looks very original; its back wall is much higher than the one located closer to the front of the sandals. The height of the wedge heel may vary.

The heel in the shape of a truncated cone can also have different heights. The higher the heel, the narrower its lower part will be. Sandals with cone heels look quite elegant, but they are more comfortable to wear than models with thin heels.

Thick-heeled sandals have been in fashion for several seasons in a row. These models have a fairly wide, stable heel, but it is still significantly narrower than the “brick” described above. The heel is called a “column” and can be high or medium height. This heel option is often combined with a platform - regular or with “tractor relief”. Models of sandals with column heels are quite comfortable, so they are often chosen by active young ladies.

Flared heels look unusual; they are narrow at the top and widen at the bottom. These types of summer shoes look a little rough, so not all fashionistas like them. But based on such shoe models, it is quite possible to create very original ensembles of youth style.

The most elegant, but not the most comfortable option to wear is a thin heel. This is a hairpin and a glass. The stiletto heel is usually high - from 7 cm and above, but the glass heel usually does not exceed 5 cm in height. The difference between the “glass” is that at the top it is wide, and then sharply narrows, that is, in its appearance it resembles a wine glass on a thin stem.

The hairpin is equally thin along its entire length.

Summer stilettos can be without a platform, that is, have a regular thin sole. But if the model has a high heel, then it is often supplemented with a hidden platform to provide greater wearing comfort.

The heel may also have an unusual shape. Curly heels can most often be seen at fashion shows where designer models are presented. Heels can have a variety of, sometimes fantastic, shapes.

Sandals with figured heels can be seen not only on catwalks, but also in regular stores.

This option is becoming increasingly popular among girls who value individuality.

Material

Heels are often covered with the same material from which the sandals are made, that is, leather or suede. But there are also models in which the heel is made of other materials. The stacked heel is traditional. It is made from fleece - pieces of leather or shoe cardboard. The height and width of the fleeces can be different; they are fixed one above the other, that is, in fact, such a heel has the structure of a puff pastry. The boundaries between the fleeks are usually clearly visible, which is why the heel has a characteristic “striped” pattern.

Sandals with transparent heels look very original. For the manufacture of such parts, modern polymer material is used.

In some models, polymer heels are decorated to look like wood, that is, a pattern is applied to the plastic that realistically imitates the surface of natural wood.

Sandals with wooden heels carved from natural wood are now rare, since wood is not the most practical material for making shoes.

Wood has the ability to swell when exposed to moisture and crack when dry. Therefore, turned heels must be subjected to special processing so that the wooden heel retains its shape. In addition, sandals with heels carved from natural wood are quite heavy and, therefore, not the most comfortable to wear.

Polymer heels can be painted to match the top of the sandals or contrasting. In addition, polymer heels are often decorated in various ways. Relief patterns and inlays are used.

There are also models of sandals with metal heels. This is most often a stiletto - a type of hairpin. The stiletto is thin along its entire length, made of shiny metal.

Criterias of choice

Older fashionistas will be attracted to sandals with a small heel or wedge. You can add models to your wardrobe with platforms, but they should not look aggressive. It is better that the sole matches the tone of the main part of the product.

Don’t forget about the rules of etiquette - stiletto heels, tractor soles, and too open sandals have no place in a business wardrobe. An acceptable solution is models in the form of pumps with a strap on the heel. This pair of shoes can be safely worn with tights. But you need to choose the tights themselves correctly so that there is no mishap. So, for nude sandals, you should choose tan-colored tights, and for black ones, thick and dark ones.

There is a fashion for bright sandals, which are worn with black nylon or woolen tights. This option has a right to exist, but not in a business wardrobe.

For street style, you should choose sandals of an original design with a platform and a stable heel. It is possible that there is a corrugated sole. Such models will help out fashionistas from young to old. Sandals look good on young girls with thin legs and mature ladies with plump calves. It is important to choose the right shoe color and heel height, then you will be able to make the outfit fashionable and harmonious.

Transformers

Surely every girl dreams of having many different sandals. But not every budget can support the purchase of every pair they like. In addition, this “arsenal” of summer shoes needs to be stored somewhere, and not all citizens can yet afford to live in spacious houses where a separate room is allocated for storing shoes.

Transformable sandals will help you get a little closer to your dream of having a lot of summer shoes.

These are models with interchangeable heels, created by Parisian designer Tanya Heath. It must be said that attempts have already been made to create shoes that instantly transform from elegant to casual. Thus, Brazilian designer Daniela Beckerman has already offered fashionistas shoes with folding heels. But such models turned out to be not very convenient, so they were not particularly successful.

But the shoes produced under the Tanya Heath brand are very comfortable. The heels on them can be changed literally on the go. Now you no longer have to wonder whether to wear high-heeled sandals all day or carry a spare pair with you if you need to go on a date or to the theater in the evening after work.

All you need is a pair of extra heels that can be attached to practical low-top sandals.

The convenience of this invention is that interchangeable heels can have absolutely any shape and height.

Replaceable elements are secured using reliable latches. Thus, a fashionista can purchase just one pair of summer shoes, as well as several modifications of heels. For example, a glass, a wide heel, a post and a stiletto heel. As a result, you become the owner of four pairs of different sandals at once. At the same time, you don’t have to spend a lot of money, and you don’t need much space to store replacement heels.

Features and advantages of the model

Sandals with an open heel and closed toe are trending today. To be fair, the model can be considered an intermediate link between ordinary sandals and classic-style shoes. The products are secured on the leg with a strap, which brings lightness, femininity and grace to the image. The foot breathes, but the strictness of the image is not violated.

The advantages of this type of footwear include the following::

the possibility of using various materials for the production of summer shoes;
the model may have a heel (high, medium low), a flat sole, a wedge, a platform;
sandals can be used to create looks in different styles, not only business ones;

female fingers are covered and therefore are completely safe; the model is suitable if the fingers have an irregular shape or other defects;
available in various colors: gray, black and nude models are ideal for the office, white - for a wedding, bright ones are appropriate for everyday wear and evening wear; Combined color options are also possible.

It is worth noting that closed-toe shoes do not always have tightly closed toes. A small cutout or toe in the form of interlacing straps will be appropriate in an everyday look.

Shoes for summer with an open heel and closed toe are made from all kinds of materials. This season's favorite is naturalness. Leather is welcome - patent, matte, embossed, with embossing and imitation reptiles. Noble suede with a pleasant velvety feel is also relevant. Designers also offer sandals made of velor (for evening looks), textiles - satin, silk, velvet, cotton, denim (for casual, sports and classic looks), silicone (the latest in fashion).

Fashionable styles

Sandals differ not only in the type of heel, but also in the style of the top. When choosing, you should take into account the characteristics of your physique, as well as the purpose of the model.

Thus, classic high-heeled sandals are rather open models with a wide bar over the toes and straps that secure the shoes on the foot in the ankle area. This style of summer shoes fits perfectly into everyday and evening style, but it is not suitable for work.

For the office, it is better to buy closed heeled sandals. These can be pump sandals with a closed heel and a closed toe, but with cutouts on the sides and an ankle strap. Such models comply with the office dress code, as they can be worn with thin tights.

If the requirements for the appearance of employees are not too strict, you can choose an option with a closed nose and a strap instead of a backdrop. The heel of sandals should not be too high - the optimal choice is medium height. Models with stiletto heels or column heels are suitable.

Closed heeled sandals are also comfortable in everyday life. After all, summer does not always please us with pleasant weather; on a cool day or in rainy weather, models with a closed toe are the best option.

The best choice for the summer heat is open heeled sandals. This can be a classic design model or fashionable options, for example, lace-up sandals. Lacing is a very popular element of summer women's shoes; it is found in most summer collections of fashion designers. Instead of thin leather laces, designers sometimes use satin or nylon ribbons, such ribbons are tied in a lush bow at the ankle.

Woven sandals with thin straps have also become a hit of the season. The weaves of the straps can be the most bizarre; they can be gathered into braids, plaits or knots.

Wicker sandals are very comfortable for summer holidays and romantic dates.

But in the first case, you should choose sandals with stable heels, especially if you like active recreation. But for dates, woven stiletto sandals are ideal.

Sandals with a strap in the shape of the letter “T” are still relevant. These can be elegant models with a blind toe or open classic sandals.

Gladiators do not lose their relevance either. And if earlier these models were produced mainly with flat soles, now there are many gladiators with heels. Moreover, it can be a low “brick” and an extravagant stiletto heel. But keep in mind that high-heeled gladiators are very provocative shoes, so you shouldn’t wear them with very short shorts and miniskirts. The image will turn out vulgar.

Popular and stylish

Which design is preferable this year?

the presence of a horizontal jumper in the ankle area. It makes the leg more graceful and emphasizes its beauty.
with a closed front is the best purchase for everyday use. They are very comfortable to wear to work, and they also make it easy to feel like you are on a date. At the same time, a pair with stable heels, more than 10 centimeters high, looks chic.

Ugly rubber tops

Summer clogs

Elegance and style

Those who choose varnish and suede textures will look slim. But they will require more careful care, and they need to be treated more carefully and carefully;
For those of us who lead business lives, buying a copy that has two jumpers will be a winner. In this case, the horizontal one is located below the ankle, which avoids the effect of not very long legs.

This season, try to take a closer look at popular, sought-after shades; beige and nude are trending. Knee-length dresses and pencil skirts go perfectly with them. A bag with nude shades is ideal for the created image of an elegant lady. But no one canceled catchy color combinations. Summer awaits such bold, decisive ideas.

A pair made of different materials and textures looks interesting

The tractor sole has not left the fashionable Olympus for several years

Fuchsia shoes Luxury black velvet boots

If you have problem feet, an option with a hidden heel and toe will be the most suitable. In open ones it is not easy to hide calluses, corns, and bulging bones.

Closed-type shoes have a perfect fit and will hide many imperfections.

Materials and decor

The upper part of the sandals is made from traditional materials. A universal solution is leather models. Of course, it is better to make it from natural leather, but you can also purchase models made from modern leather substitutes, since they are cheaper. Why are leather sandals so universal? Because such shoes can be purchased both for regular wear and as a holiday option. Leather is practical and easy to care for.

Suede sandals are very beautiful, especially those made in dark colors. But such models are not nearly as practical as leather ones. They require special care; in addition, dust and other contaminants are very noticeable on the surface of dark suede.

Textile sandals are good because they allow air to pass through well, but they are cheaper than models made of genuine leather or suede.

The purpose of the models depends on the choice of fabric. Casual options are made from cotton fabrics, canvas, and denim. Evening ones - from shiny satin or shimmering velvet. But satin and velvet sandals are models that should only be worn on special occasions; they are too impractical.

The decor of the models depends on the purpose. Everyday models are most often laconic. But there are also options with embroidery, fringe and other types of decoration. Evening sandal models are decorated in more variety. Many girls like models with flowers made of leather or fabric. But the first place in popularity is occupied by evening sandals with rhinestones.

Manufacturing materials

The most common material for making sandals is leather. For cheaper models, its substitutes are used, but such products do not last long. There are several types of leather:

Matte – used for making single-color products in bright, saturated colors.
Lacquered is no less in demand, light and neon colors are especially popular.
Metallic – shades with a pearlescent sheen. The most common colors are silver, gold, beige, white, blue, and brown.
Reptile-like - made from the skin of exotic animals or with imitating embossing. These shoes are a great option for a formal event, but they are not suitable for a business suit.

Products made from suede look impressive, but quickly become dirty; They are great for the office if used as replacement shoes. Sports-style models with low or medium heels are often made of textiles and can be combined with denim. The only disadvantage of textile sandals is their short service life.

Eco-leather is an excellent alternative to traditional natural material. In appearance, it is practically no different from it, but it is cheaper and does not cause allergic reactions, so sandals for children and teenagers are often made from it.

For special occasions, the ideal option is brocade or velvet models in rich burgundy, dark red or purple. They go well with floor-length evening dresses; The strap and nose are richly decorated with rhinestones, embroidery, textile or lace inserts.

Transparent silicone shoes add some spice to the look. These shoes can be worn to the beach or on a romantic walk. As a rule, these models have one thin strap and a minimum of decor.

The sole of summer shoes with an open heel is most often made of cork or jute. The first option is more massive, the second is lighter. Cork can look a little rough, jute can look elegant and feminine.

Suede products are not intended for use in rainy weather. If you want to wear sandals in early autumn, it is better to choose models made from other, more water-resistant materials.

Matte leather

Varnished

Metallized

Reptile effect Suede

Eco leather Velvet Silicone

How to choose?

Before you buy high-heeled sandals, you should evaluate the features of your figure. In addition, girls who have never worn such models should not immediately buy all summer high-heeled shoes. It is better to leave stiletto heels for special occasions, and for everyday looks use sandals with stable low or medium heels.

Try not to buy shoes without trying them on. After all, even a model that is suitable for the length of the insole may turn out to be uncomfortable. It may have a bad fit or the straps will dig into the skin too much. Therefore, before buying, you need to not only try on the sandals, but also walk around the room a little in them. Only if the model seems convenient to you, you can pay for the purchase.

Ladies with wide calves and ankles should avoid sandals with ankle straps, as this detail will focus attention on an unattractive part of the leg. In addition, such a strap visually shortens the legs. This circumstance should be taken into account by girls of short stature.

Models with stiletto heels

The stiletto is without a doubt considered the sexiest heel. Naturally, its height should be 6–10 cm. This season, designers have introduced closed-toe stiletto sandals into fashion. They look no worse than open models and give the girl femininity and attractiveness.

The stiletto is, without a doubt, considered the sexiest heel. This season, designers have introduced closed-toe stiletto sandals into fashion.

They look no worse than open models and give the girl femininity and attractiveness. You should also remember about the dangers of high heels. Regular wear has a negative impact on the spine, after which health problems may arise.

Advantages of stiletto heel models:

the leg visually lengthens and therefore becomes slimmer;
attract the attention of men and awaken desire;
posture is straightened;
gait improves;
business clothes look bright and impressive in combination with stiletto heels.

But you should also remember about the dangers of high heels. Regular wear has a negative impact on the spine, after which health problems may arise. Also, such shoes rub calluses faster, lead to thickening of the skin on the heels, cause pain in the foot area and tension in the calf muscles. Keep in mind that high-heeled shoes are not so easy to wear. Only regular practice will make your gait light and weightless.

To combine the pros and cons of stiletto sandals, wear them not every day or only a few hours a day. Alternate the model with other shoes, and always take replacement shoes with you to work, while driving or for a regular walk.

Such shoes rub calluses faster, lead to thickening of the skin on the heels, cause pain in the foot area and tension in the calf muscles. Keep in mind that high-heeled shoes are not so easy to wear. Only regular practice will make your gait light and weightless. Models with closed toes and stiletto heels favorably emphasize the business style of the owner. In such shoes you can attend a gala event, go to a business dinner and even find boyfriends in a nightclub

By the way, models with closed toes and stiletto heels favorably emphasize the business style of the owner. In such shoes you can attend a gala event, go to a business dinner and even find boyfriends in a nightclub.

Advice! Do not dry your shoes near heating devices, otherwise they will quickly deteriorate and lose their presentable appearance. Ventilate the room well and maintain natural temperature conditions.

What to combine with?

Lovers of heeled sandals know very well that these shoes go well with any summer clothing. You just need to make sure that the light shoes match the style of your ensemble.

Business style

Summer business looks can be complemented with closed heeled sandals. For work, you can choose traditional black sandals or prefer other options in neutral colors. You can combine it with any office clothes, it can be a suit with trousers, a narrow skirt, or a strictly laconic dress.

Examples:

The suit, consisting of a tapered black skirt and a fitted jacket with a peplum, is worn with a sleeveless summer blouse. The blouse is made of snow-white silk with small black polka dots, decorated with a bow tied at the neck. Accessories include white closed sandals with 7 cm high heels and a black and white bag.
A graphite trouser suit, consisting of straight dress pants and a jacket with a single button fastening, will create an elegant ensemble with a pearl gray turtleneck with short sleeves. Let's break up this monochrome ensemble by wearing beige pumps and taking a sand-colored bag.

We wear a formal office dress made of gray fabric with a Windsor check pattern with a beige-pink cropped jacket. For this set, you should wear closed gray sandals with thin low heels and pick up a gray-beige two-tone business bag.

Images for every day

To create everyday summer looks, many fashionistas choose colored sandals. Such bright models perfectly complement clothing sets with regular jeans, light sundresses or comfortable trousers.

Examples:

A light summer short dress in white with a gray-beige diagonal stripe is an excellent choice for a summer walk. Let's pair it with coral sandals with white tractor soles with tread, a dark beige bag and long earrings with coral. The waist can be emphasized with a thin belt in the color of the shoe.
A casual ensemble that's perfect for a walk or shopping: an untucked blue and white plaid shirt will look good paired with jeans and a pale blue denim vest. Accessories include blue wedge heel sandals, a red belt and a blue and red bag.

Let's wear denim shorts with a blue off-the-shoulder A-line blouse. The model is made of blue cotton fabric with a pink and yellow floral print. For the outfit we will choose a cream bolero, pink low-heeled sandals and a yellow handbag.
Snow-white summer trousers and an apple-green peplum blouse will make an excellent summer set. To go with it we choose green sandals with a cone-shaped heel and a soft mint bag.

We wear a light blue light dress with an asymmetrical hem with a short denim jacket. This set is ideally matched with a bright brown leather belt, brown sandals with a glass heel, a cocoa-with-milk bag and a wooden bracelet.
We will combine a long white sundress with a yellow-orange floral print with a beige crocheted openwork bolero pattern. We'll pair the ensemble with yellow heeled sandals and a red-orange bag.

Evening and wedding looks

Heeled sandals can complement evening and wedding looks. If you need to look solemn and strict, then you should choose a plain dress and choose sandals to match it. But it’s worth choosing a contrasting clutch for this look.

When choosing an outfit for an informal event, you can use various combinations of clothes and shoes. Sandals can be chosen to match or based on contrast. Fashionable models made of metallic leather - silver or gold sandals - can be a universal choice. Such evening shoes will look good with a black dress, as well as with any bright outfit.

Many brides complement their wedding dresses with sandals. If the celebration takes place in the summer, then this is the best option for the look. Knee-length or midi-length dresses will look especially good with heeled sandals. And also toilets with an asymmetrical bottom line.

Wedding sandals don't have to be white. Colored models will look attractive if you complement the look with accessories in the color of the shoes.

Examples:

We will wear light wide-leg trousers made of black silk with a black satin top with an American armhole and a lush bow at the neck. We'll pair the set with red stiletto sandals. Additional details include a small cherry-colored clutch, yellow metal bracelets and earrings.
A short cocktail dress in a cornflower blue color paired with silver sandals will look quite harmonious. Additional details include a blue velvet clutch with silver trim and silver jewelry.

Let's choose a snow-white A-line wedding dress with a fluffy knee-length skirt and a lace yoke and blue stiletto sandals. To go with this set we will add a blue belt embroidered with pearls and fears, as well as a blue and white wedding bouquet.

Combination rules

If the shoes are chosen correctly, the ensemble will be harmonious. The same pair of shoes can become part of an office or everyday look. In this case, classic sandals in practical colors will help out. Beige and nude shades are at the peak of popularity. They harmonize with almost all colors and help create a fashionable and laconic look.

Office Style

In a business wardrobe, tapered sandals with medium heels are appropriate. Their color may vary, but designers do not advise experimenting with bright colors if you are not confident in your own sense of style.

In this case, they will be able to complement the office look:

shirt-cut blouse and French-length flared skirt;
7/8-length trousers and loose-fitting chiffon blouson;
pencil skirt + blouse with puff sleeves and bow collar;
plain sheath dress with blazer matching sandals with 3/4 sleeves.

An office ensemble may also include a blouse or wrap dress, a school-type pleated skirt, or a tight-fitting leather skirt just below the knee. If there is no strict dress code, then a denim pencil skirt, knitted cardigans and long sleeves, and skinny trousers can complete the ensemble.

Street style

In your everyday wardrobe you can’t do without denim items, knitted sweaters and sweaters, shirts with floral or geometric prints. You can wear tractor-soled sandals under classic jeans. Boyfriends and torn leggings also harmonize with aggressive shoes.

Sandals with a wide platform look great with outfits made from light and fluffy fabrics. The ensemble can be completed with a tutu skirt or a pleated dress. A short denim or leather jacket can highlight the street style.

Fashionable sandals with transparent elements

The use of soft plastic as a transparent decorative element is popular not only in clothing, but also in shoes. This 2021-2022 fashion trend was very quickly picked up by shoemakers, presenting sandals with transparent inserts in their summer collections.

The straps, part of the toe, if these are sandals with a closed toe, and even the heel can be transparent.

Fashion trends

Today, fashion dictates new rules and trends, so the possibilities for arranging details and elements of an ensemble are expanding. You can safely combine classic-style products with avant-garde shoes. Catchy and original items can be balanced with elegant sandals or mid-heeled shoes. If you want to be the center of attention, then the best choice would be expressive skirts with asymmetrical hems, long dresses with slits, faded jeans, leggings with holes on the hips and knees.

Completion of the ensemble

We found out what to wear with open-back sandals. Now let's talk about the need for accessories. If sandals resemble classic pumps in appearance, then you can’t do without a laconic bag with a minimalist design. Horn-rimmed glasses will emphasize the rigor of your business style. Today it is fashionable to wear such an accessory even if everything is fine with vision. It is enough to get ordinary glasses and pay attention to the shape and design of the frame.

A hobo bag or a small saddle model with a long strap will be a decoration for your everyday ensemble. Clutches and mini handbags are good in combination with stiletto sandals or small but quite elegant heels. Flat sandals are recommended to be worn with shoppers, tote bags, and classic oversized bags made of soft leather.

Backpacks rarely appear next to sandals, unless they are flat models like sandals or aggressively designed shoe pairs with tractor soles. But even in this case, stylists advise wearing a backpack not over your shoulders, but in your hands. Maybe not very practical, but very fashionable.

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#8 Stylish sandals with decor: current summer trends 2020

Sandals with decoration are the best thing you can come up with for a stylish summer look. Absolutely any decor can be placed on the sandals, for example, rhinestones, beads, wooden elements, fur, etc.

In the summer of 2021, models with laces, bows, and unusual voluminous inserts of flowers or butterflies will be popular. Take a closer look at models with fringe. These sandals will add a touch of lightness and spontaneity to your look. They look great with denim shorts and shirts.

Sandals and any open shoes are the best purchase for the summer season. Choose comfortable and stylish models that will fit into your everyday and business looks. We offer you a photo selection of images with sandals, which you can use as a basis for creating your own summer looks.

Closed women's sandals 2021

New for the season, maximally closed models. It would seem that for the summer, this is not the best option, since the legs want to take a break from boots, boots and shoes, but everyone has different tastes, so such models also have a place. Mostly they cover the leg up to the ankle or there is an open toe option.

Outsole options

Closed-toe sandals can have different sole options. The soles are made of leather and polymer materials, they can have different heels, and differ in the presence or absence of a platform.

Hairpin

No matter how much orthopedists talk about the dangers of stiletto heels, fashionistas are unlikely to give up this type of heel. After all, stiletto sandals are beautiful, feminine and sexy. Of course, you should not wear such shoes when going on a long walk. These shoes are not intended for everyday wear.

But for an evening event or a date, closed sandals with high heels are an irreplaceable thing. It is not necessary to wear such shoes with an elegant dress; sandals also look great with casual clothes, for example, jeans.

Closed toe sandals and high stiletto heels are an ideal combination for those fashionistas who would like to visually lengthen their legs. They should choose a nude model.

Column heel

Closed-toe sandals with thick heels are perhaps the best option for girls who do not like low-rise shoes, but do not like stiletto heels. A post-heel in the shape of a cylinder, truncated cone or rectangle provides a large area of support, so you don’t have to balance in such shoes, as when walking in stiletto heels.

Models in which the heel is combined with a platform are especially convenient. The presence of a platform under the toes allows the foot to be in a more natural position, so the feet in such shoes get less tired.

Closed-toe sandals with thick heels look great with any casual outfit. Some models of such shoes can be worn with evening dresses.

Platform

Closed-toe platform sandals are at the peak of popularity. The platform can be solid or with a dedicated heel. Fashionistas especially like sandals with tractor soles; such a sole has a pronounced relief, so the shoes look original.

Sandals with tractor soles look good in everyday ensembles with jeans, as well as dresses and skirts of a laconic cut.

Wedge heel

Girls who would like to appear taller do not necessarily have to wear heels. They can choose sandals with a closed toe and wedge heel. This is a variant of a solid sole, the thickness of which increases towards the heel. In this case, the support area is large, so wearing comfort increases.

The disadvantage of wedge heels is that such shoes look a bit rough. But it fits well into everyday street looks.

Low stroke

Many fashionistas prefer to wear the most comfortable shoe options in everyday life. Therefore, closed-toe sandals without heels are suitable for them. This can be an option with flat soles, however, in such models the legs are often no less tired than in stiletto sandals.

Low-heeled sandals are much more comfortable to wear. A square heel 2-3 cm high, according to orthopedists, is the most physiological. This slight heel lift does not put stress on the spine and ankle joints, but it also does not contribute to the development of flat feet, unlike flat-soled shoes.

But it is the square low heel that is comfortable. But a low heel like a glass is considered very uncomfortable to wear. But sandals with this type of heel are popular. They are often chosen by tall girls who like elegant and sexy shoes, but avoid wearing high heels. Closed sandals are a good choice for a party. But if you choose a laconic model, then this model can be worn to the office if you do not have to spend most of your working time on your feet.

Materials

Every year, extraordinary shoe models made from first-class materials of the highest standard are presented on the catwalks. Cattle leather is widely used, which is distinguished by its smoothness, strength, durability and resistance to mechanical stress and deformation. Exquisite open-toe leather products serve a long time and reliably, performing decorative and protective functions. Suede footwear, pleasant to the touch, soft, elastic and very attractive, is no less in demand. In such shoes you do not feel tired, there is no discomfort or irritation.

Fashionable sandals with floral print

It is also worth highlighting the extremely beautiful summer sandals 2021-2022 with a floral print, presented in the form of bright embroidery on suede models.

A similar method of decoration is typical for sandals with a closed heel and thick heels. Contrasting embroidery adds personality to the sandals and looks simply chic.

Varieties

Shoe brands delight fans with a variety of solutions for every occasion. Sandals can be casual, evening and even business. The presence of a closed toe allows such shoes even in a strict office outfit. Among the most popular models of sandals:

low heels - a practical solution for every day. This season, designers are offering stable heels that are predominantly square in shape. In such a pair of shoes you can walk for many kilometers without your feet becoming damaged. It is not surprising that such variations are chosen by mothers with babies, lovers of casual style, and travelers;

on a wedge - this is a more sophisticated option, which emphasizes the grace of the instep and the relief of the calves. Wedge sandals will help you out at a party or on a date with your beloved man. The wedge heel can be contrasting or to match the upper part. Shoe manufacturers are increasingly using wedges as an additional decorative element, applying designs to them or decorating them with three-dimensional elements;

flat soles – those fashionistas who prefer maximum comfort in everyday life and spend a lot of time on their feet will dare to wear sandals without heels. In appearance, these pairs of shoes resemble ordinary sandals. Moreover, this season designers surprise fashionistas with frankly “childish” models with a rounded toe and an ankle strap. Sandals, as if from the Soviet past, can complement a retro look or fusion style. They are also loved by fashionistas who do not tolerate banalities in their wardrobe;

stiletto heels - a high thin heel, an elegant last, a glossy shine of the leather - only a femme fatale can appear in such sandals. For an evening out, a stiletto heel is indispensable, but in your everyday wardrobe you need to be more careful with it - doctors recommend wearing a heel within 5-7 cm;

on the platform - the platform competes with might and main with the wedge heel, but each option has its own advantages. This season, the platform is increasingly appearing in models of a frankly informal nature. Tractor soles, ribbons and straps with metallic decor – this pair of shoes can be worn not only on the street, but also at a themed party. The platform adds height, but if used incorrectly, it can make your gait heavier. A platform in combination with a heel is preferable if your height is short and your legs look massive.

About fashionable flip-flop sandals 2021

As you can see, sandals with flat soles are very popular and have occupied a leading position for a long time. So one of the varieties of such shoes are flip-flops. The stereotype is that you can only wear it to the beach or to the sauna. Today this model has been transformed into full-fledged sandals. It is available in the collections of many brands.

Beach “walkers”, which took their place in the ranks of complete and fashionable shoes

Of course, you can diversify them only with decor and colors. The color scheme is very laconic. Flip-flops in black, white, silver, blue, blue and yellow will be fashionable. These shoes look original with transparent elements.

The classic style has a fastener that has a clasp at the ankle. Of course, options with metal decor, various fasteners, buttons, rivets and so on look fashionable. These shoes are simply wonderful, but you need to remember that you should take into account the format in which the event for which the image is being created will take place, for example, this type of shoe cannot be worn to the theater.