Practical and pretty – that’s how you could describe the shoes you’re going to be seeing everywhere this spring.
Slip-on flats and supportive trainers are ideal for everyday wear, and even SS23’s trendiest heels are mid-height and sturdy – no tottering required.
These are five key catwalk trends to know about, as we head into the new season…
Given the never-ending Noughties renaissance, it was only a matter of time before ballet pumps pirouetted back into fashion.
Sure enough, the round-toed flats adored by style icons Kate Moss, Alexa Chung and Amy Winehouse in the early to mid-2000s are back on the catwalks.
It started at Miu Miu AW23, with Todd’s, Simone Rocha and Balenciaga following suit for spring.
Accessorize Quilted Bow Ballerina Flats Nude, £22
A step up from ballet flats, patent Mary Jane heels are another Noughties favourite making a comeback, as decreed by Coach, Emilia Wickstead, Prada and more.
Remember how Carrie Bradshaw cooed over the stiletto-heeled Manolo Blahnik Mary Janes in the Vogue fashion closet in Sex And The City?
Office Max Out Mary Jane Platform Courts Black Patent, £54.99
Models at The Row, Bottega Veneta and Gabriela Hearst sashayed down the runway in woven sandals and flatforms in black, white and metallic leather.
Oliver Bonas Fisherman Silver Leather Sandals, £69.50
On the sportswear scene, trendsetters are moving away from ubiquitous all-white trainers and embracing ‘gorpcore’ designs intended for trail running and hiking.
Adidas Ultraboost Light Shoes Cloud White/Core Black/Solar Red, £170
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Tu Cream Mock Croc Chain Detail Mule Loafers, £17