There’s been much ado about toe-forward shoes lately. What began with a resurgance of the Tabi has now heralded a wave of weird footwear – from garden clogs to CHANEL’s barely-there sandals from its Cruise 26 show (and later donned by Margaret Qualley for her aptly name Dogstars premiere).
But while the toe-experimental remain at the fore, there are still plenty of footwear freaks wanting to remain a little more covered up. And we’ve always been of the firm belief that just because warmer weather is upon us, it doesn’t mean we all need to surrender to the open-toe. There’s an assumption that spring and summer automatically call for strappy sandals and heeled thongs, but that’s not always the case – nor should it be. Some of us are still feeling a little foot-shy (no shame), and others simply aren’t ready to let our toe-ish freak flag fly just yet.
Enter: the closed-toe shoe. Practical, polished, and – when styled right – just as breezy and season-appropriate as any sandal. From the classic ballet flat to a chic Mary Jane, or even a crochet style for those who dare to bare a little more skin, the closed-toe option is also having a serious moment. And let’s not forget the timelessness of a loafer with a linen set or a mule with a trouser or mini skirt.
1/4 Left: Bottega Veneta F24. Right: Calvin Klein F26.
Sometimes there’s nothing more elegant, more composed, than the right closed-toe shoe at the right summer soiree. Whether it’s a garden party, a gallery opening, or an impromptu wine night with friends, this kind of footwear brings a certain grounding energy — and thankfully, doesn’t require a pedicure appointment.
As the temperature rises and our calendars fill up, you can rest assured that our spring summer style round-ups have you covered. So, whether you’re team sandal or still seeking cover, scroll on for our curated edit of the best closed-toe shoes to wear all spring and summer long.
Bottega Veneta Burgundy Rosa Ballerina Flats
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