With the Spring Summer 2014 season now here, we take a look at the fashion footwear trends that will be taking the UK by storm this season…
Womens Spring Summer Footwear Trends
1) Fashion Flats
Flats are back in a big way this Spring Summer!
The tried and trusted Gladiator style will be popular once again and can always be relied on to ensure you look good in the sun! For 2014 why not try a more edgy flatform Gladiator to add that extra touch of glam.
Metallics are a must-have look for summer and with metallic smoking slippers, you can go from day to night effortlessly. Create any look by combining them with jeans, skirts, dresses and even dress pants!
2) Hi Heels
As always a pair of high heels is a must for your wardrobe. Whether its stilettos, wedges or block heels they will never go out of fashion. This season the big emphasis is on pastel shades, chunky platform soles and glitter embellishments for that added glam!
3) Canvas
A staple of any wardrobe is always the ladies canvas shoe. Super versatile and super comfy you can always count on your trusty pair of canvas footwear. Whether it’s a Converse All Star Hi, a chunky soled flat or the summer essential espadrille, you have a style for every occasion!
A big hit this summer will be the colourful plimsolls which give the added bonus of super comfort!
Mens Spring Summer 2014 Trends
1) The Loafer
The loafer has withstood the test of time as its suitable for a wide variety of occasions and able to adapt to multiple looks. Whether you wear your loafers to the office or to smarten up your weekend look the men’s loafer won’t let you down. This season it’s all about the tassel loafer, it’s making a comeback in a big way so if you’re looking for a new pair this is the way to go.
2) The Brogue
The brogue has become the Men’s staple style for SS14. With an ever growing range of styles, colours and materials the brogue can be worn with pretty much anything. Dress it up with a suite or play things cooler with your favourite pair of jeans the world’s your oyster! Big for 2014 is the men’s suede brogues and the two tone brogue as they give you a slightly more relaxed look to a formal style.
3) The Espadrille
The number one summer shoe is undoubtedly the espadrille. For Spring Summer 2014 the espadrille is going upmarket using premium materials such as suede, woven cotton and high-quality canvas.
With a more premium men’s espadrille it means you can wear them with pretty much anything. Team your espadrilles with shorts and a t-shirt for the beach or with chinos and a button-down shirt in the evening. A holiday essential that is perfect for looking and feeling cool in the sun!
Trainers
Also, don’t forget the good old fashioned trainer! The ultimate in unisex fashion, the trainer will always be a firm favourite in the fashion world. Whether it’s an iconic Adidas Original, an Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 or the obligatory Converse Hi Top if you pick the right brand you can’t go wrong!
