With temperatures rising into the 90s in New York next week, it’s safe to say summer has arrived (with a bang!) And, as the days get warmer, many of us will be dealing with the inevitable struggle of how to look chic without suffering from heat stroke. Well, we’ve got the solution—it lies in the right pair of shoes.
A fabulous pair of shoes can make the most casual (and lightweight!) summer outfit feel polished. So go ahead and throw on your breeziest dress or shortest pairs of shorts, we’ve got you covered with the 5 essential shoes you need this summer.
1. Mules
Wear with mini + midi dresses
2. Block Heel Pumps
Wear with cropped pants + mini skirts
3. Espadrilles
Wear with jeans + shorts
4. Flat Slides
Wear with maxi dresses + wide leg pants
5. Classic Sneakers
Wear with jumpsuits + rompers
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