Planning a vacation is tough. Once you've finally figured out which dreamy location [1] you're heading to and where you're going to stay [2], you have to then take the time to plan out which outfits you're going to pack [3]. Now, factor in figuring out which shoes you also have to take with you, and I'm sure your stress level has gone from zero to 100.
To ease your packing woes, we've turned to our favorite street style stars to get a much-needed dose of shoe inspiration or "shoe-spiration," as we like to call it. From a pair of travel-friendly sneakers [4] to fancy heels that are perfect for a night out, we're counting down the six styles of shoes you need to take on vacation [5]. Read on to see what styles you shouldn't travel without [6], and shop some of our favorite selections, too.
Poolside Flip-Flops
Casual Flats
Colorful Sandals
Fancy Heels
Comfortable Sneakers
Practical Wedges
Tory Burch Pearlescent Flat Flip Flop
These Tory Burch Pearlescent Flat Flip Flop [8] ($58) feature crystal embellishments.
Kate Spade Fiorina Floral Flip-Flops
How cute are these Kate Spade Fiorina Floral Flip-Flops [9] ($78)?
Gucci Marmont Leather Sandals
Think of these Gucci Marmont Logo-Embellished Leather Sandals [10] ($495) as a fancier version of your flip-flops.
See by Chloe Espadrille Wedges
You'll be able to walk in these See by Chloe Espadrille Wedge Sandals [11] ($255) all day long.
Castaner Carina Canvas Wedge Espadrilles
Tie these Castaner Carina Canvas Wedge Espadrilles [12] ($120) any way you want to show off your style.
Ancient Greek Braided Sandals
These simple Ancient Greek Sandals Eleftheria Braided Leather Sandals [13] ($250) will easily become your go-to shoes.
Fila Disruptor 2 Lux Leather Sneakers
Give the dad trend a try with these Fila Disruptor 2 Lux Leather Sneakers [14] ($120).
Golden Goose Star Low-Top Trainers
Keep it casual while you're exploring in these Golden Goose Star Low-Top Trainers [15] ($322).
Aquazzura Chateau Sandals
Jazz up your simple LBD with these Aquazzura Chateau Crystal-Embellished Metallic Leather Sandals [16] ($1,295).
Schutz Jaffy Heel
For a neutral style that will match everything, slip into these Schutz Jaffy Heels [17] ($117, originally $195).
Alexander White Nieves Silver Mule
Dance the night away in these Alexander White Nieves Silver Mules [18] ($460).
Vince Camuto Balisa Pompom Lace-Up Sandal
Add a pop of color to your look with these Vince Camuto Balisa Pompom Lace-Up Sandals [19] ($60 originally $110).