The Ultimate Guide to Spring's Biggest Shoe Trends

Dubbed the "dental floss" sandals, these straps are thin and slightly minimalist, giving us early aughts vibes. With walkable heels, bright colors, and even in flat silhouettes, these iterations will pair well with all the Spring dresses we're dying to wear.

Tibi Gavin Sandals ($425)

Rebecca Minkoff Apolline Strappy Sandals ($158)

Schutz Boyet Strappy Sandals ($99)

Vince Beaumont Sandals ($295)

Jacquemus Les Sandales Olbia Sandal ($885)

Rejina Pyo Zoe Heel Sandals ($545)

Maryam Nassir Zadeh Maribel Sandals ($522)

Snake, leopard, zebra — no wild print is off limits. From head to toe, these patterns are taking over, but we love them most on shoes for their versatility and ability to perk up any outfit.

H&M Pumps ($34)

Isabel Marant Fezzy Convertible Loafers ($695)

Zara Animal Print Leather Mules ($60)

Louise et Cie Claire Genuine Calf Hair Ankle Strap Flat ($120)

GANNI Croc-Effect Leather Ankle Boots ($475)

Tibi Jude Booties ($650)

Easy to wear, we'll be having a full-blown love affair with our pool slides, thanks to the many designer versions to choose from. With embellishments, embossing, bright hues, and luxe-looking details, these sandals might have started as a "pool slide" trend, but we're wearing them everywhere else, too.

Freda Salvador Iris Strappy Sandals ($295)

Melissa Beach 3DB Rain Slides ($85)

Polly Plume Lola Knot Slides ($341)

Jeffrey Campbell Lynx Slides ($65)

Birkenstock 'Arizona' White Birko-Flor Sandal ($100)

Miu Miu Crystal-Embellished Satin Slides ($890)

With the ease of a slide-on sandal, but the appeal of a more polished pump, these are the have-your-cake-and-eat-it-too of footwear. We're looking to fresh patterns, added embellishments, and beyond for a shoe we can wear work to weekend.

Aquazzura Mondaine Mule Flats ($650)

Something Navy Portia Buckle Mule ($90)

Cult Gaia Alia leather mules ($320)

Proenza Schouler Tie Woven Mules ($965)

Zara Heeled Leather Mules ($70)

Alexander Wang Su MuleS ($650)

Staud Gina Mule ($250)

When the weather warms and we ditch our socks, what better than to help show off our bare legs than a sexy ankle strap? These shoes add a playful, sultry touch to just about everything, from workwear to your cocktail dresses.

H&M Sandals ($39)

3.1 Phillip Lim Drum 70mm Crochet Sandals ($450)

Loeffler Randall Leia Ankle Wrap Low Sandals ($350)

Tibi Scott Sandals ($495)

Leandra Medine Caged Heeled Sandals ($575)

Zimmermann Flatform Wrap Espadrilles ($495)

PVC, sheer mesh, and otherwise see-through finishes have been added to sandals, flats, heels, and platforms putting a fresh spin on all of our favorite Spring shoe styles. Add them to jeans for a fun juxtaposition, or embrace the leg-lengthening effect when you add them to a flirty dress.

Jeffrey Campbell Acetate Wedge Slides ($125)

Alexander Wang Alix Mesh and Suede Slingback Pumps ($595)

Diane von Furstenberg Brittany 2 Slides ($198)

Zara High Heeled Vinyl Mule ($60)

See by Chloe Amy Lace Up Jelly Sandals ($125)

Alexandre Birman Wavee Vinyl Kitten Pumps ($625)

White finishes have been favored for seasons now on boots and pumps, but they're not going anywhere this Spring. The bright white hue gives flat sandals, block heels, glove pumps, and everything in between a newness that pops with all our Spring looks.

Mansur Gavriel Leather Slingback Pumps ($475)

H&M Ankle Boots ($50)

Mari Giudicelli Loren Ballerina Pumps ($439)

SENSO Suki Strappy Sandals ($185)

Jeffrey Campbell Harlowe Strappy Sandals ($110)

Miista Taissa Block Heel Pumps ($265)

From cushy platforms and flatforms, sneakers with the thickest soles are in the limelight. Whether they have a slightly early aughts feel or a more contemporary "dad sneaker" bod, it's all about a sneaker that's got some real kick, so skip the subtlety this season.

Brandblack Saga Mesh-Paneled Leather Sneakers ($275)

H&M Platform Sneakers ($35)

Stella McCartney Eclypse Faux Leather, Faux Suede and Neoprene Sneakers ($685)

SeaVees Legend Platform Sneaker ($97)

Zara White Thick Soled Sneakers ($90)

MSGM Floating Sneakers ($435)

Nike Air Max 95 Suede, Mesh and Leather Sneakers ($160)