Fashionable footwear trends for spring/summer 2017

Footwear is the wardrobe item by which any modern person is judged, so it is important that it is not only well-maintained but also fashionable. What will be relevant in spring-summer 2017, and how to choose a fashionable yet comfortable accessory to stay in the trend?

Ankle boots

For spring, designers suggest choosing lace-up ankle boots on a square, angled, or uniquely shaped heel. Lady Gaga has been seen in such footwear on numerous occasions, and now it is available to ordinary women as well.

Slip-ons, sneakers, and loafers also remain in trend. Loafers and slip-ons are suitable for summer too.

Flip-flops and sandals

During the summer period, fashionistas can opt for sandals on a thin or square heel with a metal buckle or a zip on the back. Those who prefer a flat sole can purchase flip-flops. In summer 2017, such footwear with an abundance of decorative elements is in trend. It should be bright and comfortable.

Footwear colours

In summer and spring 2017, everything bright is in fashion; the colour should draw the eye to the footwear and make one examine it closely in minute detail. Thus, the following colours will be relevant:

• ·         lilac;
• ·         metallic;
• ·         blue;
• ·         bright yellow;
• ·         sky blue;
• ·         lime green;
• ·         orange
• ·         green;
• ·         raspberry.

Classic tones are also holding their ground: black, grey, white, beige, brown, which is particularly relevant for men's items.

Also, in this season, colour combinations are in fashion, even quite whimsical ones, for example, yellow with raspberry, lime green with lilac, brown with blue.

Decoration

Women's footwear for spring-summer 2017 can be adorned with floral, botanical, or geometric prints, made from regular leather, leather of various reptiles, or simply realistically imitating it.

Footwear is also complemented by various decorative elements: beads, stones, lacing, metal elements, or figurines of birds, butterflies, and other insects.

Embroidery

Particular attention should be paid to embroidery, as it is currently more relevant than ever before, and this applies not only to footwear but also to other wardrobe items.

Ethnic motifs are the most popular – patterns and images characteristic of various cultures, which may carry some hidden meaning.

Embroidery in the form of insects, plants, animals, skulls, geometric shapes, or simply abstract drawings is also in fashion.

Embroidery should be clearly visible on the surface of the item; for this purpose, bright contrasting threads are used, allowing the creation of colourful, eye-catching designs.

Heel size and shape

As for the heel, women have a very extensive choice; thus, the fairer sex can choose footwear with:

• ·         a flat sole;
• ·         a traditional stiletto;
• ·         a square heel;
• ·         a platform;
• ·         a wedge heel;
• ·         a heel of an original, futuristic shape.

The heel can be adorned with various decorative elements.

The abundance of options allows purchasing footwear to suit any taste and individual foot characteristics.

Toe shape

In the spring-summer 2017 season, the pointed toe has returned to fashion, which can be observed in women's footwear collections from renowned couturiers with a global reputation. Most designers offer items with a very sharp toe without rounding.

At the same time, rounding in the toe area is not losing its position; it can be blunt or elongated.

As can be seen, in this season, numerous leading couturiers of the world offer fashionistas a huge choice of footwear for any taste and budget, allowing one to select the most suitable option for a particular occasion.