Calling all my shoe-loving ladies out there! It’s that time of year again!
For the past two years, I’ve enjoyed putting together a roundup of my favorite shoes available for us to choose from for the Spring and Summer season. The way it goes is … I purchase the ones that have caught my eye, try ’em out and share my honest review with y’all so you can decide which ones you want to try for yourself!
I’ll tell you some thoughts about each one and then I’ll give it a rating between 1-5.
1 = do not buy! warning, warning!
5 = obsessed! you need them in your closet!
I’m so excited about this year’s roundup so I hope you find a pair that fit your fancy!
Here we go!
Tory Burch ‘Logan’ Embellished Slides
I was attracted to these slides because I felt like they have an elevated elegance about them, making them appropriate to wear to nice events without wearing heels. This is especially important for me after my knee surgery. I have a few events coming up where I thought, depending on my recovery, I might need something flat that is also appropriate for a ‘nice’ event. However, I was a little intimidated by these because I have narrow feet so I thought they would surely overwhelm them and look kind of silly but, honestly, I’m pretty taken with them. They aren’t as intense as I thought they might be and are really secure on my feet. I haven’t worn them too much yet only because the bottoms are very smooth and need some scuffing to add traction. With my knee being a little unstable, they’re not the best for me to wear right now but, I will be packing them for Italy to give y’all some good outfit inspiration! These run true to size.
SALE ALERT | These are currently on sale with code EVENT18!
Rating: 5/5
Find them here
Birkenstock ‘Arizona’ Soft Footbed Sandals
If you follow me on Instagram Stories, you might remember that, while shopping online, I asked if I should give Birkenstocks a try! They haven’t ever appealed to me, per se, but there are so many styles out there right now that it’s hard to ignore the fact that Birk’s are BACK! I received so many positive messages about this shoe and it, honestly, got me really excited to give them a try!
So … did I like them?
Yes! They’re like a bear hug for your feet. They’re so comfortably snug when they’re on despite appearing a bit wide. Once you adjust the straps, these shoes are an easy throw on for your Spring and Summer errands or pool / beach days! They’re also not as stiff as I thought they would be and I’m obsessed with the rose gold color that I got! Overall, I really, really like them!
Typically, I wear a 36.5 / 6.5 and went with a 37 with these and they fit perfectly. So, go one half size up from your normal!
Rating: 5/5
Find them here
Tory Burch Minnie Flats
If I could choose a ride-or-die pair of shoes, these would with-a-doubt be in my top three. Not only do these shoes come in any and every color you can think of, but they are seriously the most comfortable pair of flats that are PERFECT for travel. I have them in the Black, French Grey, and Retro Pink colors and recently replaced my Light Oak pair with their newest beige shade, Goan Sand. Personally, the Goan Sand is a much prettier and neutral shade than the Light Oak so I’m really, really excited about these newbies.
You can see some of the ways I’ve styled them below. The first photo is from 2015 and the next is from last year in Venice.
And these are some never before shared photos from my time in Paris with Victoria last October. The morning light was so dreamy on our walk back to our AirBNB, we could help but snap some photos. I had brought my French Gray Minnie’s with me and, while they don’t go perfectly with this outfit, I proves that they are my go to when I just want to pop a pair of shoes on that are super comfortable.
They’re super pliable and easy to fold up and throw in your bag if you have to wear heels for awhile to an event.
All in all, I love these shoes. They do stretch a little bit over time, but I always purchase my normal size.
SALE ALERT | These styles of the Minnie are currently on sale with code EVENT18!
Rating: 5/5
Find them here
Vans Classic Suede Slip On
I purchased these slides back in January. I wanted a classic style slip on that would be an easy throw on and go with almost every outfit. I wanted a light gray color and these were what I ended up finding. These have become a favorite pair of shoes of mine. I kind of felt like they aren’t really ‘cute’ but, when you put them on, I reconsider. I think they’re super cute on and they kind of give you a fun little sporty look … and, for me, I’m cool with that because I’m not really all that sporty so I’ll let my shoes make people think I am 😉 The only critique I have is that they are a tiny bit hard to get into because the material of the shoe is a little stiff. Thankfully, they don’t rub against the back of my heel or top of my foot so I’m going to take a little bit off the rating but not much! These run true to size.
These are sold out in a few sizes at this link, but can also be found here and here.
Rating: 4/5
Tory Burch ‘Max’ Slip-On Sneakers
Okay, guys. THESE. ARE. AMAZING. They feel like pillows on your feet! I cannot wait to bring these on my trip because I know they’re going to be a new favorite travel companion. They’re made of soft leather and have solid rubber soles, making them great for fighting off water. I love, love, love these!
They run true to size!
Rating: 5/5
Find them here!
Chloe Suede ‘D’Orsay’ Espadrille Wedges
I purchased these wedges in cognac and blue last year. Remember this post? I am utterly obsessed with the aesthetic of them. I love the double wrap ankle strap and scallop detail. I love that they’re suede. The wedge might be a little too high. Honestly, I do trip in them a bit so I have to knock off a little bit of the rating but, otherwise, I love them. Quality-wise, you’re paying for a very well-made shoe and this color is super neutral so they’ll go with a lot! I went a half size up from my normal size because they run a bit small.
Rating: 4/5
Find them here and here
Tory Burch ‘Miller’ Flip Flops
These are another staple shoe in my collection. They are a little expensive for what you see but I believe the price you pay is worth it in the long run because of how much wear you will get out of them and how well they’re made. I have them in two colors, the Sand Patent and Makeup, and wear them quite a bit in living in Florida. These run true to size and do take a little breaking in just because the logo on the top of your foot needs to assimilate a little. Thankfully, it doesn’t take but a week or so.
Rating: 5/5
Find them here
Valentino ‘Rockstud’ T-Strap Sandals
Okay, so these are a splurge. I’ll go ahead and call that out first thing. So, I’ll take a bit off the rating for that because, even though I do splurge from time to time, no one likes spending a TON on a pair of shoes. However, I will say the Valentino sandals I have splurged on not only hold up after a lot of wear but they are really, really comfortable! These are no exception. I love the lavender gray color of these and am looking forward to styling these at some fun events I have coming up! Hopefully my knee will be feeling better by then! 🙂
Go a half size up from your normal size because they run a tiny bit small!
Rating: 4/5
Find them here
Ted Baker ‘Vylett’ Bow Heels
At first glance, I thought these looked really, really cute for a special occasion or event. And, while I do still think they’re cute, I don’t think they’re a pair I’ll keep. Personally, I wish the heel was a little bit higher. In the photos, you’ll see that they’re a bit big on me. I purchased the wrong size. I wear a 6.5 and I purchased a 7. The product page says they run small so go one half size down from your normal. Due to the sizing issue, I didn’t get a chance to wear these around to give you an idea of comfort but, if this heel size works for you and your height, I think they’re great! I just don’t know how often I’d wear them. They just personally didn’t work for me!
Rating: 3/5
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Leith ‘Stunner’ Pearl Slide Sandals
I wish I had gotten these shoes out to you sooner! They are so stinkin cute, so easy to throw on and add a fun pop to any outfit! Unfortunately, they’re sold out in pink but they do have a black pair with pearls that are really chic! They run true to size.
Rating: 5/5
Find them here
Jeffrey Campbell ‘Selena’ Braided Sandals
I. am. obsessed. with. these!
I randomly found these while perusing Free People’s website and they were exactly what I was looking for but didn’t realize I wanted for my upcoming trip. It’s going to be HOT where I’m going and I wanted something really simple and easy to pair with my lightweight dresses. These are so cute and flattering on my foot and I just think they’re a great, more dressed up option to grab when you’re not feeling flip flops! These come in a couple of colors and I am wearing my normal size.
Rating: 5/5
Find them here!
Soludos ‘Ciao Bella’ Smoking Slippers
I recently picked these up and they came in during my recovery. I tried them on over the weekend and wore them to the grocery store. They run true to size and are, obviously, adorable but, one of them rubbed on the back of my heel and caused a tiny blister. I’m going to shave that part of the shoe down to see if that helps and also use a hair dryer to stretch it out. So, I haven’t given up on them yet but just know … if you love these, you may have to wear them in for awhile before they’re comfortable!
SALE ALERT | These shoes are currently on sale with code EVENT18!
Rating: 3/5
Find them here
Jeffrey Campbell ‘Besante’ Wedges
So, I’ve been a fan of Jeffrey Campbell wedges for a few years now. If you’ve followed me for awhile, you know I’ve styled the similar Jeffrey Campbell style, the Rodillo-Hi Wedges, countless times. Remember this post from 2o15? They didn’t bring that style back this year and introduced this new Besante pair instead. I love the refreshed style. It’s very clean and ladylike. I think it fits true to size and are very easy and comfortable to walk in. However, I will say that the zipper on the back of them are hard to unzip. It takes me sitting down and getting it situated just right. So, that’s a bit annoying but, otherwise, I love them!
Rating: 4/5
Find them here
Kristin Cavallari ‘Leeds’ Peep-Toe Booties
Rating: 4/5
Find them here!
Steve Madden ‘Polite’ Embellished Pearl Slides
You can find them here!
Jeffrey Campbell ‘Despoina’ Sandals
Ancient Greek Sandals ‘Taygete’ Velvet Bow Slides
BP. Ace Slide Sandal
How cute are these little slides? They kind of remind me of the bow slides that I bought and reviewed last year! These are just an easy throw on for less than $30! I think they’d be great for pool days. The material seems to be water resistant. The product page recommends you go up to the next whole size if you wear a half size, which I normally do, but I went down because I feel like these kind of slides have a way of overwhelming my narrow foot. They might be a little small – as you can kind of see from my toes in the photos – but I’m not really wearing these to impress so it doesn’t really bother me. It’s only slight.
Rating: 4/5
Tory Burch Colorblock Espadrilles
Also, the Shopbop sale is underway and they’re finally sharing it publicly … yesterday it was an early access sale day so they kept it hush hush! So, get started on your shopping if you haven’t already because today, things will start selling out! xo.
