The wedge is poised to become a really cool piece this summer. It’s versatile and chic and not to mention sooo comfy. This season’s styles are improved with sexy ankle straps and a little platform. You can easily accessorize with a casual-chic outfit and it’s also a good option for going to the office.

There are heaps of affordable styles and I found tons of cool wedges at Aldo and Nine West. I’ve also browsed through The Outnet and found some incredibly chic sandals in brown honey tones, just perfect for summer :)

Nudes

1. Alexander McQueen 2. Alberta Ferretti 3. Anna Sui 4. Anna Sui 5. Chloe 6. Anna Sui

We are already accustomed to try out some clear and pure pallets for spring and summer, however designers cannot stop surprising us every season with cool add-ons. Stones and studs seem to be on our lists this season so forget all about dull and boring shoes. Nudes and gold tones have hit the runways and they are addorned and shinny. You can wear these options with intense brights or blacks.

Black and Metallics

1. Dolce & Gabbana 2,3. Alexander McQueen 4.Dolce & Gabbana 5. Alexander McQueen

Cutting edge heels, lace and platforms are just some of the styles that make a note-worthy spring look. I’ve picked these unique styles from Dolce & Gabbana and Alexander McQueen S/S RTW Collections because they really are stunning. I love the all black embellishments and the soft golden straps. Mixed materials were cool last season but they are more dramatic now, so be careful not to push this trend too far on real life style. However,  you could go for a peep toe shinny ankle boot to get the hottest look when you’re having a night out.

Deep Reds

1. Dolce & Gabbana 2. Fendi 3. Louis Vuitton 4. 3.1 Phillip Lim 5. Chloe

Brights are a hit color for shoes this season and lots of designers have tried these intense shades. Even if they mixed them with metallics or other shades and materials, this style is poised to become famous. I love the charming Louis Vuitton shoes and I’ve even found a cheaper version at BEBE (actually they have lots of other runway inspired options). Wear intense colors with pastels and coordinating nail polish or accessories.

Statement Shoes

1. Anna Sui 2. Narciso Rodriguez 3. Donna Kakan 4. Dries Van Noten 5. Tuleh 6. Dries Van Noten

Floral detailing  and mettalic marbles, T-bars, ankle straps or even zippers have dazzled the runway collections for S/S 2009. You can easily match these options with simple T-shirts or casual jeans because they are already accessorized! I particularly love the Dries Van Noten shoes beacuse they bring metallics to the table and they are cool when going out .

1. Anna Sui 2. Narciso Rodriguez 3. Donna Kakan 4. Dries Van Noten 5. Tuleh 6. Dries Van Noten

Heels and sandals have gone crazy this season.  I’ve found this 2 gorgeous sandals on SteveMadden and Bebe and I absolutely love the heels and the way they are crafted. Look for stange shaped wedges or glamorous heels because they are really must-haves this summer.

This season is the most challenging for shoes and I know that we all love that :)

Anyway, you should know that the season’s favourite are the ballet flats.

 You can wear them in different colors and patterns (animal print, stripes) and materials (leather, patent leather, satin, suede).