Let’s be honest—our shoe collection kind of is our personality. One minute we’re all about soft pastels and calm vibes, the next we’re feeling edgy and extra with mesh flats. It’s called balance, right?
Whether you’re dressing up for rooftop drinks or just want to feel like the best-dressed girl at the grocery store, these four shoe styles for 2025 are giving main character energy all season long.
Here’s your cheat sheet to stepping up—literally and fashionably.
1. Pastel Power: Soft Girl Summer Never Ends
Soft blues, dusty pinks, creamy whites—pastels are basically a love language.
Obsessed with:
Prada’s Brushed Leather Slingback Pumps (Hello, elegance!)
Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue Sliders (Soft girl meets comfort queen)
Why we love them:
They go with everything. Seriously—white jeans, flowy dresses, even denim-on-denim. They give off the vibe of someone who always remembers to water their plants and makes aesthetic oat milk lattes.
Style tip: Pastels pair well with light neutrals, breezy fabrics, and gold accessories for that clean-girl aesthetic.
2. Kitten Heels, Big Main Character Mood
Let’s take a moment for the tiny heel that’s having a massive moment. Kitten heels are cute, comfy, and lowkey powerful.
Our faves:
Miu Miu Patent Slingbacks with Buckles (Glossy and grown)
Valentino Rockstud Caged Pumps (If Barbie had a boardroom)
Why we’re into them:
They give you that little lift without the drama of sky-high stilettos. They’re made for running errands with grace or heading from office to dinner without changing shoes in an Uber.
Style tip: Throw them on with wide-leg trousers, a midi skirt, or even jeans with a blazer. Instant polish.
3. Raffia Vibes = Natural but Make It Fashion
Raffia is the shoe equivalent of a vacation out-of-office email. Easy. Breezy. And a little bit bougie.
The summer MVPs:
Valentino’s Cherryfic Pattern Raffia Wedges (Your feet deserve this moment)
Jimmy Choo’s Chara Mules (Raffia + glam = yes please)
Why they’re trending:
They’re giving coastal chic meets Sunday brunch. The kind of shoes you wear when you know you’ll end up on someone’s IG story.
Style tip: Pair with your go-to white dress, a woven tote, and a killer pair of sunglasses. Add a spritz of citrus perfume and you’re the whole vibe.
4. Mesh Flats = See-Through, but Subtle
The cool girl’s answer to ballet flats: mesh. They’re comfy, they’re unexpected, and they basically whisper fashion insider.
Totally crushing on:
Alaïa’s Mesh Ballerinas (Delicate but deadly chic)
Prada’s Mesh Fabric Flats (Every it-girl has them—just saying)
Why we’re wearing them:
They feel light, look luxe, and give you an edge without shouting. It’s like wearing lingerie for your feet, but socially acceptable.
Style tip: Style with mini skirts, parachute pants, or oversized button-downs. Bonus points if you add socks for the fashion girl twist.
So… Which Pair Are You?
Are you channeling pastel perfection or living your best raffia life? Maybe you’re a kitten-heel queen or a mesh girlie on the go. Either way—this season’s shoe styles for 2025 are all about personality, comfort, and a little bit of spice.
