Monday, March 30, 2015

Spring Into These Shoe Looks for Less

If you’re like us, then your idea of spring cleaning your closet is throwing those heavy winter boots as far to the back as they’ll go. How about a little warm-weather footwear inspiration to get you motivated? We’ve got our eye on the newest sandals and sneakers spotted on runways, celebrity style-setters and fashion editors, featuring must-have trends for the season like pretty lace, fringe detailing and über cool athletic elements. Updating your wardrobe isn’t out of reach — we’ll show you how to spring into these looks for less with our picks from Shoe Carnival.

1. Makalu Michi Sandals
Can’t get enough of fringed accessories? Neither can Alberta Ferretti, just one of the designers making fringe bags, jackets, dresses, boots and especially sandals huge for spring. You can take this look from the runway to the real world with these Makalu Michi Sandals from Shoe Carnival featuring soft leather fringe that swings with every step. The Italian designer’s funky sandals were worn with ethereal, airy dresses, but we think yours would look just as cool with a long dresses, a denim jacket and shades.

2. Vans Atwood Low Gray Stars Skate Shoes
This spring, we’re all about the juxtaposition of feminine pieces and sporty sneakers. Italian fashionista and blogger of The Blonde Salad Chiara Ferragni is a perfect example of how to make this fresh pairing work. She was snapped during Paris Fashion Week mixing and matching a ladylike suit with fun kicks — a clever choice not just for style points, but for getting around to all the shows. The effect is carefree and youthful, and we don’t have to sell you on the comfort. Get Chiara's look with these retro-inspired Vans Atwood Low Gray Stars Skate Shoes from Shoe Carnival. Their classic skater silhouette and graphic star pattern are perfect for providing contrast to all your girly spring pieces.

3. Unr8ed Lila Sandals
Footbed sandals are back in a big way this spring and, of course, Alexa Chung is already on it. The It girl put together an outfit with all her signature directional style, combining cream overalls with a white dress shirt, then accessorizing with a furry clutch and a laid-back pair of footbed sandals. Copy Alexa’s funky look with your own pair of Unr8ed Lila Sandals from Shoe Carnival, which turn up the cool factor with lace detailing. Bring back the 90s in style with these super-comfy sandals — a perfect pick for a spring music festival.

Fashion editor Mary Kate Steinmiller showed off another fabulous footbed look in NoHo. She expertly styled a sweet printed spring dress with a pair of must-have footbeds in the classic single-strap style. Get on board with the editor’s look in these Lydia Sandals by Unr8ed from Shoe Carnival — their perfectly seasonal floral print make us even more ready to embrace the footbed trend. These slip-on sandals are sure to add a relaxed reverb to any of your favorite spring dresses.

4. Skechers EZ Flex 2 Woven Sneakers
Woven footwear is going to be unstoppable this spring — just look to the footwear that stomped the Christian Dior, Sportmax and Tory Burch runways. Alexander Wang showed intensely colorful, athletic-inspired woven booties with his Spring 2015 collection, paired with sleek, buttoned-up looks for an innovative contrast. You can rip the look straight from the runway with these Skechers EZ Flex 2 Woven Sneakers from Shoe Carnival with kinetic candy-colored construction, bringing new meaning to the term “sports illustrated." Get the upper hand (or foot) on the athleisure trend with these eye-catching sporty sneakers.

5. City Classified Sadie Sandals
Karrueche Tran positively glowed as she left a Hollywood nightclub recently — and we think it may have something to do with the enviable shoes she was rocking. The model enhanced the tunic white dresses for women with a pair of bright beaded sandals. You can steal her style with these Sadie Sandals by City Classified from Shoe Carnival. Wear these flat thong sandals with breezy pieces like Karrueche for an instant bohemian vibe that can translate from day to night.

6. Y-Not Ibiza Wedges
One of the things we loved about Thakoon’s collection for Spring 2015 were the black platform wedges that took the models’ looks to new heights (literally). Make the runway your inspiration with your own pair of Ibiza Wedges by Y-Not from Shoe Carnival. Featuring an of-the-moment pattern that is sure to elevate any outfit, you’ll want to slide on these impactful sandals with all of your warm-weather looks.

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