Beautiful, high-quality shoes today are a must-have attribute of a fashionable female look. You can forgive any mistake in putting together an outfit, but an old, out-of-date couple will ruin all attempts to be in trend. Summer collections of fashionable shoes are always bright offers, and we will take a closer look at what you should buy in the summer of 2020 to look in accordance with the trends of the catwalks.
Fashion trends 2020
Quality shoes are always a priority, but couturiers began to work more often with artificial materials. In principle, this approach is understandable - summer shoes are well “ventilated”, so the use of plastic, artificial leather or suede as an upper is understandable.
In 2020, the following materials for women's sandals without heels are in fashion:
- plastic;
- leatherette;
- artificial velor;
- twine, jute and rope, straw;
- wide elastic band;
- textile.
Of course, they also fit all natural materials – leather, suede, velor are always a priority.
In addition, fashionable sandals are certainly comfortable and light, fit well on the foot, and are comfortable to wear.
Natural non-slip insole is required. The foot sweats in the heat, and if the top of the sole is slippery, trouble cannot be avoided. Even if the material of the sandals is artificial, a natural absorbent insole is required.
There is no need to talk about the stability of shoes without heels. When considering a wedge as an option, you need to make sure of its comfort, functionality and quality. Even if the difference between the toe and heel is quite decent, it is better to make sure that such shoes are safe to use.
The thick sole should be light, the top should fit well to the foot. “Looseness” and great freedom are not allowed. The massive sole is made with an emphasis on femininity.
Also in fashion this summer following trends:
- Minimalism and diversity. Flowers, frills, small details and decor are in trend, but in contrast – their absence. These are large solid details, color blocking, strictness in materials. Flat shoes attract attention with their simplicity of styles, minimal cutouts and eye-catching small elements. But if you need an accent, choose the exact opposite of minimalism.
- Color brightness. Welcome both pastel and rich deep shades. “No” to blurriness and incomprehensible color solutions. Gold, silver, metallic, patent leather shoes are in fashion. Among the bright colors - grass, Christmas tree, lime, azure, dirty pink, matte yellow, cherry, black, gray, white, leather brown.
- Clear prints. These include checkered, zebra, sharply defined flowers, floral patterns, and ethnic designs.
- Transparency. This refers to both materials and styles of sandals.Plastic polyethylene parts are relevant, providing a full view of the legs. Transparency is also present in the style of the shoes - the minimum number of wide straps will show the entire foot.
- Ties and elastic bands. Options with knotted ropes, ropes, laces and other similar elements are preferred. Models with wide elastic bands are also in fashion.
- Thick platform. Stylish detail for summer 2020. In priority models with sports or just solid soles “with thickness”. It is very comfortable, functional, and goes with most fashionable clothes. But the bend of the block should be graceful, so as not to go too deep into brutality and sport.
Generally fashion trends of the current season suggest comfort, high quality shoes and minimal emphasis on its elements.
Trending details for this summer
Not a single fashion collection show is complete without recognizable features. The trends for 2020 are:
- Jute parts. The lightweight construction made from natural rope looks great in hot weather outfits. Fits perfectly into the concept of the season not only sole elements made of rope, but also all kinds of ties, jumpers, straps and other compositions. The rope can be thin, woven into fabric, or thick, as an independent component of the decor.
- Chains. Metal parts can be present in the finishing in any variant. They are not suitable as a stand-alone clasp, but as decoration they are an excellent elegant option. Chains can “walk alongside” or entangle shoe straps.
- Lacing. It can be used both as a decoration and to perform certain functions. For example, the decor in the form of a loosely laced top or a woven sole is quite in the spirit of modern trends.
- Knots. Since rope structures are used in fashionable decoration, all kinds of knots are an excellent solution that fits into the summer 2020 trends. Such an element may finish a rope composition or form an intricate pattern.
- Net. Woven from leather, jute, rope or as a separate fabric element. Summer boots without heels made of mesh with wide cells look great.
- Transparent top. Plastic small parts are on trend this season. To ensure the integrity of such elements, you can purchase shoes with both transparent and woven uppers, for example.
- Square and round capes. Fully open shoes require drastic solutions, and an unusual toe fits well here. It is worth noting that This trend does not apply to closed summer shoes.
- Criss-cross top or single stripe. Wide stripes of material make even semi-sports soles look elegant. In this case, the part of the sandal in the area of the bend of the foot can have any design.
- Imitation of a tied bow. Both mules and sports models of summer shoes without heels look good with this decor.
How to choose?
Fashionable summer shoes does not have to have angular features. Slender girls can still afford something extraordinary, but the older the woman and the larger her build, the more carefully you should pay attention to the choice of fashionable shoes for this summer.
Besides, It is necessary to take into account both the occasion and clothing. For example, anyone can afford a sports pair on vacation, but not for work or a walk around the city. Therefore, when choosing, you should pay attention to several important parameters:
- comfortable to wear;
- appropriateness in outfit and operating conditions;
- appropriateness of decoration.
A minimalist pair is suitable for every day, a colored one with jute inserts, lots of small elements for the beach, a semi-sporty one for the mountains or on an excursion, a strict one for work. In any case, a woman of any age can find her pair of flat shoes.
Top 5 flat sandals for 2020
We present several comfortable and beautiful models, among which you will definitely find “yours.”
Sports
Comfortable pair for travel, long walks, and perhaps creating a stylish outfit for summer 2020. The Balenciaga brand, in the wake of the hype of its women's ugli sneakers, offers sports shoes with soft, stable soles and functional locks. The model is made of rubber, but many followers of this brand offer semi-sports shoes for summer and made of other materials.
Looks great thickened textured sole with air inserts reminiscent of the sensational Airmax, as well as Velcro, lacing, uppers in the style of Birkenstocks, gladiators, sandals. These shoes are distinguished from ordinary ones by the presence of a sports sole.
On the platform
Thickened sole - continuous or with slight differences in height – an excellent solution for summer 2020, which any woman can afford. Models with lasts trimmed with jute, plastic, and leather are current. The top can be minimalistic or have a variety of decor in the trendy design of 2020.
They look interesting models with a criss-cross top, one strip of fabric, closed in a mesh. Thin straps with different finishes, wide rope lacing, and a transparent top are in fashion. Let’s not forget about the classic “sandal” design of shoes.
Stylized
Models, imitating ballerina shoes, as well as espadrilles, semi-sneakers, gladiators - also in trend. The minimalist design of the shoes and the decor in the spirit of fashion trends also look interesting. Such shoes are preferable on vacation, fit perfectly into an ensemble with clothes for hot weather or travel.
Sandals
Sandals with a thin sole and a classic clasp got a new life in the 2020 fashion season. Those who don’t like the catwalk creations of couturiers will quite like it classic Birkenstocks, low-rise gladiators, models with multiple straps, buckles, and a toe bridge. To be in a “relative trend”, you should choose plain shoes in pastel deep colors.
Mules
Classic mules have not gone out of fashion for many years. They are “feeling great” this summer season with woven decor, with large tied bows at the front, with a minimalist design, large buckles, with a logo top, for example, Chanel or Dolce and Gabbana.
Preferred models on a thin flat sole or with a slight thickening. Sandals are perfect for casual street style, walking around the city, and even on vacation, the look with mules looks harmonious.