The Top 9 Shoe Trends of Spring 2016

By InStyle Accessories Team
Updated Mar 05, 2016 @ 12:45 pm
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Just because spring hasn't sprung just yet, doesn't mean that you can't get a head start on the changing temperatures with a closet update. From the latest "it" sandals to must-have lace-up heel standouts, we've gathered the best shoes of spring.

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Block Heels 

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Chunky block heels ruled the runway, which are not only on-trend but also comfortable. Our feet are very happy.

Runway looks, from left: Marni, Dior, Valentino 

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Aquazzura, $765; net-a-porter.com. Cole Haan, $200; colehaan.com. Valentino, $1,595; bergdorfgoodman.com. 

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Bold Platforms 

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Make a statement with a pair of bold platforms that are decorated with stripes or pops of metallic. They're sure to turn heads.

Runway looks, from left: Gucci, Dries Van Noten, Miu Miu 

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Kurt Geiger, $84; kurtgeiger.com. Gucci, $1,100; gucci.com. Stuart Weitzman, $465; neimanmarcus.com. 

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Fun Flats 

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Elevate your everyday go-to flats. Choose a pair decorated with pom poms, beading, or ribbon!

Runway looks, from left: Marc Jacobs, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada 

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Mystique, $385; stylebop.com. Asos, $60; asos.com. Prada, $890; prada.com. 

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Loafer Slides

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The slide loafer is an update on the traditional preppy style.

Runway looks, from left: Gucci, Victoria Beckham, Edun 

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Topshop, $100; topshop.com. Massimo Dutti, $77; massimodutti.com. Gucci, $595; nordstrom.com. 

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Mules 

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Mules are the perfect staple for the summer, and can easily be worn for day or night.

Runway looks, from left: Boss, Gucci, Nina Ricci 

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Gucci, $1,100; gucci.com. Rebecca Minkoff, $195; nordstrom.com. Michael Michael Kors, $110; neimanmarcus.com. 

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Shower Shoes 

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These high-fashion shower shoes are a take on a classic—just don't actually wear them in the shower!

Runway looks, from left: Chloe, Lacoste, Dolce & Gabbana 

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Simone Rocha, $655; net-a-porter.com. Adidas, $30; nordstrom.com. Hunter, $55; yoox.com. 

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Sneakers 

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Sneakers are here to stay, but who says they have to be plain white? Get excited with a colored trainer or a rainbow embroidered pair.

Runway looks, from left: Hermes, Alexander Wang, Tommy Hilfiger 

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Nike, $88; farfetch.com. Rag and Bone, $325; ssense.com. Hermes, $900; hermes.com. 

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Lace-Up Heels 

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This is the perfect shoe to dress up any LBD. 

Runway looks, from left: Derek Lam, Fendi, Altuzarra 

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Asos, $55; asos.com. Tony Bianco, $136; revolveclothing.com. Derek Lam, $750; dereklam.com. 

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Gladiators

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The Roman-esque sandal is not going anywhere for spring, and this season, they were washed in glitter or color. 

Runway looks, from left: Thakoon, Giambattista Valli, Chloe 

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Raye, $182; revolveclothing.com. Giambattista Valli, $995; modaoperandi.com. Ancient Greek Sandals, $350; saksfifthavenue.com. 

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