That bit between seasons is a tricky time, especially when it comes to what to put on your feet. May is only a few days away and whilst winter and it's call for clumpy boots is well behind us, it's too early to be embracing summer's footwear trends; pool slides in this rain? You must be joking.
Whilst we can rely on biker jackets and Bretons to ride out the transitional weather, where does that leave with shoes?
This season the answer is a mixture of classics, new trends and revisited ones.
The loafer
Consider the loafer the trench coat of footwear; eternally stylish, versatile and wonderfully practical. Worn with or without ankle socks, the unassuming slip-on looks smart with tailored trousers for the office while lending an air of Riviera chic to a weekend chino and Breton combination. Patent leather in navy, black or burgundy will see you through every season, or opt for a colour-pop suede style for a summery version (just mind those puddles). Gucci's horsebit loafers are the Holy Grail of the loafer world and make even the simplest of outfits look expensive. At £370 they are an investment but will be worn time and time again so well worth it. Tod's driving loafers come in statement brights or head to Tommy Hilfiger for affordable preppy styles.
Top: suede, £85, by Tommy Hilfiger ; centre: leather horsebit, £370 by Gucci ; bottom: suede, £250 by Tod's
The skater shoe
There has been a lot of talk about sneakers amongst the fashion pack this season, in particular the skater shoe. Although met at first with scepticism - aren't those what teenage boys wear to the park?! - the skater has proven to be the working girl's new friend and are a useful interim flat until the weather permits bare toes. Don a sleek pair in plain back or cream to freshen up a trouser suit or wear without socks with rolled up jeans as an alternative to sandals.
Top: cotton, £29.95, by GAP ; centre, canvas, £260, by Saint Laurent ; bottom: leather, £95, by Kurt Geiger
The heeled mule
Thanks to fashion's obsession with all things '90s, this season has seen the return of the mule. The heeled variety has all the sexiness of a strappy sandal but without revealing too much flesh - which for those of us not quite ready to bare our toes in public is a saving grace. This is a great workwear and evening shoe as it works with everything a classic court would whilst introducing an air of seasonal ease, especially when worn in nudes and cream. French Connection have the best on the high street while Stella McCartney and Gianvito Rossi have elegant styles for those with a higher budget.
Top: leather, £455, by Gianvito Rossi ; centre: leather, £95, by French Connection ; bottom: leather, £80, by Aldo
The spring boot
Let's face it, even in the heady of heights of summer it doesn't hurt to have a rainproof shoe option at the ready and this is where the summer boot comes in. Ankle length and in suede (use protector) or pale toned leather, a desert, Chelsea or western boot is an essential part of a transitional wardrobe. Wear with pale denim or lightweight cargo trousers now and a summery tea dress during the summer months. Clarks' suede desert boots are a steal at under £80 and come in a variety of colours whilst Penelope Chilvers has a colourway to please everyone.
Top: suede, £249, by Penelope Chilvers ; nubuck, £79, by Clarks ; bottom: leather, £295, by Russell and Bromley
Via: Mastering the art of transitional footwear
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