The 5 essential women's shoes for summer

Let the sunshine in! Summer is here, and with it comes the joyful return of terraces, gentle evening strolls, and barbecues with friends! Style-wise, as temperatures rise, so does our desire to bring out our favorite colorful dresses, skirts, and shorts. But to fully enjoy this season, one accessory must be chosen perfectly, to accompany you in all situations: shoes! No more ankle boots and padded shoes; summer calls for colorful models that reveal and enhance your favorite pedicure.

Sandals, espadrilles, mules, ballerinas or even sneakers, quickly choose the 5 essential models for a responsible and above all unforgettable summer.

The sandals

A key and favorite summer shoe, sandals have managed to cross eras and borders: from the winged sandals of the messenger of the gods Hermes to the Roman models worn by gladiators, they alone evoke the beach, the rocks and the thousand and one ways to wear them. Tropéziennes , heeled , crossed , or even laced, they adapt to all your desires to ensure you a feminine and irresistible look both during the day and in the evening.

As easy to accessorize as they are to carry everywhere in your favorite bag, they are the ideal shoes to reveal your pretty ankles and enhance your tanned legs in all situations.

The ballerinas

Created in the 1930s by an Australian dancer named Jacob Bloch, ballet flats are the ultimate romantic and comfortable shoe. A staple of any woman's wardrobe, they reached their peak with Brigitte Bardot in the 1956 film "And God Created Woman" and have since established themselves as one of the essential summer shoes.

Pair with 7/8 jeans and a pretty shirt for a day at work or a little skirt for an impromptu evening, they combine lightness and flexibility for our greatest pleasure! Whether you prefer rounded, open or pointed models, they are easy to put on and remain the ideal ally for those who prefer closed shoes. Highlighting the silhouette when they benefit from a small heel, let your desires run free and have fun with the multiple colors and fancies available for a 100% successful summer look.

The mules

Different from its big sister, the sandal, by its opening at the back, thus leaving the heel completely free and uncovered, the mule has established itself for several years as the essential model of the summer season.

Whether heeled or flat , these must-have mules are quick and easy to slip on for a city trip or an evening at the beach with ease and sensuality. Worn and made sublime in the 50s by Marilyn Monroe, they pair perfectly with your colorful dresses or your high-waisted shorts and white blouse set for a bohemian and feminine look.

Espadrilles

An emblematic model of traditional Basque know-how , these shoes, recognizable among thousands thanks to their woven jute sole, announce the start of the summer season every year. To be worn on the beach as well as on the cobblestones, they bring a casual and comfortable touch to all your favorite outfits.

Whether you prefer tapas on the beach or pretty strolls on the port, pair them with your long floral dresses or your light linen pants for a look that smells of summer!

The sneakers

Whether in leather, linen, Velcro, or colorful, sneakers can be worn without moderation and in all seasons to achieve a look that's both cool and feminine. Because once you've adopted them, they're hard to part with, so don't panic: you can still have a memorable summer with your sneakers on, while remaining trendy and stylish even in 32-degree heat.

Choose them in light shades to enhance your beautiful golden legs, they go just as well with a dressy dress accompanied by a clutch and some well-chosen jewelry as with your favorite shorts or little skirt for a 100% successful sporty-chic look. Appreciated for their comfort and versatility, sneakers are perfect for fully enjoying your dance evenings or your days on the terrace with the assurance of never having sore feet.

As you can see, this summer you're spoiled for choice when it comes to enjoying every moment of this newfound freedom while staying stylish from head to toe!