Editor’s note: While we stand by this advice, we have an updated guide to spring 2020 shoe trends that you might want to see for the latest styles!

It’s officially summer, which means it’s time to set aside your well-worn winter shoes and boots and stock up on the trends you’ll be styling with your sundresses and shorts.

This summer calls for an array of different trends, with something for every closet. To get you up to speed, we’ve compiled a list of 6 summer 2019 shoe trends to know and shop this summer!

Note: This post will focus on general shoe trends, as we’ve already covered summer 2019 sandal trends specifically. Be sure to see that post if you’re looking for just sandals.

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Sporty Chic: Athletic Sandals

You probably weren’t expecting to dig through your dad’s closet for summer shoe-spiration (or maybe you were!), but here we are.

The re-emergence of ’90s trends calls for chunky platforms on everything, sandals included. This is definitely a bolder trend, but it can be styled casually with a sporty tank dress – and maybe a bucket hat — for peak ’90s appeal!

Products: Forever 21, Zara, Forever 21, ASOS

Modern ’90s – Heeled Flip-Flops:

This trend really mixes the best of ’90s and 2000s shoe trends. A heeled flip flop is the balance between a regular flip flop, a kitten heel, and a mule – the holy trinity of summer footwear, if you will.

This shoe trend is perfect for upscale casual looks. Pair these with a midi-skirt and a cute top and wear it to your next barbecue or patio lunch!

Products: Zara, Topshop, Boohoo, Topshop

In The Clear – The Naked Sandal

Transparent shoes have been trendy for a while (thanks Kim K!), but this summer, in particular, transparent sandals are going to be very popular.