Stay A Step Ahead With These Chic Spring Shoe Trends
From ’90s power pumps to statement animal-print and preppy loafers, these are the key shoe trends to complete your look this season
’90s pumps
With ultra-elegant takes on power suiting spotted all over the spring/summer 2026 runways and a new TV series documenting the life and style of Carolyn Bessette Kennedy dropping imminently, it makes perfect sense that ’90s pumps are trending again. Making their debut in the pre-spring ’26 collection, Khaite’s leather ‘Celia’ pumps are designed in a loafer-inspired shape complete with a buckled front flap, while Amina Muaddi’s croc-effect ‘Barbara’ heels come in the perfect desk-to-dinner silhouette. Alternatively, show you mean business in Toteme’s patent-leather slingbacks – the elongated pointed toe creates a unique point of difference.
KHAITECelia Pocket buckled leather pumps£870.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.537 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.5 - low stock3939.540 - low stock40.541 - low stock
TOTEMEPatent-leather slingback pumps
THE ROWCarla suede pumps£1,060.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - low stock36.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.5 - out of stock3838.5 - out of stock3939.5 - low stock40 - low stock40.5 - out of stock4141.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
AMINA MUADDIBarbara croc-effect leather pumps£745.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.538 - low stock38.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.54040.541 - low stock41.542 - low stock
Retro sneakers
Retro sneakers have quickly become every tastemaker’s favorite way to finish both on- and off-duty looks – their low profile and streamlined shape mean they go with pretty much everthing. Perfect paired with a slouchy suit or wide-leg jeans, Loewe’s ‘Ballet Runner 2.0’ sneakers come in burgundy shell and suede with cursive teal leather logo appliqués at the sides and are a fashion-editor favorite. Saint Laurent, Dries Van Noten and Chloé also have excellent options in sporty, ’70s- and ’80s-inspired shapes.
LOEWEBallet Runner 2.0 logo-appliquéd shell, suede and leather sneakers£650.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - low stock37 - out of stock3839 - out of stock40 - out of stock41
DRIES VAN NOTENLeather-trimmed suede sneakers
CHLOÉKick suede-trimmed shell sneakers
SAINT LAURENTLewis suede-trimmed leather sneakers
Back to school
It’s official: preppy loafers and brogues have become a staple among the fashion set. If you have yet to be tempted by a pair, this season’s line-up might just change your mind. A modern take on ’70s styles, Saint Laurent’s ‘Le Loafer’ is made from chocolate suede, while Church’s ‘Piper’ brogues recall traditional Ghillie styles but with a punkish edge. For something a touch more office-appropriate, The Row’s ‘Novus Sailor’ boat shoes are the perfect pick.
THE ROWNovus Sailor leather loafers£1,450.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.53737.538 - low stock38.539 - low stock39.5 - out of stock4040.541 - out of stock42
SAINT LAURENTLe Loafer suede loafers£935.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 36 - out of stockEU 37EU 37.5 - low stockEU 38EU 38.5 - low stockEU 39EU 39.5EU 40 - out of stockEU 41
CHURCH'SPiper fringed textured-leather brogues£840.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3535.53636.53737.5 - out of stock38 - low stock38.539 - low stock39.540 - low stock40.541 - low stock41.542
GUCCIHorsebit-embellished logo-debossed suede loafers£750.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.537 - low stock37.5 - low stock38 - low stock38.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.540 - low stock40.541
Like a glove
Can shoes with a glove-like fit be chic? The answer among tastemakers and designers (and us here at the NET-A-PORTER HQ) is a resounding yes. Although it’s one of the most divisive shoe trends in recent seasons, brands have stood firm in championing the style, transforming everything from ballet flats to heeled pumps in foot-hugging silhouettes. The prettiest flats come courtesy of Bottega Veneta and Le Monde Béryl, while Alaïa and Khaite deliver heels with high vamps for a super-snug fit.
ALAÏA90 leather pumps
LE MONDE BERYLLuna satin ballet flats£395.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - low stock35.536 - low stock36.537 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.53939.540 - low stock40.541 - low stock41.542 - low stock
KHAITECecilia suede pumps£850.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - low stock36.5 - out of stock3737.538 - low stock38.5 - low stock3939.54040.5 - out of stock4142 - out of stock
BOTTEGA VENETARosa intrecciato leather ballet flats
Party mules
The ’90s isn’t the only decade we’re obsessing over this season – the early ’00s are having a moment too, with brands including Tom Ford and Dries Van Noten heralding the return of the stiletto-heeled mule. For the truest take, opt for styles in eye-catching colors, such as Aquazzura’s ‘Mystery’ mules in fuchsia chiffon or Amina Muaddi’s ‘Elodie’ mules in sumptuous lipstick-red satin. Alternatively, go full Carrie Bradshaw in Manolo Blahnik’s ‘Jadaron’ style.
MANOLO BLAHNIKJadaron 70 leather mules£695.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.5 - out of stock3737.53838.5 - low stock3939.54040.541 - low stock41.542
AMINA MUADDIElodie satin mules£660.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.537 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.5 - low stock3939.5 - out of stock40 - low stock40.5 - low stock4141.542 - low stock
TOM FORDSatin mules£840.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.53737.538 - low stock38.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.5 - low stock4040.54141.5 - out of stock42
AQUAZZURAMystery 85 crystal-embellished leather-trimmed chiffon mules£1,000.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.5 - low stock37 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.5 - low stock40 - low stock40.541 - low stock41.542
Animal instinct
The beauty of animal print is its ability to shape-shift from timeless neutral to fierce accent, depending on how it’s worn. Looking to make a glamorous statement? Jimmy Choo’s leopard-print ‘Amelia’ kitten heels will give your trusty LBD a whole new look. For the perfect day-to-night option, try Khaite’s ‘Ona’ ankle boots. Crafted from zebra-print calf hair, they’re sure to make tailoring and shirt dresses pop.
KHAITEOna zebra-print calf hair ankle boots£1,450.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.537 - low stock37.5 - out of stock3838.53939.5 - low stock40 - low stock40.541 - low stock
ALAÏACriss Cross patent-leather trimmed zebra-print calf hair ballet flats£920.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size353636.5 - out of stock3737.5 - low stock3838.53939.54040.54141.542 - out of stock
AEYDEUma snake-effect leather Mary Jane ballet flats£330.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size353636.5 - low stock3737.53838.53939.54040.5 - low stock4141.5 - low stock42
JIMMY CHOOAmelia 40 leopard-print calf hair pumps£825.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - low stock36.537 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.53939.5 - low stock40 - low stock40.541 - low stock41.542
Thong sandals
Buying sandals in February might feel somewhat jarring, but trust us, your future self will thank you for it. The season’s must-have style? Thong sandals. Whether you’re jetting off to a far-flung island or heading out-out in the city, there’s a pair to suit all occasions, from desk-to-dinner heels to casual flats. Le Monde Béryl’s beige suede sandals have a low wedge heel and look impossibly chic paired with tailoring and denim alike.
ALAÏA90 velvet mules
LE MONDE BERYLSuede wedge sandals£440.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock3636.5 - out of stock3737.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock3939.5 - out of stock4040.5 - out of stock41 - low stock42 - out of stock
GIANVITO ROSSI70 mirrored-leather sandals£730.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - low stock36.5 - low stock3737.53838.53939.5 - low stock4040.541 - low stock41.542 - low stock
KHAITEMila leather mules£670.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.537 - low stock37.53838.5 - out of stock39 - low stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.541 - out of stock
Day-to-night boots
Everyone needs a pair of boots that are versatile enough to wear to the office, dinner and every other event in between. Gianvito Rossi’s block-heeled ‘Vitello Glove’ boots will ensure you look polished no matter where your plans take you, while Khaite’s ‘Nevada’ style in two-tone leather has Western-inspired detailing that looks ultra chic peeking out beneath the hem of tailored pants. Elsewhere, Saint Laurent’s ‘Niki’ boots come with pirate-style folded cuffs that nod to the season’s New Romantics trend.
SAINT LAURENTNiki embellished leather ankle boots£1,330.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 36 - low stockEU 36.5EU 37 - low stockEU 37.5EU 38 - low stockEU 38.5EU 39 - low stockEU 39.5EU 40 - low stockEU 41
GIANVITO ROSSIVitello Glove 85 leather ankle boots£1,335.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.537 - low stock37.538 - low stock38.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.5 - out of stock40 - low stock40.541 - low stock41.542 - low stock
KHAITENevada two-tone leather ankle boots£1,370.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock3737.53838.5 - low stock3939.5 - low stock40 - low stock40.5 - out of stock41 - low stock
AEYDEElina pony hair ankle boots£560.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - out of stock3738 - low stock394041 - low stock42
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