6 Sly Tips for Wearing Your Favorite Shoe Styles Year-Round

Isn’t it a bummer when the warm months come and go, and you have to stow away your heels and sandals for winter? Or when the snow starts to melt, and you have to put your favorite boots back in the closet? It’s usually easier to dress weather appropriate, but who says you can’t wear your favorite shoes all year round? All it takes is a little creativity and some styling ingenuity to find a way to keep wearing your favorite shoe styles, no matter what month it may be. Keep reading to learn a few sly tricks that will help you continue to wear your favorites—rain or shine.

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Wedges

A wedge is perfect for comfort and style, giving you height and elegance while maintaining balance. The best way to let your feet breathe is to opt for a sling back with an open toe. When combined with warm tights, wedges can be worn even in the coldest months, and knit tights come in handy in the winter when you want to pull out your wedges. For the spring or fall months that might be a tad chilly, find some stylish, slouchy socks to pair with a dress and your favorite pair of wedges.

 

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Booties

Booties pair best with skinny jeans, because they comfortably tuck in—this goes for cold and warm months. For cooler months, pair them with leg warmers, as booties are low on the leg. For warmer months, wear booties with thigh highs, thin tights, or no-shows with shorts or dresses. Adorable socks or tights will add another dimension of fun to your outfit, so you can experiment with colors and textures as the months go by.

 

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Pumps

Pumps offer variety in the way of open versus closed toe. Open-toe pumps offer breathability for hot months, while closed can be paired with tights and pants for cooler months. Because pumps can be more unstable to walk in, a good rule of thumb is to put non-skids on the bottom for cool or rainy months to prevent slipping.

 

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Flats

Flats have endless possibilities, whether you need a casual or formal shoe. During summer, wear flats with a dress, either sockless or with tights. During cooler months, flats pair well with slacks, or you can throw on a pair of thick ticks and wear a warm winter dress. Breathable no-show socks keep your feet from sweating, and they’re so low that they’re virtually invisible. Lacey no-shows are available in fun colors in case they show while wearing your flats. Rocket Dog has comfy and cute flats with patterns that are perfect for the fall and winter months. During the spring and summer, you can experiment with floral patterns and bright neon flats.

 

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Clogs

When it comes to foot protection, clogs work well in the winter because they’re sturdy and closed toe. Pair them with thick tights and a wool skirt during the cold months, or jeans and a puffy jacket on the weekends. Because clogs are backless, your feet can breathe comfortably during the summer, and can even be paired with shorts for a fun, rustic look.

 

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Moccasins

Moccasins are incredibly popular as well as versatile. During winter, fur-lined moccasins keep feet toasty. Because they don’t come up too high, they pair well with any type of bottoms. Fur-lined sans socks or non-fur-lined moccasins can be worn during summer with skinny jeans for a casual look, or with tights and a dress.

 

Throw caution to the wind and experiment with your shoes no matter what month it is. While the jury is still out on the white socks with sandals look, there’s no end to the possibilities when you add fun socks, cute tights, or experiment with lengths. Create a style that’s all your own and enjoy wearing your favorite shoes the whole year through.

 

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