The Shoe Trends of 2013

The runways of New York, Milan, London and Paris showcased the newest trends in footwear for 2013. What is apparent is that shoes with architectural influences are going to be the biggest trend this year. Skyscraper heels with sculptural shapes and a burst of colors were a popular shoe style in the runways. Flats are also still a favorite shoe style this year what with the comfort that they provide in comparison to everything else in the market. Here are some of the styles presented in the Spring 2013 runways.

Metallics

Metallic shoes and sandals especially in the silver foil color are a big thing in 2013. They were all over the runways in fashion week. Metal accents against neutral colored shoes were also evident in the collections of many designers including Emporio Armani, Dior, Lanvin and Chloe. Metallic heels in particular with pointy toes could be the shoe style of the New Year.

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The Chunky Heels

Chunky heels were sported by the models of designers like Chanel, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga and a host of other designers in the runways presenting the trends of spring 2013. Chunky they may be but they certainly add a lot more oomph to any outfit you may be wearing even if they are worn with a simple tee and jeans.

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Iridescence

Designers who chose iridescent-colored shoes in snakeskin and patent leather included Dior, Stella McCartney, Alejandro Ingelmo and Rebecca Minkoff. Whether alone or combined with snakeskin and patent leather, shoes in iridescent colors are sure to be a hit to the trendy crowds.

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Architectural shoes

Seen at Fendi, Rodarte and Jen Kao among others, the architectural shoes that hit the runway had an amazing amount of details. Simpler styles but no less architectural were presented by Missoni, Guy Laroche and J. Crew.

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