8 shoe trends that are in this summer and 5 that are out, according to designers

Amena AhmedJun 2, 2024, 19:03 IST

Chelsea boots can stay in your summer wardrobe, but pointed-toe heels aren't trending. Ryan Garrett/Shutterstock; Creative Lab/Shutterstock

Business Insider asked four fashion designers to share shoe trends that are in and out this summer.
Chelsea boots, trail sneakers, and mules are on the rise for the coming months.

Shoe prices are finally steadying after an incredibly expensive March, so now is the perfect time to stock your closet with all the summer staples.

Business Insider spoke to four fashion designers about which shoe trends are in and out for summer.

Here's what they said.

Heeled flip-flops are a chic and comfortable look.

You can really lean into the trend with Y2K features like butterflies. Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images

You don't have to pack away all your boots this summer. Ryan Garrett/Shutterstock

Dark-glam is back this summer. Creative Lab/Shutterstock

There are some fun athleisure possibilities in the summer. Diamond Bitzer/Shutterstock

You can upgrade the look with heeled mules for nicer occasions.Valeriia Lukashova/Shutterstock

You can dress up or dress down Oxford shoes. Teerawit Chankowet/Shutterstock

Simple high-top sneakers can be worn with so many different looks. Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock

Over-the-top Crocs had their moment, but it's over for now.Elena Rostunova/Shutterstock

Nike Dunks and similar styles were popular low-top sneakers. phil_berry/Shutterstock

This summer, stick to round and square heels.Creative Lab/Shutterstock

Hyper-trendy sneakers are being ditched for more classic styles. eversummerphoto/Shutterstock

Opt for more comfortable boot options this summer. MoMo Productions/Getty Images