You’ve come to right place if you keep reaching for the same bike shorts and shoes summer after summer. Avoid summer fashion fatigue this year by reinventing the outfits you wear most often. Start with our selection of the best, fashion-forward shoes for shorts.
You’ll be counting the days until the forecast predicts bare legs. You’ll discover the best shoes for every type of shorts – from tiny cut-offs and knee-crazing cargos – plus styling tips.
Ballet Flats
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You can’t go far wrong wearing ballet flats and shorts if you want to give off an effortless cool girl vibe this summer. This style of shoe is best worn with shorts in a minimal way. A pair of black ballet flats with crew socks looks great.
Loafers
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For a quiet, luxurious feel, we recommend wearing a pair of supple and sleek loafers. Loafers are a surprising choice. They’re both timeless and trendy, so they make a great choice for putting together upscale shorts.
Platform Sandals
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It’s for those fashion girls who dare wear socks with their sandals. Platform sandals offer comfort and style at the same time. This shoe gives the illusion of sky-high heels without the risk of falling over. It also creates the look of “legs for a day” regardless of height.
Sling-Backs
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Slingbacks were seen on the runways of recent seasons, and they look great with shorts and suits. Choose a pair of shoes in a vibrant spring color and a fabric that is eye-catching, like satin.
Sporty Sandals
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We’re incorporating chunky normcore shoes into our summer outfits. Wearing patterned shorts with sporty hiking shoes and a sharp jacket creates an eye-catching aesthetic clash.
Over the Knee Boots
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Over-the-knee booties with shorts are the ultimate in fashion. For daywear, we recommend light colors and timeless prints, luxury separates. What is the perfect fit for this shoe style? Cashmere sweater with checked shorts, cream over-the-knee booties and a checkered high-waisted skirt.
Cowboy Boots
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Cowboy boots are the summer shoe trend that you don’t need to be a worker bee to appreciate. You can go full-on coastal cowgirl or add this classic boot style to your favorite shorts outfits.
Classic Pumps
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Classic pumps are a great option for shorts outfits. They can be worn in a subversively stylish way with denim shorts or dressed up and elevated with paper bag briefs. Are you worried about sweaty feet when wearing leather heels? Add a pair sheer statement socks to embrace your inner street-style star.
Block Heels
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The block heel sandals will add elegance and a fashion-forward feel to your shorts without sacrificing comfort. We recommend matching your shoes with your outerwear and accessories to create a cohesive look.
Oxfords
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Wearing oxfords, a blazer and your favorite pair slouchy pants with a blazer will still give you that look in warmer temperatures.
Combat Boots
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Wear your favorite combat boots with black jeans shorts to create a casual, rugged outfit that has hints of rock and roll. This look is kept low-key with a plain white tee and an oversized lightweight jacket. You can add statement accessories to the outfit.
Elevated flip-flops
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High-heeled flip-flops are a great alternative to the flip-flop. This shoe style is perfect for adding a little fashion to the casualst of bike shorts outfits.
