A simple footwear proposition to consider for spring? Suede shoes. Seen both on and off the runways at fashion month, there’s been a steady rise in suede across the board, with bags, coats and many kinds of shoes – loafers, pumps and the intentionally distressed-looking trainers that Miu Miu made in collaboration with New Balance – rendered in the supple fabrication.
Colour-wise, toffee, chestnut and neutral tones have been particularly popular, given the depth and richness that these shades can bring to a suede texture, but brands have also experimented with poppy hues. See: Toteme’s scarlet thong-toe sandals, Loewe’s olive tint, Van-esque trainers and JW Anderson’s trompe l’oeil “denim” suede ballerinas. Shop Vogue’s guide to the best suede shoes available now – organised by category for ease.
- Best loafers: Gucci Jordan Loafers, £810
- Best ballet pumps: Alaïa Crystal-Embellished Suede Ballet Flats, £920
- Best trainers: Miu Miu X New Balance 530 SL Sneakers, £910
- Best sandals: Toteme Thong-Toe Sandals, £330
- Best slip ons: Birkenstock Boston Slippers, £150
