2009 Shoe Trends: See What Stylish Feet Will be Wearing

With so many shoe choices for spring and summer of 2009, you’ll have ample opportunity to step out in style this year. Shoes have never been quite so colorful or flamboyant as they are for the upcoming season. Ready to expand your shoe collection? Here are some of the best trends in shoes for 2009.

An Explosion of Color

Even if you prefer to play it safe with a pair of black shoes, you’ll have a hard time resisting the tempting colors that’ll be all the rage this spring and summer. Footwear for 2009 is brilliant in color with bright orange, purple, and hot pink leading the parade. Shoes this outspoken will be hard to ignore when worn with vibrant spring and summer dresses on streets everywhere. You’ll also find bright color combos for a true explosion of brilliance. Lean more towards the classics? If brightly colored footwear isn’t your style, you can still find subtle, muted shades for a more sedate showing of color.

Embellishments Rule

Shoes have taken on their own jewelry for spring 2009. You’ll find shoes with trendy zippers, large buckles, and metal trim and embellishments of all types, frequently displayed in multiples on a single shoe. Look for lots of fringe and detailing to add additional interest.  Footwear for 2009 is anything but plain.

Sky High Platforms

You can be of average height and look like a supermodel when you slip on a pair of sky high platforms, destined to be so popular this year. With heels this high, it may take some walking before you’re brave enough to wear them to work. If platforms aren’t your style, you’ll find tons of stilettos that will raise you to dizzying heights. Get prepared to be tall this season (or at least look like you are).

The Gladiator has Staying Power

If you thought you’d seen the last of the gladiator sandal, think again. It’s poised to be even stronger and bolder for spring and summer 2009. These trendy Roman inspired sandals will take on an even brighter note as they emerge in brilliant colors to add a splash of bold color to even the most demure feet. These sandals will make a bold fashion statement this season as the colorful straps climb sensuously up your legs.

Flower Feet

Florals are blooming everywhere this season, even on spring footwear. It’ll feel like you’re tiptoeing through the tulips when you slip on a pair of floral print shoes with a colorful spring dress this summer. To make an even bolder floral statement, try wearing flowery shoes with a bold floral print dress. Warning! This look’s not for the faint of heart!

Enjoy the new trends in footwear 2009, but don’t get carried away. With looks this extreme, they probably won’t be around for very long.