If you haven’t caught up yet with the hottest summer shoe trends of 2024, slingback heels are garnering attention. The classic style may evoke corporate fashion from the ’90s, but this summer’s slingbacks aren’t your mom’s.
Eva Mendes’ latest look is just one example of how fashion is giving the slingback a refresh. Known for her ultra-glamorous style and penchant for high heels, Instagram She is wearing a hot pink vest and maxi skirt set with a white tank top underneath. Hitch and the place beyond the pines The actress styled the outfit with bubblegum pink slingback shoes with curved heels that recalled Elle Woods’ iconic style. Legally BlondeThat may not be a coincidence: Most recently, Reese Witherspoon also wore the slingback trend when she returned to cosplay as Elle Woods last month.
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Mendes heels are not only fashion-forward, they’re practical too. The heel is high enough to add elegance, but still looks easy to walk in. Not to mention, the backstrap is one way to keep your shoes from slipping off due to sweat all summer long. Color-wise, they’re also simply worth the investment: add them to a black-and-white outfit for a vibrant pop, or go full color blocking with a contrasting fit.
Mendes isn’t the only slingback lover. From Katie Holmes Anne Hathaway They’ve also been spotted wearing summer’s “it” shoes, like Anne Hathaway, who paired a bright yellow suit with red Versace slingback heels, proving that bold colours are all that shine this season.
Mesh flats and Mary Janes are also on trend this season, but no shoe trend is sexier than the slingback heel. Check out more Mendes-inspired heels below.
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