Bright shoes: Ukrainian stylist's tips on how to style them
How to wear brightly colored shoes in summer (collage: RBC-Ukraine)
Bright footwear can easily become the main highlight of any look, as long as it's styled right. Just a few simple techniques will help turn colorful heels, sandals, or sneakers into a standout feature of your outfit without disrupting harmony and style. Ukrainian stylist Olena Shevchenko shares more details on Instagram about how to do it correctly.
How to match colorful shoes
Colorful shoes are a bold accent in any look. But to make them look appropriate and harmonious, it's important to integrate them into the outfit.
Here are a few tried-and-true styling tips to make your outfit look polished and fashionable.
1. Match the headwear
The simplest and most effective method is to match colorful shoes with a head accessory. This could be a hat, cap, bucket hat, beret, or even a decorative headband. This approach adds a stylish accent to your look, which ensures you stand out from the crowd.
2. Bottoms to match the shoes
If you’re wearing colorful shoes, sneakers, or sandals, try pairing them with pants, a skirt, or shorts in the same or a similar shade. Even a basic top will look more interesting and thoughtfully styled in this case.
3. A scarf is your friend
A scarf in the same tone as your shoes is a universal trick. You can tie it to your bag, wear it as a belt, or style it around your neck or in your hair. It's a stylish touch that pulls the outfit together into a cohesive whole.
4. Top to match the shoes
Another effective hack is to complement shoes with a top, T-shirt, or light blouse in the same color. This color balance visually structures your silhouette and creates harmony.
5. Monochrome is a win-win option
A fully monochromatic outfit is a trend that never goes out of style. If your footwear and your clothing are the same color, the shoes become a natural part of the outfit and look effortlessly stylish.
Where to wear bright shoes
Bright heels, sandals, slides, or sneakers are a great choice for evening outings, hangouts with friends, street-style photo shoots, or travel. But even in a business dress code, you can add a color splash with shoes with a restrained design, if you pair them with a neutral suit.
Styles that work well with bright shoes:
- Smart casual: bright loafers or mules + a classic suit
- Sport chic: fuchsia sneakers + a knit dress
- Boho: sandals with ethnic accents
- Minimal chic: colorful pumps + an all-white outfit
Bright shoes are not a risk, but an opportunity to refresh any outfit. The key is to remember balance and not be afraid to experiment. Even one vibrant touch can transform the entire look.
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