Things that make us happy: wine-and-cheese nights, fresh-cut flowers, and new shoes. Luckily, our new footwear obsession, Frances Valentine, can help with one of those. The burgeoning brand from Kate Valentine Spade speaks to our love of all things modern, colorful, and a little quirky. Get the 411 from Kate herself in the video below, then check out the three trends our buyers can’t get enough of.
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Metallics
We may be in peak summer, but we’ll admit that we’re getting excited for fall style. And with it comes high-shine mega-metals. Pair your silver loafers or liquid-gold stilettos with plush fabrics, like velvet and suede, for “Hello, September” vibes.
Stripes
When it comes to printed shoes, black-and-white ballet flats are an eternally chic choice. Want to put a high-fashion spin on them? Wear socks with a block-heeled pair. It’s comfy and totally on-trend, in a slightly vintage way.
Pointed Toes
There’s a reason this silhouette has stood the test of time. Not only is it elongating, but it toes the line (see what we did there?) between sweetly polished and seriously sexy. Faux-fur bobbles and tartan add a touch of seasonal texture.
By Sophie Dodd, Staff Writer
