Andessential, elegant, comfortable. These are the main characteristics of the women’s slippers most desired of the season. Not a passing trend, but a timeless shoe that every summer confirms itself as the indispensable ally of a casual chic look, to be worn from morning to evening. A silhouette with an innate charm that never stops making you fall in love.
Story of an icon: slippers Oran by Hermès
“Basically I wanted a non-shoe, walking barefoot but wearing impeccably made shoes ». With these words Pierre Hardy explained the concept behind the birth of one of the maison’s most loved and famous creations Hermès: the sandals Oran. Designed by the French designer in the late nineties and characterized by the H-shaped upper, with the passage of time these simple and sophisticated slippers have become a cult object, highly sought after in all their variations of materials, colors and heels, and still worn today by an army of celebs and influencers. Leading the way to a trend that knows no decline.
The trends of the season
Following in the footsteps and success of Hermès models, there are many fashion houses that this summer offer their version of comfortable and elegant slippers. Prada has chosen to focus on a two-tone pattern decorated with the logo, for already viral footwear. Balenciaga declined in version slide the details of the It Bag The Cagolewhile Bottega Veneta does not renounce the woven leather motif on high quality low-cut mules.
The Prada fabric sandals are characterized by a two-tone pattern and the front logo
For those looking for slippers that will never go out of style, you can’t go wrong choosing the mule without heel of Saint Laurentsandals with logo cut out from Gucci or slippers with buckle by Salvatore Ferragamo. Essential and sophisticated, they can be worn from morning to night with comfort and class.
How to wear women’s slippers in Summer 2022
Of all the summer shoes, flat or low heel slippers are undoubtedly the easiest to combine, thanks to their multifaceted and versatile nature. A minimal but effective design ensures equally breathtaking looks, whether they are made up of light dresses, linen trousers, ankle-length skirts or masculine-cut Bermuda shorts. In the city or at the seaside, with leather slippers you will never miss an element of elegance.
For evening events or more formal occasions, the slipper to choose is enriched with precious details or shiny elements, such as the studs now symbolic of the maison Valentino. The most unexpected model? The one with PVC upper, signed Gianvito Rossi.
Anine Bing’s leather sandals with criss-cross straps are perfect to wear with a pair of jeans or a midi skirt
All that remains is to venture into this sultry summer with a pair of beautiful slippers on your feet.
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