Summer is finally here and that means only one thing—it’s time to reintroduce denim shorts back into my wardrobe rotation. Unlike previous years, however, I’m far more excited to whip out my denim shorts this summer. Inspired by the shoe trends that have been growing for the past six months, this season promises superior styling options than the ones that came before.
No longer bound only to strappy sandals or chunky trainers pairings, I’ve chronicled 5 emerging shoe trends that look the chicest with denim shorts for summer 2024. Read on to discover my new formulas…
THE BEST SHOES TO WEAR WITH DENIM SHORTS
1. BALLET FLATS
Style Notes: Contrast the casual nature of a pair of denim short and style them up with a pretty ballet flat. Offering a comfortable stride and a polished silhouette, the denim shorts and ballet flats pairing is set to be everywhere this summer
SHOP BALLET FLATS:
COS
Square-Toe Ballet Flats
The square-toe ballet flats trend is taking off this summer.
Mango
Bow Leather Ballerina
Wear with denim shorts or style with a pretty summer dress.
The red shoe trend isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.
2. FLIP FLOPS
Style Notes: Denim shorts and flips flops are a mainstay in my wardrobe from June until September. To give this classic combo an elevated feel this year I’ll be opting for a leather flip flop over rubber, and every now and then I’ll be swapping out my cut-offs for a trending pair of jorts.
SHOP FLIP FLOPS:
The Row
City Leather Flip Flops
The leather composition elevates the feel of these no-fuss flip flops.
COS
Sculptural Eva Flip Flops
Style with baggy jeans for an easy weekend ensemble.
Ancient Greek Sandals
Saionara Leather Flip Flops
These also come in five other shades.
3. HEELED SLINGBACKS
Style Notes: Just like their longline tailored sisters, denim shorts can be dressed up, too. Style with a mid-heel slingback and a pretty blouse for a day-to-night look you’ll want to keep coming back to.
SHOP HEELED SLINGBACKS:
Toteme
The Sharp Croc-Effect Leather Slingback Pumps
These elegant slingbacks are at the top of my wish list.
Reformation
Margarita Slingback Heel
These also come in two other colours including a pretty pink shade.
& Other Stories
Block-Heel Leather Slingback Pumps
Style with a colourful sock or wear on its own.
4. FISHERMAN SANDALS
Style Notes: Every year I practically count down the days until I can slip back into my favourite pair of fisherman sandals—and there’s nothing I’d rather wear them with than a pair of classic denim shorts. Comfortable, cool, and so easy to style, this is a fool-proof summer ensemble I’ll always look forward to wearing.
SHOP FISHERMAN SANDALS HERE:
These comfortable leather sandals will soon mould to your feet perfectly.
Anthropologie
Fisherman Sport Sandals
These also come in a metallic silver shade.
Russell & Bromley
Fisherman Sandal
This pretty brown shade styles so well with white and light blue denim.
5. SLIDES
Style Notes: These souped up slippers are a warm weather no-brainer. Sip them on with a longline jorts or a cropped pair of shorts for a casual get up you’ll feel comfortable in all day.
SHOP SLIDES:
Alaia
Ribbed Leather Slides
These are already on their way to selling out.
Reformation
Joey Asymmetrical Flat Slide
The chocolate brown colour trend is taking off this summer.
Acne Studios
Leather Slides
These sculptural slips are designed to emulate the look of a knot.
