Spring has arrived, and so has sandal season! As much as I adore my ankle boots, it's time to set them aside, show off that pedicure and put some stylish new sandals into rotation. When it comes to my favorite sandals, I tend to reach for flat and embellished styles over and over again. Most importantly, they're comfortable, but they're also effortless to style with all my wardrobe staples: skinny denim, printed day dresses, floral rompers, and lace shorts. This spring, I'm eyeing all the top spring 2016 footwear trends, including mules and slides, lace-ups, and studded gladiators. Here are eight of my must-haves under $150.
If you're a fan of the '90s, then the resurgence of mule shoes may be music to your ears. With Mansur Gavriel's soon-to-sell-out minimalist suede versions and a multitude of similar styles under $150, there are plenty of ways to dip your toes into the trend. Sleek suede styles are perfect for warm weather ensembles. My top style tip for how to wear mules: to show them off, pair them with of-the-moment culottes, cropped trousers, midi skirts, or frayed-hem denim (like these and all of these styles). Need more mule shoe inspiration? Below, my favorite bloggers style their mules with a crisp and sophisticated palette of black and white. This is modern minimalism at its best.
With the recent resurgence of '70s-inspired styles, it's no surprise that retro accessories like the Chloé 'Faye' and 'Drew' saddle bags are dominating the street style scene. They come in a wide variety of sizes and colors, and their minimal design makes them an effortless choice for wearing with both casual and dressy ensembles. Celebrities such as Jada Pinkett Smith, Blake Lively, and Chrissy Teigen are fans. Unique equestrian-inspired hardware and versatile strap details make the Chloé Faye handbag a must-have. While the real deal could cost from $795 to $2400, there are a multitude of options to get the Chloé Faye handbag look for less. There are many Chloé Faye dupes to choose from, and I'm sharing my favorites here. November 21, 2019 update - Shop this Chloé Drew bag on sale under $800 before it's gone:
June 8, 2018 update - To get the Faye bag look for less, consider the See by Chloé "Joan" bag under $550. It has a similar ring detail, is made of leather, and can be worn with the top handle or the adjustable crossbody strap.
