The most popular ugly shoes this summer


Once again, Ugly Chic is back in the fashion world, but this time the protagonist is not clothes, bags, but shoes.

This summer, all kinds of "ugly shoes" returned to popularity and became a popular single item. Even Crocs and Birkenstocks, two "ugly shoes" representatives, have also been on the hot search.

From Loewe to Miu Miu to Khaite, the most fashionable fashion brands have launched shoes that don't look so "beautiful".

The latest case is Balenciaga, not long ago held in Shanghai spring 25 series launch show, two exaggerated shoes, is the fire circle, is expected to be the latest explosion.

Bottega Veneta creative director Matthieu Blazy explained this "ugly fashion" phenomenon in an interview, referring to the concept in the History of Ugliness by Italian scholar Umberto Eco, which argues that "ugliness is more interesting than beauty."

So is the popularity of "ugly shoes" this year really just because they look more interesting?

European and American stars who dress in a more relaxed state are a pair of birkenstocks in the summer. It's not pretty, but it's comfortable and versatile, and it's stylish when you wear it right.

So, the key word for this summer's shoe trend is "ugly" and comfortable.

Foot bag, Japanese for "cloth socks." But instead of elastic socks and shoes that tightly wrap around the feet, this year's trend is for bare-footed shoes that look like cloth bags or nets.

The previously popular Alaia mesh ballet shoes already have a little bit of the meaning of bare feet. The unique mesh material combined with the classic structure of ballet shoes, comfortable and easy to wear, more freshness.

The new style is on the basis of the mesh shoes to increase the design of metal buckle, a lot of exquisite luxury.

Its "flat version" is the Spanish fashion brand parfois gauze ballet shoes, the upper foot is also very "naked".

Although these shoes look weird and ugly, but unexpectedly good match. Whether commuting suit, pants, or party dress, you can use this pair of shoes.

Of course, The most consistent "bare foot shoes" standard, or The Row's nylon slippers. Directly named "Sock", just like wearing a pair of fresh breathable socks and shoes.

Because of the hot sale of this pair of shoes, a variety of affordable versions also continue to appear. Recently, the most popular is Arket's gauze ballet shoes, which are available in black, white, red and other colors.

Although there are many colors, I did not expect that the most popular is the small red shoes that are difficult to wear at a glance.

Yeah, well, since we both chose weird, bare-footed shoes, it makes sense that they're bright.

Bloggers have paired it with near-toned pink dresses, or more everyday grey dress pants, providing us with a variety of outfit inspiration.

In keeping with the trend, try it this summer.

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