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    #ShoesFirst: The spring trend edit

    How to shop the spring shoe trends now...

    By Caroline Leaper
    Published 25 April 2016 In Features

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    How to shop the spring shoe trends now...

    New season, new shoe trends. Yes, as we begin to switch-up our wardrobes ahead of the impending warmer weather, it's also time to embrace those new spring shoe trends. Here's our guide to getting it right.

    From sturdy block heel sandals to sleek minimalist sliders, crisp white trainers to sky-high metallic heels - there's a whole host of covetable options to tempt you to try something new.

    Colour-wise, spring favours the bold. A shot of rainbow will no doubt inject an instant shot of cool to your current autumnal wares. Or, for something a little less punchy, go for cool classics and wear-with-everything tan hues.

    Anything lace-up and suede will dress-up your denim with ease. Look to LK Bennett for festival-inspired styles, and Joie for chic flat options.

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    Perhaps the easiest, and most wearable trend of the bunch, the trainer really is the do-it-all, hero style for Spring. Maje has it covered with their white and gold creation. Just add a floaty midi dress and a chunky leather biker to finish.

    The 90s mule has had a new-season makeover and now comes in a selection of edgy backless styles. Sleek navy styles come from Next, while you'll find standout metallic styles from Office.

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    If you're wary of anything too high, why not slip into an equally chic pair of pointed flats from Russell & Bromley.

    Whether you're planning to recharge your workwear wardrobe or slip into something new for spring - we've got all the hottest styles in our new season edit.

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    #ShoesFirst: The spring trend edit

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    Topshop Heels, £69
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    Metallics are big news for spring, so much so, we'll be slipping into this cool sling back loafer from Topshop.

    Spring Shoes

    Lk Bennett, £225
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    Just add a denim midi dress and a punchy red lip to complete your SS16 look.

    Spring Shoes

    Jigsaw Mule, £129
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    Slip on this blue suede mule and watch your outfit transform in an instant.

    Spring Shoes

    Mint And Rose Shoes, 99.95
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    Meet your new season espadrille, courtesy of Mint and Rose.

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    Zara Heels, £59.99
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    You can't go far wrong with a white chunky heeled sandal, and this purse-friendly pair from Zara is about as chic as it gets.

    Geox Darline Sandals

    Geox Darline Sandals, £100
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    The hiking sandal is still one of the hottest trends around, and Geox has it covered with this Darline sandal.

    90s Shoes at Schuh

    Schuh Platform Sandals, £50
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    Go high or go home with this platform pair from Schuh.

    Spring Shoes

    Valentino At Selfridges Patent Courts, £495
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    Valentino's signature style pump is back in a new sassy colour. Head to Selfridges to bag yourself a pair and team with cropped denim flares and an oversized white shirt.

    ankle boots

    Stuart Weitzman Ankle Boots, £420
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    Suede is always a winning choice, season after season. Go for something striking to wear with all those new floaty spring frocks and try Stuart Weitzman's block heel ankle boot.

    Spring Shoes

    Vince Camuto, £82.50
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    The Gladiator-style sandal reigns supreme for SS16, and we think this style from Vince Camuto is the chicest way to work the trend.

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    Topshop Heels, £29
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    If you invest in just one shoe trend this season, let it be the lace-up. Try Topshop for this black suede style with gold heels.

    Next

    Next slides, £22
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    Less is more when it comes to workwear options, and Next's black slide is the perfect choice.

    Spring Shoes

    Ursula Mascaro, £239
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    Got a spring wedding on the calendar? These black suede heels from Ursula Mascaro should be high on your wish list.

    Spring Shoes

    Russell And Bromley, £175
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    Flat, suede and pointed - this is the chicest flat for your workwear wardrobe.

    Uterque Wedding Shoes

    Uterque Wedding Shoes, £110
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    Wear with distressed denim and a breton, or go all out glam and pair with something floaty and printed during wedding season - this pair is well worth a look.

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    Uterque Heels, £90
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    Barely-there, scalloped and coming in at under £100 - this pair tops our spring wish list.

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    Saint Laurent Sandals, £430
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    If fancy flat sandals is your thing, go for this lace-up pair from Saint Laurent.

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    Zara Espadrilles, £29.99
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    The espadrille just got posh. Wear this monochrome pair with ankle-grazing jeans and a striped shirt to get your look right.

    Fit Flop Slide

    Fit Flop Slide, £90
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    Metallic, flat and ultra-comfy - this pair has shot straight to the top of our wish list.

    Spring Shoes

    Sol Sana Flats, £60
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    The coolest and easiest trend to take on this spring is undoubtedly the slider. Go for a low key look and try this black double strap option from Sol Sana.

    Spring Shoes

    Tommy Hilfiger Espadrilles, £60
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    No wardrobe is complete without an espadrille, and Tommy Hilfiger has it covered with this navy pair.

    Spring Shoes

    Senso Sandals At Harvey Nichols, £170
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    White, lace-up and coming with a cool metallic heel - this Senso style from Harvey Nichols should be high on your new season shopping list.

    Spring Shoes

    River Island, £40
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    What to wear with all that off-duty denim? Try this lace-up sandal from River Island.

    Spring Shoes

    Office Shoes, £68
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    We love a designer-inspired pair of heels with a high street price tag, and you'll find plenty of those, including this metallic style, at Office this spring.

    Spring Shoes

    Reiss Vivi At Very Exclusive, £130
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    Rose gold is a great choice this season, and we think Reiss has the sleekest sandal on around to take on the trend.

    Spring Shoes

    Mango, £89.99
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    It's all about the tassel this season, and we think this cool chunky sandals is the best way to work the trend.

    Spring Shoes

    Melissa Shoes, £80
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    Looking for a new pool slide? Try this white style from Melissa Shoes.

    Spring Shoes

    Loriblu Heels, £280
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    The ultimate style for matching up with all those spring prints, this Loriblu heel is a wining choice.

    Spring Shoes

    Maje Trainers, £239
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    If you buy just one trainer this season, let it be this gold pair from Maje.

    Spring Shoes

    Lacoste, £110
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    Take on the sportswear trend of the season in this chunky sandal from Lacoste.

    Spring Shoes

    Joie, $285
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    Joie has your do-it-all sandal sorted with this lace-up pair.

    Spring Shoes

    Jones Bootmaker, £79
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    Smart, stylish with a wearable heel - try this tan suede option for sleek workwear dressing,

    Spring Shoes

    Giorgio Armani Flats, £430
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    Still not found the perfect lace-up flat? Here's our top pick from Giorgio Armani.

    Spring Shoes

    Havianas Espadrilles, £30
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    That's our summer shoes sorted, then.

    Spring Shoes

    Dune Espadrilles, £70
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    Wear with jeans and a breton now, and a floaty frock in summer - this is the hardest working pair of flats around.

    Spring Shoes

    Fiorentini And Baker, 360
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    The platform is back, and this looks like the chicest, and most wearable style out there.

    Spring Shoes

    Cocorose London Ballet Flat, £115
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    The ballet flat is back, and we're celebrating by slipping into this pair from Cocorose London.

    Spring Shoes

    Ash Mantra Sandals, £169
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    Chunky sandals are the look du jour this season, and we think this monochrome pair from Ash is well worth a look.

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