The Laces Trend

I love shoes! With that said, I tend to purchase shoes that I think that are the most versatile. I have a couple special occasion heels but for the most part I have shoes that can go from jeans to an interview to an evening out.   I also like my shoes to last. I have had shoes for years upon years. If I spend good money on shoes, I want them to last from one season to the next. I believe in maximizing my dollar when it comes to shoes as best I can. So I might be slow to jump on a new shoe trend unless I think it can be versatile and meet the necessary criteria.

Now laces are appearing on shoes everywhere! Booties, pumps and even flats are stepping it up with the addition of laces this season. This added detail gives your shoes a little something extra. They pair well with jeans or a skirt/dress when you are looking to give your outfit a little boost. Let's say you're wearing jeans and a white t-shirt. Add a pair of lace up pointy toe pumps and you're outfit went from boring to trendy!

Shoes really can make an outfit. And these shoes will not disappoint!

Sam Edelman Helaine Ghillie Pointy Toe Pump

Daya by Zendaya Aaron Pointy Toe Pump

Vince Camuto Barsha Lace-up Pump

Vince Camuto Chenai Wraparound Lace Bootie

Sam Edelman Abbie Bootie

Callisto Tian Ghillie Lace Pointy Toe Flat

Louise et Cie Abri Pointy Toe Ghillie Flat

The Open Toe Ankle Bootie

I love the look of an open toe ankle bootie. With that said, I resisted buying a pair at first. I couldn't figure out when I would ever wear it! I like more practical items that I can get more use out of. These do not fall into that category. They have to be worn in perfect weather... just a hint of cool and completely dry. When does that weather pattern happen? Well, now actually!

End of Summer/Beginning of Fall is a great time for these shoes! They can be very versatile in your wardrobe so you can get a decent number of wears in during the season if you pair them with everything! From jeans to skirts, dresses and more, these ankle booties will go casual on the weekend, dress up for dinner out and then get serious for work on Monday!

I love the look of an ankle bootie with a dress or a skirt but hesitated to wear it as I'm only 5'1. As a petite gal, ankle booties are usually not recommended because they cut your leg at your ankle and give the illusion of being shorter than you are. Not something you want as a petite. However, I noticed that an ankle bootie in a nude color didn't have that same affect. So don't feel left out fellow petites... in a nude color, you too can pull of this look with a dress or skirt!

Here is a pair that I purchased a couple of years ago from Ann Taylor. They cut out detail offers that little something extra to these nude booties!

Above Photography: Beth O'Brien Photography

If you're looking to add a new pair of open toe booties to your closet, check out a few selections that I've highlighted below!

Vince Gabbrielle Open Toe Booties

Joie Zippered Suede Booties

Klub Nico Mirelle Cutout Bootie

Vince Camuto Kabira Strappy Sandal

Okay, I realize this last pair is actually labeled as a sandal shoe but you can see the similarity to a bootie so I think it will work great until the weather temperatures start to dip! Go find the right bootie style for you!