Step out in style with shoe fashions for 2021

Stepping back into the world once again to enjoy all that it has to offer sounds like a good excuse to check your shoes are up to the job.

We’ve all spent a lot more time indoors over the past year making shoes, well, less necessary. Most likely your choice of footwear has been slippers, trainers or wellies (for those daily walks!).

Smart shoes have certainly been less in demand.

Now though, it’s time to turn your attention to your treads. Whether you are heading back to the office, getting ready to enjoy a night out or want to look your best on holiday make sure you put your best foot forward.

And for children it might be time to get an overdue shoe fitting booked in…

Women’s shoe fashions summer 2021

It’s been a wet start to the sunny season, which emphasises the need for versatility in the footwear department in the UK (read that as plenty of shoes to cover all eventualities).

The clouds no doubt will part for some glorious summer sunshine soon enough, so make a smart pair of sandals a top choice – these will see you through trips to the pub, days at the office and strolls around town.

Whether you are dressing up or taking it easy this season’s sandals will have a style to match, look out for:

Flatforms – sandals and flip flop designs given a chunky overhaul with a platform sole. This is one of the key footwear trends for the summer.
Heels – low heels are everywhere teamed with a sandal design, or as a 90s throwback mule.
Leather – classic looks reign supreme with leather sandals with crossed straps, straight straps or even knotted straps leading the charge.
Sporty/hiking – Velcro strapped, sensible, supportive sandals will be making a welcome return, on the high street as well as the hillside.

For those of you looking to hold onto your creature comforts and shun heels, sliders remain a huge high street hit with lots of choice and brands on offer.

Away from sandals, glitzy high-heeled strappy shoes are in vogue for a night out, white trainers continue their popularity march and jazzed up ballet pumps will see you through any situation.

Check out the latest women’s shoe styles at Phase Eight, Hobbs, New Look and Marks and Spencer.

Men’s shoe fashions summer 2021

The white trainer trend also continues apace for men, with minimalist trainers offering a good summer look.

For men wanting a more lightweight shoe, canvas slip-ons remain hugely popular, along with lace-up canvas pumps.

Men can also enjoy the resurgence in leather sandals, with plenty of new styles – and of course Birkenstocks remain a key summer choice.

For a night out, or for a smart office look, loafers are once again in fashion – or if you are after a more traditional shoe, brogues are always a good option.

With the changeable weather, if you are looking for an investment that will see you through the year, the versatile yet fashionable desert boot is the way forward.

For a great choice of men’s shoes look to Fat Face, Crew Clothing and Trespass.

Shoes for kids 2021

One of the major challenges of the lockdowns, from a shopping point of view, has been getting your child’s ever-growing feet measured. Having correctly fitting shoes is essential to a child’s development.

While school shoes often take a priority, there are lots of great summery styles around for kids to enjoy over the summer holidays.

Canvas shoes embrace popular trends in youngsters’ fashion, with tie-dyed designs and florals being omnipresent.

Bright, stylish trainers will bring a smile to their face, while just like their parents, youngster can kick back in style wearing sliders.

For comfy, well fitting and stylish kids’ shoes head to Marks and Spencer or JoJo Maman Bébé.

Head to Marriotts Walk to browse our selection of shops and enjoy a bite to eat at a choice of:

Marriotts Walk has introduced measures to help all shoppers feel safe. Please wear a face mask, follow one-way systems and sanitise your hands to help stop the spread of Covid 19.

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Step out in style with shoe fashions for 2021

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