Espadrilles: when to wear them? 10 models for every occasion
Espadrilles are the typical summer shoes which are often difficult to give up. When even the ballet flats become too heavy, or you are looking for an alternative other than a sandal, espadrilles appear. But when to put them? What are the best moments and occasions to wear them?
Summer is a lot of free time, thankfully, and so there is more than an ideal time to wear these shoes with the typical rope sole and fabric upper. We must also add that the brands that offer espadrilles have revisited them a lot in recent times, and so you can also find leather espadrilles, or with rubber soles, flat like ballet flats, or with wedges, as an alternative to sandals with heels or the same ones. wedges. In the vast selection of models and excuses to wear them, we have thought of 10 occasions for you to wear 10 different espadrille models.
Have fun discovering them all with us!
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1. Wedge espadrilles: for a romantic evening with your man
Wedge espadrilles are certainly the most loved and most sought after. They are an "excellent alternative to sandals with heels, and often give that touch of elegance and sex appeal that makes them ideal also for the evening. And in fact we recommend that you wear them on the occasion of a romantic evening, a" summer evening out with your him maybe, or a first date. You can combine them with slip dresses, or long dresses. To be higher, as an alternative to wedges you can choose espadrilles with platform, the horizontal plateau that makes the entire sole higher and not just the toe.
2. Leather espadrilles: your concert shoes
Summer is the season par excellence to listen to live music, possibly outdoors. Dressing for a concert or festival is not as simple as it seems, and the choice of shoes also becomes problematic. One possibility among many, however, are the espadrilles. They're more informal than ballet flats, safer and more solid than sandals, and if you choose leather espadrilles you will have that rock touch you need. If the music of the concert is pop, you could instead choose yellow or red espadrilles, trendy colors of summer 2016 for these shoes.
3. Do you want a sexy look? Try the espadrilles with laces!
The most sensual model of espadrilles is the one with laces. They usually start from the ankle, and can be woven along the calf like a slave sandal. Often then the espadrilles with laces look just like sneakers, with the strings that pass on the back of the foot (and can also be tightened). One version is more sensual and provocative, the other is purely sporty. The choice of how to interpret the laces is up to you ... and the occasion in which to wear these shoes.
4. Lace espadrilles: suitable for all ages
Lace espadrilles, with their elegance, are more suitable for women of a certain age, but they are also ideal for girls. More suitable for the day, especially those of light lace, they have that extra touch that allows you to use them at a festive lunch, at the beach or in the city, or if you want to match your summer dress in a more elegant way. The same goes for the little ones: lace espadrilles are the ideal shoes for special occasions when, however, you have to be free to play or go for walks in the park.
5. Alternative looks with ethnic espadrilles
The ethnic espadrilles are those with upper in fabric printed with tribal and folk themes. Ethnic prints are a great spring summer classic, and seasonal shoes shouldn't be outdone either. Even if you don't want to combine too many prints, and especially to spice up the light-colored summer looks, you should try this type of espadrille. In the summer, many often prefer a total white look, or with colors typical of the safari look such as beige, sand or light brown: in this case, an ethnic espadrille will make your look more particular and less flat. The choice of prints is very wide, and you can have fun combining them with your favorite summer looks.
6. Dare to a ceremony with elegant espadrilles
Espadrilles are not necessarily suitable for casual situations and nothing else. If you want to dare and amaze everyone, and if the occasion allows it, you could try formal espadrilles. For a baptism, a communion or a confirmation, which perhaps includes an informal reception, such as a picnic or a lunch in a farmhouse, elegant espadrilles are perfect. You will find some with laces like ballerina ribbons, others with embroidery, decorations and glitter, still others in lace or crochet: they are all variants suitable for a religious ceremony and the following reception. Getting dressed for a baptism or a communion is not easy , but if you think there are even bridal espadrilles, then you can dare too!
7. Long live the 90s! Denim espadrilles are coming
The 90s trend of this spring summer is bearing many fruits: one of these is the great return of jeans, the most loved fabric of that decade. Shoes are no exception, and here comes a rich choice of denim espadrilles. , casual and full of imagination. It is precisely this mood of cheerfulness and disengagement that makes denim espadrilles suitable for afternoon outings with friends, for a shopping trip or an aperitif, or for playing with children in the park. jeans are the jolly shoes that you can also wear all day, for almost any occasion.
8. Summer evenings? With black espadrilles on your feet
What shoes to wear on a summer evening? The choice between sandals, ballet flats and espadrilles is always fun, but if you opt for this last alternative, black espadrilles are ideal. Why? dark and therefore very suitable for the evening, and often offer you the double choice of material: fabric or leather? A pair of black leather espadrilles will come in handy when you are looking for a pair of shoes with a certain sex appeal, but also very comfortable and informal.
9. Cheap espadrilles: carefree at the beach
Cheap espadrilles are the perfect ally for going to the beach, or for trips out of town, because you can "consume" them without too many thoughts and without having to be too careful. In the summer, on holiday in the cities or at the sea, it happens to take long walks , and light and comfortable espadrilles are better than slippers or flip-flops. This is why espadrilles are right in the beachwear collections of 2016, among tank tops and sarongs for the beach. A low cost but resistant pair will therefore be for you, and As you well know by now, "cheap" does not mean ugly, quite the opposite: many low cost fashion brands offer espadrilles of all types and patterns, with prices ranging from 5 to 20 euros.
10. Did you know that there are also bridal espadrilles?
You won't believe it, or maybe you already know it, but there are also bridal espadrilles. Obviously they are white, perhaps decorated with lace or crochet fabrics, and they do not always have platforms or wedges. In fact, the more alternatives among brides can choose flat espadrilles, to be combined with boho or hippy-style wedding dresses. ideal for wearing bridal espadrilles is in fact a wedding on the beach or in a park, or in the immediate vicinity. You can also decide to have two pairs of wedding shoes: the official ones, with standard heels, for the ceremony, and those more relaxed and restful, the espadrilles, for the reception. However, it is important to remember that they are only "allowed" if the theme or style of the wedding is country, or is an outdoor lunch or picnic.
Choose your favorite espadrilles of summer 2016!
Fortunately, all the models of espadrilles that we have described to you for each occasion will be easily found in stores in summer 2016. All brands, expensive or low cost, offer espadrilles with wedges, more elegant or cheaper, very colorful, especially yellow , orange and red, or black or white skin. The choice is yours!
