Essential Shoes for Spring & Summer

Is your closet filled with cute shoes but you never felt like you have the right pair to pull together your outfits? In this blog post and video I share the shoes every girl should own – these are the six pairs of shoes you need in your closet to make getting dressed easy. These are the essential shoes for spring & summer, women over 50 style!

If you love fashion over 50, these are the must-have shoes to ensure you always have the right pair to look stylish. I share style advice about the shoe wardrobe essentials you need to create amazing outfits.

This post is all about essential shoes for spring and summer, women over 50 style!

Essential Shoes = Capsule Shoes

Capsule shoes are the most basic shoes you need in your closet, so you have a pair of shoes to dress and look fashionable for any occasion. They are a small collection of neutral shoes that go with everything in your wardrobe.

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1. Raffia Nude Flat Sandals

One step away from barefoot, these flat raffia nude sandals are both stylish and comfortable. Perfect for wearing with a pair of shorts, tapered jeans or joggers. Fashionable, easy to slide on and you are ready to go.

The raffia sandals I am wearing are a few years old, so they are no longer available. However, I found this cute pair of similar sandals that look equally stylish if you’re in the market for a pair of flat sandals for summer.

2. Rothy’s Nude Pointed Toe Flats

The most comfortable pair of shoes I own, Rothy’s pointed toe nude flats are the shoe of dreams! They are a perfect pair of flat shoes for pairing with khaki shorts whether you are wearing a casual denim jacket outfit, or with a navy blue silk sleeveless wrap blouse and white silk cardigan for a smart casual look.

Also ideal to wear with a khaki utility jacket, a pair of white tapered jeans, and pink scarf for a cooler spring or summer afternoon.

Navy Silk Wrap Blouse with Khaki Bermuda Short

LilySilk Navy Blue Silk Sleeveless Wrap Blouse, LilySilk White Silk Cardigan, Khaki Bermuda Shorts, Rothy’s Pointed Toe Nude Flats

Khaki Shorts Outfit with Nude Pointed Toe Flats

Denim Jacket, Blue Paisley Shirt, Khaki Bermuda Shorts

Khaki Cargo Jacket and White Jeans Outfit

Khaki Utility Jacket, White Tapered Jeans, Pink Scarf

3. Nude Wedge Heel Sandals

So polished and chic, nude wedge heels elevate an outfit beautifully and are perfect for resort wear outfits. Especially if you’re not a fan of high heels, these are the perfect go-to smart casual summer sandals to add to your wardrobe.

Nude wedge heels look elegant with a pair of tapered jeans, but also look very stylish with this Sandra Darren Sleeveless Teal Printed Dress, paired with a LilySilk White Silk Cardigan, structured Teddy Blake 9″ Camel Kim Stampetto Bag, and Mint Green & Teal Scarf. Beautiful all spring and summer long!

Grey Beige Linen Blazer with White Jeans Outfit

Tan Linen Blazer (similar), LilySilk White Sleeveless Silk Blouse, White Tapered Jeans, Mint Green & Teal Scarf, Nude Wedge Heels

teal print resort wear dress with white silk cardigan

Sandra Darren Sleeveless Teal Printed Dress, LilySilk White Silk Cardigan, Teddy Blake 9″ Camel Kim Stampetto Bag, Mint Green & Teal Scarf

4. Nude Strappy Sandals

While nude strappy sandals may not be shoes you reach for everyday, they are shoes that you absolutely need in your closet when you want to wear that beautiful, colorful dress and black or white shoes just won’t work. Also perfect for wearing with a cocktail dress or a long formal dress.

While nude strappy sandals are ideal for dresses, they also are a fabulous pair of spring and summer sandals to reach for when you want to elevate a more casual look.

women's leather motorcycle jacket with midi nude skirt outfit

Nude Strappy Sandals (similar)

White Joggers Outfit with Nude Strappy Sandals

Navy Cargo Jacket (similar), White Linen Joggers (similar)

5. Nude Pumps

One of the most worn pair of shoes in my closet during spring and summer, I love the way my Naturalizer nude pumps elevate the look with a pair of white tapered jeans, go with EVERYTHING and make my legs look longer than they are.

Perfect for all of your smart casual looks too, whether you are heading into the office or out for dinner. Nude pumps are sleek, stylish and very fashionable for everyday.

Black Sleeveless Mock Turtleneck with Khaki Trousers Outfit

Tan (Biscotti) ankle pants, sleeveless mock turtleneck shirt, Naturalizer Nude Pumps

Pink Double-Breasted Blazer, Pink Sequin Tank Top, White Tapered Jeans, Nude Heels, Pearl Necklace, Pearl Stud Earrings

Tan Linen Blazer (similar),Black Tank Dress, Skinny Black Belt (similar), Nude Heels, Silver Omega Necklace (similar), Pacita Sterling Cuff Bracelet, Pearl Stud Earrings

6. White Leather Sneakers

Newer to my closet, I am loving these white leather Adidas sneakers to create that cool girl vibe! Sneakers are comfortable to wear and extend the usefulness of your dress wardrobe. They are the perfect pair of comfortable shoes to dress down an otherwise dressy dress.

A pink utility jacket paired with a sweater dress looks very stylish with a pair of white leather sneakers. Add this DKNY White Graffiti Camera Bag to polish off this outfit perfectly.

Also great to wear with a denim jacket, nude sleeveless mock turtleneck shirt, and Olive Wide Leg Linen Pants. Such a stylish look for bopping around on a Saturday afternoon with the girls.