Square Toe Phenomenon

It seems as if the square toe heel phenomenon has resurfaced this year. The trend is a big nod to 90’s fashion, which has also been creeping back into style over the last couple of years. Hate it or love it, the trend appears to be here to stay, along with teeny tiny backpacks and lingerie as daywear. Over here, we embrace this trend and hope to see it plant roots as the style staple it deserves to be. It seems that every site and every store we visit has its own version of this edgy shoe, from heeled flip-flops to square toe mules and even square toe boots or thin strapped square toe heels. There are so many variations to this trend that any woman at any age can find a pair to flaunt that new summer pedicure.

So, why do we love this trend? Yes, there’s a range of styles and yes, this style is not only sexy but it’s truly charmed us this summer. The square toe has brought edge and a daring new sense of confidence to our wardrobe. When we say wardrobe, we mean ​all of our wardrobe. This toe shape works with an array of items from our closet, such as our chino shorts, summer maxi or midi dresses, casual boyfriend jeans and yes we even dared to pair this chic style with a jogger sweatpant. The results were undeniable: this shoe makes any outfit not only complete but a bit daring as well. They are a simple upgrade to any outfit you put together this summer and the range of colors, heels and prints will guarantee that you will purchase more than one pair.

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Since this style is so hot and juicy at the moment, it's easy to be thinking about breaking the bank on a few pairs. There are so many cute styles out there and we wouldn’t blame you for being concerned about the damage done to your wallet in the heavenly name of shoes. It’s good you have a friend like us, because we’re going to share with you three pairs, each under $100 that will elevate your closet instead of demolishing your wallet.

The first is an unbelievable bargain, the. ​Marc Fisher Jared Ankle Strap ​is currently on sale for only $60 and it comes in six different shades and prints. We love this style because of the block heel and flirty straps and for the fact that it doesn’t sacrifice style for comfort. Order a pair in gold for a retro feel or in snakeskin print for a more contemporary take on this adorable sandal. Next, we want to highlight a more colorful and playful style, the ​Schutz Dileni Strappy Slide Sandal​. This bright orange, square toe sandal plays with knotted straps and a bamboo style stiletto heel to give your outfit that extra kick that it needs.

We are obsessed with this style and this price of only $74. We’re wearing these with a mid-thigh denim short and a classic white button down shirt and gold bangles to accent the warm, bright tones in this sandal. Okay guys, we’re going to end this list with our favorite pair of square toe shoes. This pair is a high heel style shoe with chic straps that wrap up the ankle. The ​Sam Edelman Leanne Strappy Sandal​, is currently on sale for $80 and is a sexy option for a date night or night out with friends. We’re going all out and pairing these snakeskin heels with a short, black satin slip dress with a low back and not much else.

So, we’ve given you the ideal list of square toe shoes. Whether you’re a veteran at this style or a newcomer, we’ve provided the best styles with you in mind. What’s the verdict? Are you committed to this look or are you still skeptical and clinging to your pointed toe stilettos? We have accepted this trend as one of our “trends we want to stay,” and it looks like it will, so you have all the time in the world to embrace this style and welcome it into your wardrobe. It will happen sooner or later, if it hasn’t already and we can guarantee that when you finally welcome this undeniably chic trend into your shopping bag and your closet that you will be addicted to this 90s phenomenon.

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