It’s Officially Spring, and H&M Just Dropped Every Chic Shoe Trend—5 Styles That Will Go First

If you’re looking to step into spring with a fresh perspective, a new shoe wardrobe is a good place to start. The good news? When it comes to spring footwear, the options are endless, and if there’s one high-street brand that consistently gets it right, it’s H&M.

This season, classic silhouettes have all been given a subtle refresh. Loafers have been reimagined in backless and eyelet styles, the humble flip-flop has been elevated with wedges and square toes, and just when it seemed ballet flats had been reinvented every possible way, glove-inspired designs have emerged to give the staple a new, more editorial feel.

As a shopping editor, I can always rely on H&M to capture the key trends of the season without making them feel overwhelming or unwearable. Scroll on to shop the spring shoe trends set to define 2026, according to H&M.

Shop The Best H&M Shoe Trends

1. Braided Ballet Flats

Style Notes: Texture is playing a big role this season, and braided ballet flats are one of the easiest ways to update your outfits. Paired with linen trousers, denim or relaxed shirting, they instantly make spring dressing feel more considered.

2. Slip-Ons

Style Notes: From backless loafers to heeled mules, slip-on shoes are the effortless solution to spring dressing, and H&M’s latest styles prove they can look incredibly polished.

3. Glove Ballet Flats

Style Notes: Just when it seemed the ballet flat couldn’t be reinvented again, the “glove” ballet flat arrived. With its slightly higher coverage and more fitted shape, it gives the classic style a sharper, more editorial feel.

4. Flip-Flops

Style Notes: Flip-flops are no longer reserved for poolside dressing—enter the fashion flip-flop. Rendered in expensive-looking square toes, leopard prints and even set on wedges and kitten heels, the humble silhouette has had a serious upgrade, and H&M is fully on board.

5. Pointed Slingbacks

Style Notes: If there’s one shoe H&M consistently gets right, it’s the pointed slingback. From the classic buckle style to minimal all-white designs, there’s always room for an elegant slingback in any wardrobe.