The 2023 Guide to What Shoes to Wear With Dresses

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@camillecharriere

Is it just me, or did the metallic-shoe trend kind of come out of nowhere? (Well, I guess Khaite's recent collections might've had something to do with it.) The street style throughout this fashion month has solidified it: Metallic shoes, especially silver ones, are going to be a thing for quite some time.

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@luciacuesta_

People are wearing Adidas soccer sneakers (Samba, Gazelle, etc.) with literally everything, and that includes dresses. I personally love the contrast this combo provides.

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@anaasaber

Mary Janes, whether flat or heeled, and dresses go hand in hand. They're the perfect match for sweet dresses but also add a cool contrast to less-sweet dress styles. The bottom line is you should wear them with any style you please.

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@anna__laplaca

Shoes with interesting, sculptural wedge heels feel fresh right now, and they add a modern edge to anything they're paired with. I especially love wedges with minidresses.

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@salome.mory

Knee boots and dresses are a no-brainer, but they're so popular right now that I couldn't leave them off the list. They work with any length of dress, which is always a plus.

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@chrissyford

Slingbacks add a dose of elegance to dresses, which is great for special occasions and the office. It's also a timeless style, so you don't have to worry about the "trend" fading away.

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@emilisindlev

Platforms aren't a new trend, but they're an enduring one. Fashion people love pairing them with short dresses especially.