There are few wardrobe staples as glorious as a summer dress. When you find the right one, it's magic. Whether it's a breathable fabric that drapes just right, an unexpected print that feels extra romantic, or a simple silhouette that somehow goes with everything, there's no arguing that a warm-weather dress is the season's bread and butter. Once you've nailed down a few that you love, your next step is to pick a pair of shoes to wear with it. Though we're in favor of securing a pair of cute sneakers and flat sandals to add to the rotation, we also strongly believe a pair of heels can make the appeal of a summer dress even stronger.
Right now, the heel trends we're seeing the most of are decidedly strappy iterations and low-heel interpretations. These relaxed-yet-refined shapes are ideal for wearing with summer dresses because they're not overly dressy but also add instant polish. To illustrate our point, we rounded up of seven standout dress-and-heel pairings from Instagram's most inspiring influencers. Scroll below and be sure to shop your favorite formulas for the months to come.
