With the start of a new season on the horizon, all of us at Who What Wear are eagerly looking to figure out which trends will be on everyone's wish lists for spring. Personally, my eyes are fixed on footwear, in particular flat shoes. I—and my feet—are eternally grateful for the popularity of heel-less footwear, which has only grown in sartorial sophistication over the past decade. Classic styles like loafers and ballet flats have had something of a modern renaissance, reclaimed from preppy symbol to bonafide fashion essential, with fresh iterations from designers and high-street favourites alike. Then there are trainers, which now come in so many silhouettes and colours that it's almost impossible to know which to choose.
So what will S/S 2025 have in store? My investigations have yielded a number of predictions. I'm calling it that the focus will mainly be around colour and texture. Flat in silhouette but certainly not in character, the 2025 top shoes are the kind of bold pieces that can instantly elevate even the simplest outfit, with animal print, metallics and blush pink at the top of the trending charts. For the modern minimalist, there are sleek takes on the classics, such as suede loafers—the perfect addition to a white jean outfit. Whatever your personal style, these flat shoes are guaranteed to score you sartorial points this season—and come in handy for years to come.
FLAT SHOE TRENDS 2025:
1. Silver
Style Notes: Metallics may be associated with the festive party scene, but silver will continue to pop up in spring, too. Follow Camille's example and use silver flats to add a fun twist to casual ensembles, whether you opt for the Scandi-inspired look of Mary Janes with jeans or the Noughties nostalgic look of ballet flats.
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These would look equally good with jeans and dresses.
So good with baggy blue jeans.
These would look beautiful day or night.
Nail two trends in one with these mesh silver flats.
This buckle style is just as cute as it is cool.
2. Animal Print
Style Notes: If you loved the resurgence of the leopard print trend over the past few months, good news—it's going nowhere for spring. In fact, the options are expanding to cover all animal print, with the likes of snake print and cow joining leopard as a top choice, too.
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Animal print shoes get bonus points if they're textured.
Supremely elegant.
Minimalists and maximalists alike are lusting after these flats right now.
The perfect match for black trousers or jeans.
Just add indigo jeans.
3. Suede Loafers
Style Notes: Loafers are the classic flat shoe that everyone needs to own, and so it's no surprise that they'll be a fixture this year. They may not be the most practical for rainy British weather days, but suede loafers are undeniably chic, and are a great option to pull out on those dry days to provide an elegant touch to any outfit.
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Top of my wish list right now!
This Arket pair looks especially chic with navy tones, don't you think?
Proof that suede loafers don't have to break the bank.
I love the chunky sole.
Gucci may be the go-to for designer loafers, but I'm personally eyeing up this suede Prada pair.
4. Green Trainers
Style Notes: It wouldn't be a flat shoe trend round up without a trainer. While red was the top trainer colour last year, I'm predicting that green will knock it off the top spot this year. Whether you opt for an olive tone or a brighter hue, you'll find a green trainer will always brighten up your look.
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I love the mixture of tones and textures.
These would look so cool with cream jeans.
Everyone is loving COS' suede trainers on TikTok.
So retro.
I'm such a fan of this muted green aesthetic.
5. Pointed Toe
Style Notes: The ideal flat shoe trend for self-described minimalists, pointed toe flats are the elevated option that work for so many scenarios. Imbued with an effortless sophistication, this season there are plenty of iterations to choose from.
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I'm obsessed with how elegant these flats are.
I thought white shoes looked cheap, but picturing these with a full skirt and cardigan just changed my mind.
Another double trend winner.
Ticking off the silver trend and pointed-toe trend, all in one.
The exact pair Jeanette is wearing.
