I Thought This Shoe Trend Was Over, But Now I'm Here for It

Just when we thought we'd seen it all, yet another trend we thought was over is slowly coming back to life. I never thought I'd see the day when I got behind wedge sandals again, but that day has arrived.

Gen Z would call the wedge sandals we once knew and loved "cheugy," but the 2022 rendition is anything but that. Blending together Y2K motifs like PVC, baby pink, and sometimes even animal print, the wedges that have been gracing my Instagram feed are none like we've ever seen before. Fashion people have caught on quickly because it didn't take long for me to see all of them wearing the trend at once. Scroll below to shop the chic ways that they've been wearing them. 

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Effortless summer outfits are taken to the next level when you finish them off with a pair of wedge sandals. I'll be wearing my matching sets over and over again with a simple switch-up of accessories.

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When wearing wedge sandals, it's not the time to play it safe. Take risks by pairing yours with a minidress that's just as bold.

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Add a romantic perspective to the biker persona by choosing a pair of wedge sandals. This ensemble is totally '80s and such a fun way to show off your personal style.

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If you thought you loved wedge sandals, just wait until you see this platform-wedge hybrid. After watching shoes like this grace the runways last season, I think we all need to give this style a try.

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Fully embrace the Y2K look by pairing your wedge sandals with a printed tank top and vintage-esque blue jeans. It's such an effortless way to get dressed in the morning.

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Sierra Mayhew
Fashion Editor

Sierra Mayhew is a fashion editor at Who What Wear, bringing a decade of experience in the fashion industry to the editorial team. Since joining Who What Wear in 2021, Sierra has made her mark by expertly blending luxury and accessible fashion content. Whether she's decoding the latest runway presentations or crafting a perfectly curated shopping list, Sierra's keen eye and relatable approach have solidified her as a trusted voice in the fashion space. She's also reported on major industry events like Paris Fashion Week and lent her expertise to red carpet coverage, ensuring her audience gets an insider's view of the most glamorous moments in style. Before joining Who What Wear, Sierra sharpened her skills at Harper's Bazaar and Elle, with bylines in Bazaar.com and collaborated with iconic brands such as Gucci and Ferragamo. Her ability to translate editorial expertise into viral social media content sets her apart, seamlessly bringing her articles and personality to life for a new generation of readers and followers. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Sierra brings a unique perspective to the fashion industry that is informed by her love for travel, music, and discovering the hidden gems that make New York City a constant source of inspiration.