Spring/summer shoe trend

I have resisted the new style “mules” for some time now. They were in evidence last year and my initial reaction was no way. How could you possibly walk in these shoes? Surely they will slip off.

Well the trend has endured and mules continue to be very much in evidence this season. So I thought I would try a pair. To my surprise they are not only comfortable but practical. My navy mules are by Marks&Spencer (US link). They are also available in red.

Having decided they are a good addition to our summer wardrobes I did further research. I discovered mules are available in a wide variety of styles and colours. I have chosen a selection of fun and decorative options for you to consider.

I am not sure I would wear them whilst carrying one of my grandchildren up and down steps or drive in them. However they will be very useful come summer. I will be adding them to my suitcase when I head from the South of France at the end of this month.

Haves you tried a pair yet and if so what do you think?

Chicatanyage

I write a fashion and beauty blog for women over 50 with the aim of inspiring mature women to continue to enjoy and have fun with their fashion choices. I have spent most of my working life in some way connected to fashion. I started my career in Fashion PR and then trained as an Image Consultant when my children were young. I subsequently worked in the corporate world running seminars, doing private coaching and speaking at conferences. I started my blog in 2009 as I wanted to share my years of experience working in the world of fashion. I truly believe we can continue to have confidence in the way we present ourselves. Our style may evolve with time and changing lifestyles, yet with a little knowledge and inspiration, we can all continue to have fun with fashion. As women of a certain age we are a growing demographic let us prove that we can also be a chic one.

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Libby Wilkie says:

3rd April 2017 at 15:18

I've always loved mules! Even when they went out of style, I searched and searched... They are so comfortable for those of us who have trouble with shoes as you can move your foot around, slide them off partway, and not feel so confined! Love this trend....
Margie says:

3rd April 2017 at 16:01

I have a pair of black "patent" mules that I've worn for about five years...love them cuz they cover toesies! Not everyone's toes are beautiful, even though manicured! I think the mules (esp. solid colors) are more appropriate professionally/office wear than flip-flops or sandals that expose the whole foot.
Ann says:

3rd April 2017 at 17:00

I love them too and I am tempted to buy a pair but do they stay on if you are wearing tights?
- Chicatanyage says:
  
  4th April 2017 at 16:23
  
  Hi Ann
  Good question. I had never thought of wearing them with tights. I don't wear tights in the summer only opaques in the winter. Probably because I wear trousers most of the time. I have worn my mules with a pair of pop sox this afternoon and to my surprise they did not slip off. I still prefer them with bare feet.
Marie-Thérèse says:

7th April 2017 at 04:35

Must confess I have never felt comfortable in mules, even with heels. I always feel as if I'm going to lose them while walking down the street. Oddly enough, backless sandals w/open toes are no problem. I wonder why that is? And, of course, always with bare feet and polished (varnished) toes.

Have never been a fan of flip flops except post-pedicure.

Cheers, M-T