From Ballet Flats to Trainers, These Are the Best Shoes to Wear With Full Skirts This Summer

Knowing which shoes to wear with your chosen outfit is becoming one of fashion's big conundrums. As a fashion editor, one of my most frequent line of questioning is "what shoes will go well with this outfit" and it's no wonder why. Styling some pieces is no mean feat and as we're becoming increasingly aware of the power of styling, we're paying close attention.

Although skirt trends varied on the SS24 catwalk, one common theme was fullness and subsequently we're witnessing full skirts dominate retailers as of late—from boho styles to puffball silhouttes. All in all, it's plenty of drama. However, there's a balance to strike, so your outfit won't appear too costume-like but instead, modern and effortless. As a seasoned skirt wearer, figuring out how to style full skirts has been somewhat of a trial and error process but I've deduced a few key pointers.

When it comes to full skirts, the less cumbersome the footwear, the better. As the lines demand attention, I see best to pair it with streamlined footwear but there are many types of shoes to fit this description, from trainers with a refined profile, to strappy heels, or rounded ballet flats. If you're in need of styling inspo, look no further than these four styles of shoe, that pair well with full skirts.

See What Shoes Go Best With Full Skirts:

1. Ballet Pumps

Style Notes: The ballet flat phenomenon shock the fashion world and it now encompasses a host of flat shoes — from peek-a-boo mesh flats to Mary-Janes and the more classic iterations we're most familiar with. You're bound to look stylish, whichever player you choose.

Shop Ballet Flats:

STUART WEITZMAN

Arabella Buckled Leather-Trimmed Mesh Mary Jane Flats

£350

Arket

Leather Ballet Flats

£149

Dear Frances

Balla Mesh Strap

£360

ESSĒN

The Foundation Flat

£199

2. Minimalist Sandals

Style Notes: The promise of summer is on the horizon, which means introducing barely there footwear back into our the midst of our arsenal, which is perfect as quite frankly, there's nothing that minimalist sandals don't suit. Come July, (weather permitting, of course) minimalist sandals are my go-to for most outfits. When it comes to styling full-skirted looks, a rule-of-thumb I adhere to is fuss-free footwear, and these sandals tick the box.

Shop Minimalist Sandals:

A.EMERY

Pae Leather Sandals

£150

Arket

Slip-In Leather Sandals

£97

EMME PARSONS

Laurie Gold-Tone and Leather Sandals

£370

COS

Leather Toe-Thong Sandals

£110

3. Retro Trainers

Style Notes: You mightn't think it but trainers (particularly those boasting a vintage lilt) pair extremely well with full skirts. The juxtaposition of a feminine silhouette with casual footwear makes for a magical pairing. If wearing a white skirt, why not add a contemporary hue, like bugandy, for a touch of colour?

Shop Retro Trainers:

ADIDAS ORIGINALS

+ Sporty & Rich Handball Spezial Leather-Trimmed Suede Sneakers

£100

VEJA

Volley Suede Sneakers

£130

Superga

2750 Efglu Trainers

£85

PUMA

Palermo

£75

4. Heeled Sandals

Style Notes: If you're looking for an option to elevate the glamorous style even further, you'll be hard pressed to find a better pairing that the heeled shoe. From mules, to strappy sandals, adding some height will balance the proportions of the fullness.

Shop Heeled Shoes:

Reformation

Serenity Bare Sandal

£248

AEYDE

Milla Knotted Leather Sandals

£320

Bobbies

Nozze

£205

Whistles

Niomie Tubular Heeled Sandal

£175