How to Wear Suede Shoes in the Summer – heel boy

When we think of suede, most of us think of the fall season. It might feel like you’re breaking a fashion rule by wearing suede in the summer, but sometimes you have to go outside of the norm! While we wouldn’t recommend wearing a heavy suede bootie on a 30 degree celsius day, we’re thinking of a little suede sandal instead. Accessorizing a delicate outfit with a fun textured shoe or purse can bring a fun contrast to your summer look.

There’s something about natural suede that can elevate your look of the day. It’s also a lot more practical than some of us may think:

It’s soft to the touch and comfortable
Suede can stretch and quickly restores its shape
It’s light and porous
It has good heat transfer; in the summer it will keep you cool and in the winter it will keep you warm

Summer Suede Looks

A nude suede mule by Lucky Brand can be paired with a monochromatic outfit, or a white pant and linen blouse.

suede mule

lucky brand suede mule

On Wednesdays we wear pink (or magenta)! Style these Naturalizer slip-on suede sandals with a lightweight linen outfit, a fun printed bottom, or a blue jean on a cooler summer day.

naturalizer berry sandal

A wardrobe staple: a minimal nude suede sandal. Pair these Chinese Laundry heels with a simple slip dress, or a flowy summer skirt. A basic must have!

nude sandal

Let’s throw it back with a 90s inspired suede platform sandal by Camper. Pair these comfy sandals with a wide or straight leg jean, or a simple bodycon dress.

cougar

A flirty summer suede sandal for your vacation dinner, or try them out with a linen dress pant and blouse.

sam edelman luella

Try out these Cougar dad sandals with a simple all black fit or a linen button-up.

cougar dad shoe

Pair these strappy black Vince Camuto’s with a lightweight blouse or your favourite dress.

vince camuto

Is it really summer if you don’t strut a wedge? Nope! Style these open toe slip-on suede sandals with a jean skirt, a summer dress, or your new favourite jeans.