Wedges Are The Nostalgic Shoe Making Waves Right Now
There is no more wedge between fashion and this shoe of the past.
By now, we’ve seen a lot of nostalgic silhouettes of the past making a recent comeback. First it was the jelly shoes, then polka dots became the new cool, and sandals made a chic return, but perhaps the most unexpected revival is the wedge. It was an icon of the ‘70s and a beloved pair in the 2000s, then if you wore it just a couple years ago you’re deemed outdated, but now it’s coming back in full force as the new shoe trend for fall. As always with old styles, they always come back as a better version of themselves. When it comes to wedges, the big, tall, chunk part on the bottom of the shoe can lean either towards boho-chic or futuristic.
1. Calfskin leather wedge sandal, $1,670, Chloe
The wedge that kickstarted the nostalgic shoe revival. Chloe’s version infused the boho wedge with a bold twist.
2. Calfskin suede wedge heels, US$2,730 (S$3,499), Alaia
A striking black with metallic polka dots, these Mary-janes-meet-wedges take it to show-stopping heights.
3. Rubber wedge sandals, US$615 (S$788), Coperni
Coperni elevated (literally) the thonged sandals on a chunky wedge for that same casual but put together style.
4. Calfskin leather wedges, $1,990, Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello
For a more understated option, Saint Laurent pares it with a slimmer wedge that gives it a classy taste and flatters every step.
5. Calf leather and suede wedge sandals, $1,335, Gianvito Rossi
These wooden clogs cloaked in brown suede take rustic into a boho-chic turn — perfect with jeans or a white mini.
6. Calf leather wedge sandals, $1,300, La DoubleJ
A wild night only calls for an even wilder shoe of choice, like this retro riot of colour wedge sandals that throws it back to the ‘80s.
7. Calf leather wedge sandals, $1,422, Etro
Etro’s sandal wedges strikes a balance between laid-back and refined, the little bead adds an extra playful touch.
8. Bos taurus and lamb skin wedge pumps, $1,750, Ferragamo
Sharp and edgy with a shiny finish that feels like stepping into tomorrow, with a silhouette borrowed from the past.
9. Lambskin nubuck heeled sandals, US$955 (S$1,224), Rick Owens
The wedge isn’t just for the boho or chic, but also for the grunge who likes going for experimental looks like this Rick Owens pair.
10. Patent leather mule wedge with metal toe ring, $800, Tory Burch
Tory Burch shoe of the moment lends its pierced detail to the wedge form. With this beige pair. You can have fun while still looking chic.