Ever since Miuccia Prada succeeded in her mission to revive the noughties miniskirt, the teeny micro mini has remained a a prominent part of our wardrobes. Ultra-small skirts from denim to A-line to pleated variations continue to have a moment in the fashion world, especially in the current leg-baring weather. The miniskirt as a concept is all well and good, but once you slip into one, one of the biggest dilemmas is assessing which shoes to wear.
School uniforms might have us believing that ballerinas are the sole shoe option for the short skirt, but there are many contenders to pair with teeny styles. Prada demonstrated this best with a playful element and balance of proportions: styling its miniskirt with chunky loafers and mid-calf socks to offset micro inches. The miniskirt has since been styled with every type of shoe, including knee-high boots, trainers and slip-on sandals. French women are a shining example of how best to wear the miniskirt trend. They’ve inherited the micro mini as part of their uniform, preferring to wear it with loafers and slingbacks and proving that you can integrate classic shoes with risqué styles to create a look you can wear with ease during the day.
When deciding which shoes are best, you want to deduce what vibe you’re going for and build from there. For evening looks, the combination of a miniskirt paired with patent knee-high boots will transcend seasons and trends. For daytime, trainers or flip-flops lean towards the minimalistic Scandi aesthetic, while a loafer adds a put together feel.
There’s scope for experimentation, too. It’s a bold style, after all. Clash themes and textures, whether that’s a denim skirt paired with glossy leather or a pleated mini with retro sneakers. Keep scrolling for the six best shoes to wear with a miniskirt.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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