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Living on the Wedge

By Rebecca Dersh

Popular for their timeless mix of comfort and style, wedges truly are a fashion necessity to the modern woman. Today’s wedges are fused with other show-stopping trends, like booties or clogs, to create a style that’s easy to wear and perfect for any occasion.

Wedges have played a key role in re-introducing the now popular again clogs. Designers from Diane von Furstenberg to Alexander Wang are quickly picking up on this trend, while, of course, creating their own interpretation of the style. Thanks to the fabulous addition of embellishments, like tassels or studs, a more modern twist has been established for the clog. Practical and trendy for summer, wedge clogs are perfect for everyday wear, whether paired with jeans or a light summer dress.

Another rising trend is the wedge bootie. Thanks to the casualness of the wedge, booties can now be worn during the day and can be paired with anything from leggings to dresses. Wedge booties can be most fun to wear during a night out on the town, as they create a strong statement amongst a crowd of heels. Slip on a pair of wedge booties and instantly give an outfit edge and distinctiveness.

For the risk taking fashionistas, try pairing your wedges with socks! This new trend was first spotted on the Christian Dior runway and was quickly picked up by many style blogs. This edgy look is an effortless way to make a bold fashion statement. When attempting this look, try keeping color and material in mind. By wearing socks with wedges, you’re already making a daring fashion move, so be sure not to go too extreme with the color combination. If still unsure, simply know that you can never go wrong with neutral colors. Also, steer clear of espadrilles and cork or wood wedges when wearing socks. These shoes should really only be worn bare, due to their light summer feel.

More comfortable than the traditional heel, the wedge gives women a secure platform to walk on. And though women have never been known to wear shoes for comfort, you no longer need to sacrifice comfort for style. Also, wedges have quickly become a staple shoe for women, as they can be worn all throughout the year. During the summer, espadrilles give a laidback, fun look, while wedge booties can be worn with tights and jeans in the colder seasons. This wide-variety of styles, proves that wedges really can be worn for any event. The beauty of the wedge these days is that they come in any color, pattern or shoe style you desire!

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