Every Stylish Parisian is Wearing These 6 Shoe Trends This Spring

By Kim BrowneApril 19, 2025

Parisians are known for their classic, effortless, and irresistibly chic style and while their outfits are often rooted in timeless basics, the french certainly don't shy away from incorporating of-the-moment trends within their outfits. Personally, that's what I love about the French approach to getting dressed—it strikes the perfect balance of timeless and trend-forward. And their footwear is no exception. This spring, I've been observing specific styles on French women that feel au courant. Think retro suede sneakers, jelly shoes, and woven flats that lean into some of this year's biggest runway trends. For more inspiration, keep scrolling to see the six standout shoe trends stylish French women are wearing this spring.

Retro Suede Sneakers

Woman in white jeans and red suede sneakers

Suede sneakers are a huge trend this spring and it's one the French fashion set are embracing fully. Opt for retro styles from brands such as Adidas Originals and Gola.

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adidas

Gazelle Indoor Shoes

Jelly Shoes

Fun, playful, and versatile—the French fashion set are all about wearing trending jelly shoes—particularly on vacation—with casual warm-weather outfits.

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Ancient Greek Sandals

Iro Jelly Flats

Woven Shoes

Woven shoes were all over the spring/summer 2025 runways but you could say the trend is practically a classic for French women in the warmer months. In fact, no one embraces woven leather detailing quite like French women once the temps start to rise. You'll see stylish Parisians gravitate towards braided textures—on flats and heels alike.

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Sezane

Natacha Low Sandals

Cherry Red

Red shoes were another huge spring/summer runway trend—a style you'll actually find French women wearing year round. They're the perfect pop to amp up jeans and elevated basics.

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Sezane

Angelique Mary Janes

Reformation

Tina Ballet Flat

Leopard Print

Whether its in the form of Mary-Janes or kitten-heel slingbacks, the French love a touch of leopard print to pair with their jeans, relaxed trousers, or mini skirts.

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Reformation

Bethany Ballet Flat

ZARA

Leather Animal Print Ballet Flats

Mesh

Mesh shoes have become increasingly popular among stylish Parisians and we've been spotting the warm-weather friendly fabric on ballet flats, wedges, and heels this spring.