The Anti-Flat Summer Shoe That Makes Dresses and Jeans Look Much More Elegant

As far as my style muses go, Alexa Chung has held onto her top spot for longer than any of the competition. From her indie sleaze era in the mid-2000s to her effortlessly chic Italian-bound looks this very week, she’s held my attention through every style evolution.

Never one to miss a beat, I spotted Chung dressing for the Italian heat in the single summer shoe trend that makes a warm-weather ensemble feel so much more put together. While I love the presenter in classic ballet flats and Mary Janes, I can't deny that her outfit was perfected with the addition of the gold heels trend.

While only crafted from two simple items, Chung's easy ensemble cast a powerful silhouette. Reaching for a puff-sleeve minidress in a dusty lilac shade from Chloé, Chung completed her look with an open-toe pair of mules in a rich gold hue, creating a warm weather look drenched in high-summer elegance.

As opposed to simple black and beige heels, Chung's gleaming heels infused the outfit with a touch of glamour, making the whole ensemble feel far more considered. Pairing well with her swishy babydoll dress, this trend is also perfect for lending your jeans an elevated energy.

With their decadent hue and poised silhouette, gold heels are a fool-proof way to achieve an elegant outfit. To shop the shoe trend that's worth its weight in gold, read on to discover my edit of the best gold heels below.

SHOP GOLD SANDALS:

H&M

Heeled Strappy Sandals

The square-toe design gives these a sleek and polished engery.

Mango

Heeled Sandal With Crossed Straps

There's something so elegant about a glistening pair of golden sandals.

Zara

Leather Kitten Heel Sandals

Be quick! I can't see these staying in stock for long.

Jimmy Choo

Etana 80 Heels

French women always come back to the gold sandals trend.

Reformation

Maize Platform Sandal

The block heel adds a little extra height without sacrificing any comfort.

I always come back to Sézane for their elegant summer staples.

Zara

Patent-Finish High-Heel Sandals

While I love these in the gold, these classic flip-flops also come in black and white.

Manolo Blahnik

Pirua 70 Metallic Leather Mules

Style with a flowing summer dress or pair these with your favourite jeans.

Heeled stappy sandals will forever be my favourite summer shoe trend.

From wedding season to alfresco afternoons, you'll find yourself reaching for these pretty heels all summer long.