Open Toed Wedge Shoe

Open toed wedge shoes look a lot more challenging to pull off than they really are. If you bring along your favorite skirt or a pair of your favorite jeans when trying them on in person, you'll be pleased at what you see. Keeping in mind that your shoe can graze the ankle or look like a mini-boot, you can experiment with colors and designs that really flatter your wardrobe and personal taste.

An open toed wedge shoe is a perfect choice for multiple seasons. With an open toe to allow a peek of toe cleavage and a wedge heel, the shoe allows for ventilation in the summer, a pre-summer peek in spring, and a comfortable pre-boot break in fall. If you live in a warmer climate in the south, you might just be able to pull off open toed wedge boots in the winter as well.

The wedge is a stylish choice for any fashion-conscious shoe shopper, including those who hate wearing stiletto heels that they might not feel comfortable wearing. Wedge heels offer more balance and stability, particularly when they feature a leather upper that encases the foot. You don't need to choose a high wedge, either, because there are many styles available in the three-inch and under range, similar to a kitten heel, but in a wedge shape.

Your open toe wedge can have a variety of upper designs to suit your favorite outfits. Here are just a few trendy suggestions for both the hard-core wedge wearer and the newbies out there:

• Patent Leather: A glossy leather upper is a perfect way to add polish to black dress pants, wrap dresses, and t-shirt dresses in need of some "ooomph." Try it in black to hide any scuffs that might sneak up on you.
• Suede: Soft suede is good for those of us with more sensitive feet, and those who live in cooler climates who crave textures. Berry colors and deep browns are awesome choices for open toe shoes, and the only real problem color you'll run into is white--too hard to keep clean!
• Colored Wedge: Contrast colored wedge heels will entrance as you click-clack through your day. Try a metallic heel in silver for both night or day, or bronze if you've already got plenty of silver in that closet.
• Embossed Uppers: Leather open toed wedges look even more luxe when they are embossed with patterns or logos. Subtle embossing includes a tiny stamp of your brand of choice found near the heel, but you can go over-the-top with all-over embossed designs for a textured look and feel.
• Patchwork: While a challenging design at best, patchwork heels flaunt color, pattern, and texture all in one. If you're nervous about too much going on, but you want to expand your shoe collection, you can try a self patchwork style that's all in one color.
• Leather: Plain ol' brown leather isn't boring when it features details like tie-back bows and amazing little equestrian-inspired hardware clasps. Play around with buckles, straps, ties, and more for the perfect style.

Try these looks with your open toe shoes!

• Wide-legged trousers flatter wedge shoe choices, because they make your legs look much longer.
• Skinny jeans are an easy selection to flatter a mini-boot with a slight heel. Show off those stems!
• Pencil skirts are a great way to put the focus on your legs and shoes.
• Dresses with a wider skirt look balanced with a taller wedge choice.
• T-shirt dresses can get dressed up fast with the right wedge shoe, and you can add a complement like a skirt or belt to finish off the look.
• Vintage-inspired dresses get a boost into the 21st century with these modern heels.

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