Off Broadway Shoes is a place to go for solid style advice. Check out these insider reports for tips on the season's top shoe trends.

FLOWER POWER
MILITARY CHIC
DREAM WEAVER
HARD CANDY
NEUTRAL ZONE
NOMADIC RULES
ALL AMERICAN

The Trend:Flower Power

The Must-Haves:
Blossoms, Rosettes, Bountiful Bouquets of Prints and a Flirtatious Nature

The Look:
Everything’s coming up roses, and daisies and daffodils! Nothing says spring like flowers and the best shoes this season are showing up in floral prints and patterns as well as topped with cute little buds, petals and blossoms. You’ll find them in spectrum of pastel shades perfect to wear with your favorite frock or a great pair of jeans. It’s a feminine, fun look that’s above all just plain pretty.

The Trend:Military Chic

The Must-Haves:
Camouflage, Military Symbols & Rugged Styling

The Look:
There’s a strong sense of the “Fighting Spirit” infusing fashion this spring and it’s showing up everywhere from shirts and skirts, to scarves and, yes, even shoes. You’ll find gladiators and grommets, olive green and gunmetal gray – and while all of it may look a bit tough and ready to tumble, when paired with this season’s laid-back sportswear, your stylish message clearly states, “I’m both in charge and comfortable.”

The Trend:Dream Weaver

The Must-Haves:
Texture, Neutral Tones, Stacked/Platform Heels & a Carefree Attitude

The Look:
Oh relax! You know you want to, and it’s so easy to do this season. Look for shoes with woven details, rattan, straw, linen and cotton – so airy and light, they feel almost as good as swinging on a hammock on a warm spring day. All you need to do is throw on a floral frock or a pair of faded jeans and you’re not only ready to go, you’re looking good too.

The Trend:HARD CANDY

The Must-Haves:
Tough Hardware, Cool Colors, Patent Leather & a Love of Rock n’ Roll

The Look:
Do you think I’m sexy? Of course, you are. When you’re channeling the 80’s, it comes with the territory. Picture yourself on a motorcycle, hanging with a hair band, now all you’ve got to do is make sure you fit in. Grab a pair of skinny jeans, a shirt that just slightly falls off your shoulder and sky-high platforms decorated with a few grommets, spikes or studs and you’re golden. Then again, a pair of ballerina flats, especially in a bright color, will work just fine.

The Trend:Neutral Zone

The Must-Haves:
Subtle Tones from Sand to Sable, Subtle Metallics and a Sultry Sense of Style

The Look:
Sometimes when it comes to fashion, there’s those moments when you just don’t know what colors work together – that’s where neutrals come into play. It’s easy to update the bright 80's inspired graphics and neon colors popping up in newest looks of the season with a pale, understated shoe. Look for bone and beige, taupe and tan to provide maximum impact with effortless ease. And look to these new nudes to add a little romance to your style when paired with a dreamy, drapery-inspired dress – ah, a little heaven on earth.

The Trend:NOMADIC RULES

The Must-Haves:
Embellishments, Beads, Browns & a Global Perspective

The Look:
The world comes together for the sake of style this season. You don’t even have to leave your own stomping grounds to feel like you’ve traveled to far away exotic places. You’ll be lured by rich, luxe ethnic prints and earthy tribal accents. Look for footwear to be embellished with wooden beads or natural stones like coral and turquoise. Pair your new looks with lightweight linen and cotton clothing in neutral tones, and wander the world at will.

The Trend:All American

The Must-Haves:
Plaids, Polka-dots, Pearls, Pink & Patriotism

The Look:
Blame it on the girls of Mad Men, it's just a good thing to look like a good girl right now. For day, that means throwing on a cardigan with khakis or denim and adding pizzazz with a great plaid shoe. For night, slip on a classic sheath and make it pop with a pair of polka-dot peep toe pumps and a perfect strand of pearls. Of course, for weekend style, scoop up anything red, white and blue and your All-American style will really shine.

© 2010 Off Broadway Shoes | Read Our Privacy Policy