Wedge sandals are fun, and when warm weather hits, they become nearly irresistible; wedges are also one of the hottest trends in women's shoes for 2012.
Even women who don't normally wear heels can opt for a bit more height with wedge sandals and shoes, because wedge-shaped heels offers more stability than their stiletto counterparts.
Check out these top picks in women's wedge sandals and shoes for 2012.
Even women who don't normally wear heels can opt for a bit more height with wedge sandals and shoes, because wedge-shaped heels offers more stability than their stiletto counterparts.
Check out these top picks in women's wedge sandals and shoes for 2012.
Steve Madden 'Kalypsso' - Sexy Wedge Booties
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The best thing about the open-toed booties trend is that these styles are very multi-seasonal. Of course, you would't want to wear wedge shoes like these in a snow storm, but they'll see you through spring, summer, and early fall in style -- and this particular style is right on par with several of this season's top trends, including sky-high 5" wedge heels, and super-thick platform soles that measure in at 1.75 inches.
Available in black and fuchsia suede, these ankle strap wedges would add a bit of drama to a variety outfits.
Available in black and fuchsia suede, these ankle strap wedges would add a bit of drama to a variety outfits.
Sam Edelman 'Sophie' - Wedge Sandals for Spring and Summer
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In addition to being stylish and contemporary, these wedge sandals from Sam Edelman have wearable heels that measure just over 2.5 inches, and they come in three great color combinations: persimmon and natural, saddle and black, and nude and silver. Ideal for pairing with mid-length or shorter skirts and dresses, these chic wedge sandals would also look great with shorts.
Aldo 'Calcagni' - Killer Wedge Pumps
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If sky-high heels and sexy styling get your attention, then you'll definitely want to have a look at these sexy wedge pumps from Aldo.
The suede uppers, 4.5" covered wedge heels, and concealed platform soles give a very high-end look that is easy to pair with everything from dresses to shorts, or even jeans -- and the color choices are just as fab as the style is: lilac, orange, fuchsia, black, and beige.
The suede uppers, 4.5" covered wedge heels, and concealed platform soles give a very high-end look that is easy to pair with everything from dresses to shorts, or even jeans -- and the color choices are just as fab as the style is: lilac, orange, fuchsia, black, and beige.
Trendy Wedge Sandals for 2011 - Stuart Weitzman 'Encore'
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While the pink and coral color combination is right in line with 2012's hottest shoe trends, the classic styling of these shoes means you can turn heads in them for years to come.
The 4.25" covered wedge heels are perfectly balanced by covered 1" platform soles, and, as I've already said, this is a style that never gets tired: but the best thing about these flirty sandals is the fact they're perfect for adding a bit of colorful fun to everything from shorts and jeans to casual skirts and dresses.
The 4.25" covered wedge heels are perfectly balanced by covered 1" platform soles, and, as I've already said, this is a style that never gets tired: but the best thing about these flirty sandals is the fact they're perfect for adding a bit of colorful fun to everything from shorts and jeans to casual skirts and dresses.
Nine West 'Romancing' - Wedge Sandals in Vibrant Colors
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In addition to wedge heels, one of the hottest spring shoe trends for women the return of color -- that makes these fun and flirty wedge sandals trendy times two -- actually, times three, if you add in the cork heels and platform soles.
With 4" wedge heels and 1.5" platform soles, these pretty sandals would look great with skirts, dresses, or shorts. Available in white, black, turquoise, pink and green, these wedges ring up at just under $90 per pair.
With 4" wedge heels and 1.5" platform soles, these pretty sandals would look great with skirts, dresses, or shorts. Available in white, black, turquoise, pink and green, these wedges ring up at just under $90 per pair.
Chinese Laundry 'Simple Sweet' - Affordable Wedges
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As affordable as they are adorable, these wedge sandals would add a touch of interesting and a dollop of pretty to just about anything you could pair them with: dresses, skirts, or shorts. And, with their knotted uppers and covered heels, these women's shoes also play well into 2012's spring shoe trend of textural surfaces.
Available in blue, black, and a lovely rice shade, these shoes have 5" heels, 1.25" platform soles, and are very reasonably-priced at just under $80 per pair.
Available in blue, black, and a lovely rice shade, these shoes have 5" heels, 1.25" platform soles, and are very reasonably-priced at just under $80 per pair.
Franco Sarto 'Gabar' - Versatile Wedges
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These wedge sandals are easy to wear in more ways than one. Given that the heels are only 3.25 inches -- and wedges -- they're more wearable than some of the others, and the style is classic enough that they won't be out of fashion next month, or even next year.
The woven t-strap uppers are right on par with one of the season's top trends, and they can be dressed up or down. If all of that isn't enough, these Franco Sarto shoes ring up at less than $80 per pair, and come in tan or black.
The woven t-strap uppers are right on par with one of the season's top trends, and they can be dressed up or down. If all of that isn't enough, these Franco Sarto shoes ring up at less than $80 per pair, and come in tan or black.
