Top 9 shoes to wear with a floral dress

Essential as the finishing touch to an outfit, shoes have a significant impact in the fashion world and can completely change your look. You treated yourself to a trendy little floral dress or a long-sleeved maxi dress, and now you want to match your shoes with your outfit so you look stunning from every angle.

Whether you’re a fan of all things vintage, hippie, grunge, or boho, you’ll definitely find the perfect shoes to wear with printed dresses to create a harmonious and striking look.

Discover our top 9 best women’s shoes of 2023 along with all our little secrets on how to choose the right footwear.

1) Sandals for a bohemian style

When summer comes, we all love to dress our feet in a beautiful pair of natural and, above all, comfortable sandals. If you decide to wear a floral boho chic long dress, it is essential to consider ethnic versions adorned with flowers, beads, or all kinds of jewelry. The smart idea would also be to opt for a mix of materials, such as leather with braided straps or ones decorated with wooden elements.

The favorite barefoot styles among women who love dressing in a hippie way are the gladiator sandals with flat soles. For a slightly more chic touch, note that espadrilles are also a good choice for hot summer days.

In reality, these “flat shoes” go quite well with most dress styles. During the spring/summer season, they are worn as a symbol of femininity and comfort with a flared short-sleeved skater dress or a dress with thin straps. Of course, sandals and barefoot styles suit almost all occasions of everyday life, whether at the beach, in the city, or even at home, we love them!

The main styles of women’s sandals :

• Flat sandals : also known as flat barefoot sandals, they are often worn with a decorative ankle chain and are ideal for creating a relaxed boho outfit.
• Wedge sandals : also called heeled sandals, they add a little elegant touch while still keeping within the boho hippie chic dress code.

2) Pumps for a sexy and romantic outfit

Also called closed high-heeled shoes that are lightweight and come with a thin sole, the pump is the piece that allows you to upgrade your evening outfit, especially on a beautiful long slit floral dress. So, whether they are golden pumps, white, red or silver, it doesn’t matter as long as the color matches the floral print of your dress.

For a wedding, a baptism or a reception, you mix the elegance of a pair of pumps with small block heels with the assurance of a flared short-sleeved skater dress. Conversely, for a candlelit dinner or a glamorous evening atmosphere, choose stiletto heels of +5cm, with pointed or rounded toes and luxurious details such as silver sequins or patent leather that will be perfect to create an incredibly sensual dressed-up look.

💡 High heels of +10cm significantly elongate the silhouette and are reserved for those who are used to wearing them. The idea is to start with low heels and gradually increase in height to avoid foot pain.

3) White sneakers for a casual chic style

For a desire for modernity, you will love mixing the essential low white sneakers like Stan Smith with a pretty floral green long dress. Do you want to be modern in a feminine sportswear look? In that case, opt for classic sneakers or ones with platform soles to elongate your silhouette and thus highlight your classy side.

Although often worn by men, derbies and loafers are by no means a fashion mistake, quite the opposite! Paired with a tunic dress with a round collar, they give you the assurance of a beautiful vintage chic outfit. Finally, do not hesitate to dare to wear pairs of “shoes” that stand out, but that remain coordinated with the tones of your dress.

4) Black ankle boots for a women’s rock look

Black leather booties will add character to your little floral dress. During the winter season or a seasonal transition, you can choose Rangers for a rebellious “street style” look, santiag boots for a retro/vintage touch, or even fringed hippie boots in reference to the Flower Power movement. Whether synthetic or genuine leather, suede or velvet, it doesn’t matter as long as you like them!

A foolproof option would be to choose a flowing dress printed with floral patterns in shades of purple, orange, or even burgundy. Besides that, all that remains is to choose a dress style according to your taste and body shape. You might appreciate the femininity of a long dress with ruffles and fall for the comfort of the wrap style. Do not hesitate to wear your most beautiful leather jacket to ensure a feminine rock style that is on the cutting edge of the latest trends.

5) Ballet flats to assert your elegance

Both original, sexy and furiously glamorous, ballerinas or closed and low-cut round-toed shoes are generally worn on special occasions and are paired with the most beautiful dresses in your wardrobe. For a retro baby doll look that is still dressed up, dare to wear babies with a short light dress or with a midi or long dress of the same style.

In a pin up dress code, but always very alluring, one can easily imagine red patent ballerinas with the famous bow on the front next to a cute floral dress with bare shoulders. For bohemians true to their values, you will certainly love the models in beige, powder pink or coffee, adorned with a flower in the center or with satin details.

6) All Star sneakers for a festival look

Whether in a casual or punk rock wardrobe, Converse or star sneakers are a true timeless fashion movement created by Chuck Taylor! Worn by the feet of the biggest stars such as Elvis Presley, they became a staple from the beginning of the summer season.

As the ultimate girly accessory, the high-top Converse will suit everyday wear, vacations, and outdoor festivals. You can choose them in white with lace on a short boho floral dress, in beige with patterns, or in denim on a stunning long cocktail dress. As you have understood, they are a pair of comfortable shoes and lightweight that will be ideal to bring simplicity to your spring or summer look.

7) A retro style with mules

After great success in the 2000s, mules are making an unlikely comeback in our favorite fashion magazines! To show off your bold side and sport a vintage boho look, leave the slim versions aside and wear your trusty square-heeled mules alongside a boho chic dress with a flared and flowing silhouette.

Although heels are perfect for semi-formal occasions, you can also choose flat mules for a walk in the city, on the beach, or for a little outing with friends. As you can see, they are the ultimate summer shoes; no matter your style, they add a significant extra touch.

8) Over the knee boots for a statement outfit

Just like boots for rock’n’roll outfits, this type of high boot that extends above the knee is worn on an occasional basis. In patent leather, smooth or brown suede-like, they pair wonderfully with a mini dress or a mid-length fluid floral dress in navy blue for a glam/chic look full of personality.

Depending on your tastes and your body shape, you can choose a pair of flat over-the-knee boots, slim, pleated or even funnel-shaped. At the forefront of fashion, these shoe models are very trendy, and that, throughout all four seasons.

9) Other shoes to match floral dresses

Among the wide selection of women’s shoes to wear with a floral print dress, there are some slightly forgotten versions which, nevertheless, are still in line with the fashion trends in 2023.

Here are our 3 look ideas with what remains : 

• City loafers with a casual midi-length dress.
• Salomé shoes with a long empire and floral dress with a low neckline.
• Moroccan babouches with wedge heels on a relaxed dress with thin straps.

Although pants, a tank top, a skirt or other classics of the feminine wardrobe are very pretty, we remain faithful to our codes and our beloved floral dresses. As you have noticed, there is no real rule for wearing shoes well; you just have to harmonize the colors and choose a model that corresponds to the style you want to embody, and that’s it!