The 3 shoe styles everyone will be wearing this spring.

Get that pedi booked stat because it's officially spring, and it's time to get your toes out of retirement.

This time last year we were all wearing mesh ballet flats and chunky sandals, and while those styles are still around, there are three fresh trends we've identified for the season ahead.

Here are the definitive styles to get your feet into as the weather heats up.

But first, watch Leigh Campbell explain the viral 'Wrong Shoe Theory'. Post continues below.

Thongs.

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It's true, it really is. THONGS ARE COMING FOR US ALL.

What started as a trend for very early adopters back in summer 2024 has now reached fever pitch, with the humble thong becoming absolutely inescapable.

Just look at the recent street style images from Copenhagen Fashion Week, where almost every outfit — no matter how extravagant — was teamed with the most basic of rubber flip flops (we're talking Havaianas.)

The good news is, there are a variety of more elevated styles to get your tootsies into if rubber shoes aren't your speed, from patent leather options to jelly straps and flatforms.

Aere Platform Leather Thongs, $120.

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Dazie Ruby Clear Thongs, $60.

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Alias Mae Charlize, $189.95.

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Suede sneakers.

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If you thought you couldn't wear suede in the warmer months, I'm here to prove you wrong — because textured leather trainers are looking just right to team with all your spring staples.

While Adidas' cult suede sneakers have had their reign for well over a year, we're seeing other key brands edging in on their market.

Sofia Richie Grainge was recently seen in a retro pair of Reebok's Classic AZ sneakers, and US sportswear brand Alo's sleek suede Sunset Sneakers are the current style of choice for Elsa Hosk and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. They're not cheap, but you'll get your money back on cost-per-wear.

Look to neutral shades and soft blues for a fresh update that'll play nicely with things like linen dresses and white denim.

Adidas Handball Spezial, $170.

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Alo Sunset Sneaker, $298.

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Reebok Classic Nylon, $130.

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Backless mules.

Alexa Chung and Rozalia Russian are across the trend. Images: Instagram/@alexachung; @rozaliarussian

This is not so much a definitive style as a whole category of trending footwear. Exposed heels are hot right now, so if you're looking for shoes to wear to all your summer events, look no further than a pair of sleek mules.

Can you walk 20,000 steps in them? Probs not. Will they look cute with your party dress? Yes!

With a distinct early 2000s feel, we're seeing styles that throw back to that era in satin, suede and metallic leather on all the most fashionable feet on the 'gram.

Alexa Chung's a fan of the traditional kitten heel mule, while Melbourne influencer Rozalia Russian is leaning into the wedge thong revival.

Charles and Keith Susie Recycled Polyester Kitten-Heel Mules, $96.

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Therapy Heatwave, $79.95.

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Billini Ilaria, $89.95.

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