Wedge Heels Are the Secret to Chic Spring Style

Anonymous Copenhagen style Gwen 75 wedge mentioned in ELLE US

Store away your stilettos, a new It shoe is in town.

Stilettos, don’t let this come between us, but wedges are our new favorite spring shoe. The runways have been telling us for several seasons now that wedge heels are It—with a capital I. And now, it’s finally time to shop the trend.

Maybe you’re a fashion-forward trendsetter or maybe you just prefer the comfort and ease of a wedge heel. Either way, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from. From mules to pumps to sandals, a wedge heel can go on any style of shoe (patiently waiting for sneaker wedges to make a comeback…). Whichever style you choose, you’ll have the perfect outfit recipe for spring and summer. Shop our favorites, below.

If you grew up in the early 2000s, chances are you had this exact shoe. The simple sandal wedge was an instant classic as a kid, so why not bring it back as an adult? Super chic and easy, this is the ultimate summer shoe—and yes, the warm weather season is closer than we think.

By Madison Rexroat

Published: Mar 11, 2026