Discover 6 effortlessly chic ways to style mules, the versatile and comfy shoe trend that’s here to stay. From bold colors to layering tips, elevate your look with these easy outfit ideas.
Fashion has been in an obsession with nostalgia lately and while we love the dad-inspired chunky sneakers and 90s platforms, we still think that nothing beats the easy effortlessness that a low-heeled mule gives. The biggest shoe trend of last year is still in full swing and if you ask us, we don’t think it’s dying anytime soon—especially now that people have realized how versatile it is and comfy, most of all. For all you low heel lovers out there, we’ve got 6 outfit ideas to accompany your favorite pairs of mules.
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Coordinated chic is the name of the game and one technique that we think it is an absolute foolproof way to look stylish. Create a palette with 3 complementing hues that match the color of your mules—each chosen color doesn’t need to be the same shade, keep them in the same family for more variety such as lilac with neon purple and a deep aubergine.
A dress over jeans is a layering trend we love. Pair them with bright-colored mules to liven up the look.
Add a dash of athleisure to a feminine look with a letterman jacket and a graphic tee.
If you’re a bit skeptical to try the mixed/clashing patterns trend, try doing them on shoes. Wear a printed top with a pair of patterned mules and use plain trousers or denim jeans as a breaker. Accessorize with a wide belt or corset for a cinched silhouette.
For that special date night, try a romantic silky dress and strikingly colored mules.
For fashion girls who love to keep it classic and minimal, wear a pair with your best statement coat and structured bag. Take a page from the chic accessory trend of hosiery and match a solid colored piece over pointed v-shaped mules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Build a palette of three complementary hues that match the color of the mules, keeping each in the same color family rather than the same shade. For example, lilac mules can be paired with neon purple and deep aubergine pieces for a coordinated look with more variety.
A dress layered over jeans works with brightly colored mules, and the bright shoes liven up the look. For a sportier mix, a letterman jacket and a graphic tee add a touch of athleisure to a softer outfit, as shown in one of the six styling ideas.
Wear a printed top with patterned mules and use plain trousers or denim jeans as a breaker between the prints. A wide belt or corset adds a cinched silhouette. Putting patterns on the shoes is described as an easier way to try the clashing patterns trend.
Strikingly colored mules suit date night when paired with a romantic silky dress. The contrast between the soft fabric and the vivid shoes gives the outfit a clear focal point, while the low-heeled shape keeps it comfortable, which is one reason the style is described as versatile.
Pointed v-shaped mules suit a classic, minimal wardrobe when styled with a statement coat and a structured bag. Solid-colored hosiery worn with the mules follows the accessory trend of the moment, and the low heel keeps the look easy rather than formal.
