How to Style Metallic Silver Shoes, the Next It-Shoe Trend You Need to Try

Be it loafers, Mary Janes, or sneakers like the Adidas Sambas and Onitsuka Tiger’s Mexico 66s, metallics shoes are having their well-deserved moment.

And while silver is often associated with more futuristic styles, its timelessness are raised by the likes of’80s and ’90s icon Princess Diana, who often wore silver pumps as her go-to shoes for events. Now, recent runway and social media trends are showing a growing interest in this foil-like footwear once again.

How to Style Silver Shoes

Intimidating as the metallic shimmer may seem, silver shoes don’t have to be grueling picks to style. Below, see our ways to seamlessly incorporate silver shoes into your OOTDs.

1. Neutrals

Keep in mind that silver belongs to the gray family, and gray is a neutral shade. If there’s anything to learn, it’s that you can never go wrong with mixing and matching neutrals. Style it with all-black, all-whites, a mix of both, add in grays, and you’ve got yourself a formidable ‘fit!

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2. Sandwich method

Essentially, the sandwich method involves ensuring that two of your clothing pieces share the same color or texture, creating balance in your ensemble. This can be done by pairing your silver shoes with a silver bag, a silver silk skirt, or a silver top, and then wearing whatever you want in between.

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3. Silver accessories

One of the easiest ways to create a cohesive outfit is to match the hardware of your accessories to your silver shoes. That means leaning into the silver jewelry trend, making sure you’re wearing a belt with a silver buckle, or carrying a bag with silver hardware.

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4. Denim

Don’t be concerned about the everyday suitability of silver shoes, as you can easily dress them down by wearing denim jeans. The best part? You can still look casual, but sophisticated!

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SHOP: 7 Must-Have Silver Shoes

1. Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66

If you’ve been dreaming of adding the cult-favorite Kill Bill Mexico 66s to your closet, the metallic silver-and-white iteration of the classic shoe adds zhuzh to your ‘fits, yet easy to wear on the daily.

ONITSUKA TIGER

Mexico 66 in Silver/White, P7100, ONITSUKA TIGER, onitsukatiger.com

2. New Balance 530

The New Balance 530 is the epitome of a “dad shoe”—comfy, retro, and super stylish. With its all-around ways, you can wear it to the mall at nine, then take it for your daily run at five.

NEW BALANCE

530 Unisex Sneakers, Price Unavailable, NEW BALANCE, footlocker.ph

3. Adidas x Wales Bonner Samba

One of the most iconic collaborations of 2023, the Adidas x Wales Bonner Samba is a stand-out shoe that isn’t for the sartorially shy. With its clean shimmer, this silver footwear is a sure show-stopper.

ADIDAS

Wales Bonner Samba in Silver, $477 (approx. P26,678.61), ADIDAS, farfetch.com*

4. Asics x Cecilie Bahnsen X GT-2160

Calling all the coquette girls! The Asics x Cecilie Bahnsen collaboration might have just given us the prettiest pair of silver sneakers. The pair is reminiscent of Mary Janes, ballet flats, and dad shoes combined into one, making any sneakerhead fall head over heels.

ASICS

Cecilie Bahnsen X GT-2160, $200 (approx. P11,186), ASICS, asics.com

5. Prada Silver Brushed Leather Slingback Pumps

Pointed slingback pumps are as classy as they are timeless. Wear them in the daytime with a white tee and a pair of denim jeans, then switch into a little black dress when the late night falls.

PRADA

Brushed Leather Slingback Pumps, €930 (approx. P56,810.62), PRADA, prada.com

6. Carel Kina

Want something casual yet dressy? You can’t go wrong with this pair of Mary Janes.

CAREL

Kina, P32,700, CAREL, carel.fr

7. Alaia Criss Cross Ballet Flats

Add a touch of youthful energy to any of your outfits with Alaia’s Criss Cross ballet flats. The unique design of this shoe gives your feet a very doll-like form, making it perfect for pairing with dainty dresses.

ALAIA

Criss Cross Ballet Flats, $910 (approx. P50,908.13), ALAÏA, maison-alaia.com