Walk Softly In Gray Shoes

Gray may bring up images of cloudy skies and dreary cities, but when styled correctly, it can be one of the softest and most flattering colors there is. Deck your feet out with a pair of gray shoes that treads the border between black’s seriousness and white’s sweetness.

When black seems harsh and white looks blinding, do yourself a favor and go for a softer vibe with shoes in soothing gray. They’re just as neutral as your blacks and your whites, and look good in any style.

Sneakers

When you’re working out, your primary sneaker objective should be comfort and support, but why shouldn’t style come into it, too? Choosing a neutral palette is your best bet so that your shoes will always go with your activewear, but white gets dirty easily and black looks harsh. Instead, go for gray suede kicks that transition seamlessly from the locker room to the streets when worn with skinny jeans and a bomber jacket.

Boots

Give your black booties a rest by swapping them out for a pair of heeled pull-on ankle boots in a stony gray. With black socks and a white dress, the gray will look fresh and unexpected. Top the look off with a camel trench for an outfit that combines all the best neutrals in one killer ensemble.

Heels

Gray may not immediately come to mind as a color meant for formal wear, but you’d be surprised at how dressed up this muted shade can get. For your next dressy event, try a pair of gray studded pumps to complement the blinding hue of a neon citron dress. The gray perfectly tones down the brightness of the dress while giving your legs a flattering lift.

Sandals

Try out beachy minimalism with a pair of slide sandals in pale gray. Once you step into these subtle sandals, the golds and blacks of your sandals’ past seem almost garish. Wear your gray slides with a black one-piece and a textured kimono for a simple look that makes a strong impact on the sand.

Not everything is so black and white. Skip the extremes of your usual neutrals and settle into the soothing comfort of a pair of gray shoes.

Embrace the gray area of your shoe wardrobe.

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