Like It or Not, These Sporty Sandals Are Forecasted to Trend This Spring
Two trends have all but defined our fashion landscape over the past few years. The first? The enduring athleisure trend, marked by sneakers, activewear and old-school streetwear staples reworked with a polished edge. The second? The endlessly pervasive “ugly” fashion movement, perhaps best epitomized by the now-iconic chunky dad sneakers that have captivated luxe-leaning fashion girls and tomboys, alike. These overarching style phenomena have historically existed in different realms, but an upcoming spring shoe trend promises to upend that separation. Before long, we’ll start to see sporty sandals looming large—whether we like it or not.
Given the unending prevalence of both athleticized and “ugly” fashion, it may come as no surprise that one of...