How Shoes Can Change Up an Outfit: Shift Dress Footwear Styling OOTD Inspiration

I love how easy it is to change up a simple shift dress look just by pairing a different type of shoe, so I thought I'd have fun trying out a few different pairs with this tank-style shift dress my friend recently gifted me.I kept it simple by just focusing on changing up the shoes and leaving out any accessories, but of course, any accessories would help further change up a look, too.

1. Simple Sandals

An easy spring and summer look that could be dressed up or down depending on what accessories you choose.

2. Suede Flats

I love that these mustard yellow flats add a pop of color. I think this outfit would be great for a summer dinner date outside. Breezy, flowy, and a little bit dressy.

3. Lace-Up Ankle Boots

Add a cardigan with these brown suede ankle boots and this outfit would be great for early fall.

4. 70's Inspired Wide-Strap Platform Heels

I don't wear these shoes often in my current mom-life, to be honest. But I love their vintage seventies look with the wide brown leather straps and golden grommet details connecting them to the base. Vintage-style wedges instantly give a simple shirt dress a vintage look. You could pair these with a leather vest or floral hair scarf.

5. Classic Tennis Shoes

I have to say, this is my favorite. I love pairing tennis shoes with t-shirt and shift-style dresses. I love the juxtaposition of the flowy dress with the casual footwear. This dress and shoe pairing also has a nineties vibe (make the dress a floral print for an even more on-point nineties-inspired outfit). This outfit also fits into my mom-style aesthetic.Which shoe pairing is your favorite?