Introduction
Summer is all about embracing fun in the nude; not that kind of nude! We are referring to the neutral-toned shoes that can be your best companion through the heat of the summer. Such all-purpose footwear has been a longtime favorite due to the way they can be adapted to suit any occasion, and how they can be matched with every kind of outfit in your wardrobe. However, due to a general categorization of the nude tones in product catalogs, there are still many uncovered styles and types of flesh-toned shoes.
Over time, the term ‘nude’ has been misused and confined in terms of describing the lighter and more beige colors. Nudes are also used to describe the variety of skin tones we have, and the first to address this footwear issue was Christian Louboutin. A collection was debuted in hopes of providing several options for women to match their heels perfectly to the color of their skin. Since then, the designer has made ways of providing an industry that is encompassing in all sorts of nude shoes. Other companies and individual designers have also followed in Louboutin’s footsteps and have created their shoe brands. With such effort observed, more than just raising awareness of the issue, the term ‘nude’ has started to undergo a reform in the fashion industry.
The following is a compiled list of shoe brands that take nude shoes seriously. Along with changing times, the term has been re-contextualized and we will be exploring what that means for every shoe brand mentioned. You’ll be sure to find the perfect shoes fit!
Stuart Weitzman
Famous for manufacturing praise-worthy footwear that is both cherished and lauded by celebrities, Stuart Weitzman features staples when it comes to footwear. This includes their jaw-dropping Nude Essentials range, where you can find semi-pumps, casual sandals, and boots in a plethora of cream tints. The names they come up with for their shades are also no less than creative and witty! Who wouldn’t say no to a Basket Brown pair of shoes?
Rebecca Allen
Coming from the finance industry, Rebecca Allen wanted to project professionalism without over-compensating the clean and classy vibe. The issue surfaced when she could not find the correct nude shoe to complement her business outfits. Hence, New Pump was evolved, with five ageless choice shades that aim to leave you feeling both comfortable and sophisticated while wearing them.
Nine West
You would not be a stranger to the brand Nine West. Jumping onto the bandwagon, the NW Nudes is a recently introduced range with five different neutral tones. Featuring a range from creams to bronze browns, you will be pleased with how easy it is to find the perfect match. Coming in all sorts of shoe types such as heeled sandals, pumps, and even flats, you will be coming back for more pairs after experiencing how easy mix and match is with kicks from NW Nudes.
Brother Vellies
Although the 2013 peach tone collection was indicated as a nude collection, founder Aurora James felt that “nude” should be reformed with the evolution of such fashion terms. Since then, ‘The Nudes’ scheme has been set into motion to confront the industry’s standards of observing, wearing, and conversing regarding the light-toned swatches. A couple of new styles will be added every season and the names of the colors are significantly named after the inspirational women of our time. The range pays tribute to women such as Maya Angelou, and Grace Jones, among many others.
Dune London
Giving you the best of both worlds is Dune London’s collection, based in the UK. This is where you get a reasonably priced pair of kicks with a color range that will rival most competitors. From colors like Blush to Almond, and even Espresso, this brand’s traditional Aurrora style will be your to-go this summer.
Jeneba Barrie
Belonging in the powerful woman category, Jeneba Barrie, a full-time lawyer, and mother, is the name behind her hard-earned label. Developed to bring forth 13 different kinds of shades that attempt to expand boring footwear colors, it even lets you purchase a swatch booklet to help you find the correct shade. With yummy and attractive color names such as White Truffle, Champagne, and even Caviar, who would give this a miss?
Banana Republic
This renowned label’s True Hues collection presents an assortment of wardrobe staples in all kinds of nude swatches. Besides their outfits such as slip dresses and even home-wear, the shoe section will amaze you even further.
Kahmune
With much research done to confidently say that her UK-based shoe brand can satisfy the mass population around the world, Jamela Acheampong has taken into account the motivational women she has met and contributed to her life and attributed them to the name shades.
DSW
While this particular warehouse does not dedicate a whole in-house range of taupe shoes, they do have an attractive list of well-loved brands. Simply key in ‘nude’ into their site and be prepared to be amazed by the assortment of designs and trends that will greet you. Ranging from a pair of pale beige heels from March Fisher to a pair of Cocoa pumps from Calvin Klein, you will find yourself adding more than one pair into your shopping cart.
Salone Monet
Coming in six unique shades to bring the focal point to the complexion of the person in the shoes, much thought and consideration was put into Salone Monet’s shoe designs. She is deeply committed to providing a convenient and encompassing line that brings quality to a whole new level. Each pair of heels in this brand is intricately manufactured and created with the finest materials by highly talented cobblers located in Italy.
Conclusion
Now that we have gained knowledge of which shoe brands are doing the most to bring the world of nude shoes to you, choose the one that fits your vibe the best and strut your way through summer in comfortable neutral-toned shoes! And don’t hesitate to explore a myriad of different styles to find the one best suited for you.
