If you’re looking to step into spring with a fresh attitude, a new shoe wardrobe is a good place to start. Good news? When it comes to spring footwear, the options are endless, and if there’s one high-street brand that consistently gets it right, it’s H&M.
This season, all the classic silhouettes have been given a subtle refresh. Loafers have been re-imagined in backless and eyelet styles, the humble flip-flop has been elevated with wedges and square toes, and just when it seemed like ballet flats had been reinvented in every way possible, glove-inspired designs have emerged to give the staple a new, more editorial feel.
As a shopping editor, I can always count on H&M to capture it Embracing the season’s key trends without feeling heavy or wearable. Scroll through to shop the spring shoe trends that will define 2026, according to H&M.
Shop the Best H&M Shoe Trends
1. Braided Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Texture is playing a big role this season, and braided ballet flats are one of the easiest ways to update your outfit. Paired with linen trousers, denim or casual shirting, they instantly make spring dressing feel more thoughtful.
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Braided-Look Ballet Flats
The dark brown and high gloss finish is what makes these so expensive.
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Braided-Look Leather Ballet Flats
Perfect holiday flat.
I like their color very much.
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Leather Mary Jane Ballet Pump
The Mary Jane detail adds instant sparkle to these flats.
2. Slip-on
style notes: From backless loafers to heeled ones Mules, slip-on shoes are the effortless solution to spring dressing, and H&M’s latest styles prove they can look incredibly polished.
Zebra print has officially taken over.
The loafer-mule hybrid is an effortless shoe trend I’ll be wearing all spring long.
Pair with a tank top and sheer skirt for the perfect spring evening look.
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Cone-heeled leather mules
The cone heel is one of the biggest trends of 2026.
3. Glove Ballet Flat
Style Notes: Just when it seemed the ballet flat could never be reinvented again, along came the “glove” ballet flat. With its slightly more coverage and more fitted shape, it gives the classic style an edgier, more editorial feel.
Made from soft leather and presented in this oyster colour, these will instantly add polish to denim.
Pony hair adds the right amount of texture to your look.
I will be wearing these in the near future.
These are already in my basket.
Square toe looks very expensive.
4. Flip-Flop
Style Notes: Flip-flops are no longer reserved for poolside dressing – enter the fashion flip-flop. Presented in expensive-looking square toes, leopard print, and even wedges and kitten heels, the humble silhouette has gotten a serious upgrade, and H&M is totally on board.
This chocolate brown color is perfect.
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Ring-Detail Flip-Flops
The ring detail instantly elevates these.
The square flip-flop design is everything.
A great way to introduce some pattern into your spring wardrobe.
5. Edgy Slingback
Style Notes: If there’s one shoe that H&M consistently gets right, it’s the edgy slingback. From classic buckle styles to minimalist white designs, there’s always room for a beautiful slingback in any wardrobe.
This is perfect if you don’t like heels.
The buckle detail is perfect.
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Kitten-Heel Leather Slingback
A dark leopard print that looks great.
The croak effect adds just the right amount of edge,
