6 shoe trends worn by a 66-year-old former Nordstrom stylist

As a former Nordstrom VIP stylist, sandy koszarek (aka Stylish Sandy) knows how to build a sustainable wardrobe. After decades of professional styling and perfecting her own capsule wardrobe, she’s actually identified six modern classic shoe silhouettes that she’s relied on for over 10 years. Koszarek is now 66 and continues to wear these styles. Given that age has nothing to do with what you should or shouldn’t wear, these timeless styles definitely transcend age and work for everyone.

Below, you’ll find Koszarek’s must-have shoe list, including her favorite pairs of heels and flats she can’t live without. If a silhouette deserves a prominent spot in your wardrobe, you’ll also find visual and shopping inspiration.

6 staple shoe styles

white and neutral sneakers

“Sneaker styles have changed over the years, but I still gravitate toward the same neutral colors. They’re classic, chic, and easy to dress up or down.”

Adidas

Gazelle Low Pro Sneakers

veronica beard

riviera sneakers

Adidas

japan low top sneakers

blond

Carmen Waterproof Sneakers

flip flop

“I’ve worn flip-flops for years, and I hope they never go out of style. I love the kitten-heel version. It feels fresh and on-trend. I wear them with everything from jeans to dresses.”

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Tori Kitten Heel Sandal

TKEES

Lily Square Toe Flip Flops

nine west

Cruz Kitten Heel Flip Flops

Madewell

iggy flip flop

slingback heels

A former VIP Nordstrom stylist wearing a striped button down, jeans and a slingback.

“I love wearing slingbacks and have for years. It’s a classic style that you can wear with a dress or trousers, but my favorite way to wear them is with jeans and a blazer.”