If you’re looking to step into spring with a fresh perspective, a new shoe wardrobe is a good place to start. The 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, classic silhouettes have all been given a subtle refresh. Loafers have been reimagined in backless and eyelet styles, the humble flip-flop has been elevated with wedges and square toes, and just when it seemed ballet flats had been reinvented every possible way, glove-inspired designs have emerged to give the staple a new, more editorial feel.
As a shopping editor, I can always rely on H&M to capture the key trends of the season without making them feel overwhelming or unwearable. Scroll on to shop the spring shoe trends set to 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 outfits. Paired with linen trousers, denim or relaxed shirting, they instantly make spring dressing feel more considered.
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Braided-Look Ballet Flats
The dark brown and high-shine finish make these look so expensive.
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Braided-Look Leather Ballet Flats
The perfect holiday flats.
I love the colour of these.
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Leather Mary Jane Ballet Pumps
The Mary Jane detail adds instant polish to these flats.
2. Slip-Ons
Style Notes: From backless loafers to heeled 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 the effortless shoe trend I’ll be wearing all spring.
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 2026’s biggest trends.
3. Glove Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Just when it seemed the ballet flat couldn’t be reinvented again, the “glove” ballet flat arrived. With its slightly higher coverage and more fitted shape, it gives the classic style a sharper, more editorial feel.
Made from soft leather and rendered in this oyster hue, these will instantly add polish to denim.
The pony hair adds the perfect amount of texture to your look.
I’ll be wearing these for the foreseeable.
These are already in my basket.
The square toe feels so expensive.
4. Flip-Flops
Style Notes: Flip-flops are no longer reserved for poolside dressing—enter the fashion flip-flop. Rendered in expensive-looking square toes, leopard prints and even set on wedges and kitten heels, the humble silhouette has had a serious upgrade, and H&M is fully on board.
This chocolate brown hue is perfect.
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Ring-Detail Flip-Flops
The ring detail immediately elevates these.
The square flip-flop design is everything.
A great way to introduce some pattern to your spring outfits.
5. Pointed Slingbacks
Style Notes: If there’s one shoe H&M consistently gets right, it’s the pointed slingback. From the classic buckle style to minimal all-white designs, there’s always room for an elegant slingback in any wardrobe.
The perfect flat if you’re not into heels.
The buckle detail is perfect.
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Kitten-Heeled Leather Slingbacks
A darker leopard print that feels so cool.
The croc effect adds the perfect amount of edge,
