Shoes may be made for walking, but this season they are made to be noticed. Taking cues from the runway, pointed toes herald a return to more feminine and flirty styles this spring/summer.
Pastels and nudes are also big news, while bright colours and metallics make an encore appearance. Other noteworthy details include braided sandals, high platforms and wedges, rivets and buckles.
Cole Haan has introduced a new spectrum of hyper-bright colours with a mix of signature artisan craftsmanship and innovative technology. Inspired by menswear, the women's collection uses shades of fuchsia, coral, green, purple, yellow and blue, while soft suede, nubuck and nappa contrast with vachetta and patent leather.
The Lucinda Air OX pump mixes boyish style with a heel, while Skylar and Alissa Eva Oxford combine boyish good looks with bold colours. For something more casual, the Kody Oxford is ideal for days spent relaxing.
Tennis icon Maria Sharapova has also designed her sixth collection for Cole Haan, which features contrasting bright yellow and black shades, and seasonal neons.
For men, the Cole Haan collection of Air Coltons features wear-anywhere silhouettes of the Oxford, Wingtip and Saddle in unexpected colours such as Ashley Blue and Grape. Air Franklin is a relaxed Wingtip silhouette in blue and white and grape and yellow.
Nine West has a collection filled with vibrant colours, classic stripes, soft florals and sensational skins. Lite Brite is full of supercharged brights and graphic prints, ranging from trendy flats to strappy sandals, while New Wave is influenced by the colours of the sea meshed with crochet and gingham, flirty florals and cork bottoms.
