The plaited fibre sole defines the Espadrille, a summer must-have this season. This long-time Spring/Summer favorite is taking on a new identity in 2016 and showcasing innovative, fun designs. 

Espadrilles are a given during the summer and embellished espadrilles are even better. I love the tassels on Aquazurra's pale yellow espadrilles (pictured here). I purchased a pair of Chloé espadrille wedge sandals (kinda like the ones pictured here), and while I'm nervous to balance on 5 inches of fibre sole, I can't wait to wear them.

Espadrille sneakers are having a big fashion moment and I want them all! Sneakers have been dominating our looks for many seasons and combining these two shoe designs is genius. The fibre sole or in the case of Alexander Wang's sneaker espadrilles with a fibre toe-cap, adds a freshness to the sneaker and brings the long-time favorite shoe into summer. You can wear the sneaker espadrille with tailored pants, joggers, dresses, and basically anything in your closet. The espadrille sneaker is cool, chic and on-trend.

Pictured here: Alexander Wang sneaker espadrilles, (available at NET-A-PORTER) Castaner Carina canvas espadrilles, Castaner fringe canvas espadrilles, Chloé printed canvas espadrilles, Chloé espadrille wedge sandals, Tod's leather espadrilles, (available at mytheresa.com) Aquazurra Palm Beach espadrilles, Rag & Bone Gina suede espadrille ankle boots, Miu Miu patent leather espadrille sneakers, Kenzo embroidered espadrilles