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From ballet flats to suede sneakers, these are the spring footwear styles Im seeing in Italy.

Last year, a fashion friend gifted me theseChloe Nama Stitch walking sneakersin white.

Aerosoles Donna Ballet Flat, The Mesh-Leather Pony Ballerina Sneaker, Dart Western Bootie and New Balance 237 V1 Sneaker on a yellow and pink gradient background

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Ive usually been alittleskeptical of what I call, fashion sneakers.

I am a classic sneaker lover; I like the style and proven comfort of tried-and-true durable kicks.

But these comfy, stylish shoes changed the game.

New Balance Women’s 237 V1 Sneaker

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A great travel shoe, theyll be easy to slip on and off at airport security.

Plus, theyre lightweight and compact enough to slip into your carry-on or day handbag.

The sneakered support gives you a little bounce in your step and the mesh upper helps with breathability.

Ralph Lauren The Mesh-Leather Pony Ballerina Sneaker

Ralph Lauren

Ive seen them paired with everything from loose-fit jeans to ladylike pencil skirts.

Aerosoles Women’s Donna Ballet Flat

Sciuraglamis a quintessential look of theMilanese style dolce vita.

And these glamorous women arealwayswearing the perfect heel or elegant loafer.

Amazon Vince Women’s Mojave Trainer Sneaker

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The next time Im in New York, Ill be packing myFrye Harness boots to bring back to Italy.

Madden Girl Tutuu Block-heel Mary Jane Flats

Theres no place like home!

Unless youre in Italy, where red patent leather Mary Janes have made their way from Kansas to Milan!

Amazon Aerosoles Women’s Donna Ballet Flat

Amazon

I cant decide between the beautiful red and the of-the-moment chocolate brown color both are amazing choices.

TheseVince Marin moccasinsare another great alternative for a durable suede shoe.

A low-heeled Chelsea boot with a tapered toe paired with a pair of white jeans reads timeless elegance.

Zappos Steve Madden Ruskin

Zappos

The suede boot with a reasonable heel height for walking is a sophisticated mix of urban meets country living.

Added bonus, theyre waterproof, perfect for sudden spring rain showers.

One of the popular flats look this season is the leopard print point-toe kitten heel.

Amazon Madden Girl Women’s Tutu Ballet Flat

Amazon

Ive seen these shoes paired with a Venetian black-and-white striped top and jeans andwow it was a moment.

DKNY Womens Fenella Chelsea Slip On Boots

Spring is pretty rainy here in Northern Italy.

So, wet feet wouldnt be an option.

Timberland Women’s Stone Street Platform Boat Shoe

Timberland

TheseDKNY Fenella Chelsea Slip-on Bootsare the perfect option that doesnt compromise your style to brave the weather.

The slightly platform rubber heel gives a little elevation from the ground on a wet day.

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Nordstrom rag & bone Dart Western Bootie

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Zappos Sam Edelman Bianka Sling

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Amazon DKNY Women’s Fenella Chelsea Bootie

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Doc Miller Open Toe Compression Socks, FitFlop Women’s Lulu Wedge Sandal, iHealth Neo Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor, and 7 For All Mankind Men’s Austyn Relaxed Fit Straight Leg Jeans on a blue background

Kate Spade Madison Lilly Pochette, Staci Medium Tote, Flora Flower Bouquet Crossbody and Gwen Espadrille Flat on a blue gradient background

People wearing Alo Airbrush High-Waist 7/8 Bootcut Legging in Espresso, Navy and Black on a concrete background