Summer is pretty much here, and as those longer, sunnier days creep in, it's time to set our toes loose. Yep, the annual wardrobe changeover is about more than just swapping your fur coats for denim jackets; you've also got to give your shoe rack a rejigger. For the next few months, we'll be trading cozy UGGs and chunky boots for sandals and strappy heels. And, speaking of, there's one pair of heels we'll be wearing nonstop...

Wedges with a sculptural heel (or, as some brands are calling them, asymmetrical heels) first appeared on runways in SS25 and carried through to SS26 as well. They featured heavily on the SS26 runways at Diesel, Blumarine, Uma Wang, and Hodakova.

Diesel - Runway - Milan Fashion Week - Womenswear Fall/Winter 2026/2027
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Diesel SS26
Blumarine - Details - Milan Fashion Week - Womenswear Fall/Winter 2026/2027
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Blumarie SS26

Since then, these statement wedge heels have trickled their way down to all our stores, including Zara. The brand's Leather Wedge Sandals come in at under $100 and, considering how wearable they are, you'll more than get your money's worth after a few weekends. Its sleek black colorway means you can pair these heels with almost any look in your wardrobe. Best of all, the mid-height heel isn't too high, so they're comfortable enough to wear all day... and night.

Here are a few more asymmetrical wedge heels I’m eyeing...

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