by Kori Ellis

On the last day of 2010, let’s take a look at what will be hot when it comes to shoes in 2011.

Kitten heels
Wedges gave our feet a rest in 2010. And in 2011, we’ll get a break with the popularity of kitten heels. Instead of wearing traditional high-heeled pumps or sandals, look for slingbacks with cute kitten heels. Pair them with 50s-inspired dresses for a retro-feminine look.

Cutout clogs
Clogs roared back into the fashion scene in 2010, and we’ll see more of them in 2011. In the spring, look for plenty of clogs with cutout detailing, studded embellishments and other adornments.

Open-toe, open-back booties
When you open the toe and the back, are they really booties anymore? In 2011, look for open booties being worn in the winter with socks, then throughout spring and summer with bare feet.

Ankle-wrap sandals
When the weather warms up, you’ll see plenty of sandals with ties that wrap up the legs. From fun floral fabric wraps to skinny rope ties, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. Again, wedge heels and espadrilles will be popular this year.

Flatforms
Platform sandals with a wedge heel that keep your foot flat will be trendy in the spring of 2011. Look for flatforms from top designers as well as bargain brands. The flatforms you see here are from Derek Lam.

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^{Kori Ellis is an editor and writer based in San Antonio, TX, where she lives with her husband and three children. Kori has been published in dozens of magazines, newspapers and websites worldwide, writing about everything from fashion to fantasy sports.}