This summer, "mule shoes" have made a comeback with the retro trend, offering an elegant and stylish choice for summer footwear.

Pointed toes, closed toe boxes, open heels, flat soles, thin high heels—these are all characteristics of mules. With their delicate and lightweight silhouettes, they exude elegant, retro, and feminine charm when paired with dresses in summer.

Mules are divided into sandals and slippers. The lace - free styles add a touch of laziness to elegance. The arrow - like pointed toes visually elongate the legs. Choosing white mule slippers in summer gives a fresher and more summery vibe.

Mules with detailed decorative designs on the upper can enhance the sophistication of an outfit when paired with simple clothes, making the overall look more refined and stylish.

Summer outfits need the vitality of colors to set off the seasonal atmosphere, especially when wearing some colorful dresses. The shoes should also be in colorful tones to echo the dress's colors. For example, a blue - green printed dress paired with a pair of green block - heel mules creates a simple, eye - catching look with a strong retro feel through color coordination.

A light yellow dress paired with light green mules is gentle and fresh, also full of retro charm.

Black and white "animal print" flat mules can make a simple dress look more vivid and interesting, significantly enhancing the fashion sense.