Saddle-Up shoes

The oxford doesn't show any signs of going away for spring, but it's time to say hi to the next wave of lace-ups: fifties-inspired saddle shoes.

In their most traditional form, saddle shoes come in black-and-white, but designers are giving us some other options for spring in tri-tone styles like these Vans, above, rich browns and even hints of color. How cute would saddle shoes be on the weekend with your jeans or, the girly way, with a pair of tights and a casual little dress? Not to mention, they look insanely comfortable—always a plus in my book.