Forget black and white—Kate Middleton has just donned the shoe color trend that pairs best with butter yellow.

Forget black and white—Kate Middleton has just donned the shoe color trend that pairs best with butter yellow.

      Although butter yellow remains a leading colour trend this season, finding the ideal shoe pairing can still be challenging. Black often feels too harsh against the soft pastel hue, while white can seem overly stark. Thus, I’ve been on the lookout for a reliable neutral option. This past weekend, Kate Middleton provided the answer during an engagement in London, where she wore a calf-length coat dress in a lovely shade of pale yellow, paired with chic pointed-toe beige heels. The soft beige complemented the delicate pastel without overpowering it, creating a cohesive look that emphasized the butter-yellow dress while adding a polished touch that neither black nor white could achieve.

      While beige is inherently a sophisticated accompaniment to butter yellow, its appeal goes well beyond just one outfit formula, making it a smart addition to any heel collection. As always, the Princess of Wales has showcased ample styling inspiration. Keep reading to shop for the finest beige heels below.

      Shop Beige Heels:

      H&M

      Kitten-Heeled Slingbacks

      Also available in black and chocolate brown.

      Wear these with a butter yellow dress or style them with your favorite jeans.

      H&M

      Bow-Detailed Heeled Sandals

      Act fast! These won't last long in stock.

      H&M

      Suede Slingback Court Shoes

      The suede material gives these a refined edge.

      Reformation

      Serenity Bare Sandal

      Reformation's Serenity sandals are a favorite among fashion enthusiasts.

      Studio Amelia

      Cross Front 70 Heel

      A classic pair of strappy heels that never go out of fashion.

      Aeyde

      Abby Knotted Leather Sandals

      Available in half sizes, so you can get the perfect fit.

      Anthropologie

      Maeve Peep Toe Kitten Heels

      These also come in green.

      Khaite

      Miriam Leather Pumps

      The high-vamp shoe trend continues to thrive.

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Forget black and white—Kate Middleton has just donned the shoe color trend that pairs best with butter yellow.

Not every color pairs well with butter yellow—this one consistently does.