E-Mail This Article to a Friend Be jeweled Put some sparkle in your step with a pair of glittery shoes BY DARCY HEITZKE

MOST OF YOU are probably playing it safe by keeping your winter boots easily accessible. After all, you never know when we might get hit with another big snowstorm. But the optimists among you may be thinking about spring, and all the wardrobe additions you’ll need. If a new pair (or two) of spring shoes is on your list, you won’t want to overlook the latest trend in footwear. Slip-ons, ballet flats, and low-heeled pumps, all sprinkled with sequins, beads, and gemstones, are the latest shoe craze — and they’re flying off the shelves.

Jasmine Sola is your sparkly-shoe headquarters. Here you’ll find a sexy backless slide by Mystique ($79) in either black or bright blue, with tiny beads and sequins detailing the toe. You’ll also find a dainty pair of round-toed high heels by Rebels ($59), embellished with multicolored beads and sequins. For the ultimate in comfort and style, you may like a pair of Mystique beaded ballet flats ($59). Available in silver, pink, and black, these adorable flats are as versatile as they are feminine.

From casual to formal and everything in between, head to Lord & Taylor, where there’s more shine and shimmer than you’ll know what to do with. To brighten up an outfit or simply draw attention to your feet, check out the round-toed embroidered slip-ons from Laundry by Shelli Segal ($150). Perfect for spring, they come in either lime green or pink, with embroidered flowers and swirls accented with sequins and beads. If you’re looking for something a little more subtle and a lot more elegant, try a pair of pointy black high heels by Laundry ($150). These backless stunners come with an elastic heel strap and are adorned with black-and-silver beading. For more-casual comfort, a pair of sequined backless slides by Kenneth Cole Reaction ($69) might be more your speed; choose from bright blue, black, and pink.

Or head right over to Steve Madden, where you’ll find another pair of gems. Available in black, pink, and gold, the lightweight Treazure slip-on ($59.95) is embroidered with flowers and accented with delicate beading. From the online store, you’ll also find the cork-bottomed, Birkenstock-style Fairytal shoe ($59.95), decorated in brightly colored sequins and beads. Slightly more upscale is a pair of sequined mules ($59); available in either black or cream, they’ll look great with jeans or your favorite little cocktail dress.

Urban Outfitters has a plethora of slip-ons that glitter and sparkle. Head over to pick up a pair of black or tan ballet flats adorned with gold beading ($28). Or, hop online and order yourself a pair of sequined espadrilles ($34). These attention-grabbers come in black, green, gold, and pink, and are guaranteed to liven up any outfit.

Whether you’re looking for sparkly formal shoes for a night on the town or casual, comfortable glittery flats to wear with jeans, you’re sure to find an eye-catcher in this spring’s line-up.

Where to find it:

• Jasmine Sola, various locations; www.jasminesola.com

• Lord & Taylor, 760 Boylston Street, Boston, (617) 262-6000; www.lordandtaylor.com

• Steve Madden, CambridgeSide Galleria, CambridgeSide Place, Cambridge, (617) 374-9952; 324A Newbury Street, Boston, (617) 262-4600; www.stevemadden.com

• Urban Outfitters, 11 JFK Street, Cambridge, (617) 864-0070; 361 Newbury Street, Boston, (617) 236-0088; www.urbanoutfitters.com