Perhaps a tad premature, Shoeflyer’s got an inside scoop on next spring’s fashion trends. While some may say it’s too early to be thinking about fashion that far off, I think it’s our duty here at Shoeflyer to keep you informed and current on the latest developments in the world of shoes. Even though next spring is several months (and seasons) away, it’s never too early to begin preparing, especially in order to keep your eyes open for great deals during the off seasons. So, what exactly do we know?

Well, according to a source at Footwear News, one predicted hot trend for Spring ’10 is braided sandals. That is, sandal straps that boast braids will be a popular item by the time next season comes around. And there’s even still time to style a pair or two as the end of summer slowly tapers off — before fall becomes a legitimate threat to the sandals we all love to sport.

So, if you’re itching to get a jump start on spring fashion, here’s a few styles from Shoefly similar to what you might see next year.

Maggie by Seychelles.

Natasha by Nude.

Gerry by Sam Edelman.

Little Leo by Kenneth Cole Reaction.

Be sure to take advantage of Shoefly’s 30% off sale, too — which means great prices to stock up on shoes for the coming seasons!

[top photo: Samurai Johnny]