The gladiator theme was all over the Spring ’13 runways: from Tom Ford’s knee-high boots paired with sexy skirt suits to Alexander Wang’s athletic versions worn with futuristic dresses, there were lots of interpretations of the classic footwear theme to choose from this season.

Koolaburra takes on popular trend in a modernized gladiator twist for the boho city girl with the RIVA sandal [$109]. The bright flash of neon color along the leather bound sole makes the Riva a must-have accessory for the upcoming season.

The Riva’s wide leather strap across the middle and collar ankle closure offer comfy support, while a thin toe strap detail adds a chic Mediterranean vibe. Available in an assortment of color ways, including the fashionably bold combinations of Coffee with Neon Tangerine, Truffle with Electric Yellow, and Navy with Bright Turquoise, as well as the low-key basics Black and Nude. Pair the Riva with rolled up jeans and fitted blazer for an effortlessly chic outfit for the weekend. It’s the perfect wardrobe addition for every hippy-chic fashionista!

The multiple straps of the AZORE [$139] sandals and the fringe on the VENUS II [$139] are other gladiator-inspired looks in Koolaburra’s Spring/Summer ’13 collection.

As festival season gears up, everyone is busy planning out their outfits, including the folks at OK!, who mentioned the VENUS II Sandal as part of their list of “groupie worthy” accessories for the Spring.

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Gearing up for the season of music festivals? Coachella, Governors Ball, Bonnaroo, and Lollapalooza are just around the corner and we know you’re already planning your outfits from head to toe. Available now, Koolaburra is offering several must-have footwear styles to complete your boho-chic ensembles. From the hippy queen to the backstage rock ‘n’ roll princess, Koolaburra leaps into spring with the season’s hottest looks.

The epitome of bohemian glamour, the VENUS II is a celebrity favorite and our top pick for this year’s Coachella festival. This leather fringed flat sandal is the perfect footwear accessory to pair with cut-off denim shorts and a 60′s-inspired peasant top. Wrap a flower crown around your head and grab your cross body satchel bag to complete the look as you hop from the Gobi Stage to the Ferris Wheel in style and comfort.

Event: Coachella
Date/Location: April 12-14 & 19-21, 2013; Indio, California
Acts: The Stone Roses, Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Blur, Phoenix
Site: www.coachella.com

For any East Coast natives looking to get in on the fun, the Governors Ball on Randall’s Island is the answer. This year you can catch Kanye West and Guns ‘n’ Roses put on a show that will surely go down as YouTube classics. Pump up the style volume for the occasion and pair the new AZORE gladiator sandal with your favorite floral maxi dress. This Grecian-inspired zip back flat transitions with ease from daytime concert to nighttime glamour.

Event: The Governors Ball
Date/Location: June 7-9, 2013; New York City
Acts: Kanye West, Guns ‘n’ Roses, Beirut, Portugal. The Man, Haim, MS MR
Site: governorsballmusicfestival.com

Be the envy of all your friends at Bonnaroo as you dance your heart out to Mumford & Sons in your boho-sleek NEPTUNE sandals. This leather lace wrap-up sandal comes in 5 vibrant colors to match every outfit. Channel your inner rock goddess in these fashion statement sandals and get lost in the music.

Event: Bonnaroo
Date/Location: June 13-16, 2013; Manchester, Tennessee
Acts: Paul McCartney, Mumford & Sons, Wilco, The National, Kendrick Lamar
Site: www.bonnaroo.com

Be sure to look your best as you cruise over to Lollapalooza this year. This Chicago-based festival offers a vibrant mix of indie rock, hip hop, and electronica performances and sets the perfect stage to rock the new ZOLA Sandal. This zip back scarf sandal has a fine suede fringe detail around the ankle in earthy chestnut and bold black leather color ways. Dance the day away with flowers in your hair and Koolaburra on your feet!

Event: Lollapalooza
Date/Location: August 2-4, 2013; Millenium Park, Chicago
Acts: TBD
Site: www.lollapalooza.com

The blasts of neon that appear on the soles of Riva gladiators — available in Truffle (yellow), Midnight Navy (light blue), and Coffee (orange) — are a great way to add some accents of color to your wardrobe for the spring.

Our friends at Refinery29 have put together a slideshow of other ideas on how to add neon to your closet. (The yellow Vincent Camuto ring is so chic!)

And if you want your man’s footwear to compliment your own, the trend has spilled over to the other side, too: consider the shades of neon on Palladium boots or the LunarGrand line of wingtips from Cole Haan.