From New York and London to Milan and Paris, the fashion weeks from all four cities for Spring 2020 have left us with tons of fresh and fun shoe trends to lust after. With a little something for everyone, the newest shoe trends run the gamut from minimalist sandals to high-impact flatforms and comfy-cool sneakers you can pair with everything from jeans to dresses in the new season. For fashion-forward diehards, shoes with jewelry-like adornment, luxe loafers, and fresh takes one of our favorite toe-baring styles — the slide — are making their way into the spotlight, too.
Ahead, discover nine new shoe trends from the 2020 collections we know you'll love. All superwearable for work, weekends, parties, and beyond, they're even better when imagined alongside the Spring 2020 clothing trends (and handbag trends, too!). Scroll through for a complete breakdown, or jump ahead to the trend you want to explore immediately.
Slides are a staple in many a woman's wardrobe, but for Spring 2020, the 2.0 version is reincarnated by way of fun embellishments, unexpected textures, and chunky soles. If you're routinely conflicted between style and comfort, this trend is your happy medium.
Versace Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Zimmermann Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Christopher Kane Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Rejina Pyo Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Tibi Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Carolina Herrera Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Cynthia Rowley Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
MSGM Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
3.1 Phillip Lim Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Rosetta Getty Shoes from the Spring Summer 2020 Collection
Fans of the loafer, rejoice! The 2020 runways are proof that luxe versions are in for Spring. From sleek leather styles with polished hardware to colorful hues and graphic prints, there's a silhouette for everyone with styles ranging from slingbacks to mules and flats. This trend is our top pick for pairing with workwear next season!
Louis Vuitton Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Fendi Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Loewe Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Rag & Bone Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Tory Burch Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Prada Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Lavin Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Altuzarra Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Alexa Chung Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Vera Wang Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Espadrilles are quintessential in Spring and Summer, but for 2020, designers are championing wooden styles á la the '70s as a fresh alternative. From sandals to wedges and stacked heels, this shoe trend runs the gamut from carefree sandals to casually polished heels.
Marni Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Miu Miu Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Givenchy Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Stella McCartney Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Marc Jacobs Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Alexa Chung Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Kate Spade New York Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Dolce & Gabbana Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Alexander McQueen Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Marni Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
From New York to Paris, flatforms were all over the Spring 2020 runways, with a playful, '90s vibe to boot. From sky-high heights to a couple inches off the ground, count on colorful satin styles, lace-up leather silhouettes, and sporty shapes being your go-to in place of stiletto heels.
Staud Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Erdem Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Giambattista Valli Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Prada Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Missoni Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Tibi Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Michael Kors Collection Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Tanya Taylor Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Dries Van Noten Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Simone Rocha Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
When it comes to timeless footwear, pumps are a classic and for a playful update, designers pumped up the color via saturated silk styles, punchy patent leather, and zippy suede.
Jason Wu Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Carolina Herrera Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Zimmermann Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
PushBUTTON Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Victoria Beckham Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Tory Burch Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Roksanda Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Rosie Assoulin Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Shoes with lace-up details ruled the Spring 2020 runways, giving us all the '90s and early 2000's feels. From gladiator sandals that lace up all the way up to the knee to sporty slides with ankle ties, consider this trend to new naked sandal.
Versace Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Ulla Johnson Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
JW Anderson Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Isabel Marant Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Khaite Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Longchamp Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Sportmax Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Valentino Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Emilia Wickstead Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Minimalism always makes a mark on the runways, but for Spring 2020, understated shapes with ultramodern details struck a chord. Think square-toe sandals with toe cut-outs, mules with sculptural heels, and thong sandals with clean lines or polished embellishments.
A.W.A.K.E. Mode Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Givenchy Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Rejina Pyo Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Tibi Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Jil Sander Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Staud Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Boss Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Prabal Gurung Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Bottega Veneta Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Bevza Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
From chunky "Dad" sneakers to overbuilt soles with retro appeal, sneaker trends have truly ebbed and flowed. For Spring 2020, the look skews slightly futuristic and plenty joyful with bright colors and sporty fabrics reigning supreme.
Longchamp Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Pyer Moss Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Gucci Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week
Christopher Kane Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Lanvin Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Kate Spade New York Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Cynthia Rowley Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Taking a cue from Bottega Veneta's cult-loved stretch pumps, designers delivered on a new category: shoes with jewelry-like adornment. From evening sandals with a gold chain in the mix to flats with and sandals with pearl and chainlink adornment, consider this the must-have statement shoe for Spring.
Oscar de la Renta Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Prabal Gurung Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
JW Anderson Shoes on the Runway at London Fashion Week
Elie Saab Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Stella McCartney Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Balmain Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Zimmermann Shoes on the Runway at New York Fashion Week
Mugler Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Chanel Shoes on the Runway at Paris Fashion Week
Gucci Shoes on the Runway at Milan Fashion Week