Fall Shoe Trends 2016
Your Ultimate Guide to Fall's Biggest Shoe Trends
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With an onslaught of new silhouettes hitting the floor, we've curated something of a field guide to shop the most wearable Fall shoe trends of the season. It may mean kissing your strappy sandals or slides goodbye for now, but there are worthy new upgrades in store. From Fall's more polished mules to the luxe texture you'll be wearing on everything, scroll through to sift through the eight biggest styles. Know just what you want? Click below to shop a specific trend.
1 Mules
As simple as Summer pool slides, Fall's versions are a bit more polished, but never buttoned-up. Think of them as this season's chic flip flops, a hybrid between your favorite sandals and your favorite slippers.
Zara Leather Mules ($119)
Tibi Sofie Mules ($425)
Jil Sander 10mm Velvet Mules ($495)
Prada Suede Bow Mule Flat ($650)
Madewell Barlow Mule ($158)
2 Borrowed From the Boys
Fall runways once again borrowed from the boys' favorite shoes — brogues, bluchers, and loafers — but gave each a polished, for-the-girls twist. Some come with platforms, others chunky heels or a metallic sheen, but whatever pair you select, you might just find you live in them from the office to the weekend.
H&M Loafers With Studs ($35)
Paul Green 'Jojo' Loafer ($315)
3 Bring On the Buckles
Strappy details and lace-up sandals have had their moment, but Fall's iteration goes tougher on hardware. These buckled details go from sweet to sexy like that, lending personality to pumps, flats, booties, and beyond.
Tibi Kai Buckle-Up Boots ($595)
Marion Parke Mitchell Pumps ($650)
Truffle Collection Edlyn Multi Strap Point Flat Shoes ($46, originally $69)
4 Velvet Touch
Fall's favorite fabric is hands down rich velvet finishes. Swathed onto boots and platforms, they lend a funky, throwback vibe, while on pumps and heels, they feel downright decadent and a little boudoir-inspired.
Daisy Street Pink Crushed Velvet Point Heeled Ankle Boots ($54)
Zara Velvet Loafers ($50)
KMB Velvet Sneakers ($148)
5 Block-Heeled
There's no arguing with the fact that the fashion world is enjoying its more comfortable footwear; thus, its latest obsession with everything block-heeled. This contemporary take on the kitten heel takes ballet flats, slingbacks, and booties up a notch with a polished, sophisticated step.
Alexander Wang Simona Cutout Leopard-print Calf Hair Pumps — Leopard Print ($595)
H&M Sandals With Lacing ($50)
M. Gemi Penna Shoes ($248)
6 Fancy Feet
The Fall runways brought luxurious finishes in the form of brocade, embroidery, and a touch of sequins and jewelry, making our footwear fancier than ever before. Let these rich details be a compliment to a special-occasion look or the extravagant add-on you needed for your jeans and t-shirt.
Kate Spade 'Lydia' Pump ($398)
7 Thigh-High
Fall's still obsessed with over-the-knee boots. Made more dramatic with lace-up details or open-toes and skin-tight knit stockings, these silhouettes are even bolder than they were last year.
Truffle Collection Scuba Over the Knee Boots With Contrast Heel ($73, originally $106)
8 Military-Inspired
Growing out of fashion's obsession with the '90s, combat boots are back with an elevated makeover. Sure, you'll find the classic silhouette you loved as a teenager, but these styles come with studs, the highest quality leathers, and sleek buckles, if you please.
Common Projects Combat Boots ($570)
Fendi 'Bugs' Studded Combat Boot ($1,100)
Balenciaga Cutout Buckle Boot ($1,275)
