Your Ultimate Guide to Fall's Biggest Shoe Trends

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)

Mansur Gavriel Leather Flat Mules ($395)

3.1 Phillip Lim 'Louie' Mule Loafer ($495)

Miu Miu Crystal-Embellished Patent-Leather and Velvet Mules ($790)

Gucci Princetown Jacquard Fur-Lined Mule ($840)

Kristin Cavallari 'Capri' Mule ($120)

Jil Sander 10mm Velvet Mules ($495)

Prada Suede Bow Mule Flat ($650)

Madewell Barlow Mule ($158)

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.

Everlane Modern Smoking Loafers ($160)

Loeffler Randall Jasper Tassel Oxfords ($395)

H&M Loafers With Studs ($35)

Prada Leather Brogue Loafer Pumps ($990)

Stella McCartney Faux Patent-Leather Brogues ($1,030)

Gabriela Hearst Chilton T-Strap Brogues ($795)

Stuart Weitzman Manila Leather Tassel Loafer ($445)

MICHAEL Michael Kors 'Connor' Penny Loafer ($135)

Paul Green 'Jojo' Loafer ($315)

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)

Paul Andrew Sevil Patent Leather Block-Heel Pumps ($845)

Nine West Academy Mary Jane Block-Heel Pumps ($99)

River Island Womens Black Multi-Strap Block-Heel Pumps ($110)

Giambattista Valli Multi-Strap Suede Sandal ($900)

Truffle Collection Edlyn Multi Strap Point Flat Shoes ($46, originally $69)

Jimmy Choo Trick Cutout Multi-Strap Leather Sandals ($1,250)

Saint Laurent Suede Babies Multi-Strap 90mm Sandal ($895)

KENDALL + KYLIE 100mm Suede Multi Buckles Boots ($282)

Zara Strappy Heeled Shoes ($50)

Rebecca Minkoff Brooke Patent Leather Mary Jane Block-Heel Pumps ($195)

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)

Sam Edelman Calista Velvet Pumps ($150)

Prada Two-Tone Velvet Sandals ($825)

Topshop Girl Velvet Slingbacks ($75)

3.1 Phillip Lim 'Kyoto' Crushed Velvet Boot ($695)

Saint Laurent Green Velvet Paris Heels ($695)

Zara Velvet Loafers ($50)

Gianvito Rossi Velvet Ankle Boots ($995)

Alexandre Birman Clarita Bow-Embellished Velvet Sandals ($695)

Stuart Weitzman Atabow Velvet Bow Loafer ($420)

KMB Velvet Sneakers ($148)

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)

Miu Miu Shearling-Trimmed Patent-Leather Slingback Pumps ($890)

H&M Sandals With Lacing ($50)

Vagabond Jamilla Dark Gray Suede Block Heel Shoe ($113)

RED Valentino Mary Jane Block-Heel Pumps ($495)

Loeffler Randall 'Clara' Block Heel Pump ($325)

Topshop Jewel Toecap Maryjanes ($110)

Gianvito Rossi Two-Tone Patent-Leather Pumps ($625)

Lanvin Metallic Block-Heel Suede Pumps ($595)

M. Gemi Penna Shoes ($248)

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.

Miu Miu Brocade and Patent-Leather Ballerina Flats ($620)

Brock Collection Pointed-Toe Loafers ($695)

Malone Souliers Pink Brocade Robyn Flats ($695)

Kate Spade 'Lydia' Pump ($398)

Jeffrey Campbell 'Viggio' Brocade Bootie ($165)

Sophia Webster Renee Brocade Mary Jane Pump ($550)

Bettye Muller Women's Cyd Bootie ($325)

Aquazzura Alix Embroidered Block-Heel Pump ($725)

Rochas Sequin-Embellished Block-Heel Pumps ($541)

Topshop Royal Embroidered Sandals ($85)

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.

Stuart Weitzman 'Thighland' Over the Knee Boot ($798)

Yeezy Knitted Over-the-Knee Peep-Toe Boots ($995)

Zara Over-the-Knee High-Heel Leather Boots ($279)

Jimmy Choo Maloy Leather Over-the-Knee Boots ($2,395)

Laurence Dacade Maren Stretch-Suede Over-the-Knee Boots ($1,695)

Dolce Vita Kitt Over the Knee Boots ($250)

Sam Edelman Jericho Fringed Suede Over-the-Knee Boots ($325)

Jeffrey Campbell 'Cienega' Over the Knee Boot ($190)

Truffle Collection Scuba Over the Knee Boots With Contrast Heel ($73, originally $106)

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.

Zara Flat Military Ankle Boots ($70)

Stuart Weitzman Attackit Bootie ($565)

Vince Camuto Tokode Lace Up Combat Booties ($189)

Kendall + Kylie Jordana Lace Up Combat Booties ($199)

Common Projects Combat Boots ($570)

Frye Julie Shield Leather Combat Boot ($398)

Alexander Wang Lyndon Box Calf Combat Boot ($750)

Fendi 'Bugs' Studded Combat Boot ($1,100)

Balenciaga Cutout Buckle Boot ($1,275)