Fall’s top shoe trends pick up where we left off in the spring—iterating on classic shapes while infusing them with personality-driven touches. The result? Styles that feel both familiar and new; wearable yet a touch unexpected. And with the spring/summer 2027 collections now unfolding in real time, it’s clear that many of fall’s biggest trends are here to stay.
A Look at Fall/Winter 2026’s Top Shoe Trends
The kitten heel was a reference point for many designers—Celine, Prada, and Proenza Schouler included—who reworked pared-back silhouettes with playful, feminine flourishes. We’ve seen plenty already on the streets of New York Fashion Week. (Those looking for a little more height can turn to options from Victoria Beckham, Jil Sander, and Stella McCartney.)
Elsewhere, designers reimagined the T-strap—in both heeled sandal and pump form. It’s a perfect transitional shoe—sturdier than a flip-flop, but still perfectly suitable for a warm day. Though, for the colder months, you can pair it with knee-high or crew socks the way Dries Van Noten and Fendi did. Speaking of the colder months, boot season is upon us, and the runways displayed a handful of key silhouettes in that space, including the stretchy sock boot in both knee-high and ankle-height iterations, as well as rugged biker boots.
Slippers made their mark for fall too—from the return of classics like Gucci’s fur-lined horse-bit style to patterned and embroidered takes from Ralph Lauren and Conner Ives. A slip-on brings an ease to daily dressing, adding a polished feel to worn-in jeans and a laid-back cool to skirts. Plus, it’s a welcome flat alternative for party dressing and winter occasions. If heels are more your speed, you’ll find lovely festive options, from Chanel’s two-tone metallic glove pumps to Michael Kors’ red satin square-toed heels—like ornaments for the feet!
Already spotted on the spring summer 2027 runways in New York, kitten heels, textured pumps, and slip-on silhouettes are set to continue their reign. Now is the time to invest in styles that will carry you through the winter and into spring. Below, a closer look at all the top fall/winter 2026 shoe trends.
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Photo: Courtesy of Ann Demeulemeester, Balenciaga, Dries Van Noten, Dior, Proenza Schouler
