Step into the season with the best designer shoe trends, from statement boots to elevated loafers, these styles define fall–winter fashion with timeless appeal.

Looking for the best designer shoe trends that actually matter this season? Think suede Western boots, sleek riding pairs, polished loafers, ballet flats, and cold-weather icons that handle real life—from desk days to holiday trips. Below you’ll find 20+ in-stock styles you can buy right now, with quick outfit pairings and a few wanderlust-worthy Viator experiences to put them to work.
20 Best Designer Shoe Trends & Live Shopping Links
For easy shopping, we have listed 20 best designer shoe trends plus the best outfit to pair so you can easily check out your heart’s desire.
1. Suede fringe ankle boots
Madewell The Lexie Fringed Ankle Boot in Suede.
Wear with: a chunky knit + mini skirt + trench
2. Dimes Chelsea boots
Madewell The Dimes Chelsea Boot in Leather
Wear with: straight-leg denim + cashmere cardigan sweater
3. Ballet flats (Mary-Jane strap)
Madewell The Greta Ballet Flat
Wear with: pleated midi + cardigan.
4. Rain-ready Chelsea
Hunter The Chelsea Rain Boot
Wear with: black leggings + puffer.
5. Polished penny loafers
J.Crew Winona Penny Loafers in Spazzolato Leather
Wear with: mensy trousers + crisp button-down.
6. Everyday ballet flats
J.Crew Quinn Ballet Flats in Leather
Wear with: straight jeans + long wool coat.
7. Knee-high leather boots
Madewell The Adalai Knee-High Boot
Wear with: sweaterdress + belted trench J.Crew Long Icon Trench
8. Ankle leather boots
J.Crew New Stevie Ankle Boots in Leather
Wear with: barrel-leg denim + wool blazer.
9. Western snip-toe boots
Vince Camuto Prilie Western Boot (Women) at Nordstrom
Wear with: silk skirt + chunky sweater.
10. Cozy clogs
Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed Clog
Wear with: socks + cropped wide-leg pants.
11. Shearling clogs
Birkenstock Boston Genuine Shearling Lined Clog (Women) at Nordstrom
Wear with: knit set for travel days.
12. Loafers with bit hardware
Sam Edelman Loraine Bit Loafer (Women) at Nordstrom
Wear with: tailored suit or denim-and-tee.
13. Mini UGGs (icon)
UGG Ultra Mini Classic Boot (Women) at Nordstrom
Wear with: leggings + oversized hoodie for off-duty.
14. Equestrian knee boot
TOTEME The Riding Leather Knee Boots at NET-A-PORTER
Wear with: black leggings + oversized coat (TOTEME coats: https://www.net-a-porter.com/en-us/shop/designer/toteme/clothing/coats-and-jackets)
15. Designer Chelsea (elevated)
BOTTEGA VENETA Leather Chelsea Boots at NET-A-PORTER
Wear with: midi dress + longline coat.
16. The perfect mid-heel pump
GIANVITO ROSSI Gianvito 85 Leather Pumps at NET-A-PORTER
Wear with: tailoring or slip skirt.
17. Party metallics
– AMINA MUADDI Lori Metallic Leather Sandals at NET-A-PORTER
Wear with: tux blazer + satin midi.
18. Luxury loafers (iconic)
GUCCI Jordaan Horsebit-Detailed Leather Loafers at NET-A-PORTER
Wear with: cropped trousers + cashmere
19. Canvas/print loafers (statement)
GUCCI Jordaan Horsebit Coated-Canvas Loafers at NET-A-PORTER
Wear with: denim + trench.
20. Slingback ballet flats (dressy)
VALENTINO GARAVANI Logo-Embellished Tasseled Leather Slingback Ballet Flats at NET-A-PORTER
Wear with: LBD + statement earring.
Outfit Pairing Cheat Sheet
- Polished day: loafers + pleated pants + trench J.Crew New Icon Trench Coat
- Cozy casual: clogs + knit set + Toteme coats
- Weekend wander: Chelsea boots + straight jeans + chunky cable Madewell cable sweater
- Desk to dinner: mid-heel pumps + blazer + slip skirt
- Festive nights: metallic heels + tux blazer + satin midi
Where to Wear Them
- Holiday lights & markets (NYC) – Perfect with clogs or Chelsea boots: New York City Holiday Lights & Markets Walking Tour
- London theatre night – Dressy flats or block-heel boots: West End Theatre Walking Tour
- Paris tasting stroll – Loafers or ballet flats: Devour Paris Ultimate Food Tour