Ask any fashion girl, and they’ll tell you something about fall fashion simply trumps getting dressed for any other season. Next to endless layering opportunities, one of the most exciting things that comes with the end of summer — are all the fall footwear trends to fawn over. And this season, there are quite a few that more than stand out.
If one thing is clear, it’s that excitement in fashion seems to be the priority for both designers and consumers these days, and just as it’s apparent in runway apparel trends, from metallic finishes to reimagining the classics, the same can be seen with shoes. The core categories, of course, remain (as far as fall shoes go, that’s often boots, and boots and more boots), but not without noteworthy tweaks such as second-skin fabrics, funky silhouettes, and where non-boot styles are concerned, entirely fresh takes on nostalgic trends such as ballet flats.
We’ve rounded up 5 of the biggest 2022 fall shoe trends for you to ponder over as you’re feeling out your vibe for the season, and they’re all guaranteed to take any of your outfits to the next level.
- Sock Boots
It’s all in the silhouette — and balance. While current pant trends see styles expanding in silhouette (think parachute pants, cargo pants, baggy jeans, and wide-leg trousers), boot designs are becoming decidedly skin-tight. And just like that, sock boots are back. Just in time for what’s sure to be a fall season chock full of mini skirt and tights combinations, this style is perfect for any ensemble that calls for an ankle bootie.
Veronica Beard’s contribution to the sock boot trend is a stretch-knit revamp of the brand’s leather Lisa boot. Accented with a wooden heel, the end result is one that stands out among virtually any others.
Available at Veronica Beard
2. Fold-Over Boots
It’s a nearly indisputable fact that boots are the shoe style at the top of the fashion trend pyramid currently, and with that comes more experimental styles from designers, such as fold-over boots. It’s a sleek but statement style that almost resembles a pant-leg meeting the top of a shoe, and having gained popularity first with styles such as Givenchy’s Shark Lock boots, can only be expected to garner more fans throughout the fall as an alternative to the traditional knee boot.
Any no-white after Labor Day rules will simply have to take a back seat to these Gia Borghini Rosie boots.
Available at Gia Borghini
3. Gladiators Straps
First introduced during the Ancient Greek times, the gladiator trend has proven to be here for a good time, not a long time. Notably, though, it’s especially prevalent in recent seasons — Call it a byproduct of the return of the 2000s. On and off the runway, though, the style cones with fashion-forward updates, especially for the fall. Think iterations such as Marc Jacobs’ Kiki boots or the patent gladiator pumps Versace sent down the Fall 2022 runway with matching latex tights. Another way to do the trend for fall includes styling a sandal pair with tights or socks.
This shoe changes everything about a going out outfit. For a fall nighttime look, style these over a pair of black tights with any LBD.
Available at Stuart Weitzman Outlet
This shoe changes everything about a going out outfit. For a fall nighttime look, style these over a pair of black tights with any LBD.
Available at Steve Madden4. Ballet-inspired
You may have been hearing whispers of the unexpected revival of ballet flats for seasons now, but the trend feels to have finally stuck, now more than ever (aside from the last time ballet flats were widely popular). Perhaps no trend has gotten a bigger revamp than this one, as it’s actually involved past just flats to include heeled and platform styles that are overtly ballet-inspired.
Ballet pumps, anyone? You may not be doing any pirouettes in these, but you will be turning a lot of heads.
Available at The Double F
With Sam Edelman’s Winslet flat, ballet elements meet ankle lace up details – pearl-embellished ones, at that.
Available at Sam Edelman
5. Metallics
Metallic and chrome elements are a trend specific to shoes this season. Rather, they’re everywhere, from shoes to pants and dresses. The easiest way to style the party-ready trend, however, for many, comes with accessorizing, which is why if you’re planning on trying on the trend for fall, opting for metallic shoes may be the fail-proof way to go. Plus, you can mix and match the shoes with a number of looks through the season, from a cute but casual getup for drinks with friends all the way through to your most extravagant looks for the holiday party season.
A chromatic pink hue is just the first thing that makes this boot hard to pass up. Factor in the angular silhouette and the fact that croc-embossing has never looked better, and these are footwear gold.
Available at https://thewebster.us/shop/mirror-croco-print-alex-ankle-boots-fuchsia.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwkOqZBhDNARIsAACsbfLtP0KD2wOG0hTVJW9Qy0z1twjw_fVEjbecgY-4krCZeg2scPJMWNgaAld8EALw_wcB#size=652?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping&glCountry=US&glCurrency=USD
There’s something about fall that simply calls for a python-effect boot, and one with an all over metallic gold finish takes the cake.
Available at Marc Fisher