Stay A Step Ahead With These Chic Fall Shoe Trends
From power pumps and riding boots to statement animal-print and chocolate suede, these are the key shoe trends to complete your look this season
Return-to-work pumps
With ultra-elegant takes on power suiting spotted all over the fall/winter ’25 runways – at Givenchy, Saint Laurent and Calvin Klein Collection, to name a few – it makes perfect sense that pumps are trending again. Immediately capturing the attention of every editor on the front row in Paris, Tom Ford’s croc-effect leather ‘Eva’ pumps are giving ’40s femme fatale, while Manolo Blahnik’s ‘Mayslibi’ slingbacks come in the perfect desk-to-dinner silhouette. Elsewhere, show you mean business in Saint Laurent’s ‘Babylone’ heels – the logo plaque and cutout detailing create a unique point of difference.
TOM FORDEva D'Orsay glossed croc-effect leather pumpsد.إ4,368.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock3939.5 - out of stock4040.541 - out of stock41.542 - out of stock
MANOLO BLAHNIKMayslibi 70 buckled leather-trimmed velvet slingback pumpsد.إ1,800.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock43 - out of stock
GUCCIErin horsebit-embellished devoré-velvet slingback pumpsد.إ4,100.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.53737.5 - out of stock3838.5 - out of stock3939.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.54141.542
SAINT LAURENTBabylone leather slingback pumpsد.إ5,150.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 34EU 35EU 35.5EU 36 - low stockEU 36.5EU 37EU 37.5 - low stockEU 38EU 38.5 - low stockEU 39EU 39.5 - low stockEU 40EU 41 - low stockEU 41.5EU 42
Chocolate suede
Chocolate-brown suede (think 70% dark chocolate and above) feels extra luxurious in the fall, especially when paired with fuzzy knits and faux-fur coats. Manolo Blahnik’s ‘Maysale’ mules, complete with pointed toes and signature buckles, will look elegant with a simple column dress or tailoring, while Aeyde’s ‘Harris’ loafers will add a preppy feel to off-duty denim. Alternatively, embrace timeless elegance with these exquisite ‘Miralonepla’ knee-high boots, also by Manolo Blahnik – the perfect complement to a midi skirt or dress.
MANOLO BLAHNIKMaysale 50 buckled suede mulesد.إ3,250.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock35.5 - out of stock36 - low stock36.5 - low stock37 - low stock37.53838.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - low stock40.5 - low stock41 - low stock41.542 - low stock42.5 - out of stock43 - out of stock
MANOLO BLAHNIKMiralonepla 90 suede knee bootsد.إ5,500.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.542
GIANVITO ROSSIRipley buckled suede ankle bootsد.إ2,665.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock4141.5 - out of stock
AEYDEHarris suede boat shoesد.إ850.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - out of stock37 - out of stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock42 - out of stock
Western
Much like classic Chelsea or biker boots, Western styles have become a mainstay in our wardrobes – proof that boho isn’t going anywhere any time soon. For a refined take, reach for Paris Texas’s ‘Bettina’ boots, which are crafted from butter-soft leather with sleek pointed toes, or nail Parisian Left Bank cool with Isabel Marant’s tasselled ‘Dalby’ in whipstitched suede – the wide, folded cuffs nod to styles from the ’80s and work especially well with flouncy hemlines. Chloé’s signature ‘Susanna’ boots, on the other hand, are a throwback to the indie trend of the early 2000s and an effortless way to add a rock ’n’ roll edge to your look.
CHLOÉSusanna studded leather ankle bootsد.إ5,200.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock3737.5 - out of stock3838.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock
PARIS TEXASHilda suede ankle bootsد.إ1,750.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.541 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
ISABEL MARANTDalby tasseled leather-trimmed suede ankle bootsد.إ2,395.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - low stock37 - out of stock38394041 - out of stock
PARIS TEXASBettina leather cowboy bootsد.إ1,750.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock35.536 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock4141.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
Statement animal print
The beauty of animal print is its ability to shapeshift from timeless neutral to fierce accent, depending on how it’s worn. Looking to make a glamorous statement? Jimmy Choo’s leopard-print ‘Maxima’ boots – a NET-A-PORTER exclusive – will give your trusty LBD a whole new look. For the perfect day-to-night option, try Khaite’s ‘Ona’ ankle boots. Crafted from snake-effect leather, they’re sure to make tailoring and shirt dresses pop.
JIMMY CHOOMaxima 35 leopard-print calf hair knee bootsد.إ8,800.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.5 - out of stock38 - low stock38.539 - low stock39.540 - low stock40.5 - out of stock41 - low stock41.542 - out of stock
KHAITEOna snake-effect leather ankle bootsد.إ3,360.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock
ALAÏACriss Cross patent-leather trimmed leopard-print calf hair ballet flatsد.إ4,700.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - low stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock
Boat shoes
Boat shoes were a big hit last season – and their popularity is set to continue well into fall, with brands updating the style in sumptuous textures and richer colors. Tod’s reworked version of its iconic driving shoes come in smooth leopard-print calf hair with bow-tied leather laces and signature ‘Gommino’ soles. Wear them with a T-shirt and slouchy denim on weekends. Alternatively, try Bally’s army-green ‘Pathy’ pair with tailored pants and an oversized trench coat.
TOD'SGommino leather-trimmed leopard-print calf hair boat shoesد.إ2,415.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock3636.5 - low stock3737.5 - low stock3838.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.540 - low stock40.54141.542 - out of stock
VALENTINO GARAVANIFastaway embellished suede loafersد.إ4,290.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.53838.5 - out of stock39 - low stock39.540 - low stock40.5 - out of stock4141.542 - out of stock
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALSPliaria leather-trimmed pony hair boat shoesد.إ1,012.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock373839 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - low stock42 - out of stock
ISABEL MARANTFitza tasseled fringed leather-trimmed suede loafersد.إ936.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock36 - out of stock37 - low stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock
Riding boots
Equestrian and British-heritage references dominated the fall/winter 2025 shows, which can only mean one thing: riding boots are back. Seen at Burberry, Altuzarra, Tory Burch and TWP, they were either pulled on over jodhpurs or layered beneath swishy midi skirts and dresses, offering plenty of styling inspiration. From our NET SUSTAIN edit, Aeyde’s ‘Hector’ boots are crafted from smooth camel leather and come in a traditional, close-fitting silhouette; while Ferragamo’s sophisticated ‘Therma’ boots are detailed with interlocking gold hardware.
TOTEME+ NET SUSTAIN The Riding leather knee bootsد.إ4,200.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - low stock36 - out of stock37 - out of stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock42 - out of stock
AEYDEHector leather knee bootsد.إ1,788.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock37 - out of stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock42 - out of stock
FERRAGAMOTherma embellished leather knee bootsد.إ5,778.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size5.56.5 - out of stock7 - out of stock7.5 - out of stock8 - out of stock8.5 - out of stock9 - out of stock9.5 - out of stock10 - out of stock10.511 - out of stock11.5 - out of stock
TOD'SGomma embellished leather knee bootsد.إ6,110.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3436 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
Retro sneakers
Retro sneakers have quickly become every tastemaker’s favorite way to finish both on- and off-duty looks – their low profile and streamlined shape mean they go with pretty much anything. Perfect paired with a slouchy suit or wide-leg jeans, Loewe’s ‘Flow Runner 2.0’ sneakers come in tonal-blue leather, shell and suede with cursive logo appliqués at the sides and are a fashion-editor favorite. Adidas Originals, Dries Van Noten and Autry also have brilliant options in sporty, ’70s- and ’80s-inspired shapes.
LOEWEFlow Runner 2.0 leather-trimmed shell and suede sneakersد.إ1,417.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock37 - out of stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock42 - out of stock
DRIES VAN NOTENLeather-trimmed suede sneakers
ADIDAS ORIGINALSGazelle Indoor crocheted sneakers
Heeled loafers
Chances are, you probably already own a pair of flat loafers – but, if you’ve yet to be tempted by heeled iterations, this season’s line-up might just change your mind. Echoing styles from the ’70s, Gucci’s ‘Lady’ pumps are made from smooth cream leather with signature horsebit hardware, while Saint Laurent takes the style to new heights (quite literally) with its ‘Chloé’ pair. For something a touch more office-appropriate, a pair of Church’s ‘Prudence’ loafers in glossed leather, complete with chunky block heels and traditional penny straps, is the perfect pick.
SAINT LAURENTChloé 90 tasseled leather pumps
GUCCILady horsebit-detailed leather pumpsد.إ4,000.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.53737.538 - low stock38.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.54040.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock
CHURCH'SPrudence glossed-leather loafersد.إ2,725.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3535.5 - out of stock36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - low stock40.5 - out of stock4142 - out of stock
GIANVITO ROSSINuit 70 patent-leather platform pumpsد.إ2,128.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.542 - out of stock
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