Fall's Biggest Shoe Trends Might Just Include a Pair or Two Already in Your Closet

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Grab that pumpkin spice latte, decorate the front porch with all the gourds your heart desires, and queue up the scary movies because the time has finally come, ladies: fall is here...at least in our minds it is. And while we love the fall sweets and trick-or-treating, there's one part of fall that we truly can't get enough of: the fashion. From the transitional dresses to carry us from late summer/early fall days to cozy sweaters for November and beyond, there's just nothing like fall fashion to truly usher in the start of the best season. Of course, shoes play a vital role in any great fall 'fit.

We've had our eyes on what's up-and-coming in the fashion world, from our editors' expertise, combing designer showcases, and observing the cutest street style, and have a pretty good idea of what you can expect to see this coming season. There are plenty of wardrobe essentials, like booties and sneakers, as well as a few newcomers and comebacks to the autumn shoe scene. The best part? There's a pretty good chance you already have a few of these styles ready to go in your closet as we speak.

Booties

Honestly, is it even fall until you've pulled out your favorite pair of booties? Whether you like them flat, with a small heel, or tall enough to touch the heavens, booties are a classic that will always be in style. Not to mention, there's so many choices when it comes to style for these ankle boots. From suede to leather and everything in between, there really is a bootie for every occasion.

Womens Ankle Boots

Basel Ankle Bootie

Chunky Heeled Ankle Boots

Women's Ankle Boot

Athletic Sneakers

Athleisure is here to stay, folks. A slightly dressy pair of athletic sneakers is a wardrobe essential for pairing with leggings in the fall. Skip the scuffed-up pair you use to run or workout and opt for some that are tidy and fresh. You can opt for full athleisure or dress up your top half with a trench coat or nice sweater.

Clifton

Veja Women's Rio Branco Sneakers, White/Pierre/Natural, 7 Medium US

Women's 515 V3 Sneaker

Women's Puremotion Adapt 2.0 Sneaker

Mary Janes/Flats

Nope, the Mary Janes are not just for the kiddos anymore! 2023 is bringing this 70's staple back and better than ever with both heeled and flat versions. You can go traditional and wear them with socks or as a regular flat. Speaking of flats, you probably noticed we lumped these two shoe styles together. While they have slight differences, both share a similar shape, and flats are always in style.

Women's Albajane Mary Jane Flat

Platform Mary Jane Block Heels

Flat Shoes

Bow-Knot Ballet Flats

Mules

Mules aren't new by any means — they've essentially become a classic at this point — but we still love just as much as the first day we laid eyes on them. Perfect for those too-hot-to-wear-booties days when you may have forgotten to fix your pedicure, they're light but still give off cozy vibes that fall is known for.

Flat Linen Mule

Backless Slip on Slides

Kayden Mule

Pointed Toe V Cut Mules

Western-Inspired

Yes, you read that right, country-style loving reader: cowboy boots are back and better than ever. While many styles are all-in on the cowboy couture inspiration, there are plenty of options that are less decked out. With minimal stitching, these boots mimic the shape of the classic cowboy boot, but not necessarily the entire look, making them an easier transition piece.

Cowboy Boots

Lance Western Boot

Robyn Bootie

Lance Western Boot

Ticada Knee High Boot

Roslyn Bootie

Saffron Boot

Roslyn Bootie

Saffron Boot

Riding Boots

Boots? For fall? Groundbreaking. We know, we know—boots top every list of fall fashion trends, but this year we're seeing quite the resurgence of a couple of classic styles that took a back seat in the past few years, one of those being riding boots. With the rise of the popular stealth wealth aesthetic, women are channeling classic Princess Diana looks, which of course includes a classic riding boot for a walk in the countryside. Interestingly, both Western-inspired and riding boots have roots in the world of horseback riding, so, what can we say? Maybe this fall is horse girl season.

Charlotte Boot

Women's Riding Boot

Rivet Tall Boot

Penny Classic Equestrian Boot

Shyenne Equestrian Boot

Penny Classic Equestrian Boot

Shyenne Equestrian Boot

Melissa Double Sole Tall Riding Boots

Clogs

They say history repeats itself, and so does fashion. The iconic style of the 70's and 90's is back and better than ever. We've eased into clogs the past few seasons (hello, our beloved Crocs), but fashion is taking a full deep dive into the style this season with shoes that you might have found in your closet 20 years ago. Of course, if you're Joanna Gaines, these bad boys never really went out of style.

Brooklyn Clog

The Cecily Clog

Birkenstock Boston Clog

Brenna Tan Slip On Clogs

Cecila Clog

Chessa Clog

Sebiki Mule

Birkenstock Boston Clog

Sneakers that Go with Everything

If you're looking for a fall shoe that's perfect in almost any everyday occasion, then look no further than the sneaker. We're not talking about the trainers you wear working out. Sneakers have gotten some massive (and chic) upgrades in the last few years and you can now find us wearing them anywhere from the ball park to the office. Of course, it wouldn't be a sneaker if comfort wasn't part of the deal, aka the main reason we love this style.

Campo Sneakers

Kickoff Trainer

Grand Crosscourt Sneaker

Morrison Sneaker

Trainers

Kickoff Trainer

Morrison Sneaker

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