Just as clothing trends change each season, so do styles in boots, shoes and other footwear. Leading fashion retailers set trends through the collections they buy and offer each season. Many current styles are simply a fresh take on a familiar look. If you have a favourite shoe style, chances are if it isn’t fashionable at the moment, it will come back!
As you prepare your closet for the upcoming season, you may want to organize, in order to prioritize your spending. Once you have figured out what you have, you may find a few style gaps that you want to fill with current trends.
Before you go shopping in Burlington Mall, it will help to have a list of shoes that are in style right now:
1. Vegan Shoes
Sustainable, ethical and fashion-forward, vegan shoes offer a wide range of styles, with the peace of mind of a vegan mindset. Whether you are looking for boots, sneakers or something in between, vegan shoes are widely known to be sustainable and cruelty free. Declare your planet-friendly vibe while you make a fashion statement.
2. Dad Sneakers
We couldn’t resist adding this fashion-forward option for dads or the women who love them. Known for their clunky appearance, dad sneakers are notoriously bright and ugly, sometimes worn with gym socks for full appeal. These shoes have bravely made a fashion return for their bold, carefree style.
3. Sneaker Boots
Sneaker boots are shoes that are in style right now. These hybrid shoes are breathing new life into the boot category of footwear. Hiking boot on top, sneaker on the bottom, sneaker boots are both comfortable and stylish, providing the light weight feel of a sneaker with the performance and support of a hiking boot.
4. Combat Boots
Combat boots are regularly in style. Having a classic pair of black or coloured combat boots in your closet is a staple for fall or winter. These boots can be dressed up or down, they are comfortable and sturdy and let you express your edgy side.
5. Metallic Loafer
When metallic shoes come back in style, they always offer an easy way to dress up an outfit, from a weekend book club party to a work meeting or event. Current styles can be found in metallic silver, gold and rose hues, as well as in combinations of patent and metallic materials.
6. Cowboy Boots
Whether they offer a hint of western style or the full flavour of the Calgary Stampede, cowboy boots are a versatile addition to any closet. Mid-leg, square toe and full length options can dress up or down any outfit. To make a statement this season, consider cowboy boots in bright colors, including red orange or yellow.
7. Animal Prints
Animal prints tend to reappear regularly on the fashion scene. In footwear, they are making a comeback in leopard prints, cow and serpentine patterns, appearing in everything from pointed-toe heels to high-fashion bootees. This season, look for traditional animal prints to appear in new shades and textures.
8. Mules
Open-back mules have made a fashion come back, as well, featuring a wide range of styles and colours. From slip-on, loafer style mules that look fabulous anywhere from the grocery store to an office meeting, to classic, suede dress shoes, mules offer fashion and versatility with the comfort of a slip-on shoe.
9. Creeper Sneakers
Creeper sneakers have surged onto the fashion scene, combining the comfort of a sneaker with the an ultra-thick crepe-style sole. The uppers are often made of suede, but can also be found in everything from patent to leather or canvas. These shoes first appeared as a fashion statement in the years following World War II and have come back in style off and on ever since.
10. Dainty Straps
In contrast to the chunky look of clogs and creeper sneakers, another current trend are the dainty straps found on women’s shoes, from sling-backs to high heels to traditional ankle strap pumps. Be sure to have a dainty strap shoe as a staple in your closet.
11. Chunky Clogs
Just when you thought clogs would never make a comeback, they are the new fashion-forward trend, featuring a chunky, low-key style. Chunky clogs can be dressed up or down, worn with denim or your favourite dress.
Keeping up with fashion trends can be an expensive undertaking, unless you have a plan to acquire footwear wisely. Many fashionistas are smart about the trends they choose, making sure they have a few staples in their closets without trying to have everything at once. When it comes to footwear, having a few stylish staples, will keep you in fashion without breaking the bank. We hope this list of shoes that are in style right now has inspired you to look at your own closet and see if you might be in need of a new staple or two.
