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The line-up of fall 2025 shoe trends reads like a wishlist of wardrobe classics. A fresh batch of fashion sneakers had the front row craning their necks at the runway shows, including styles presented by Miuccia Prada, who has become a master purveyor of excellent off-duty footwear. Together with Raf Simons, Ms. Prada complemented paper bag-waistband skirts with leather sneakers, complete with intentionally-distressed details like scuffs and raw edges. At Miu Miu, meanwhile, the final product was quite the opposite: smooth leather trainers, realized in retro silhouettes, with intricately-stitched accents and buckles.
In today’s comfort-driven age, these Miu Mius could fall into the “smart shoe” category, but for those with a penchant for more trad takes, an array of lace-ups also featured on the runways – Victoria Beckham, Rabanne and McQueen were but a few brands that demonstrated easy-to-achieve polish. Willing to embrace a heel? Knife-edged styles courtesy of Saint Laurent, gathered satin pumps at Dries Van Noten and pointed takes at Tom Ford will satiate a stiletto appetite.
Here, Vogue highlights a hat-trick of standout fall 2025 shoe trends–and where to shop them, now–updated as retailer deliveries drop.
The Top Fall/Winter 2025 Shoe Trends
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Derbies and Brogues
Even the simplest of outfits can benefit from a great shoe: a T-shirt and jeans pairing, for example, is immediately elevated with the addition of a high-shine derby or brogue. The autumn/winter 2025 runways presented an abundance of trending options, plus a healthy bank of styling inspiration to make getting dressed in the morning that little bit easier.
Next-Gen Sneakers
Each season, a selection of wishlist-worthy options enter the fore. While sportswear behemoths will no doubt contribute a plethora of viral styles to the sneaker sphere in the coming months, fashion types will be fawning over these sneaker trends in particular: Miu Miu’s buckled style, Prada’s distressed pair, Simone Rocha’s ribboned laces, and Dries Van Noten’s retro suede sneakers. For an ultra clean option, Toteme’s clean white sneakers will earn their keep in your rotation.
Brown Suede
Rich, polished, and versatile, brown suede is everywhere. Bring in warmth with The Row’s brown glove boot with the teeniest kitten heel, or keep it casual in Gucci’s fall sneakers for an off-duty moment with wide-leg jeans, and a turtleneck and blazer.
Fashion Pumps
What makes a pump a “fashion” pump? When it’s given special treatment by a top-tier designer, of course, by way of extravagant bows, frilled flourishes, satin slingbacks or heels that could (metaphorically) splice a diamond. Saint Laurent, Dries Van Noten, Ferragamo, Tom Ford, and Prada (naturally) delivered on all fronts—spot your favorite trendy pair on the latest street style set.
The Glove Boot
Second-skin leather boots took on a chameleonic quality at Chloé, Toteme, and Jil Sander, where they were an extension of the leg underneath midi skirts and dresses. Opt for a creamy soft knee-high boots that mold to the calf—and style with a midi hemlines for a similarly seamless look. (If you like the look but prefer something shorter to wear with trousers, an ankle bootie is better suited.)
High-Voltage Heels
There’s no lying low—vertiginous heels and razor sharp tips keep you on point. Saint Laurent, Jimmy Choo, and Tom Ford have nailed the form—wear with semi-sheer tights to reconcile the look with modern dress codes.
Riding Boots
The equestrian classic takes the reins this season. Sleek riding boots trotted down the runway at Burberry, Ralph Lauren, and Loro Piana, proof that a timeless silhouette is equally deserving of the spotlight.
A Pop of Red
Stop sign red footwear gave many fall/winter looks an arresting quality. Keep it moving in a ripe shade of cherry apple; in flat or heel form, there’s plenty for the picking. Style with your favorite neutrals for a juicy burst, or use the primary color to energize soft pastels or tone down a bold animal print.
Slouch Boot
Ease into the season with slouchy boots, a boho-leaning silhouette that works with floral maxi dresses as it does with laid-back denim. Khaite gave the fall boot a Western vibe with weathered leather, while Isabel Marant reaffirmed it as her signature in suede.
Studs
Silver-studded footwear stormed the runway. A compelling (if not familiar) style for rebels at heart, they brought edge to fall’s personality-driven looks. Aeyde or Bally’s criss-cross ballet flats are subversively sweet, while at Jil Sander, the pump is pushed into bold new territory. Fans of Khaite’s studded Elena bag will find a kindred spirit in its leather ankle boot. Tory Burch’s mule feels like a refined take on a slip-on clog; find subversive interpretation of a preppy style with Sebago’s studded loafer.
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Thigh-High Boots
Over-the-knee boots stormed the runways at Khaite, Toteme, Ralph Lauren, and Burberry, making unapologetically bold statements. Whether peeking out from beneath dresses and coats or worn confidently over pants, these thigh-highs demanded attention. Choose Altuzarra’s cozy shearling-lined pair for warmth or Burberry’s sleek equestrian style for polish. One thing is clear: this boot trend is made to soar.
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