Top 5 Shoe Trends for Fall 2010
It’s almost September, which means soon enough it will time to swap out those summer sandals for some fall-appropriate footwear. If you want to update your shoe collection with a new pair of shoes or two, look no further than this article. Here are the top 5 stylish shoe trends that you’ll be seeing everywhere this season:
1. Clogs
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Love ‘em or hate ‘em, clogs are here to stay this fall. Although they were popular throughout spring and summer, I personally think clogs were made for cooler months, especially in these autumnal hues.
2. Menswear-Inspired Oxfords
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Oxfords have been around for a few seasons now, but this fall stores are stocked with ultra-masculine styles. This mimics the popularity of menswear-inspired fashion this season. The key to making this trend work is to find a pair that looks like it came right out of your grandfather’s closet.
3. Pointy-Toe Flats
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The go-to shoe for both comfort and style this fall is the pointy-toed flat. These type of flats will actually elongate your legs and give you the illusion of height. They also look super-chic when peaking out of the bottom of your jeans or pants.
4. Lace-Up Boots
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Ah, the ultimate shoe staple for colder months: boots. This season, boots have gotten a laced-up makeover. Every kind of boot imaginable has been given laces, so whether your style is girly or grungy, you’ll find your perfect boot.
In other boot news, if you purchased over-the-knee boots last fall, never fear, they’re still a stylish choice. If you want to buy a pair this season though, look for a lace-up style like the one on the top left.
5. Kitten Heel Pumps
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Heel-loving girls can give their feet a break this fall because of this must-have trend: kitten-heel pumps. Silhouettes from the ’50s and ’60s are big on runways and in stores and it looks like they’ve made their way into footwear. Channel your inner Audrey Hepburn or Coco Chanel with a demure neutral pair or be fashion-forward with a leopard print or embellished kitten-heel.
What do you think?
What shoe trends will you be trying out this fall? Which ones are your favorites? Any styles you’ll pass on? Be sure to leave a comment and let me know your thoughts!
Posted on on August 29, 2010 / Filed Under: Trends / Tags: Clogs, Fall 2010, fall fashion, fall trends, Featured, Kitten Heel Pumps, Lace-Up Boots, Oxfords, Pointy-toe Flats, Shoes
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This post was good, though not much useful to me since I live in a tropical country and it’s summer all year round. But I bought a pair of Oxfords recently and I’m glad they’re in this post!
Nancy Richards
omg i love them !! specially those lace up boots <3
Milana
Love all except the kitten heel pumps and the pointy toe flats. I especially like the lace up boots you’ve chosen! Very nice!
Mai
awesome post!
C
I personally find the upcoming fall trends pathetic and old. When can designers step up their creativity and not reach back into the 50s for military inspiration?
I wouldn’t be caught dead in any of these shoes. This season seems UGLY & BORING!
Leslie
Love the lace up boots and oxfords, but for some reason, I have the hardest time walking in kitten heels haha — I gave those up about four or five years ago.
Caitlyn - FIDM
Great post! I’ve seen tons of cute shoes this season and can’t wait to go shoe-shopping for fall. The only one I do not feel so great about are kitten heels. I feel like it’s one of those trends that once I see it popular and examples of people wearing them, I’ll change my mind.
Iris
Enough with the kitten heels – why don’t designers just bring back reasonable heel heights? There are not enough shoes in the 2-3 inch range these days! Now it’s either 1 inch kitten heels, or 4+ inch heels, both of which are impossible to walk in. Sigh, fashion designers..
LISA
Hopefully my question will be answered.. I’m in love with the oxford trend right now! I think they are so cute but I’m not too sure if I should invest in a pair because I don’t know what cut of jean would look best with them on? I’m definitly a skinny jean girl and I don’t want to buy a pair if I’m going to end up looking funny in them.
Katie
I’m not loving these shoe trends for fall. Although I only ever like a few trends. I love boots, but I don’t think I would wear lace-up boots.
Clogs-no
Kitten heels-better than high heels, but no
pointy toe flats- Audrey only ever wore ballet flats and so will I
Oxfords-it has potential
Jolene
So excited about lace up boots!
Isabelle
Clogs are gross, makes me cringe the thought of how wet and sweaty one’s feet get in there.
I do love the kitten heel but my fave are the lace-up oxfords, especially the preppy ones, super cute with skirts.
Karissa - Elms College
I love love love the oxfords. I need to get myself a pair!
Marwa =)
Great post! I think ankle booties should be added to the collection too ;3
Elle
I’m not really digging the clogs but I’m LOVING all the other trends, especially kitten-heels.
Ally
Wow so much hate for kitten heels! I’m most excited for them, hopefully they’ll start popping up in stores again :-)
Julie
I have the same question as LISA – what jean styles look best with oxfords?
I have a pair that I weat with dresses, but can’t seem to figure out which jean options compliment them.
As for the trends – i love them all except the lace up boots. They always seem to look cheap to me for some reason.
aish
love the oxford flats and lace up boots……but i dnt like clogs n kitten heels
i love ballet flats but not toe pointing
Melissa
would it be reasonable to buy every single pair of these shoes??????
But seriously, maybe a post on how to pull off oxfords? not so sure i could do it
C
I agree with C! (the other one) All of these “trends” are so ugly…who would wear their Grandpa’s shoes?? And I like my round-toe flats, not witch-like pointy ones…and the clogs look uncomfortable. Yikes! I think this season’s trend should be tall wedge boots, more cute be-jeweled flats in bright colors, and riding boots. But that’s just me!
C
I also forgot to mention that I am 5’10″ so I SHOULD love kitten heels, but they are impossible to walk in. It’s more like you just drag your feet along and scoot across the floor..not sexy.
Catarina
I hate clogs, altought I love lace-up boots
Barbara
I love flats but with size 10 feet pointy-toed shoes just make my feet seem bigger and at least on me it’s not flattering. I’ll stick with round toed =]
kaley
I’m not a big fan of some of the lace-up boots you pictured, but I’m definitely looking into lace up booties for this season! Gotta say, though…you couldn’t pay me to wear kitten heels. they freak me out. And I’m surprised that a lot of girls don’t like pointed toe flats!! Round ones make my size 6s look like baby feet and definitely never work for me, especially in skinny jeans. More power to girls with larger feet hehe
Mar
I would love to see an article showing what to wear these fall shoes with, especially the Oxfords. I think they are adorable, but I have no idea what I would wear them with.
Nikki
Not a fan of the shoes this season I’ll stick with my riding boots round toe platforms and ankle booties
tessy
I’m not a fan of clogs and kitten heels but I absolutely adore lace up boots
Laura
hehehe, shoes! love em.
@ LISA and Julie– I wear my oxfords with skinny jeans (the only kind of jeans I’ll wear!) I think they look really cute! I’ve also worn them with stockings and a skirt! Just a couple of ideas…
clogs, ugh, NO. and I’m not overly keen on the pointy flats, but they’re okay. no to the kitten heels too. just not a fan. but oxfords, flats and boots, YES! Although I’m still gonna wear my riding boots, love em!
Liza - University of Minnesota
Adorable! I especially love those lace-less oxfords–too cute.
Awesome post, Ashley!
Laura
Not feeling the oxford trend at all, and not sure about the kitten heel. Maybe if you could show us how to wear them?
teal
Your article is very cool.I like the first clogs very much because that will suit with my height.
Anna
I’ve been wanting a pair of Oxfords forever! Lace up boots ?
Jocey N.
I need a pair of oxfords and lace up boots, i just wish it would get cold in NYC already so i can wear boots lol.
Susanna
I kind of surprised that they left out ankle booties, since they are one of the biggest trends this fall.
Natasha
Where are the fur boots? Done right they are a great trend returning this fall as well not too mention they are super warm for fall and winter. I can not wear the kitten heels or oxfords as they make my 9.5 us size feet look HUGE! I agree that the booties are still extremely hot this season, I am undecided on buying a pair of clogs. I remember the last time clogs were in style, they were outdated very fast. I do like Coach’s leopard print clogs, but I don’t know if I am willing to pay the money if I can only wear them for one season. Does anyone else forsee the clog not returning after this fall? Suede pumps are really fantastic this season too, very timeless and classy look for fall. I just adore the new studded styles I have seen everywhere. Great new twist on a classic style!
sorca
Love the boots and flats! Not surprised to see many loving the lace up boots!!!!!
prairy
I just love pointy Toe Flats and Kitten Heel Pumps…….It’s nice…… Great job Ashley………..:)))
Maxine
I love the lace up boots. They are obviously chic and stylish.
martine
I love all of these. In fact i have been looking for kitten heels in stores, but have not seen them yet. I love pointy toes. I already have lace up booties of all heights. They are wonderful and comfortable for winter. Kitten heels are just as easy to walk in as flats. So to the girl who can’t walk in them-HUH???? I don’t understand that. I love all these styles, and I love this post.
maxine
I already have my own combat boots that are black which I bought from Charlotte Russe:)