The new shoe trends of 2018 are really quite varied—dainty heels covered in pretty embellishments to stumpy cowboy boots to souped-up Crocs to spiked stiletto pumps. Indeed, from sensible options to wildly impractical ones, you have every footwear trend, silhouette, colour and finish possible. Basically, if you’re a shoe lover, then 2018 is your year. Here’s our list of this year’s Top Ten.
Cowboy boots: These toughies work through all seasons and look good just about everywhere—from parties to picnics to plain shopping.
Calvin Klein Black and Red Ed Western Boots
Not so classic pumps: The ultimate ’80s style stiletto pump is a shoe trend many retailers are buying heavily into. Bonus points if you wear these in an unexpected colour.
Victoria Beckham’s Dorothy Pumps
Futuristic trainers: Thick-soled and highly durable, that’s how we’ll like our sneakers in 2018. For inspiration, check out Nike and Adidas’ stellar new series.
Nike Air Hurache Essentail ID
Clear plastics: Chanel takes the charge in see-through plastics (Lagerfeld has used it for every imaginable item, not just footwear), but other labels are backing up the trend as well—Balmain, Moschino and Calvin Klein to name a few.
Chanel clear plastic shoes
Feathers: Plumes seem to be sprouting from every kind of shoe, slipper and sandal this year. Clearly, this is one trend that’s been bubbling up for quite a while. Prada feather-trimmed slippers
Kitsch embellishments: Add-ons in the form of jewels, stones, glitter and bows are creating quite a stir. Pair these with neutral clothing for dramatic impact. Ted Baker embellished court shoes
Crayola brights: Most designers have incorporated extra-brights into their shoe styles this year. Hot-hued shoes, particularly in primary shades of red, yellow and blue are a huge hit. Marni Satin Slippers in bright yellow
Curvy heels: Vintage made new, the curvy heel harks back to the ’20s, ’30s and ’40s when the ballrooms of London, New York and Paris had debutantes dancing their way into high society.
Miu Miu curvy heels
Socks: You won’t be able to escape the fact that designers are very much into socks this season—they have been paired with each and every shoe style, and in every guise. Balenciaga logo socks
All-whites: The industry’s penchant for white shoes continues, and this season, there are a plenty of chic white sandals and slippers on offer. Alexandre Briman Clarita Sandals