From Slingbacks to Loafers, These Gucci Shoes Deserve Their Icon Status
Gucci's horsebit slingbacks come in cream, black and light pink.
Whether you have your finger on the fashion pulse or see clothing as a mere necessity, I feel safe in assuming you've heard of Gucci. It's one of those rare brands that everyone is familiar with, designer enthusiast or not.
My first exposure to the Italian label came around age twelve, as my teenage idol Rachel Green attended a job interview on the TV show Friends. "It's spelled like "Gucky", which can be confusing,” she observed. Fast forward a few years, and I watched in awe and fascination as Gucci's sultry cocktail dresses, velvet suiting and regal draping lit up catwalks around the world.
The iconic Gucci loafers were first launched in 1953, now considered one of the label's most successful creations.
Not only do most people know of Gucci, but they've probably admired some of the brand's best hits on Instagram and IRL without even realising it. While many of its runway looks are considerably out-there, the fashion house's accessory repertoire is filled with wearable designs.
Gucci's handbag offering is unparalleled, and in the shoe department, its famed horsebit loafers remain a fashion editor favourite. More recently, the crystal-embellished slingbacks have become a universal obsession, prompting dupes from countless high-street brands (none quite as divine as the real thing).
Jessica wears the bestselling GG slingbacks.
But there are plenty of other styles from the label that we, Team Who What Wear, believe deserve equal attention. From elevated trainers to sky-high heels, Gucci's footwear selection is the gift that keeps on giving.
Check out 20 of the best Gucci shoes below, and try not to blame us when your wish list suddenly doubles in size.
The Best Gucci Trainers
This feels like a familiar trainer shape, but with that all-important Gucci pizazz.
The Best Gucci Flats
Fear not, that teeny tiny heel is still super comfortable to walk in.
The Best Gucci Boots
Every time I see someone wearing these, I want them a little bit more.
Gucci has a grasp of all the key footwear trends this season, including chunky stompers.
You can also pick up a monogram version of these boots if you want to show off your fashion credentials.
The Best Gucci Kitten Heels
That's right, they're back for another year—and just as covetable as ever.
The Best Gucci High Heels
This influencer favourite also comes in cream and pale pink.
These shoes will take even the simplest outfit to truly memorable heights.
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Bébhinn Campbell is an Edinburgh-based fashion and lifestyle writer and editor. She started her first blog at age 14 and went on to intern at print and digital publications in Berlin and London, including Dazed & Confused and Indie magazine.
A job at a fashion startup took Bébhinn from Ireland to Scotland in 2019, where she now works as a freelance journalist and copywriter covering everything from travel and interiors to styling advice. As a contributor to Who What Wear, Bébhinn always keeps her eyes peeled for emerging trends and looks worth writing about. She prides herself on her ability to cut through the noise and identify solid investment buys, exciting new brands and fresh takes on classic design.
In her spare time, Bébhinn enjoys perusing Edinburgh’s best vintage shops, working through her out-of-control book collection and watching dog reels on Instagram.
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