Roll Up to 2019 in These New Shoes—and Win
If you think about the pieces in your closet that are true outfit makers, chances are a selection of your shoes would nab the top spots. Because really, you can wear pretty much anything—even a simple sweater and jeans—and that perfect pair of statement heels or booties will instantly bring the entire vibe to the next level. So why wouldn’t you want more of these types of shoes in your arsenal? Exactly.
To help you determine which trends are worth considering as you fill out your footwear offering this year, we’re showcasing the top styles to invest in right here. Keep scrolling to find your new dream pair of mules, boots, or sneakers, and get ready to win 2019.
A carry-over from 2018, mock-croc ankle boots continue to reign supreme, especially in lace-up iterations.
Embrace the designer kitten mule look to add instant polish to any ensemble you're wearing.
You'll turn heads in an instant if you kick it in a pair of glossy knee-high boots for your next night out.
Say hello to the sneakers of the moment—the more sparkles and shine the better.
Loafers never go out of style, but this year, try a printed pair in leopard or lean into the logo-mania craze.
Next, check out the best shoes to wear to work.
Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.
-
I Didn't Think This "Ugly" Sneaker Color Trend Would Last, But It's Cooler Than Ever in 2025
Still celeb approved.
By Allyson Payer
-
This Sneaker Color Trend Makes Black Pants Look So Much Prettier
You know you're curious.
By Allyson Payer
-
Sabrina Carpenter Made Cropped Pants Look So Elegant With This Classic Heel Trend
The perfect combination.
By Allyson Payer
-
Suddenly, All The Row-Style Girls Are Breaking This Fashion Rule
And you should, too.
By Nikki Chwatt
-
I Want to Build a New Wardrobe—30 Incredibly Elegant Pieces I'm Eyeing From the Nordstrom Winter Sale
Bring on the chic outfits.
By Jennifer Camp Forbes
-
Jennifer Lawrence Just Wore the Pretty It Sneakers No One Will Be Able to Keep in Stock
Ballet-inspired luxury sneakers, that is.
By Allyson Payer
-
Sorry, Stilettos, But These '90s-Inspired, Prada-Coded Anti-Flats Are Hot on Your Trail
Consider me converted.
By Eliza Huber
-
I Forgot About These Winter Boots Until Meghan Markle Styled a Pair In the Most 2025 Way
Good thing they're on sale.
By Eliza Huber