If the Latest Shoe Trends Speak to You, You Better Listen—3 Standout Picks

Danish art director Clara Dyrhauge walking on a cobblestone sidewalk wearing an oversize gray belted coat, a brown suede bag, straight-leg jeans, and black kitten-heel boots

(Image credit: @claradyrhauge)

When it comes to my closet, I admit that shoes take the spotlight when I am planning out my looks each season. This winter is no different. While I am loyal to my usual classics no matter the time of year, I will still be reaching for the latest shoe trends to round things out. Now into 2025, there are three trends in particular that I happen to have my eye on.

One style that has my attention is a cool pair of brown sneakers. Think everything from suede options to sleekier, sportier pairs that can be worn with jeans, dresses, and more. Another shoe style that's top of mind for fashion insiders is a variety of chic black kitten-heel boots. These instantly elevate any outfit so they are a no-brainer. Keep scrolling to shop all three shoe trends that are worth checking out right now. Many are already starting to sell out.

Brown Sneakers

style influencer Francesca Saffari wearing a gingham print lined trench coat, gray sweater, burgundy Bottege Veneta bag, dark cuffed jeans, and New Balance x Miu Miu brown suede sneakers

(Image credit: @francescasaffari)

From suede to sporty options, there is something for every personal style.

Black Kitten-Heel Boots

Danish art director Clara Dyrhauge poses on a cobblestone sidewalk wearing an oversize gray belted coat, a brown suede bag, straight-leg jeans, and black kitten-heel boots

(Image credit: @claradyrhauge)

Below is a mix spanning from bootie to knee-high options that are equally chic.

Ruched Loafers

British influencer Marilyn Nwawulor-Kazemaks poses in from of a black door in London wearing a black turtleneck sweater, gray belted trench coat, cropped black pants, white socks, and black ruched loafers

(Image credit: @nlmarilyn)

Go classic with a black loafer or mix things up with a bold color or print.

Jennifer Camp Forbes

Jennifer Camp Forbes is currently an editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities for over a decade, including creative director and various editor roles. She’s well-known as a shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups, digital moodboards, and extensive knowledge of up-and-coming brands, plus the new arrivals sections of the chicest retailers. Jennifer has had a lifelong interest in fashion which led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion. While she has called Los Angeles and New York City home in the past, she currently works remotely from Massachusetts. When she’s not obsessing over and writing about her latest fashion finds, she is delighting in raising two little ones with her highschool sweetheart, perusing TikTok religiously, listening to podcasts and audiobooks, creating abstract photographs, and eating the best Mexican food she can get her hands on.