Flats (especially ballet flats at the moment) will always be a staple for many given their comfortable and chic nature, but beautiful heels are also sometimes hard to resist. If you adore a heel moment or want to add a new pair to your offering, you're going to love what's coming your way.
Yep, a few of the fashion editors on the team are sharing the heel trends they're particularly feeling at the moment given their forward design qualities. On the flip slide, they also decided to highlight the styles they're not as into and probably won't buy this season given their somewhat outdated nature. Of course, it's to note that all of this information is based on personal preferences, and you should always wear whatever you love, regardless of what someone else likes or doesn't like.
Keep scrolling to check out the top heel silhouettes of the moment, along with the styles that don't feel as fresh for the season. There's also a range of shopping inspiration if that's of interest.
Loving: Pointed-Heel Mules
Not Loving as Much: Super-High Stilettos
"I've cooled off on super-high stilettos [five inches and up] in recent years. I can't get enough of the pointed heel mules that are everywhere this season."—Kristen Nichols, senior editor
Loving: Crystal Heels
Not Loving as Much: Heels With an Ornate Heel
"I'm finding that I'm gravitating away from shoes with an ornate architectural heel. The trend I'm gravitating toward is heels covered in crystals. Think Prada, Anima Muaddi, and Mach & Mach (but you can find more affordable versions at Zara, Mango, and Reformation right now)."—Allyson Payer, senior editor
Loving: Platforms
Not Loving as Much: Lace-Up Heels
"A heel trend that I can't get enough of is platform heels. I feel like I can take on the world in my platforms, and they're always a go-to of mine. A heel trend that feels outdated to me are lace-up heels. I remember when every fashion girl I followed would always spot the lace-up sandal for summer, but something about it just doesn't feel current or on-trend anymore."—Grace O'Connell-Joshua, assistant shopping editor
Loving: Metallic Heels
Not Loving as Much: Bright Heels
"I'm not going to lie, I love a little shimmer and shine, and luckily this fall, metallic heels are having a major moment. I'll be leaning into the trend fully this fall and putting colorful, saturated shades on the back burner for now."—Judith Jones, senior market editor
Next, check out more gorgeous heels to consider for the season.
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Sorry, Stilettos, But These '90s-Inspired, Prada-Coded Anti-Flats Are Hot on Your TrailConsider me converted.
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Hailey Bieber Just Wore a Rich Kitten-Heel Trend That's Worth Swapping Flats ForWell, this is new.
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The Pretty Shoe Trend Celebs Can't Stop Wearing on the Red Carpet in 2025It's no coincidence.
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And Just Like That, Celebs Are Already Wearing Spring's Poshest High-Heel TrendDon't wait for these to sell out.
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This Pop Star's Shoe Collection Is Full of Unexpectedly Chic Gems—25 I Have My Eye OnMost styles are under $100.
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Kate Middleton Traded Black Leather Pumps for the Color and Material That Are Far TrendierTrendy yet classic, of course.
