Not to toot my own horn or anything, but leave it to NYC girls to find the best practical shoes for a stylish day around the city. After all, who better to test-drive trends than the style set who wears them and will walk actually around in them? As an L.A.-to-NYC transplant, I can tell you that that whole walking part really does make a difference in how you get dressed in the morning or for a night out. Luckily, however, whether it’s a pair of fancy-feeling flats or the best heel options that won’t kill your feet at the end of a long day, there are countless shoe trends that make the cut for city life, and today we’re highlighting eight of them. See what they are and shop our picks for each below.
Wedges
All hail the return of wedges.
Shop wedges
Available in sizes 36 to 40.
Available in sizes 5 to 11.
Western Boots
Comfortable, cool, and a welcome break from sandals in the summer.
Shop Western boots
Available in sizes 6 to 10.
Available in sizes IT36 to IT41.
Strappy Sandals
Of course NYC girls are wearing one of the season’s biggest trends.
Shop strappy sandals
Available in sizes 4.5 to 11.5.
Available in sizes IT35 to IT41.
Woven Flats
The keyword here is breathable.
Shop woven flats
Available in sizes 37 to 40.
Available in sizes IT35 to IT41.
Block-Heel Sandals
For when you need some height but still have to commute to work.
Shop block-heel sandals
Available in sizes 36 to 40.
Available in sizes 36 to 41.
Throwback Sneakers
The latest sneaker trend at the top of our lists.
Shop throwback sneakers
Available in sizes 5 to 11.
Available in sizes 36 to 40.
Satin Slides
The fancy flats of summer.
Shop satin slides
Available in sizes 5 to 12.
Available in sizes 6 to 11.
Slingbacks
The quintessential work-to-drinks shoes.
Shop slingbacks
Available in sizes 35.5 to 40.
Available in sizes 35 to 39.5.
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