The best way to breathe life into your existing fall wardrobe is with accessories. For me, that journey always starts with shoes. The best fall shoes can easily transform your basic outfit into a great one. A colorful sneaker, a trendy clog, or a tall suede boot has the power to elevate what you already have in your closet. And if you’re building a fall capsule, shoes are a great place to start.
When I say you only need seven pairs of shoes this season, I mean it. This round-up has variety, comfort, and trends covered. From beautiful suede boots to fun sneakers, clogs, booties, and evening shoe options, you won’t ever have to stare at your shoe closet and wonder what to wear. Whether you’re busy with drop-off and pick-up, heading to meetings, or need a date night shoe, we narrowed down your options to help you easily style these fall shoes with what you already have in your closet.
Key Takeaways
Looking to refresh your shoe lineup for 2025? Here are the seven must-have fall shoe trends every mom’s closet can benefit from:
- Ankle Boots: Timeless and versatile, pair with jeans, skirts, or dresses.
- Tall Boots: Perfect for chilly days and instantly elevate any outfit.
- Clogs: Easy slip-ons that balance comfort with trendiness.
- Sneakers: Everyday staples that go from the school run to weekend outings.
- Ballet Flats & Mary Janes: Chic and practical for work or casual wear.
- Loafers: Structured, stylish, and polished for day-to-night looks.
- Kitten & Low Block Heels: A wearable option when you want a little extra height and style.
Check out the seven best fall shoe trends below and shop the best ones to add to your closet this year.
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Ankle Boots
Ankle boots, or booties, are truly the quintessential fall shoe. You can wear these short fall boots with jeans or dress them up with skirts. I find they look exceptionally well with cuffed wide-leg jeans and maxi dresses. These are stylish yet comfortable to wear all day at the office or bring them with you on your next fall vacation. Opt for a kitten heel if you’re looking for a perfect date-night ankle boot, or try a trendy Western-inspired bootie for everyday casual style.
Tall Boots
Like a pumpkin latte, a good fall boot outfit instantly gets you into the spirit of the season. If you’re looking to update your boots this fall, I would opt for a sleek suede boot. Style them with fall dresses, midi satin skirts, or even stockings and short skirts or shorts! We’re not quite back to tucking our boots into skinny jeans this season, but these will still be a statement in your fall closet.
Clogs
Clogs are everyone’s answer to a comfortable, on-the-go fall shoe at the moment. And why not? These suede slip-ons pair perfectly with every casual outfit in your fall wardrobe. Pair them with your jeans, or add them to your sweats outfit; they even work with casual dresses. Clogs are the perfect way to feel on trend and comfortable this season. If you’re looking to elevate your everyday casual style, opt for an animal print pair or clogs with studs for a little bit of visual interest this season.
Best Fall Sneakers
Sneakers are a closet staple for me every season. But they are definitely my go-to fall shoe. Fall is also a great time to have some fun with sneaker trends. This season, expect to see low-profile, colorful sneakers, as well as comfortable staples like New Balance 327s. Try adding a unique sneaker to spice up your existing fall wardrobe and style it like a neutral. You might be surprised at how instantly trendy and cool a simple jeans and a t-shirt outfit may look with a bright and colorful sneaker this season.
Ballet Flats & Mary Janes
In the same way sneakers and clogs continue to dominate fall shoes, ballet flats and Mary Janes are also this season’s hot items. They’re comfortable, polished, and wearable to every event on your fall calendar. Ballet flats and Mary Jane shoes look cute with everything from jeans to dresses and skirts. If you want to be extra on-trend this fall, add one of these picks to your shoe rotation.
Loafers
While loafers have always been synonymous with fall shoes, this season they are in the spotlight more than usual, especially styled with a cute pair of socks. Yes, we’re letting our socks have a little bit of the limelight this season! If that idea is too fashion-forward, don’t worry, a great pair of loafers will always be timeless. Pair yours with everything in your fall closet for a more polished, elevated fall look.
Kitten & Low Block Heels
A shoe collection wouldn’t be complete without a heel option. I’m loving the continued renaissance of the kitten heel and also the block heel. Hello, comfort! These kitten heels and block heels are a great way to add fall vibes to your date night or girls’ night out looks this season.
How I chose the best fall shoes
As commerce editor, it’s part of my job to stay in the know about the latest happenings in style and fashion. This means I spend most of my days scouring the internet for the best deals and curate my selections based on trends and reviews. I also personally own several of these fall shoes and can attest they’re great closet staples. I curated this selection of the best fall shoes so that you can shop everything in one place and gain some of your valuable time back.
Why You Can Count on Us
The Everygirl Media Group has brought valuable content to our readers for 12+ years. In 2018, The Everymom set out to ensure that all moms know they’re not alone. If you find yourself seeking advice on how to style the latest fashion trend or searching for the best kid-friendly coffee table, we have the answers. And if you’re wondering what’s actually worth it from a sale or looking for a review of the hottest new kids’ product, we’ve got that covered too. From our annual Registry Awards and beloved holiday gift guides to the shopping round-ups you find on our site every day, The Everymom commerce team is well-versed in sifting through thousands of products to curate a digestible list for you. We combine our own experience with in-depth research to bring you a selection that meets our high standards for both fashion and function.
Jessica Welsh, Sr. Fashion & Beauty Editor, The Everygirl
Jessica oversees and edits all fashion and beauty content on The Everygirl. She also writes in-depth styling stories, trend reports, capsule wardrobes, and more. She was previously Senior Editor, Commerce for The Everymom, where she oversaw all shopping content on the site and social. She has created editorial content for major brands such as Nordstrom, Old Navy, Vionic Shoes, and Kohl’s.
Alina Orozco, Commerce Editor
Alina Orozco is the Commerce Editor at The Everymom, where she combines her editorial experience with a love for finding products that make everyday life easier, and more stylish. To The Everymom, Alina brings over 10+ years of editorial publishing and digital storytelling experience as well as snippets of her real life mom style, making fashion trends accessible and fun for every mom. She now lives in a cozy beach town in Southern California with her husband and their two boys, but she’ll always be a Philly girl at heart.
Products included in graphics linked within article. Feature graphic image credited to: J.Crew, Sézane, and Free People.
