The AW22 Shoe Trends to Wear Now Autumn/Winter is Upon Us

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21 Nov The AW22 Shoe Trends to Wear Now Autumn/Winter is Upon Us

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Autumn/winter is well and truly upon us! If you’re excited about new season footwear, then you need to read on for all the winter-ready shoe styles that matter now. Here is our full round-up of the AW22 shoe trends and where to buy them, from hot off-the-runway designer dreams to high street hits.

Biker Buckles

As I am sure you picked up from street-style snaps, Miu Miu’s buckled biker boots are big news for AW22. Yes, it’s time for your footwear to get the moto treatment this season. If your budget doesn’t quite stretch to Miu Miu, the high street, in particular Zara, has some great versions.

These Miu Miu ankle boots will bring a retro biker edge to your cold-weather edit with their silver-toned hardware. Embellished with studs and buckle detailing, the square-toe design is made from calf leather. — **MIU MIU Buckled leather ankle boots, £1,300**

The dream boots.

Zara Leather biker boots with buckles. These on trend biker boots have Leather straps with decorative studs and metal buckles around the ankle and at the top. Square toe, flat soles with low heel. — **Zara LEATHER BIKER BOOTS WITH BUCKLES, £239**

Zara has many great buckled boot offerings for autumn/winter. See these brown leather biker boots, or this knee-high pair in black.

Zara black flat leather biker ankle boots. Leather straps with metal pieces. Back pull tab. Square toe. — **Zara Leather Biker Ankle Boots, £119.00**

For a more subtle nod to the trend, these ankle boots are easy peasy and will work season after season. If you’re after more buckles, these triple-buckled ankle boots are the ones. Yes really, Zara has all the best biker buckles on the high street this autumn/winter.

There will always be room for black biker boots, like this Proenza Schouler pair, in your year-round edit. They're made from polished leather, and feature burnished buckles, as well as the label's signature topstitched rubber lug soles. — **PROENZA SCHOULER Leather biker boots, £810**

This polished pair with contrast stitching are a chic take on the trend and will go with everything.

Artful Embellishments

Designers are still getting crafty for AW22 with Loewe’s quirky designs proving a standout. This season replacing roses and soap bars were balloons in place of heels, and oversized bows adorning delicate straps.

Loewe’s eagerly anticipated bow sandals are here. Defined by their oversized structured metallic bows, the pair is made from supple leather with delicately buckled ankle straps and sit atop high stiletto heels. — **LOEWE Metallic bow sandals, £725**

Loewe’s bow sandals are a stand-out. Say hi to your new favourite party shoes.

Zara hot pink Suede high-heel court shoes. Matching floral detail on the front. Open sides. Pointed toe. — **Zara SUEDE HIGH-HEEL SHOES WITH FLORAL DETAIL, £69.99**

Floral adornments are also a key AW22 addition across all categories. These Fuchsia floral beauties from Zara are so pretty.

Alaïa's red Le Cœur pumps feature patent leather heart detailing at the toes. Set on stiletto heels, they have clear PVC straps. — **ALAÏA Le Cœur patent leather and PVC pumps, £790**

Super sweet heart shapes are having a moment.

Zara silver metallic high-heel sandals with a decorative pompom on the front. Buckled ankle fastening. Thin straps across the front of the foot and round the back of the heel. Thin stilleto heel. — **Zara METALLIC SANDALS WITH POMPOM, £49.99**

These Zara silver pompom sandals are so fun.

Preppy Polish

Polished loafers and preppy lace-up Derby shoes remain firmly on the agenda this term, and these timeless and practical shoes never make a bad investment whatever the season.

For the tastemaker who likes to stand out, these Prada Derby shoes are an editor-approved way to do so. The Italian label is known for modern twists on menswear, so it's no surprise that these black brushed-leather shoes are set ridged rubber platform soles. Wear them as Mrs Prada intends – with a knit vest and knife-pleated midi skirt. — **Prada Chunky Leather Derby Shoes, £620**

Like the Prada loafers, these Derby shoes are a classic you won’t regret investing in.

Trust Saint Laurent for timeless designs, such as these black penny loafers. They're made from shiny calfskin leather, featuring exposed stitching and the maison's iconic monogram in gold. — **SAINT LAURENT Logo leather penny loafers, £645**

These shiny Saint Laurent Penny Loafers are another timeless option.

Topshop black lexi lace up shoes in black. Slip-on style with Lace-up fastening and a Round toe. These lace up preppy shoes have a Chunky sole and a Lug sole tread. — **Topshop Lexi lace up loafer in black, £36.00**

School shoe vibes and I like it.

Zara black chunky loafers with a shiny finish. Raised vamp and penny strap detail with topstitching. Rubber track sole. — **Zara Chunky Loafers in Black, £45.99**

These minimalist chunky loafers from Zara are polished to perfection.

At an Angle

It’s all about seeing things from a new angle this season, from chunky slanted heels at Prada to curved wedges at Bottega Veneta, Rick Owens & Tom Ford.

PRADA Metallic Mary Jane pumps, £970

These Prada Mary Jane Pumps have extra new season power with their chunky slanted heel and metallic ombre finish.

Bottega Veneta bright white Punta pumps have a striking arched wedge heel and pointed toes. — **BOTTEGA VENETA Punta leather wedge pumps, £730**

These sculptural curved wedge heel pumps from Bottega Veneta are a major twist on a classic.

Zara Leather slingback court shoes. Wedge heel. V-shaped vamp. Pointed toe. Elasticated strap at the back. — **Zara LEATHER SLINGBACK WEDGE SHOES, £109**

These curved wedge slingback shoes with v-shaped vamps from Zara are such a beautiful shade of blue.

Arket Black Knee-high, wide-shafted boots crafted from smooth leather. A non-zip style with a pointed toe and a leather-covered sculpted heel. Leather lining. The leather used has undergone a chrome-free tanning process. — **Arket Wide-Shafted Leather Boots, £299**

These Arket wide-shaft leather boots with curved heel are ultra chic.

Ballet Slippers

Aside from the moto boot, Miu Miu was also responsible for piquing our interest in the ballet slipper once again, when they sent elasticated logo ballet flats worn with thick socks down the runway for AW22.

A modern take on the classic ballerina shoe, this Arket iteration features a high topline and a a leather bow detail. Carefully crafted from soft leather that has undergone a metal-free tanning process. They come in black. — **Arket Leather Ballet Flat, £135**

A black leather ballet flat is a timeless choice. Pair with this season’s baggier jeans for a modern take.

Miu Miu revives ballet flats for the winter season with this white lambskin leather pair. They are true to the roots of the shoe style, featuring tucked toes, a delicate bow detail, and an elastic strap that runs across the foot. — **MIU MIU Logo leather ballet flats, £552**

The coveted Miu Miu logo leather ballet flats have also just hit down in black. Pair with thick-knitted socks.

COS black leather flat ballet shoes. Crafted with soft leather uppers, these ballet flats are a stylish rework of a perennial staple with crossover square toes and loops so you can put them on without creasing the hide. The black hue and slight heel are equal parts elegant and timeless. — **COS Black Flat Leather Ballet Flats, £99**

A slightly more robust take on the ballet flat.

MAISON MARGIELA Metallic leather Tabi ballet flats, £620

Just call me twinkle toes.

Growth Spurt Platforms

From Versace to Valentino the appetite for killer platforms is going strong for AW22. Versace’s came with pointed toes and multiple buckles this season, whilst Valentino’s pink platforms are party-ready.

Black Versace's Aevitas Pointy Platform Pumps are a statement style to be seen in. They have a shiny black leather upper, with three adjustable ankle straps with gold hardware. They have a two-tiered platform sole and a high sculptural heel. — **VERSACE Aevitas Pointy leather platform pumps, £1,180**

Satisfyingly sassy.

H&M Satin Mary Janes with a platform and dramatic block heels. Square-shaped toes and a slim adjustable strap with a metal buckle at the ankle. Height of platform 4 cm. Heel 11 cm. — **H&M Block-heeled Platform Mary Janes, £34.99**

These H&M Glitter platform Mary Janes are giving me disco fever.

Zara black Leather ankle boots. High heel with platform. Pointed toe. Side zip fastening. — **Zara POINTED TOE LEATHER PLATFORM ANKLE BOOTS, £109**

It’s not just your party shoes getting the platform treatment this season, Autumn/winter essential boots are also coming with block heels and platforms. If you’re a heel person, this pointed-toe pair from Zara is a chic way to incorporate the trend into your every day look.

A pair of Bottega Veneta shoes is often the centerpiece of an outfit. That will certainly be true for these Mary Jane pumps, which are made from croc-effect leather in "Venom" purple and have high platforms and curved heels. — **BOTTEGA VENETA Croc-effect leather platform pumps, £1,240**

Bottega Veneta’s purple “venom” coloured croc-effect platform Mary Janes with their curved heel and beautifully oversized buckles, can’t fail to turn heads.

Retro Sports

Hot on the heels of the Adidas collaboration with Gucci, retro sneakers have been having a major moment. This wearable trend will have your feet saying thank you.

Adidas Originals SAMBA SHOES, £160

You have probably noticed that the Adidas Samba is this season’s sneaker of choice, and it’s suitably tricky to get your hands on a pair.

Drawing inspiration from its own archives, Adidas revives the Gazelle Indoor low-top sneakers. The blue suede uppers contrast gum outsoles and are finished with golden lettering and the signature 3-Stripe motif. — **ADIDAS Gazelle Indoor suede sneakers, £116**

If you can’t track down a Samba the Gazelle (the Samba’s sister sneaker) is also another classic and popular choice.

Gola's Grandslam Trident sneakers combine a classic tennis court silhouette with colour-block suede panelling. Featuring retro 'wingflash' branding and lightweight rubber soles. — **Gola Classics Grandslam Trident Sneakers, £75**

If you see yourself with more classic tennis vibes, these Gola Trident sneakers with subtle green and mauve details are fun and classic.

The New Balance 574 was introduced for the first time in 1988. This version of the now iconic design features an upper crafted from a combination of suede and mesh, an EVA foam midsole and heel for cushioning and a rubber outsole. — **New Balance 574 Trainers, £90**

Season after season you can never go wrong with a pair of New Balance.

Thighs the Limit

“Pantaboots” are the statement boots of the season, so get ready to see more boot than leg this season with styles ranging from second skin at Bottega Veneta and Coperni to wader style at Acne Studios and Chanel. These thigh-highs are the perfect accompaniment to this season’s rising hemlines.

Bring an edgy perspective to your looks with these Coperni boots. Made from PVC in clean white, they have squared toes and slanted block heels with artful inner curves for something of a futuristic feel. — **COPERNI PVC over-the-knee boots, £465**

The shiny, bright white over-the-knee boots from Coperni with artfully curved heels have a 60s futuristic feel. Channel your inner 60s It girl and pair them with a mini skirt and matching jacket.

The Row's refined take on everyday styles creates an evergreen wardrobe with buy now, wear forever appeal. These black Zip over-the-knee boots are made from supple nappa leather with platform crêpe soles. — **THE ROW Zip over-the-knee leather boots, £1,960**

Trust The Row to bring us this perfectly minimal everyday pair you can buy now and wear forever.

Zara Knee-high leather boots in burgundy brown. Block heel. Square toe. Side zip fastening. — **Zara Leather Over-The-Knee Boots, £129**

The burgundy-ish brown shade of these Zara leather over-the-knee boots is perfect for Autumn. This expensive-looking pair also nod to the looser fit styles seen on the AW22 catwalks.

Arket Black Over-the-knee boots made from a stretchy leather with a tight, sock-like fit. A non-zip style with a block heel, 6.5 cm high. Both lining and sole made from leather. All leather used has undergone a chrome-free tanning process. — **Arket Stretch Leather Over-The-Knee Boots, £299**

Arket’s stretch leather over-the-knee boots have a sock-like fit and come with a rounded block heel that make them look so expensive.

Pretty Pumps

Pretty pointed pumps and slick slingbacks are still a go-to choice for adding a touch of sophistication to your nice top & jeans outfit. Slick pointed toes also add the perfect Y2k finish to this season’s baggy cargo pants and low-slung denim. Just add a bandeau top and some rhinestone accessories.

Minimalist yet sophisticated, Saint Laurent's Blade slingback pumps are made from shiny mirrored leather with square-cut vamps. The timeless silhouette is complete with elongated toes and classic stiletto heels. — **SAINT LAURENT Blade mirrored leather slingback pumps, £740**

Saint Laurent’s slick silver sling-back pimps are a worthwhile investment.

Mango black mesh sling back high heels with silver rhinestone detail, pointed toe and kitten heel. — **Mango Glitter Sling Back High Heeled Shoes, £59.99**

Just as suddenly as they were restocked, the Mango glitter sling-back heels are predictably low on stock again. Keep yourself notified of their return, and whilst you are at it, check out these yummy new rhinestone pointed-toe shoes too.

Charm the crowd with Amina Muaddi’s fantasy fashion in the Camelia pumps. Made from tactile satin in Italy, this slingback style is enlivened with a fairytale-inspired crystal buckle to the pointed toes. — **AMINA MUADDI Camelia satin slingback pumps, £900**

Amina Muaddi’s Camelia satin slingback pumps are so pretty in pink. They also come in a baby blue and gorgeous green, that are equally as delicious.

NA-KD high-heeled pumps with transparent pointed toes with a rhinestone bow detail at the front. Measurements in size 39: Heel height: 8 cm / 3.1 in. — **NA-KD Transparent Bow Detail Pumps, £55**

Transparent shoes are a trend that will continue for SS23 and these beautiful bow detail heels from NA-KD are ready to make your jeans and t-shirt party-ready. They are already running low on some sizes so sign up for stock notifications.

Mary Jane’s

As you have already read, buckles and preppy vibes are both big news, so it follows suit that the buckled Mary Jane with her pared-back polish is back in a big way for AW22.

Nodaleto’s Bulla babies are a cult classic.

Zara Leather block heel Mary Jane-style shoes in Animal print. Double thin straps on the front. Square toe. Buckled ankle strap fastening. — **Zara Leather Block Heel Mary Jane Shoes, £59.99**

Zara has so many good Mary Jane iterations on offer this season. These leopard print ones have a little touch of sass.,

Invest in elevated essentials, like the Ava Mary Jane flats from The Row. They're made from supple leather with tapered toecaps. — **THE ROW Ava leather Mary Jane flats, £ 690**

The Row’s signature low-key luxury is evident in these perfectly pared-back Mary Jane flats.

Reformation silver Mimi buckle mary jane shoes are vintage-inspired pumps with wearable block heels and triple rhinestone buckle straps. — **Reformation Mimi Buckle Pump, £335**

These Reformation Mimi buckle pumps are ready to party. The triple buckled style also come in black.

Metallic Moment

The AW22 runways were quite literally shining with a multitude of metallic footwear on offer. Aside from classic gold and silver, Bottega’s slick green over-the-knee boots and Isabel Marant’s bright blue pair were standouts.