If you’ve been paying attention the past couple seasons to the shoe trends, you’ll be happy with what’s cool in footwear for fall 2024, because a lot has stayed the same. For instance, loafers are still fall’s It shoe. And slouchy boots are absolutely still happening, except they’ve gotten slightly more extreme and sophisticated with a new paper-bag silhouette. Square toes are still everywhere. And for anyone who loves to add a little edge, biker boots (combat boot’s grown-up sister) are the style for you.
To learn more about each of these trends, and shop styles you don’t already have in your shoe closet, keep scrolling.
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Paper-Bag Boots
These were absolutely everywhere on the fall/winter 2024 runways. Think of this style as a new take on the slouchy silhouette—but with an even roomier (and dare I say, more sophisticated and statement-making?) shaft. They come in all kinds of materials, from leather to chainmail, and some even have drawstrings for a sporty touch. I’m ready to lace up—are you?
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Loafers
Loafers really are a timeless shoe, and they’ve had a major resurgence over the past few years. But this season, they were huuuuge on the runway. As in, they will not be ignored! The new idea for fall 2024 specifically was designs with fun appliqués. I’m talking tassels, bows, buckles, and even platform options from Victoria Beckham!
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Delicate Pumps
It’s all about the details, darling! Whether the heels are satin, embellished, floral, or T-strap, this sweet update to the classic footwear adds a bit of whimsy to any ensemble. Wear this trending silhouette with literally any basic outfit for a sweet, stylish update.
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Square Toes
From heels to boots (!!) and flats, square toes are still very much in the picture. (Sorry to everyone who prefers a nice triangle point.) The flat-edged look is still fashion’s footwear preference, so it wouldn’t hurt to shop some of the styles below.
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Biker Boots
If you’re looking for something edgy, this is your new go-to. This season’s styles included a red floral option from Loewe as well as some others with zipper and lace-up details. These are combat boots’ cool older sister with more bells and whistles. And, yes, the biker aesthetic is never not en vogue, but this time, it’s really taking the spotlight.
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Andrea Zendejas is the Senior Accessories Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she has worked for 5+ years. Andrea handles fine and costume jewelry, shoes, and bags for all cover and fashion stories in addition to overseeing the front of book shopping pages. She also styles beauty well stories and various fashion stories for digital. Andrea previously worked at CR Fashion Book, SELF Magazine, and Women’s Health and has contributed to digital sites Harper's BAZAAR and Marie Claire. Follow her on Instagram.
Devin Toolen is the Fashion Assistant at Cosmopolitan where she’s responsible for anything and everything that comes through the fashion closet doors. She preps ready-to-wear, accessories, and shoes for Cosmo photoshoots and assists on set. Devin also writes fashion stories for the Cosmopolitan website. Prior to Cosmo, Devin received her BA from Villanova University and her MA from Parsons in Paris, France. While she is passionate about fashion trends and current styles, she has a deep love for fashion history, heritage and archives. Follow her fashion journey on insta: @devintoolen.
