While we might still be stomping around in leather boots (will January ever be over?), there are glimmers of spring already hitting the high street. Whether it's in the introduction of dusty blues or landscape cardigans, we can feel ourselves looking ahead to warmer days - and outfits. But what about our footwear?
Thankfully, there's a returning IT-shoe on the block, and we've got *all* the options for you to get ahead of the trend. Seen everywhere from The Row to Maison Margiela - and on the street style set, of course - almond-toed shoes (or, er, granny chic as they're being referred to!) are going to be taking over your footwear this year, and are perfect for styling with pretty much anything.
Whether you opt for a ballet flat design or something with a small heel, the almond shaped toe means you'll always look polished and chic - whether paired with jeans or beyond - thanks to the slightly higher cut on the arch of your foot, and strong pointed look.
And of course, our ever reliable M&S have the perfect pair, for under £25. As the product description reads, "These satin ballet pumps are a pretty addition to your footwear collection. A slip-on style with a flat heel. Featuring a lightly textured and a matching bow on the elegant almond-shaped toe. M&S Collection: easy-to-wear wardrobe staples that combine classic and contemporary styles."
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The style harks back to Princess Diana's iconic style era, while it's also reminiscent of 80s power dressing. Think classic designs, strong shapes and often patent materials, ideal for marching to the office, or going out for dinner in the evening after work. Here are some other options you might like:
The best almond-toe shoes to buy now
Mary Jane Leather Pumps
Zebra Forever Comfort® Leather Square Toe Ballerina Flats
Beige Embellished Mesh Ballet Pumps
Zoey Wide Fit Leather Heeled Courts, Black
Suede Flat Round Toe Ballet Pumps
Now all we need is some sunshine!
Dusty Baxter-Wright is an award-winning journalist and the Entertainment and Lifestyle Director at Cosmopolitan, having previously worked at Sugarscape. She was named one of PPA’s 30 Under 30 for her work covering pop culture, careers, interiors and travel, and oversees the site’s Entertainment and Lifestyle strategy across print, digital and video. As a journalist for the best part of a decade, she has interviewed everyone from Louis Theroux and Channing Tatum to Margot Robbie and Ncuti Gatwa, while she has also spoken on Times Radio and BBC Radio. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram here.
