Tuesday, August 8, 2023

Fall’s Biggest Shoe Trends Include Cowboys Boots & Outdoor Slippers

The season for full-coverage footwear is fast approaching. This means saying goodbye to the controversial flip-flop, one of summer’s top footwear styles endorsed by celebrities like Hailey Bieber (who wore a $925 pair by The Row), and hello to lug soles and other fall 2023 shoe trends

In particular, autumn is synonymous with practicality: shoes in weatherproof designs and durable materials, boots that reach the knee (and beyond), and so on. But just because the temperatures drop, this doesn’t mean our style-savvy must follow suit. From coveted fashion collections to popular retailers to TikTok, the best and biggest trends for this time of year can be fun as well as functional. 

Ahead, we’re rounding up the top seven among them — including cowboy boots, bedazzled styles, and even a special take on open-toed shoes — to shop now. 

Fall Shoe Trend 2023: Cowboy Boots

With the coastal cowgirl aesthetic racking up close to 160 million views on TikTok, Beyonce’s Renaissance and Taylor Swift’s Eras tours in full swing, and runway labels like Ralph Lauren leaning into the look, expect to find Western boots on fashion’s finest feet this fall.

Fall Shoe Trend 2023: Outdoor Slippers

The best thing about ballet flats is their slip-and-slide simplicity. Add to that the comfort of your favorite pair of house slippers and you’ve got sleek shoes that are fit for the outdoors despite their stay-at-home appeal.

Fall Shoe Trend 2023: Two-Tone Footwear

Designers like Dior, Marni, and Louis Vuitton reverted to classic colorways for their footwear this season with special attention shown to pairings of black and white. Whether it’s on a sneaker, a boot, or a pair of heels, this elegant yet striking two-tone look adds interest to any style.

Fall Shoe Trend 2023: Foldover Boots

For a classic fall boot with a high-fashion touch (see: Givenchy’s Shark Lock Boots), a style with extra material that folds over the shaft of the shoe goes the extra mile. The bold trend applies to chunky utilitarian boots, knee-high stilettos, and everything in between.

Fall Shoe Trend 2023: Bedazzled Footwear

We’ve had our eye on fancy flats and shiny accessories ever since fashion week made its glittering return to in-person programming, and we’re happy to report that sparkles are still trending. When it comes to selecting the style, the blingier, the better this season.

Fall Shoe Trend 2023: Square-Toe Silhouette

Square-toe sandals have been around for quite some time thanks to brands like Bottega Veneta, Rejina Pyo, and By Far, and we love seeing the trend take off for cold-weather shoes, too. Designers like Adam Lippes and Jacquemus favored the boxy silhouettes in their fall/winter 2023 collections, which is reason enough for us to call this trend green-lit for the season ahead.

Fall Shoe Trend 2023: Open Toes With Tights

With bright tights ranking as a top fall fashion 2023 trend, take a styling tip from the runways of Vivienne Westwood, Coperni, Giambattista Valli, and beyond by rocking a pair of open-toed shoes in the same hue for a head-turning, fall-friendly ensemble.

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The boho-chic trend is back for fall, and its carefree, free-flowing silhouette is soon to be a favorite dress style for the cooler months. Patterned styles in gemstone shades nestle perfectly within the autumn fashion aesthetic, where they can be paired with ankle bootssneakers, and jean jackets. Plus, all the layering options make boho dresses a fun piece to have in rotation.

Where bohemian dresses were once meant to be laid-back earthy silhouettes in midi lengths, now the style has evolved into stunning minis and maxis. We've curated a selection of styles that are suitable for fall weddings, work events, spontaneous vacays, date nights, and more. Click ahead to find the 18 best boho dresses from reader-favorite brands like Free PeopleAnthropologieAbercrombie & Fitch, and Ulla Johnson

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Mini Boho Dresses


Dress cooly but stylishly in a mini dress with a statement neckline. There are one-shoulder frocks, high-neck designs, sweetheart necklines, V-necks, and ones with tie closures. Tights and knee-high boots do the trick when the temp begins to drop.

Shop Farm Rio at Anthropologie

Farm Rio Tropical Leaves One-Shoulder Cutout Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Shop Abercrombie & Fitch

Abercrombie & Fitch High-Neck Plisse Mini Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch
Shop Asos Design Curve At Asos

ASOS DESIGN Curve Long Sleeve Floral Print Patchwork Mini Dress, $, available at ASOS
Shop Tuckernuck

Tuckernuck Bermuda Blossom Kenzo Dress, $, available at Tuckernuck
Shop Ulla Johnson

Ulla Johnson Adara Ruffled Floral-Print Silk-Georgette Mini Dress, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Shop City Chic

City Chic Boho Paisley Long Sleeve Dress, $, available at Nordstrom

Midi Boho Dresses


As you begin prepping your collection of fall dresses, stock up on classic midi lengths. The never-failing, always-comfortable frock is a keeper for any occasion. We've picked out ones with sleeves and others that you can layer with a light jacket or cardigan.

Shop Pact

PACT Fit & Flare Open-Back Dress, $, available at PACT
Shop Urban Outfitters

Urban Outfitters Hyacinth Lace Spliced Midi Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Shop SNDYS

SNDYS Tahlia Dress, $, available at Revolve
Shop BCBGeneration at Nordstrom Rack

BCBGeneration 3/4 Sleeve Midi Dress, $, available at BCBGeneration
Shop Saylor

Saylor Joanie Dress, $, available at Saylor

Maxi Boho Dresses


Jazz up your one-tone wedding looks with fall wedding guest dresses that have soft embroidery details, eye-catching floral prints, and striking thigh-high splits. The floor-length number is a safe bet for brisk weather and unexpected breezes.

Shop Free People

Free People Real Love Embroidered Dress, $, available at Free People
Shop J.Crew

J.Crew Collection Tie-Neck Cap-Sleeve Maxi Dress In Tidewater, $, available at J.Crew
Shop Eloquii

Eloquii Tie Front Maxi Dress, $, available at Eloquii
Shop Dôen

Dôen Bijou Dress, $, available at Dôen
Shop Lulus

Lulus Still The One Emerald Green Floral Print Satin Maxi Dre, $, available at Lulus
Shop Reformation

Reformation Winslow Dress, $, available at Reformation
Shop Ba&sh

Ba&sh Firenza Crochet Dress, $, available at Ba&sh

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