Bows dominated Fall 2023 runways. Gucci and Giambattista Valli went the dainty route, while Loewe and Balmain went oversized, tacking massive ones onto their footwear. This chic footwear style is definitely not just for kids.

Western-style boots have been making their way into the mainstream in recent months. Thanks to Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour, which saw her wearing metallic cowboy boots, the shoe is getting a glitzy glow-up. Rock them in silver like Bey, or branch out to other hues, such as pink, green, and baby blue.

If you’re in need of a new animal print to include in your repertoire, consider cow. Since the TikTok-famous “coastal cowgirl” aesthetic went viral, cow print has been making its way onto runways (like Stella McCartney’s rodeo-themed show) and even nail art.

Fall’s neutrals have nothing on this fiery color. Stella McCartney, David Koma, and Marni sent scarlet shoes strutting down the runways, so you’ll definitely be seeing red this season.

Rock a head-to-toe ensemble in crimson for a bold look or save the pop of color for your footwear. Might I suggest these burnt-red Mary Janes?

A quick glance at the moto boot’s tough exterior will clue you in on its original aim: protecting bikers. In the fashion world, however, it has found a new sense of purpose. As seen on the runways of Dior, Giambattista Valli, and Max Mara, the boot exudes style, with or without a bike.

Consider a multi-buckled pair like Dua Lipa or one with more low-key hardware. This pair from Kurt Geiger has a mix of studs, a metallic ring, and a crystal-laden eagle head for added pizzaz.

So far this year, rosettes have already bloomed on dresses, bags, and chokers. This season, they’re blooming on shoes, as well. Whether opting for a few dainty flowers on strappy heels or a lone oversized 3D appliqué on each foot, you can’t go wrong. Oh, BTW, both Selena Gomez and Hailey Bieber are fans of the trend.

Balletcore may have entered to the scene over a year ago, but trust me, the ballet flat is still going very, very strong. While it’s had some breezy iterations recently, including the summer-ready mesh style, fall trends will return you to the timeless classic. Simple, elegant, and befitting of the “quiet luxury” aesthetic.

With classes about to start, channel your inner schoolgirl with these loafer-Mary Jane hybrids. The T-strap design (not to mention the chunky sole) sets these babies far apart from the traditionally sweet style.

Two-tone black-and-white shoes are the trippy item you need this fall — just look at the runways of Valentino and Marni. The trendiest way to rock this trend is with strange, almost optical illusion-y patterns, like a bold houndstooth. Happy strutting!

As seen on the runways of A.W.A.K.E. Mode and Lanvin, these studs aren’t the typical spiky hardware usually found on the punk scene. Orb-like hardware (3D or flat discs) and funky-shaped add-ons will punctuate footwear next season, for a more whimsical take on the hardcore look.

Barbenheimmer stars Margot Robbie and Florence Pugh seem to agree that white pumps are chic — just look at their press tour ‘fits. Consider a pointed style with a stiletto heel for a posh look or a round-toe pump with a contrasting block heel for an ’80s throwback.