What’s Trending: Fall Shoe Trends for 2024

As the weather gets cooler, let’s put away the flip-flops and look at what’s trending in fall shoes! 

Thick-soled or platform sneakers

Your sneakers may be experiencing some height and va-voom as well! Oddly, streamlined skinny sneakers and the other extreme, their chunky counterparts, are both experiencing their day in the sun. If you’re looking for a sneaker that has a thick sole without being damaging to the environment, try the Allbirds Tree Glider or the Allbirds Lounger Lift.

Ballet flats

Thankfully, ballet flats continue to be a staple for women’s fall wardrobes. Versatile and lightweight, they can easily replace heels in most outfits. The Tree Breezer is a sustainable shoe that’s made from breathable eucalyptus fiber and has a carbon footprint of 2.93 kg CO2e. So pick a fun color, set aside the heels, and enjoy your perfect fall day.

Wool shoes

While Marie Claire is reporting that fuzzy shoes may be coming into style, what we can tell you is that wool shoes are a classic cold-weather shoe, although less likely to shed on your carpet.

From wool athletic shoes like the Wool Runner Mizzle to the kick-around-the-house Wool Loungers, you can have toasty toes and comfort throughout the day, all while using renewable materials like merino wool and sugarcane.

For a modern look, start with the Wool Runner-up Mizzles, which are high-top sneakers made with renewable wool rather than plastic. Wear them with leggings, cropped ankle-length jeans, or flare pants and go right ahead into that pumpkin patch. 

Chunky loafers & brogues 

If you weren’t already seeing 90’s inspired styles everywhere, this will cinch it for you. Chunky-soled loafers and brogues are definitely a trending style for fall and winter, especially in patent leather. Whether they have a clunky heel or they’re relatively flat, it’s a heavy look that feels dramatic and looks like business. Wear them with a bare foot, tights, or with bright white socks.