Flats reign supreme with shoppers for 2022 (2024)

What do 2022's most popular shoes have in common? They are all flat. Miu Miu's ballet pump, Birkenstock's Boston clog, Ugg's Tasman slipper, Adidas' Samba trainer and Gucci's 1953 Horsebit loafer are the only shoes to have landed a place in Lyst's top 10 hottest products for 2022, with no heels making the cut. This news very much suggests that shoppers are prioritising comfort over all else when it comes to their footwear, perhaps a habit picked up during lockdown where we opted for loungewear over dressing up.

The Lyst Index ranks fashion's most sought-after brands and products quarterly throughout the year, by analysing shoppers' searches, product views and sales to find out the most popular items throughout the year.

Although popular items can sometimes feel trend-led, many of these styles are sure to be mainstays in your wardrobe for years to come. Both Miu Miu's ballet flats and Ugg's slippers nod to past early Noughties' trends, demonstrating how key staples have longevity and staying power, while Gucci's loafer and Adidas' Samba trainer are two styles which have been around since the 1950s, proving that they are truly worth your investment.

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We've spotted these Miu Miu ballet flats all over our Instagram feeds and with good reason. Team with everything from everyday jeans to a slip skirt to really lean into the ballerina look.

Birkenstock's Boston clog is the ultimate autumnal shoe with a cool-girl feel. Add another layer of comfort with a pair of cosy socks, or come spring wear with floaty dresses.

Originally the must-have shoe of the early 2000s, Uggs have well and truly made a comeback this year. Celebrities like Hailey Bieber, Katie Holmes, Rihanna and Jennifer Lopez have all been spotted wearing them recently.

If you're looking for a trainer that goes with everything, look no further than the Adidas Samba. The likes of Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber and Emily Ratajkowski have all been spotted wearing the style as part of their effortlessly cool off-duty looks. Wales Bonner has also collaborated on its own designer version of the Samba, which is sure to be another Instagram favourite.

Gucci's iconic Horsebit loafer was first introduced with its classic shape back in the 1950s and it's still just as popular today. The preppy shoe is regularly seen on many of the best-dressed celebrities and the most stylish of the fashion crowd.