These 8 Shoe Trends Are Set To Dominate 2023 (2024)

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Shoe Trend 2023: Mary-Janes

The latest twist on this trend takes the classic silhouette up a notch, sometimes even literally with chunky soles and sky-high heels. Think: luxe fabrics, bold patterns, multiple straps, and pearly embellishments.

White sneakers, black leather combat boots, stiletto high heels, and sharp Chelseas are timeless staples, serving as the perfect base for a fashion-forward collection.

Platform Boots and Sneakers

Winter 2023 calls for a little extra sole. Literally. On everything from fashion sneakers to winter boots, platforms are trending in a major way. Platform boots are basically a closet staple at this point.

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Business Insider asked four stylists to share which items to get rid of from your 2023 wardrobe. Clothes with oversized logos and shield sunglasses are both fading in popularity. Neons and pastel florals are being replaced by cooler, earthy shades.

We rounded up products highlighting Pantone's Viva Magenta shade, like wine glasses, sneakers, throw blankets and more. Pantone recently announced its 2023 Color of the Year: Viva Magenta.

Starting at about $38. The “Nike Air Force 1 comes out on top in every single state as the most popular and searched for iconic sneaker in 2021,” according to eBay. It come in women's, men's and kids; high-tops, medium and low-tops; and a variety of colors.

There's been a huge resurgence of ballet flats.

Ballet flats are comfortable and great for a polished yet laid-back style, according to Appelt. "The slingback pointy toe is currently the top of the most-wanted list for 2024, and the traditional 'ballet'-style ballet flat is close behind," the stylist told BI.

Boat shoes hit the spring/summer 2024 runways last September and are now having their comeback—so it's safe to say you'll be seeing them this season. Additionally, we're continuing with the oddballs of summer with ugly-chic grandma shoes (that work in the right way), Mary Janes, and more.

Silver Medal. There's no second place when you rep silver sneakers for fall 2023. Silver shoes have been trending for the season, and picking up a pair of sneakers in the hue is the most excellent way to make it work in your wardrobe. Key collaborations to shop include Wales Bonner, Adidas, Cecilie Bahnsen, and ASICS.

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POINTED TOES

Talk about the easiest way to look sleek (and not to be messed with). The key with the 2023 silhouettes is a level of curvature elsewhere in the shoe, whether that's the heel or at the vamp and top line. Don't be afraid to go for bold, like with a pair of silver heels.

Short answer, yes. In 2023 Men's white sneakers are acceptable to wear for a wide range of dress codes including the office. That's because they're low-key, neutral shoes that won't distract from the rest of your outfit.

In 2023, instead of a fresh pant width or rise length, denim skirts took over the streets. With nostalgia for the indie era of the early aughts on the rise, it would've been easy to assume that the denim mini worn over opaque tights or cropped leggings would become the trend du jour.

Color-wise, there are two camps: neutrals (like ecru and black) and stunners (like bright yellow and vibrant pink) that'll be dominating street style this season. There will be plenty of chances to go loud with your footwear, too, especially with metallics and printed uppers trending.

Sex Kitten

Some of the best heels of the spring/summer 2024 season barely qualify as heels at all, so short is the stub that protrudes from their soles. Once maligned for their grandma-ish associations, over the past year or so, kitten heels have been reclaimed by some of the most successful dressers out there.

The best slingback heels for 2024

Rejoice: Slingback heels come in every height imaginable. For the height-averse, kitten heels and slingback loafers are your perfect entry point to the style. For those of us heading to black-tie ceremonies, backless high-heels look great with spring wedding guest dresses.

In 2023, we went back. And not just to big 1980s shoulders and bigger Edwardian sleeves or even Y2K trends: low-rise cargos, cropped tops, Uggs. But back to skinny models. Back to mostly white men getting the top jobs at big fashion brands.

Expect 2023 to be all about metallic accessories—especially shoes. The styles that will be a fixture in my closet? Silver ballet flats and boots add a pretty pop to casual and neutral-toned outfits without trying too hard.