As a shoe-obsessed fashion editor, I love staying on top of the latest shoe trends and styles from season to season. I also keep an eye out for classic and timeless shoes that stand the test of time. At this point in the season, I’ve been honing in on boots for obvious reasons and ballet flats—the shoe trend of 2026. Both styles are easy to pair with my jeans and corduroys that I’m wearing on repeat right now, along with ’90s slip skirts, miniskirts, knit dresses… The list goes on.
Boots and ballet flats work with practically everything in your wardrobe, which is why they’re a great investment. I’ve been on the hunt for new boots and ballerinas to add to my collection, and after going down a retailer rabbit hole, I saved incredibly chic styles that I want to share with you today. Whether you lean into more classic silhouettes or you’re having fun with color, there’s a little something for every style and budget.
Keep scrolling for the best boots and ballet flats to get your hands on this fall.
Latest Videos FromWho What Wear
Ballet Flats
Madewell
The Greta Ballet Flat
Wear them in this season’s most popular color trend—royal purple.
Dolce Vita
Ritla Ballet Flat
Everyone needs a pair of classic black ballet flats in their wardrobe.
Aeyde
Tiby Bow-Detailed Suede Ballet Flats
Always yes to a pop of red.
DOLCE VITA
Ritla Captoe Ballet Flats Pink Suede
Two-tone flats are trending, and I’m obsessed with this pretty cap-toe pair.
Dear Frances
Gala in Espresso Leather
J.Crew
Verona Ballet Flats in Italian Leather
A high-vamp style feels fresh and modern.
Sam Edelman
Ruthie Woven Ballet Flat
Your jeans are going to look so chic when styled with this chartreuse pair.
ZARA
Limited Edition Leather Ballet Flats
Metallic ballet flats are the micro-trend all the cool girls are gravitating to this fall.
J.Crew
Teagan Ballet Pumps in Eel-Embossed Leather
This elegant pair will elevate any outfit.
Christen
Tabi Split-Toe Ballet Flats
ITK fashion people are all about these.
J.Crew
Bea Ballet Flats in Leather
Love this minimalist taupe pair.
sézane
Matilda Low Ballet Flats
ZARA
Leather Ballerinas With Metallic Detail
If you want something of-the-moment, choose these from Zara.
A pop of cobalt blue instantly says you’re a fashion person.
DOLCE VITA
Ritla Captoe Ballet Flats Black Cherry Leather
Nothing adds sophistication to an outfit quite like rich burgundy flats.
DOLCE VITA
Ritla Mid Heels Cocoa Suede
Cool girls in Paris love a little block heel.
Dark chocolate brown suede ballet flats always look so luxe.
UGG
Zora Genuine Shearling Trim Ballet Flat
I just can’t resist! They look so cozy.
Boots
MARGAUX
The Downtown Boot
Simple, sophisticated, and walkable.
Reformation
Jeanne Ankle Boot
The silhouette is so chic.
Chloé vibes. Zara prices.
Reformation
Remy Flat Ankle Boot
Obsessed with that faux-fur trim.
Madewell
Cielo Set Back Heel Bootie
ZARA
Mixed Material Heeled Boots in Sandy Brown
They’re giving Bella Hadid vibes.
Steve Madden
Define Block Heel Bootie
Madewell
Cielo Tall Leather Boot
You’ll wear these with all your skirts and dresses.
ZARA
Suede Tall Boots in Brown
A little Western-inspired silhouette will never go out of style.
Reformation
Remy Leather Flat Ankle Bootie
Boots you can walk for miles in.
André Assous
Winter Water Resistant Pointed Toe Bootie
Sumptuous suede boots that won’t break the bank.
Reformation
Katerina Lug Sole Chelsea Boot
Stomp in those autumn leaves in utmost style.
Marc Fisher
Kaisley Knee High Boot
This espresso is perfection.
UGG
Classic Ultra Mini Sheepskin Ankle Boots
Is it even winter without a cozy pair of Uggs?
Explore More:
