7 Best Fall Shoes for 2022
Pumpkin spice lattes and the slight chilly bite in the morning air can only mean one thing. It’s officially time to break out the sweaters and pack away our bikinis and sandals. But since it’s not cold enough to break out the cozy socks or knee-high boots, we’re left with the annual conundrum — what shoes do we wear in the fall?
Fear not our fellow style enthusiasts. We’ve rounded up the seven trendiest fall shoes for this season.
Quick summary
If you’d prefer to bypass our detailed reviews, here’s a breakdown of our top picks:
Vivaia Round-Toe Embroidered Loafer for a washable soft knit loafer with exquisite embroidery.
Franco Sarto Balin Loafer for a chunky loafer.
Calvin Klein Gayle Pumps for the classic pointed-toe heel.
Nine West Cara Pump for a chunky pointed-toe heel.
Sam Edelman Loraine Loafer for a mens-wear inspired fall loafer.
Sam Edelman Codie Ankle Booties for an edgy block heel.
Everlane The Italian Leather Day Ballet Flats for a classic square-toe ballet flat.
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1. Vivaia Round-Toe Embroidered Loafers ℅
For the cool girl bursting with personality, these embroidered loafers are just about the cutest thing we’ve seen this year. Your left and right foot will never want to be separated, since together, they make the most adorable image — especially the animal print options.
We love the Bee Happy against the cream fabric because it still reminds us of summer. But the Cheetah against the stark black or navy background is très chic.
These embroidered fall shoes made it onto our favorites list because they essentially a Rothy’s dupe, and also have:
A soft, elastic knit upper made from six recycled plastic bottles
A yoga mat midsole that's lightweight and rebounds with every step
A carbon-free, shock-absorbing rubber outsole
A natural herbal insole that's moisture-wicking and odor-resistant
Plus, these shoes are machine-washable.
2. Franco Sarto Balin Loafers
Keeping up with the latest fall shoe trends, the chunky loafer is having a moment. These fall shoes give you a polished look with an edgy, sporty twist by adding substantial lug sole to create a sporty, heeled loafer.
Keep in mind that this shoe has a strap across the top of the shoe. For wider feet, they might feel slightly narrow in the beginning. But reviewers report that the shoes should stretch slightly as you wear them in for a comfortable fit.
The Franco Sarto Balin Block Loafer comes in several uppers, including:
Crinkle patent
Fabric
Faux leather
3. Calvin Klein Gayle Pumps
The Calvin Klein Gayle Pump is a classic pointed-toe shoe with a gorgeous gold band at the heel to give these shoes a unique detail. And at 3.25 inches, it's not an outrageous heel height.
While it advertises a cushioned footbed, we'd recommend an insole if you plan on wearing these shoes for hours at a time. Our favorite insole is the Dr. Scholl's Invisible Cushioning Insoles for High Heels.
4. Nine West Cara Pump
For our heel lovers that prefer a more stable base but still want a leg-lengthening pump, we've included a chunky heel option as well. Plus the Nine West Cara Pump is a dupe for the Gianvito Rossi Piper 85 Suede Pump that currently retails for $695 at Net-a-Porter at a fraction of the cost.
And keeping on trend, Nine West offers these in the trendy tan color, Cognac Suede.
5. Sam Edelman Loraine Loafers
For a menswear-inspired look, consider the Loraine Loafer. We love the classic gold hardware and the sleek, sophisticated silhouette. And instead of the traditional round-toe, these fall shoes have an almond toe that makes your legs look ever-so-slightly longer.
We highly recommend you pair these these shoes with straight-leg pants, a slightly relaxed button-up, and tie a sweater over your shoulders to complete your coastal grandmother look.
These fall shoes come in leather, velvet and fabric paired with a slightly padded leather insole. Also, did we mention that these also come in kids sizes so you and your mini can match?
Check out the matching loafers for your little human!
6. Sam Edelman Codie Ankle Booties
We would be remiss if we didn't include an ankle bootie in our fall favorites list. This 3.5-inch block heel is a fan favorite and features a plethora of color options, include a bold animal print and classic brown suede.
Depending on color choice, the boot upper may be synthetic or leather. And we recommend waterproofing your heels, especially if you choose a color made of leather or suede.
7. Everlane The Italian Leather Day Ballet Flats
Bring back the ballet flats — but make it square. As a closet stable, are you surprised that the Everlane ballet flat is a top pick?
This subtle square-toe gives us ballerina vibes. And we love that it's made of buttery, soft Napa Italian leather. That means the leather upper will mold to your feet as you wear them until they fit like a glove. And the higher throat means more toe coverage — because let's be real, nobody wants to see your toe cleavage.