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.
Ballet Flats
Wear them in this season’s most popular color trend—royal purple.
Everyone needs a pair of classic black ballet flats in their wardrobe.
Always yes to a pop of red.
Two-tone flats are trending, and I’m obsessed with this pretty cap-toe pair.
Chic and timeless.
A high-vamp style feels fresh and modern.
Your jeans are going to look so chic when styled with this chartreuse pair.
Metallic ballet flats are the micro-trend all the cool girls are gravitating to this fall.
This elegant pair will elevate any outfit.
ITK fashion people are all about these.
Love this minimalist taupe pair.
Parisian chic!
If you want something of-the-moment, choose these from Zara.
A pop of cobalt blue instantly says you’re a fashion person.
Nothing adds sophistication to an outfit quite like rich burgundy flats.
Cool girls in Paris love a little block heel.
Dark chocolate brown suede ballet flats always look so luxe.
I just can’t resist! They look so cozy.
Boots
Simple, sophisticated, and walkable.
The silhouette is so chic.
Chloé vibes. Zara prices.
Perfect everyday boots.
Obsessed with that faux-fur trim.
Classic and timeless.
They’re giving Bella Hadid vibes.
All the fall feels.
You’ll wear these with all your skirts and dresses.
A little Western-inspired silhouette will never go out of style.
Boots you can walk for miles in.
Sumptuous suede boots that won’t break the bank.
Stomp in those autumn leaves in utmost style.
This espresso is perfection.
Is it even winter without a cozy pair of Uggs?