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7 shoes that are in right now and 5 that are out, according to stylists and designers
7 shoes that are in right now and 5 that are out, according to stylists and designers
Amena AhmedSep 27, 2024, 21:26 IST
<p class="ingestion featured-caption">It's time to break out the leather loafers. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images</p><ul class="summary-list"><li>Business Insider spoke to stylists and designers about what <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/shoe-trends-whats-popular-and-going-out-in-2024">shoe trends</a> are in and out this season.</li><li>Shoes and boots with hardware, like buckles and studs, are rising in popularity.</li></ul><p>There are a lot of mixed opinions on what <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.tiktok.com/discover/viral-fall-shoes">the next big fall shoe</a> will be. On TikTok, some creators are arguing slip-on loafers are so back, but others are firmly team Frye boot.</p><p>So, Business Insider spoke to two <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/clothes-accessories-get-rid-of-right-now-fall-stylists-designers-2024-9">fashion designers</a> and a stylist about what styles are actually in and out right now.</p><p>Here's what the experts said.</p>
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Shoes with exaggerated toe silhouettes are all the rage.
Square-toed shoes are trending. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images
Slim shoes are a good match for baggier clothes.
Ballet flats have been back in style for a while now. Raimonda Kulikauskiene/Getty Images
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Well-made, practical boots are worth investing more money in.
Designer Jarrah Webster is a fan of Guidi boots. Vanni Bassetti/Getty Images
Loafers are here to stay.
You can't go wrong with a classic leather loafer, but fun hardware is a nice touch. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images
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Colorful sneakers are a must-have statement piece.
Sneakers are a great way to incorporate a pop of color into an outfit. Edward Berthelot/Getty Images
Soccer-inspired sneakers are still going strong.
It's not time to pack away the Sambas yet. Claudio Lavenia/Getty Images
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Shoes with hardware details are an emerging, playful trend.
Studs have been all over fashion lately, including shoes. Raimonda Kulikauskiene/Getty Images
On the other hand, chunky sneakers are still out.
Basic, chunky sneakers were big for a while, but they've been eclipsed by newer trends. PG/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images
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Classic running shoes are being replaced with utilitarian options.
Running shoes had a moment this summer. BG046/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images
Knee-high boots are being left behind.
Show a bit more skin this fall with shorter boots. Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images
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Laid-back sandals are no longer as popular.
You can toss sandals on to run errands, but they're no longer a real trend.Jeremy Moeller/Getty Images
Basketball shoes are out.
Sneakerheads may always make room for them in their closets, but the general public is over basketball shoes. Paul Gonzales/Getty Images