From ladylike to functional: the shoe trends in autumn can do a lot. These shoes carry us through the transition period.
There's no better time of year to buy a new pair of shoes than autumn. The sandals and slippers are stowed in the closet, boots and boots carried out again. The trends in autumn 2020 are particularly diverse: from rough boots to filigree heels. And an old classic is also coming back.
Rough combat boots
Originally a military service shoe in World War II, the punks popularized the combat boot in the 80s and 90s. Today it has become an indispensable part of the shoe cabinet of the fashion-conscious woman. And this fall, the Combat Boots are coarser, more robust and larger than before and can be easily combined. With jeans for an off-duty look, with leather for a girly grunge look or with delicate dresses for a stylish break in style. Fashion blogger Caro Daur (25) shows how she styles the shoe trend for cute mini skirts.
Overknee boots
Overknee boots have been a perennial favorite in fall fashion for years, and nothing will change in 2020. The shoe is incredibly versatile, goes well with jeans, Bermuda shorts, dresses and skirts. Also in trend at the moment: Put more pants in your overknees. With heels or flat, suede or smooth leather – the long boots keep your legs warm.
Kitten heels
Style icons like Audrey Hepburn (1929-1993) and Jackie O. (1929-1994) loved their kitten heels. They are the perfect interplay of gallant pumps and flat shoes, and with a heel height between 3 and 4.5 centimeters, they are completely free from vertigo. They come in the form of ankle boots, pumps and even overknees and can be combined with jeans, dresses and skirts. Fashion blogger Aylin König (30) wears her kitten heels with jeans and an oversize trench coat.
Chunky Chelsea boots
The cool version of the British classic is the Chunky Chelsea Boot. With wide soles and a coarse profile, the all-rounder shoe can defy some weather conditions and go with elegant clothes or casually with jeans.
Mary Janes
In the "Golden Twenties" they gained fame through the comic figure of the same name, Mary Jane, in the "Swinging Sixties", model Twiggy (70) popularized the Mary Janes. Now the shoe trend is coming back – and more versatile than before. The "clasp shoe" is now available in numerous versions, heel heights and colors. It works with jeans, wide-leg trousers and dresses and conjures up a feminine touch. Influencer Courtney Trop (33) wears the chunky version with a block heel with black tights and a white blazer.
Riding boots
As early as 2018, shoe trends in the form of cowboy boots were inspired by equestrian sports. In autumn 2020, the classic riding boot will be the perfect everyday companion. Whether the classic flat version, wedge heels or stiletto heels: the riding boot comes in many variations and adapts to everywhere. The boot is a must, especially with a classic autumn coat or straight double-breasted suit.
Men shoes
The contrast to the feminine Mary Jane: Classic men's shoes such as loafers, oxfords and brogues are the perfect break in style with feminine looks. Influencer Olivia Palermo (34) shows how it is done: She combines monk straps in the trendy color scarlet red with jeans and a cape – a casual everyday look.