The 8 Most Important Shoe Trends of Winter 2020

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While it just seems like fall started only a minute ago, winter is officially around the corner and in true Who What Wear fashion, we're here to report on the newest trends you'll want to wear all season long. Today's topic is shoes, and If you're like me and already have your staple footwear but are looking to spice things up a little, you've come to the right place.

Follow along as we take you through the winter 2020 shoe trends we really want you t know about. The best part? In case you feel like shopping for some new pair of shoe this season, I included styles for each trend that you can buy now. From storm-ready boots to blinged-out loafers, everything you'll need to know about the coolest F/W 20 footwear is straight ahead. 

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(Image credit: Area; Rodarte; Ashley Williams)

It's time to bring out all the stops with your footwear this season. From gemstone detailing to a little additional sparkle on your heels, this shoe trend is perfect for the holiday season.

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(Image credit: Dior; Rochas; Dolce & Gabbana)

We found your new stomping boots. This boot style will add the perfect amount of edge to any outfit. 

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(Image credit: Loewe; Gucci; Coach)

Your grandpa's favorite pair of shoes is getting an upgrade. From pointed toes to added embellishments, these aren't your average pair of loafers. 

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(Image credit: Almeida; Ashley Williams; JW Anderson)

This "ugly" shoe trend has officially made its way into our hearts, and we're not mad about it. With a pair of clogs, be prepared to be ultra-comfy this winter.

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(Image credit: Almeida; Ashley Williams; JW Anderson)

From JW Anderson to Ashley Williams, designers have taken note that comfort is key right now. While we mostly keep the faux fur to our jackets, it's time to add the cozy touch to the fashion scene.

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(Image credit: Halpern, Ashley Williams, A.W.A.K.E)

This isn't the western fringe you were used to. Not only is the detail on boots, but the runways introduced the embellishment on heels, and loafers too.

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(Image credit: Victoria Beckham; Dries Van Noten; Paco Rabanne)

As someone who's 5"3, I can appreciate this trend, I'm ready to reach new heights with a pair of chunky platform boots, you won't regret it. Whether you want a more neutral pair like Victoria Beckham or a fun print like Dries Van Noten, there's an option for you.

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Take on anything the weather throws at you with this boot trend. Perfect for hiking, or just making a statement when the weather starts to drop.

Associate Fashion Editor
Yusra Siddiqui is an editor who resides in New Jersey but bounces between the suburbs and NYC. (She's a Jersey girl at heart.) After interning at Who What Wear in 2019, she found her way to the team after graduating from LIM College in 2022 with a fashion media degree. She's also spent time writing and working for publications such as Fashionista, Coveteur, and Nylon, but she always knew that Who What Wear was where she was meant to be. When she's on the job, she's perusing runway shows, analyzing the latest thing fellow Gen Zers are up to on the internet, and sharing what she can about the modest-fashion market. You can also catch her dabbling in entertainment, talking about the costume choices of the latest Netflix series or diving deeper into how the plotline affects the viewers in a myriad of ways. Lastly, she likes to create content for Who What Wear's TikTok. Her personal time is spent doing similar but also different things—deep diving into almost every new TV show (Bridgerton, Gilmore Girls, and Stranger Things are favorites), planning her next local getaway (whenever that may be), and reading the latest Emily Henry or Sally Rooney novel in one sitting.