The further we move into winter, the lower my tolerance for discomfort drops. As such, from October until March, you’re most likely to find me in jeans, leggings, or soft, loose trousers and comfortable shoes.
As content as I am in this enduring state of coziness, sometimes I concede that it’s nice to feel a little more put-together across the week or on special occasions. As such, I’ve been on the lookout for a sleek, almost flat shoe to revive my winter outfits without sacrificing the comfort I’m working to maintain.
Rising above the rest is the sleek pointed-toe, very nearly-flat shoe trend I’ve seen on so many fashion people recently. Used to elevate their baggy jeans or comfortable leggings, this is exactly the kind of shoe I’m happy to put my money behind this season. Getting its sophisticated energy from its chic pointed-toe design, the simple trend employs a timeless silhouette void of excess frills or embellishments, making it a classic buy you can reach for season after season. Most commonly accompanied by a very low block heel, this shoe has the slight elevation needed to take the pressure off the heel of the foot.
I already spotted these shoes on Rochelle Humes (who is always a good temperate check on the new trends set to ripple out across the season). I suspect it won’t be long until we see these shoes out en masse. An alternative that’s proving just as sought after as loafers, they do, however, feel distinctly different, so there’s most likely a place in your footwear rotation for both. I’m nothing if not diplomatic.
To get ahead of the rest, read on to discover our edit of the best pointed-toe, low-heel shoes here.
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST POINTED-TOE, LOW-HEEL SHOES:
ZARA
Faux Patent Leather Toe Shoes
SARTO by Franco Sarto
Diva Kitten Heel Pointed Toe Pumps
These also come in red and tan.
Stuart Weitzman
Eva Pumps
An investment-worthy buy.
MANGO
Patent Leather-Effect Heeled Shoes
Style with denim or wear with stirrup leggings.
ASOS DESIGN
Lavinia Heeled Ballet Shoes
These also come in a leopard-print design.
Loro Piana
Rebecca Calfskin Ballerina Flats
I always come back to Loro Piana for its understatedly elevated shoes.
These come up a little large, so consider sizing down.
Aeyde
Delia Pointed-Toe Leather Heeled Courts
The fuller coverage design makes these ideal for wearing into winter.
These also come in white, grey and red.
This post originally appeared on Who What Wear UK.
