If you ever needed an excuse to go shoe shopping, let the festive season be one! With so many celebrations approaching—Halloween, Thanksgiving, Eid al Etihad, and of course, Christmas and New Year’s, there are plenty of outfits to prepare for once the social calendar has been filled in. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up all the festive shoes one could ever need, from funky boots to chic sandals.
Amina Muaddi| Gigi Thong 45 Leopard Printed Suede And White Crystals
For daytime parties where you still want to show off a little bling, these sandals add that subtle sparkle. You can also find this style in a slipper and a sandal if you’re looking for a few extra inches.
Gucci | Women’s Gucci Shift GG Crystal Sneaker
If you can’t trade sneakers for pumps, switch them for these crystal-detailed shoes. A mix between a sneaker and a ballet flat, these bring the festive party spirit and loads of comfort.
Gucci | Women’s Slingback Pump with Crystal Horsebit
However, if you are looking for a pump, this iteration of Gucci’s classic horsebit motif is more suited for the Christmas season.
Givenchy | Sliced Square Heeled Sandals
The festive season also correlates with the wedding season, so a statement sandal like this metallic Givenchy pair is perfect under a gown for a black tie event or with a black suit for a dinner party.
Givenchy | Shark Lock Stiletto Boots
For an edgier statement shoe, you can’t go wrong with a stiletto boot. Although simple at first glance, the hardware is what gives this boot an edgy look. And while we love the knee-high version, you can also find this boot in an ankle-length form.
Tory Burch | Pierced Ankle Boot
If you’re looking to wear shoes with a subtle pop of detail instead of wearing a standout statement, then these boots do the job. With two-toned hardware on the toes, it’s a bold sculptural piece that almost feels like chunky jewellery for your shoes.
Loewe | New Comic Sandal
If you’re embracing the boho fashion trend that has captured the runways and everyone’s social media feed, then this shoe is perfect for a boho festive look. It has so much going on (in a good way), from the mixed leathers to the multicoloured design to the asymmetrical hardware that keeps things interesting every time you look at it.
Jimmy Choo | Stevie 100
From a chaotic shoe to a classic one, this one is timeless in its design in a rich, deep merlot colour that complements a winter wardrobe. However, if the shoe is too cool-toned for your taste, there are other variations of the same design that you can choose from.
Gianvito Rossi | Crystal Flavia
Gianvito Rossi is already a prime pick when it comes to festive shoes. And among all their designs, we recommend the Crystal Flavia simply because it’s a statement shoe that we see transitioning seamlessly from day to night. This is an especially chic option to pair under an abaya.
Mach & Mach | Cadeau Sandals
Apart from crystals, the next best accent for festive wear is metallics. Which is why we love these sandals so much. With a not-so-demure bow accent, we can see this pair standing out in an all-black ensemble.
Stuart Weitzman | Plume 100 Feather-trimmed Sandals
Feathers have been all over this season. From jackets featuring feather trims to skirts on fashion week runways made plush. These shoes help join in on the trend in a small way. The feather trim means this is a statement pair but we would recommend staying away if you have ticklish ankles.
