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    The Top Winter Shoe Trends for 2022

    Make the best of the season's footwear offerings.

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    By Sara Holzman
    Published 6 January 2022 In Buying Guides

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    Once, a good winter shoe was hard to find, but with more designers focusing on both form and function, the cold-weather pickings are no longer slim. We can't seem to peel ourselves away from rugged soles—on oxfords and boots—or the endless varieties of cloud-like indoor-outdoor slip-on shoes. The good news is...we don't have to. This season, updating your winter wardrobe will be just that: a refresh, not a total re-do. For holiday or back-to-business looks, try out a sleek pointed-toe shoe or a knee-high silhouette. For relaxed days, we've got snuggly footwear, preppy vibes, and rugged outdoor-inspired boots. Keep on scrolling for the winter shoe trends to shop now.

    To The Point

    To The Point

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    Rounded toes are cute, but a pointy toe means business. This winter, invest in a pair of pointed toe pumps for your back-to-work wardrobe.

    winter shoe trends

    Mach & Mach Silk Satin Pumps
    $1,225 AT LUISAVIAROMA.COM

    shoes

    Prada Triangle Patch Slingback Pumps
    $950.00 AT FARFETCH.COM

    Olivia Pointed Toe Pump

    Brother Vellies Olivia Pointed Toe Pump
    $795.00 AT NORDSTROM.COM

    winter shoe trends

    Coach Pointed Toe Pump
    $195 AT NORDSTROM.COM

    Take a Hike

    Take a Hike

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    Whether you're headed for the wilderness or not, these hybrid hiking boots will keep you firmly planted on whatever terrain you're faced with this winter.

    Leather & Suede Hikers

    Tory Burch Leather & Suede Hikers
    $328.00 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    Owen Platform Leather Hiker Boots

    Loeffler Randall Owen Platform Leather Hiker Boots
    $450.00 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    winter shoe trends

    Schutz Xayene Ankle Booties
    $950 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    winter shoe trends

    Aldo Lug Sole Hiking Boot
    $140 AT ALDO.COM

    Tie On One

    Tie On One

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    Lug sole oxfords are back for winter—a prime choice for those who love a preppy look with a bit of edge. Style yours with socks and a slightly cropped pant or alongside tights and a midi-length skirt.

    Kate Lug-Sole Lace-Up Oxford Shoes

    3.1 Phillip Lim Kate Lug-Sole Lace-Up Oxford Shoes
    $550.00 AT SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

    Dorin Lug Sole Derby

    Marc Fisher LTD Dorin Lug Sole Derby
    $99.96 AT NORDSTROM.COM

    winter shoe trends

    Ash Lug Sole Derby Shoes
    $150 AT NORDSTROM.COM

    winter shoe trends

    3.1 Phillip Lim Khaki Lug Sole Botos
    $380 AT SSENSE.COM

    All The Fuzz

    All The Fuzz

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    What's all the fuzz about? This winter, softly padded slides are back. Designed with the comforts of indoor shoes but equipped with soles that can battle the elements.

    Dalley Shearling Sandals

    Senso Dalley Shearling Sandals
    $140.00 AT FARFETCH.COM

    Fussbett Shearling Dual-Buckle Sandals

    Marni Fussbett Shearling Dual-Buckle Sandals
    $950.00 AT BERGDORFGOODMAN.COM

    Touch Strap Leather Sandals

    By Walid Touch Strap Leather Sandals
    $875.00 AT FARFETCH.COM

    winter shoe trends

    Roam Fuzzy Prism Slide
    $132 AT REVOLVE.COM

    Knee Deep

    Knee Deep

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    Whether you fancy a high heel or the flat variety, a knee-high boot height is winter's preferred length. Wear them with knee-grazing dresses and winter coats in a variety of elevated prints.

    Felicia Boots

    ANINE BING Felicia Boots
    $599.00 AT ANINEBING.COM

    Bone Patent Boots

    Steve Madden Bone Patent Boots
    $169.95 AT STEVEMADDEN.COM

    Analeah Pointed Toe Knee High Boot

    SCHUTZ Analeah Pointed Toe Knee High Boot
    $221.21 AT NORDSTROM.COM

    winter shoe trends

    Staud Croc Embossed Knee High Boot
    $550 AT INTERMIX.COM

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