The 6 Footwear Trends That Fashion Enthusiasts Will Pair With Leggings, Jeans, and Skirts in 2026

      It's an age-old story: the clock strikes midnight, indicating the beginning of a new year and the immediate, compelling urge to transform your life. Although the transition into a new year offers the perfect opportunity to make changes, deciding what to change can be challenging. Where should one begin when looking to change their life? Should you implement a new wellness routine? Plan a getaway? Refresh your capsule wardrobe? Choosing which resolutions to focus on isn't always straightforward, but it’s best to heed that old saying: start from the ground up. One effective way to do this is to take the advice literally by adopting some of the new shoe trends of 2026. While it may sound a bit silly, all resolutions involve taking small steps! Whether you aspire to achieve a promotion, elevate your style, or boost your confidence, reassessing your footwear is an excellent first step. It may not drastically alter your life, but it visually signifies entering a new phase.

      Of course, we know that deciding which shoe trends to embrace and figuring out how to style them can be just as time-consuming as selecting resolutions. Fortunately, that's where our expertise comes into play. We've conducted research to discover how the fashion community will be showcasing the leading shoe trends for 2026, analyzing runway collections and recent outfit ideas. These trends may not change your life, but the styling ideas will certainly enhance your look. Here are 6 shoe trends to pair with leggings, jeans, skirts, dresses, and much more…

      1. **High-Vamp Heels**

      Any fashion enthusiast can recall Victoria Beckham's famous saying: "I can't concentrate in flats." While some may write off her words as fleeting commentary from a particular time in pop culture, creative directors seem to have taken it as a cue for their F/W 25 and S/S 26 collections. Fashion houses from Chanel to Toteme to Sportmax not only embraced high heels but also favored designs featuring '80s-inspired high-cut silhouettes. The resurgence of high-vamp heels might be unexpected, especially following years dominated by ballet flats, yet this makes these shoes worthy of attention. Their comeback signifies a new era, one that would likely earn Posh Spice’s approval.

      **Styling tips:** To truly highlight this shoe trend, consider pairing high-vamp pumps with outfits that make them the centerpiece. Lean into the '80s vibes by combining them with an oversized coat worn as a dress for a "working girl" look. Alternatively, to tone down the formality, you could style them with a funnel-neck windbreaker and a lace slip skirt for a striking contrast in everyday wear. Either way, these heels can elevate any outfit.

      These high-vamp pumps certainly prompt us to sing: "She's a lady. Whoa, whoa, whoa."

      Calling all Upper East Siders!

      **Le Monde Beryl Babouche Kitten Heel Pump**

      We'd pair these pumps with black leggings for an even more elevated look.

      2. **All Things Two-Toned**

      If you've been following our updates, you know that shoe color has been a major trend for the past few years—a trend that will continue into 2026. While several color trends stand out, the most significant development from the S/S 26 runway shows is the embrace of two-tone designs. From classic cap-toe slingback heels at Chanel to black loafers with white vamps at Dior to pointed t-strap pumps at Ferragamo, no shoe has escaped the two-tone treatment. This trend has also gained traction beyond the runway, appearing in paparazzi shots of stars like Bella Hadid and social media posts from women worldwide, evidencing that great things often come in pairs of two-toned shoes.

      **Styling tips:** To emphasize the two-tone trend, pair these shoes with matching or contrasting colors. You can draw attention to a pair of two-tone slingback heels by styling them with separates that contrast with the shoes' hues—like pairing brown and white heels with an oversized gray blazer and light blue sweater dress. For a more subdued look, consider neutral two-tone ballet flats with tailored separates for a polished airport outfit.

      These are definitely influenced by Chanel.

      **Mansur Gavriel Ballet Flat**

      You'll find yourself reaching for these flats frequently.

      **JIL SANDER Two-Tone Leather Slingback Sandals**

      We’re fans of two-tone strappy sandals.

      3. **Textured Kicks**

      While 2026 brings a variety of sneaker styles, none are rivaling the rise of textured kicks. Moving away from a focus on color, the trend began in the F/W 25 collections of Miu Miu, Loewe, and Adidas, where unique textures (especially suede) were utilized to refresh sneaker styles. Since then, brands have leaned further into texture to bring depth to sneakers, using unexpected materials; models in Dries Van Noten's spring show showcased sneakers made from saffron-red eel skin and shiny black leather