No Stilettos, No Wedges: The Latest Heeled Shoe Trend Fashion Experts Are Pairing with Jeans

      When a highly specific shoe trend is observed on Chanel It girls like Teyana Taylor and Kristen Stewart at the Gotham Film Awards, as well as Hailey Bieber, within just a few months, it’s clear that it’s about to take off. The circumstances couldn't be more favorable. The trend in question? Cone heels—shoes with a heel shaped like a cone, as the name implies—have quietly gained favor in the fashion world throughout 2026, with options from Chanel and Christen, as well as budget-friendly choices from H&M and & Other Stories. Currently, what makes cone heels so appealing is their subtle coolness and impactful presence in outfits, especially with jeans, as demonstrated by Bieber. The Rhode founder shared a mirror selfie on her Instagram Stories just before announcing her new Gap jeans collaboration, wearing low-rise dark-rinse jeans paired with a cropped baseball tee and cone-heel thong sandals. On such a significant occasion, her jeans could have easily taken center stage, but the distinctive heel shape of her shoes captured my attention immediately. Unlike stilettos or wedges, there’s no ambiguity with cone heel shoes; they always convey an air of sophistication, regardless of their actual price.

      Regarding Hailey Bieber: Jessica McCormack earrings.

      As noted earlier, this is not the first time we’ve seen cone heels in recent months. Last winter, Taylor and Stewart attended the Gotham Film Awards in New York City dressed in the trend, both choosing a dipped-toe design from Matthieu Blazy's inaugural Chanel collection. This particular style is crafted from soft leather, features a delicate cone-shaped heel, provides a glove-like fit, and boasts a toe cap that appears to be "dipped" in color. Taylor's heels were white with a black toe, and she completed her look with a full Chanel ensemble that included an ivory silk top and a voluminous red feathered skirt.

      Clearly, cone heels are just as versatile as any heeled shoes but offer an added element of intrigue and uniqueness not found in wedges or stilettos. Their rarity makes whatever you pair them with appear more interesting.

      Below, shop the trend from high to low.

      **Shop Cone Heels**

      - **GIANVITO ROSSI**

      Sofia 70 Leather Thong Sandals

      A great alternative to Bieber's pair.

      - **H&M**

      Cone-Heeled Leather Mules

      Prediction: These will likely sell out by the end of the week.

      - **The Row**

      Ornella D'orsay Pump

      - **Bimba y Lola**

      Leather Medium Heel Court Shoe

      - **& Other Stories**

      Leather Ring Sandals

      Perfect comfortable heeled sandals for summer weddings.

      - **Free People**

      Stellar Mules

      A versatile choice that pairs well with everything.

      - **Anonymous Copenhagen**

      Banie 75 Shiny Lamb

      Chic burgundy heels that complement any outfit.

      - **CHRISTEN**

      Edge T-Strap 35 Lizard-Effect Leather Sandals

      The brand every chic individual wants in their shoe collection.

      - **& Other Stories**

      Strappy Leather Sandals

      Why not choose a bold, bright color sometimes?

      - **Alaïa**

      Leather Cone Heel Sandals

      I will always say yes to Alaïa.