I have a bit of a shoe problem. Some people like bags. For others, it's jewelry. I've always found shoes to be my greatest weakness—a category I'll always invest in, even when my bank account insists I resist the urge. Because of this, err, affliction, I pay extra close attention when new shoe styles come out, and this fall, there's an almost painful number of It shoes to shop, with tempting options by Chanel, Prada, The Row, and more all currently calling my name. Where are the noise-canceling headphones when I need them?

Sometimes, sharing my findings helps to ease the pull to shop, which is why I decided to spill the beans about the most talked-about fall shoes within fashion circles. Herbert Levine's aquamarine-colored satin mules? Everyone wants a pair. Tory Burch's beaded kitten heels? If you haven't bought yours yet, good luck. Saint Laurent's hunter-green knee-high boots? I'm drooling. Suffice to say, there's no shortage of It shoes to add to your collection (and mine) this fall. I'd know; I've already tried most (if not all) of them on at least once.

Start shopping for your favorite styles below.

Shop Fall's It Shoes

Tory Burch Beaded Pump

These might be from the Tory Burch spring/summer 2026 collection, but due to their late-summer arrival on the market, they're peaking now, just ahead of fall. Beaded pumps will be everywhere going into the chillier season ahead. Just you wait.

Herbert Levine Sitting Pretty 95mm Satin Mules

Dreaming of these satin mules in fall's top color trend.

Khaite Colt Slip-On Loafer

Everyone who was wearing Phoebe Philo's Club Slippers nonstop last fall will be wearing Khaite Colt loafers in 2026.

Christen Tabi Split-Toe Leather Ballet Flats

These are two-tone and have a tabi toe. In other words, they're every fall shoe trend in one easy, comfortable package.

The Row Mona Bootie

A forever pair of ankle boots if I've ever seen one.

Chanel Pumps

These will make every outfit interesting this fall—guaranteed.

Maison Margiela Tabi 80 Leather Pumps

Comfortable pumps for the frequent 15,000 stepper.

LUCASHEVA La Isla Amelie Leather Sandals

Something blue, anyone?

The Row Ornella D'orsay Pump

A truly classy pump that will go with everything.

LEMAIRE Leather Ankle Boots

You'll never regret buying a pair of boots like this. They'll always come in handy.

CELINE Ballet Lace-Up Shoe

The jazz shoe is arguably fall 2026's biggest footwear trend.

Jude Snug Leather Thong Sandals

That quiet shoe trend that subtly makes its way into every cool girl's wardrobe.

YSL 77 Boots

Khaite Archer Leather Thong Sandals

Yes, you can still wear flip-flops in the fall. Just swap in sundresses for trousers or jeans.

Jimmy Choo Jenn Slingback Sandal

Everyone who was ever obsessed with '90s fashion needs a Jenn.

Herbert Levine Sleep on It Satin Mules

These are luxurious to a fault.

Nike Moon Shoe OG SP Sneaker

The sneaker every stylish person's wearing or wishes they were wearing. Bonus points if you snag a pair from the Jacquemus collab.

Tom Ford 105 Crystal-Embellished Satin Slingback Pumps

This color-blocking is next-level.

Prada Embroidered Satin Slingback Pumps

Put them in the Louvre.

Alaïa Invisible Jelly Satin-Trimmed Sandals

These might feel summery, but I refuse to give them up.

Bottega Veneta Livia Thong

I'll let you in on a little secret: Bottega Veneta has the comfiest designer shoes, well, ever.