Another season, another batch of It-shoes. Fresh off the runways and finally in stores, see what everyone will be wearing this spring (and their budget-friendly alternatives), here.
The It-Collab
THE SPLURGE: The unexpected, Rihanna-approved collaboration between Off-White and Jimmy Choo finally launched, and we're officially here for plastic-wrapped footwear.
Jimmy Choo x Off-White Claire 100, $1,195; jimmychoo.com
The It-Collab
THE STEAL: If the stiletto look is too much, try the minimalist version with a flat mule.
Forever 21 Clear Pointed Toe Flats, $9; forever21.com
The Sneaker We Keep Freaking Talking About
THE SPLURGE: Grandpa sneakers. Get with it.
Louis Vuitton LV Archlight Sneaker, $1,090; louisvuitton.com
THE STEAL: But wait, is it a grandpa shoe or the kicks you wore in fourth grade? Why not both?
Skechers D’Lites, $65; skechers.com
The Indie Boot
THE STEAL: Cop a similar version at a quarter of the price if you think you'll outgrow the hue once fall hits.
Harlow Faux Leather O-Ring Ankle Boot, $79; urbanoutfitters.com
The Modern Cowboy
THE SPLURGE: Creative director Raf Simons' take on Americana had us gushing on the runway. We don't plan on wearing a ten-gallon hat any time soon, but these steel-toe boots will let us play cowboy the cool way IRL.
Calvin Klein 2015W39NYC Leather Ankle Boots, $895; stylebop.com
The Modern Cowboy
THE STEAL: With a slanted heel and bright white leather, this sleek version of the cowboy is for the western-averse.
Zara Boots, $169; zara.com
The Bright Gladiator
THE STEAL: Nobody does lace-up better than Ancient Greek Sandals, and this pair is on sale.
Ancient Greek Sandals Clotho, $220; ancient-greek-sandals.com
The Mary Jane Flat
THE SPLURGE: Toddler, but make it fashion.
Creatures of Comfort Verona Flat, $450; needsupply.com
The Sculptural Heel
THE SPLURGE: One look at you in a pair of architectural heels and everyone will know you're cultured, okay?
Neous Loda Mule, $725; modaoperandi.com
Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again. When she isn’t approaching style through a modern, accessible lens, she’s scouring eBay for vintage Levi’s and pretending she knows how to surf. Before joining ELLE.com in 2015 she worked as a freelance writer and stylist in New York City.
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