Shoes
Nov 12, 2023

Winter's "Ugliest" Shoe Trend Is Here, and TBH You'll Love or Hate It

by Allyson Payer

It's been a minute since there was a new, significant "ugly" shoe trend on the scene, but that's set to change this winter. One of the most prominent shoe trends on the fall 2023 runways—which also made multiple appearances on the spring 2024 runways—was furry shoes. And we're not just talking subtly furry. We're talking about over-the-top, spot-them-from-a-mile-away furry.

Leading the furry-shoe charge on the fall 2023 runways were Gucci, Stella McCartney, and Givenchy, to name a few. And on the market, you'll find plenty more furry shoes among the current mix at Loewe, Burberry, Khaite, and Prada. Basically, pretty much every trend-forward luxury brand is on board. Once you get a visual, it'll be easy to see that the somewhat polarizing trend is actually quite chic and will add a fun touch to whatever outfit it's paired with.

Scroll on to see what all the hype is about (via the runway and the streets) and shop the chicest furry shoes of the season.

Kendall Jenner Jacquemus campaign

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The second star of Kendall Jenner's epic Jacquemus holiday campaign are definitely her ultra-furry shoes.

Givenchy F/W 23

Givenchy F/W 23 furry shoes

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Such a good color.

Gucci F/W 23

Gucci F/W 23 furry shoes

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Gucci's furry shoes are as quirky as can be (in a good way).

Sportmax F/W 23

Sportmax F/W 23 fur shoes

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It's giving Barbie.

A.W.A.K.E. Mode F/W 23

A.W.A.K.E. Mode F/W 23 furry boots

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Not for the faint of heart.

Celine S/S 24

Celine S/S 24 furry boots

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Of course Celine's pair is especially cool.

Stella McCartney F/W 23

Stella McCartney F/W 23 furry shoes

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Far more fun than plain leather pumps.

Furry shoe street style photo

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These Gucci thong sandals have quickly become a new It shoes.

Furry shoe street style photo

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I spy Loewe Ease sandals.

Furry shoe street style photo

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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's Burberry rosette sandals are a work of art.

Furry shoe street style photo

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The perfect winter pumps.

Furry shoe street style photo

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These are sure to turn some heads.

Furry shoe street style photo

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Just the thing an all-black outfit needs.

Furry shoe street style photo

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Do as the fashion girls do and pair them with colored tights.

Khaite Clio Shearling Mules

Clio Shearling Mules

I'd wear these in a second.

Loewe Intarsia shearling thong sandals

Intarsia shearling thong sandals

Can you imagine how cool these would make jeans and a T-shirt look?

Jacquemus Les Sandales Regalo Hautes

Les Sandales Regalo Hautes

The thinnest heel known to man.

Jeffrey Campbell Chauffeur Sandals

Jeffrey Campbell

Chauffeur Sandals

Along with red, brown is the color of the season.

Prada Shearling Mules

Shearling Mules

If it's Prada, I want it.

Mango Fur Heel Shoes

A chic, low-commitement way to try the trend.

Staud Wally Mules

This pair is especially easy to wear.

Jeffrey Campbell Fuzzie Faux Fur Pointed Toe Boot

Jeffrey Campbell

Fuzzie Faux Fur Pointed Toe Boot

Do as the Celine girls do and pair these with shorts or a miniskirt.

Dries Van Noten Faux Fur Pumps

Dries Van Noten

Combined with the heel, these are so special.