The further we move into winter, the lower my tolerance for being uncomfortable drops. As such, from October until March, you're most likely to find me in jeans, leggings or soft, loose trousers and a comfortable shoe.
As content as I am in this enduring state of cosiness, sometimes even I concede that it's nice to feel a little more put-together across the week or on special occasions, and as such, I've been on the lookout for a sleek almost flat shoe to revive my winter outfits without sacrificing the comfort I'm working to maintain.
Rising above the rest is the sleek pointed-toe, very nearly-flat shoe trend I've seen on so many fashion people recently. Used to elevate their baggy jeans or comfortable leggings, this is exactly the kind of shoe I'm happy to put my money behind this season. Getting its sophisticated energy from its chic pointed-toe design, the simple trend employs a timeless silhouette void of excess frills or embellishments, making it a classic buy you can reach for season after season. Most commonly accompanied by a very low block heel, this shoe has the slight elevation needed to take the pressure off the heel of the foot.
Already spotted on Rochelle Humes (who is always a good temperate check on the new trends set to ripple out across the season), I suspect it won't be long until we see these shoes out en masse. An alternative that's proving just as sought after as loafers, they do, however, feel distinctly different, so there's most likely a place in your footwear rotation for both. I'm nothing if not diplomatic.
To get ahead of the rest, read on to discover our edit of the best pointed-toe, low-heel shoes here.
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST POINTED-TOE, LOW-HEEL SHOES:
Simple and affordable.
These also come in silver.
These also come in a light sage shade if you fancy something fresher.
Style with denim or wear with stirrup leggings.
A versatile nude tone.
These also come in a leopard-print design.
I always come back to The Row for its understatedly elevated shoes.
These come up a little large, so consider sizing down.
The fuller coverage design makes these ideal for wearing into winter.
These also come in white, grey and red.
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