Shoes
Shoes
The Frequent Flyer's Edit: Chic, Comfortable Essentials for Every Trip
Travel sneakers, soft knits and easy layers for a calmer journey.
What to Gift the Person Who's Always on the Move
Shoes, cashmere, small gifts and travel bags for people who never stand still
When High Fashion Meets High Performance
Collaboration sneakers, technical coats and the designers borrowing from sport
The Modern Man's Off-Duty Uniform
Considered sneakers, straight trousers, cashmere knits and technical outerwear for the season
The Sneakers Fashion Girls Are Wearing Everywhere Right Now
Slim sneakers, heritage pairs and the tailoring that makes them look chosen
Slingbacks: Chanel's 1957 Trick for a Shorter-Looking Foot
Chanel introduced its two-tone slingback in 1957 with the shoemaker Raymond Massaro, and the idea behind it is optical. A beige shoe lengthens the leg and a black toe cap makes the foot look smaller. This is how to choose a slingback that stays on and still looks modern.
Kitten Heels: The Low Heel That Looks Like a Decision
Kitten heels sit at about an inch and a half and still change the way you walk into a room. This is a short lesson in what makes a good pair, from the pointed toe to the strap that actually stays put. The pairs below are the ones I would wear to a dinner and still be able to leave on foot.
OluKai Women's Sandals and Sneakers: Comfort for Coastal Days
OluKai began with footwear for people who live and play by the water, inspired by Hawai‘i. This women’s edit pairs easy sandals with capable sneakers for beach walks, city errands, and travel days.
Margaux Shoes: Flats, Loafers and Pumps From One Ballet Flat
A look at Margaux shoes, from the brand's start with one ballet flat in 2015 to the loafers, Mary Janes, pumps and sandals it makes now. We go through neutral flats, wine, petal and animal print flats, and the dressier styles.
UGG Sizing: Should You Size Down in UGG Boots?
UGG boots usually run true to size, but Classic styles can feel relaxed and lined slippers need a style-by-style check. This guide explains when to stay at your usual size, allow extra room for socks, or size down in a slipper that feels loose.
Is Cole Haan Worth It? An Honest Look at Quality, Fit and Price
Cole Haan is worth considering if cushioning and wearable daily design matter more than formal shoemaking. I weigh its comfort technology, model-specific fit notes, retailer reviews, and return terms before deciding which styles justify their price.
Where to Buy Frye on Sale (and When the Best Sales Happen)
Frye can be bought on sale through its own Sale collection and at Nordstrom, with Frye's fall weekend offers and Nordstrom's summer Anniversary Sale as recurring windows. This guide compares those sale patterns with women's boots, clogs, loafers and flats.
Naturalizer Sizing: Does Naturalizer Run Small, Big or True to Size?
Naturalizer is usually a true-to-size starting point, but width and shoe shape can change the feel. This guide covers its size chart, model-specific fit notes, and what to measure for sneakers and boots.
Kate Spade Sizing: Does Kate Spade Run Small, Big or True to Size?
Kate Spade sizing is easiest when you use the brand's measurement charts and then check the fit note for the exact style. This guide compares the size chart with pajamas, flat sandals, slides, and heels so you can decide where true to size is useful and where it is not.
Vince Camuto Sizing: Does Vince Camuto Run Small, Big or True to Size?
Vince Camuto shoes are generally true to size, but individual styles can run small or large, so check the fit note for the exact pair. This guide compares the size chart with product-level advice across pumps, sandals, flats and loafers.
SENSO Shoes: Australian Sandals, Flats and Flip-Flops
Founded in Australia by Scarlett and Kim Meller, SENSO balances wardrobe footwear with distinctive silhouettes and a touch of fun. This edit moves from flats and flip-flops to sandals and boots, giving everyday outfits a more expressive finish.
Puma Select Sneakers: Speedcat, H-Street and Ballet Styles
Puma Select brings PUMA’s sport, style and creativity into a footwear edit of familiar silhouettes and expressive variations. I compare the H-Street, Speedcat and Mostro families by the role each pair could play in a real wardrobe.
Tory Burch Sizing: Does Tory Burch Run Small, Big or True to Size?
Tory Burch shoes are not uniformly true to size: some styles run true, while others run small or large. This guide compares the shoe chart with product-specific fit notes across flats, sandals, slides, and sneakers.
Steve Madden Sizing: Does Steve Madden Run Small, Big or True to Size?
Steve Madden shoes do not have one universal fit; sizing changes by style. This guide explains how to use the size chart, compare model-specific notes, and measure boots before buying.
Gucci Sizing: Does Gucci Run Small, Big or True to Size?
Gucci sizing varies by style: some shoes fit true to size, while Ragazzo runs large and several flats have narrow-foot caveats. This guide explains how the Gucci size chart converts women's sizes and compares fit notes across 12 current shoes.
Saucony Sizing: Does Saucony Run Small, Big or True to Size?
Saucony fit varies by model: its performance-shoe guidance says to size up from your usual lifestyle shoe, while retailer notes differ. This guide compares the brand's chart with model-specific recommendations for road, support and trail shoes.
Where to Buy Sam Edelman on Sale (and When the Best Sales Happen)
Sam Edelman is easy to compare on sale at Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's, and Shopbop, where marked styles and live sizes can vary by color. This guide checks each retailer's sale pages, Nordstrom's annual summer event, and twelve in-stock women's shoes.
Where to Buy Clarks on Sale (and When the Best Sales Happen)
Clarks appears in sale assortments at Clarks.com and Macy's, with recurring seasonal events offering useful checkpoints rather than one guaranteed date. This guide compares those sale windows with twelve current women's shoes across casual, workday, and dressier options.
Is Frye Worth It? An Honest Look at Quality, Fit and Price
Yes, Frye can be worth it for women who want leather boots with repairable construction and have time to check fit by style. I weigh its craft and materials against sizing and return caveats, then compare tall, mid-calf, and ankle boots.