As a shoe lover, I happen to think that shoes are what really make a dress. Anyone can just throw on a cute dress but how you style it is what really makes or breaks it. We're in a bit of an anything-goes place in fashion, but that doesn't mean that certain shoes don't just look cooler than others with dresses, and the fashion crowd is very much aware of this.
I combed through Instagram for some great examples of the shoes I've been seeing the fashion crowd wear over and over with all types of dresses this season, and there are some fun ones. You might already own most of these trends but just in case, I found some excellent options for you to shop and pair with your own dresses. (And if you want to shop for expensive-looking dresses as well, Emily Dawes has you covered).
Scroll on for all of the shoe-and-dress-pairing scoop you've been seeking.
Loafers
This probably isn't news to you, but fashion people have long been fond of pairing loafers with dresses. They look chic with every dress length and are a great way to make a dress feel a bit more casual for the daytime. For the most "2022" look, add a pair of white socks.
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A classic style you'll come back to year after year.
You'd never know these were from the high-street.
An investment worth making.
The two-tone is a nice touch.
The croc-effect really elevates this pair.
Adidas Retro Sneakers
When it comes to trendy trainers, the styles that took the cake this year were undoubtedly Adidas Sambas and Gazelles. Despite being around for years, the fashion crowd rediscovered them this year and they became nearly impossible to find. Their minimalistic, polished look is the perfect match for dresses—especially short ones.
One for minimalist dressers.
These are selling out fast.
Most fashion people want this pair.
This pair will go with everything.
Such a strong collab.
Knee Boots
Knee boots are the boot trend of the season, so it's understandable that people would be wearing them with dresses, especially since they look cool with basically every style of dress. I'm especially into this slip dress styling seen above.
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Add a contrasting texture with this suede pair.
I'm stuck between the chocolate and the black.
So timeless.��
Another win by H&M.
I'll never get over these.
Platforms
Platforms quickly emerged as the biggest heel trend of 2022 earlier this year, and more often than not, it's dresses that fashion girls choose to pair with them. There's no better night-out pairing, if you ask me.
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I never knew I needed tweed heels until now.
Just in time for party season.
A day to night heel.
If you thought these were designer, I wouldn't blame you.
These are high on my wish list.
Moto Boots
Thanks to Miu Miu, moto boots came back this autumn. Pair them with a dress with a similar grunge aesthetic, or with one that's a bit sweeter to provide that cool contrast that the fashion crowd loves so much.
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What's not to love?
Ground feminine dresses with these chunky boots.
Well done, Zara.
Form and function.
I'm a big fan of the double buckle.
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This story originally appeared on Who What Wear U.S.
