the best fall shoes

These are the boots you imagine Carine Roitfeld wearing with a sleek pencil skirt while she s running the show. They re sharp, mean looking, and a little dominatrix y. Jeffrey Campbell s collab with Revolve plays up the S&M aspect, while Alexander Wang adds textural contrast in the form of haircalf.

Spring has a better rep for being filled with wacky, colorful shoes, but just because you have to cover your toes in fall doesn t mean you have to be boring. These styles can make any outfit special. Loeffler Randall updated its Pari pump with a swishy fringe trim while Gucci s low sling back heel has a gold heel dotted with gems.

Women who want masculine styles usually buy lace up oxfords or loafers, but it s time to consider the monk strap. Topshop s rich green version pairs well with tweed trousers, while Aquatalia s shiny Bordeaux patent pair contrasts nicely with a sweeping midi skirt. And if you want to splurge, Dries van Noten s blue platform pair is a standout.

These are divisive heels: Most people hate them, but the women who love them really LOVE them. Celine is the queen of the so wrong it s right heel, but Rachel Comey and Jeffrey Campbell both offer the same feel at more modest prices.