Do you struggle to find good winter shoes the are office appropriate? It’s a tricky thing to navigate. I feel like when office-wear is mentioned, most of us gravitate toward closed-toe heels as the primary shoe option. And while they look good, they’re not always the smartest option. For those of us with a desk job, we’re probably in good shape with heels. But if you’re on your feet all day, heels aren’t always the most comfortable. And it’s really hard to do your job well when your feet hurt.
As if finding good shoes for work wasn’t difficult enough already, let’s add winter to the mix. It’s touch and go, because climates vary. Hell, daily weather varies. Sometimes we’re snow covered. Other times, when the snow melts, it’s slushy and wet. Sometimes it’s a little warmer, and other times it’s just freaking cold. So what is the best winter shoe option? Personally, I’m a huge fan of the shoe swap: wearing show boots outside the office and changing once I get there. So in my group of work appropriate shoes, I do have some that may not be good for a winter trek, but I also found some great options to leave on all day.
On Trend Winter Shoes for the Office
Embellished: Office dress doesn’t have to be boring. One way to add some flare is by adding a bit of sparkle to your footwear. From rhinestones on the toe* to a simple sparkle on the heel of a boot*, you can elevate your whole look. It’s kind of equivalent to wearing statement earrings or sparkling rings but for your feet!
Fringe: Honestly, I’m such a sucker for a classic fringed loafer. It really tops off the latter section of my style aesthetic: ’90s mom mixed with your French grandpa. But fringe isn’t just for loafers*. You can find it on the toe of heels, boots, slides, anything. It adds such a classic kind of twist to any shoe option.
The Classic Ankle Boot: Something I love about a solid ankle boot is that it’s versatile across all styles. You can opt for a two toned Chelsea boot, like this one* from Everlane, to match with a preppy/academic/classic style. Or you can choose a black leather* to go with your edgier outfits. But then you can choose a white ankle boot* for something totally fashion forward. Plus they’re so comfortable and can be dressed up for the office or dressed down for a casual outfit outside of work. There is a reason they’re so well-loved.
Wedges: I know a lot of people who live in casual summer wedges with their sundresses in the warmer months. But wedges are incredibly overlooked when it comes to winter shoes. They sometimes have more traction than a typical heel would, making them a good walking option outside. But they also can be a little more comfortable if you’re on your feet all day. And again, depending on the style, they can be a business casual shoe pick or will fit right in in a professional dress setting. Something like a wedged knee high boot* can read a little more casual while a strappy number* with a wedge heel will complement even a professional suit.
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