Every new year brings its share of questions in front of our wardrobe: which pairs to keep, which to put away, and above all, which new styles to invest in? Fashion may be an eternal cycle, but this year marks the return of great revisited classics!
Gone are the days of sky-high heels that are impossible to wear all day. Today's trend champions comfort without sacrificing elegance. Are you looking for the latest shoe trends for women to complete your wardrobe? Here is our selection of 5 essential styles to put together a chic and relaxed look without a single misstep.
Which trendy women's shoes should you choose this year?
This season, women's shoe trends favour comfort and a retro aesthetic!
Here are the must-have styles to embrace for 2026:
- The must-have styles are the loafer (available in brown or black)
- The great return of the strap ballet flat worn with socks.
- Bold shoes with a print (cow or leopard).
- The timeless trainers that embrace minimalism.
1. The brown loafer
It is the undisputed star of the season. Long confined to formal or "preppy" wardrobes, the loafer has broken free to become the centrepiece of a modern look. Warm tones such as Café and Cognac (as seen in our Saudade collection) perfectly embody this vintage spirit.
How to wear it?
The brown loafer is the ideal ally for revisiting the "Parisienne" style with a nautical touch. Take inspiration from this look by pairing it with the timeless Breton top tucked into a mini tweed or wool skirt.
The detail that makes all the difference? High beige or taupe socks. They ensure a gentle transition between the bare leg and the shoe, while adding that very current "preppy" touch. Complete the look with an oversized navy pea coat to structure the silhouette, and you are all set for a chic stroll, in the city or by the seaside.
2. The black loafer
While the brown loafer plays the retro card, the black loafer is the guarantee of flawless urban elegance. It is the "little black dress" of footwear: understated, effective and capable of saving any outfit on those mornings when inspiration runs dry. It instantly adds a touch of character and sophistication, all while remaining ultra-comfortable!
Long considered too classic, city shoes are making a striking comeback. Why? Because they have that unique power to "elevate" a basic pair of jeans into a sharp outfit. Unlike a trainer that can sometimes feel too sporty, a loafer or a derby structures the silhouette.
But for the look to remain "casual", comfort must be total. Forget stiff leathers that dig into the heel. The trend favours supple materials that mould to the shape of the foot.
3. The great return of ballet flats
We thought it had disappeared, but the ballet flat (and its strap cousin, the Babies) has made a striking comeback. Driven by the "Balletcore" trend, it seduces with its lightness. Opt for square toes or modern materials to avoid the "little girl" effect.
How to wear it?
For a sharp style, play the modern schoolgirl card. Take inspiration from our lookbook by pairing them with white socks and dark shorts or a short skirt. It's the ideal combination for the mid-season: bold, comfortable and very photogenic.
4. Patterned shoes
If you often wear understated outfits (all-black, beige, denim), your feet should be where all the attention goes. Animal print (leopard, zebra or cow) is perfect for livening up a basic look.
How to wear them?
This is THE statement piece of your outfit. The golden rule is to keep the rest of the look understated. As our cow-print Babies model perfectly demonstrates, the shoe speaks for itself. Wear it with plain basics: an all-beige look or a monochrome jumper-and-shorts ensemble. They instantly draw the eye and transform a simple outfit into a polished look.
5. The unrivalled trainer
No roundup of trendy women's shoes would be complete without mentioning the queen of the streets: the sneaker. But be aware, the trend is moving away from technical styles. We are returning to the essentials: the city trainer, refined, minimalist and crafted from noble materials (such as grape and maize at Zèta).
How to wear it?
The white trainer is the chameleon of your wardrobe. It is particularly effective at toning down a statement piece. For example, it perfectly tempers a bold wide-leg striped trouser paired with an oversized denim shirt. It creates a casual look that feels effortlessly put-together!
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