The further we move into winter, the lower my tolerance for being uncomfortable drops. I think it’s the fact that my body is already enduring a lasting chill that makes me simply unwilling to add fuel to the fire. As such, from October until March you’re most likely to spot me in jeans, leggings or aptly plush trousers and a comfortable shoe.
As content as I am in this enduring state of cosiness, sometimes even I will concede that it’s nice to feel a little more put-together across the week or on special occasions, and as such, I’ve been on the look out for a sleek, “almost” flat shoe to revive my winter outfits without sacrificing the comfort I’m working to maintain.
Rising above the rest is the sleek pointed toe, very nearly flat shoe trend that I’ve seen on so many fashion people recently. Used to elevated their baggy jeans or comfortable leggings, this is exactly the kind of shoe trend I’m happy to put my money behind this season.
A close relation of the ballet flat, this style gets its sophisticated energy from its chic pointed-toe design, while he simple shoe employs a timeless silhouette that’s void of excess frills or embellishments—making it classic buy that you can reach for season after season. What’s especially interesting is that they’re very seldom completely flat—many boast the smallest of block heels, which I’m told are actually better for your feet. The slight elevation will actually relieve any heel pain you usually experience when wearing pure flats.
Already spotted on Rochelle Humes, who is always a good temperate check on the new trends set to ripple out across the season, I suspect that it won’t be long until we’re seeing these shoes out en mass. A rival to the usual flat shoe that dominates at this time of year, the loafer, though I don’t think you need to pit them again. With different payoffs, I think there’s room for both pairs in your footwear rotation.
To get ahead of the rest, read on to discover our edit of the best pointed-toe low-heel shoes here.
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST POINTED-TOE LOW-HEEL SHOES:
Zara
Faux Patent Pointed Toe Shoes
These look more expensive than they are.
Arket
Pointy Leather Pumps
These also come in a light sage shade.
Jones Bootmaker
Sunstone Leather Court Shoes
Style with denim or wear with stirrup leggings.
Zara
Leather High-Heel Shoes
Trust me—these won’t be in stock for long.
Asos
Lavinia Heeled Ballet
These also come in a leopard print design.
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Berry Red Leather Point Toe Low Block Heels
The burgundy colour trend is taking off this season.
The Row
Claudette Leather Point-Toe Flats
I always come back to The Row for their elevated basics.
Marks & Spencer
Leather Pointed Pump
These come up a little large so consider sizing down.
Aeyde
Delia Pointed-Toe Leather Heeled Courts
These have a fuller coverage design making them ideal for styling into winter.
