The 7 It-Shoes Everyone Will Be Wearing This Spring

By Justine CarreonPublished: Feb 22, 2018

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Another season, another batch of It-shoes. Fresh off the runways and finally in stores, see what everyone will be wearing this spring (and their budget-friendly alternatives), here.

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The It-Collab

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THE SPLURGE: The unexpected, Rihanna-approved collaboration between Off-White and Jimmy Choo finally launched, and we're officially here for plastic-wrapped footwear.

Jimmy Choo x Off-White Claire 100, $1,195; jimmychoo.com

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The It-Collab

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THE STEAL: If the stiletto look is too much, try the minimalist version with a flat mule.

Forever 21 Clear Pointed Toe Flats, $9; forever21.com

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The Sneaker We Keep Freaking Talking About

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THE SPLURGE: Grandpa sneakers. Get with it.

Louis Vuitton LV Archlight Sneaker, $1,090; louisvuitton.com

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THE STEAL: But wait, is it a grandpa shoe or the kicks you wore in fourth grade? Why not both?

Skechers D’Lites, $65; skechers.com

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The Indie Boot

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THE SPLURGE: Based in Bulgaria, indie shoe brand By Far is taking editors' feet by storm. Literally every insider is in love with their comfortable, retro boots, especially in this red colorway.

By Far Lada Leather, €450; byfarshoes.com

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The Indie Boot

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THE STEAL: Cop a similar version at a quarter of the price if you think you'll outgrow the hue once fall hits.

Harlow Faux Leather O-Ring Ankle Boot, $79; urbanoutfitters.com

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The Modern Cowboy

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THE SPLURGE: Creative director Raf Simons' take on Americana had us gushing on the runway. We don't plan on wearing a ten-gallon hat any time soon, but these steel-toe boots will let us play cowboy the cool way IRL.

Calvin Klein 2015W39NYC Leather Ankle Boots, $895; stylebop.com

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The Modern Cowboy

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THE STEAL: With a slanted heel and bright white leather, this sleek version of the cowboy is for the western-averse.

Zara Boots, $169; zara.com

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The Bright Gladiator

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THE SPLRUGE: Chanel went Grecian for their cruise collection, complete with Ionic column heels. They reimagined the gladiator shoe in a punchy color and we plan to wear them with sundresses ASAP.

Chanel Sandals, $1,400; chanel.com

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The Bright Gladiator

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THE STEAL: Nobody does lace-up better than Ancient Greek Sandals, and this pair is on sale.

Ancient Greek Sandals Clotho, $220; ancient-greek-sandals.com

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The Mary Jane Flat

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THE SPLURGE: Toddler, but make it fashion.

Creatures of Comfort Verona Flat, $450; needsupply.com

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The Mary Jane Flat

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THE STEAL: With this price tag, we just might buy this shoe in bulk.

Topshop Valentine Mary Jane Ballerina Pumps, $35; topshop.com

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The Sculptural Heel

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THE SPLURGE: One look at you in a pair of architectural heels and everyone will know you're cultured, okay?

Neous Loda Mule, $725; modaoperandi.com

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The Sculptural Heel

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THE STEAL: This chic and optical illusive number would be great for a gallery opening.

Mango Metal Heel Leather Mules, $120; mango.com

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Justine Carreon

Justine Carreon is the market editor at ELLE.com covering fashion, Dutch ovens, and fashion again. When she isn’t approaching style through a modern, accessible lens, she’s scouring eBay for vintage Levi’s and pretending she knows how to surf. Before joining ELLE.com in 2015 she worked as a freelance writer and stylist in New York City.