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Winter's "Ugliest" Shoe Trend Is Here and TBH You'll Love or Hate It

Allyson Payer  Sat, 11 Nov 2023  Who What Wear

It's been a minute since there's been a new, significant "ugly" shoe trend on the scene, but that's set to change this winter. One of the most prominent shoe trends on the F/W 23 runways—which also made multiple appearances on the S/S 24 runways—was furry shoes. And we're not just talking subtly furry. We're talking about over-the-top, spot-them-from-a-mile-away furry. 

Leading the furry-shoe charge on the F/W 23 runways were Gucci, Stella McCartney, and Givenchy, to name a few. And on the market, you'll find plenty more furry shoes among the current mix at Loewe, Burberry, Khaite, and Prada. Basically, pretty much every trend-forward luxury brand we have is on board. Once you get a visual, it'll be easy to see that the somewhat polarizing trend is actually quite chic and will add a fun touch to whatever outfit they're paired with. 

Scroll on to see what all the hype is about (via the runway and the streets) and shop the chicest furry shoes of the season.

The second star of Kendall Jenner's epic Jacquemus holiday campaign is definitely her ultra-furry shoes.

Such a good color.

Gucci's furry shoes are as quirky as can be (in a good way).

It's giving Barbie.

Not for the faint of heart.

Of course Celine's pair is especially cool-girl.

Far more fun than plain leather pumps.

These Gucci thong sandals have quickly become a new It shoe.

I spy Loewe Ease sandals.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's Burberry rosette sandals are a work of art. 

The perfect winter pumps.

These are sure to turn some heads.

Just the thing an all-black outfit needs.

Do as the fashion girls do and pair them with colored tights.

I'd wear these in a second.

J.Crew got the memo.

Can you imagine how cool these would make jeans and a T-shirt look?

The thinnest heel known to man.

Along with red, brown is the color of the season. 

If it's Prada, I want it.

IYKYK.

A chic, low-commitement way to try the trend.

These shouldn't work, but they do.

This pair is especially easy to wear.

Do as the Celine girls do and pair these with shorts or a miniskirt.

What a vibe.

One shoe, oh so many trends.

Combined with the heel, these are so special.