Shoes
Aug 24, 2023

25 Expensive-Looking Autumn Shoes You Can Find on the High Street Right Now

by Bébhinn Campbell

High street autumn shoes: @modestmira_ wears chunky loafers from Massimo Dutti

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@modestmira_

Amira wears a pair of chunky loafers from Massimo Dutti.

We've found ourselves in the final weeks of summer, which means we'll soon be swapping our strappy sandals and canvas espadrilles for hardier footwear. The defining shoes of the coming season are already taking their place in-store and on new-in pages, with key trends including lug-soled loafers, minimalist flats and cowboy boots.

To start dipping your toes into said trends, all you need to do is turn to your go-to high-street brands. Shoes can be expensive, so it's always a relief to find high-quality pairs that don't cost an eye-watering amount. Brands like Mango, Arket and Massimo Dutti have seriously stepped up their game in recent years, and if anything, there are now too many good shoes to choose from. With this in mind, we've whittled down the hundreds on the market to the 25 most impressive; those we think rival even the most premium designer pairs in terms of style and wearability.

Five high-street heroes in particular have captured our attention lately. Scroll on to see the highlights of their autumn shoe collections, from sleek ankle boots to velvet ballet flats.

& Other Stories Heeled Leather Penny Loafers

& Other Stories

Heeled Leather Penny Loafers

Penny loafers (particularly the chunky variety) will be big news this autumn.

& Other Stories Leather Ballet Flats

& Other Stories

Leather Ballet Flats

That's right, ballet flats are sticking around for another season.

& Other Stories Leather Sock Boots

& Other Stories

Leather Sock Boots

This deep brown shade looks so luxe.

& Other Stories Western Leather Pumps

& Other Stories

Western Leather Pumps

A truly unique pair that taps into both the western and Mary Jane shoe trends.

& Other Stories Equestrian Buckle Loafers

& Other Stories

Equestrian Buckle Loafers

& Other Stories' loafers always sell out fast.

Arket Pointy Leather Chelsea Boots

Pointy Leather Chelsea Boots

These will look just as great with midi dresses and tights as with straight-leg jeans.

Arket Suede Ballerina

Suede Ballerina

Just because we're prepping for autumn, you don't have to retire all colourful pieces to storage.

Arket Pointed Kitten-Heel Boots

Pointed Kitten-Heel Boots

Wow! Can you believe these aren't designer?

Arket Lace-Up Derby Flats

Lace-Up Derby Flats

I've been eyeing these up since they first dropped.

Arket Square-Toe Leather Pumps

Square-Toe Leather Pumps

Wear these on autumn nights out then carry them with you into party season.

Zara Block Heel Clogs

Block Heel Clogs

How fun are these? Just add patterned socks when the temperature drops.

Zara Velvet Flat Shoes

Velvet Flat Shoes

The entire Who What Wear team is obsessed with these.

Zara Heeled Cowboy Ankle Boots With Pieces

Heeled Cowboy Ankle Boots With Pieces

Mark my words, cowboy boots will be everywhere in the coming months.

Zara Flat Faux Patent Shoes With Pointed Toe

Flat Faux Patent Shoes With Pointed Toe

These smart flats are a comfier alternative to heels for a night out.

Zara Split Suede Clogs With Buckle

Split Suede Clogs With Buckle

The perfect errand-running shoes.

Massimo Dutti Leather Loafers With Buckle

Leather Loafers With Buckle

Reluctant to splurge on the iconic Gucci loafer? Consider this chic high-street alternative.

Massimo Dutti Heeled Slingback Shoes

Heeled Slingback Shoes

I've seen pairs like this on Net-a-Porter for ten times the price.

Massimo Dutti Gathered Stretch Ballet Flats

Gathered Stretch Ballet Flats

These also come in black if you're worried about scuffing them.

Mango Leather Ankle Boots Block Heel

Leather Ankle Boots Block Heel

The wood heel has a really premium effect.

Mango Leather Heeled Slingback Shoe With Buckles

Leather Heeled Slingback Shoe With Buckles

Mango is the master of expensive-looking heels.

Mango Track Platform Boot

Track Platform Boot

Pull out these stylish stompers on particularly chilly days.

Mango Elastic Satin Ballerinas

Elastic Satin Ballerinas

Cute! You can pop these in your handbag as a back-up when you're wearing heels.