19 of the most popular designer shoes of 2026 so far

WORDS Cassandra Dimitroff PHOTOGRAPHY Instagram PUBLISHED Thu, 28 May 2026 – 3:15 pm

As we stare down the second half of 2026, it’s the perfect time to take stock of the trends that have begun to take over our wardrobes this year. And when it comes to designer shoes, our feet have already been treated to some pretty distinct styles.

Yes, the enthusiasm for ballet-core flats and gorp-core sneakers carried over from last year with just as much vigour, but we saw those trends evolve (with the exception of the Margiela Tabi, which has had unmatched staying power). In 2026, the 90s jelly sandals has reappeared – with much chicer connotations. The sneakerina hybrid has doubled-down with new iterations by Bad Bunny x adidas and Balenciaga x Puma. And the pony hair trend is having a moment thanks to Matthieu Blazy’s sell-out first collection for CHANEL landing in stores.

This year, the gorp-core renaissance is also finding new footing, with the humble rubber gardening clob leading the charge, and plenty of other designers dipping into clog-like silhouettes. The uber-popular loafer has also retained its dominance, while boots have skimmed knees and flats have been reformed in new, woven materials for warmer weather.

Whether you’re looking for a modern twist on a classic shoe, or just want to get your paws on one of the year’s most covetable footwear accessories, we’ve rounded up a list of the most popular designer shoes of the year so far…