Fact: fall wardrobes live and die by the shoes you build them around.
Refreshing your fall capsule footwear of go-to’s doesn’t have to require a total reset.
Rather, intentionally introducing a handful of versatile, relevant heels makes all the difference.
Our Lead Stylist, Whitney, recently selected some of her favorite finds to make up a multi-faceted wardrobe.
Scroll through for Whitney’s 4 favorites mid-priced staple heels that will make maximum impact.
THE CLASSIC
The shoe:
TONY BIANCO | Stevie Black Vintage Pumps
The price:
$170
Why we love it:
The Stevie is the kind of heel that does the thinking for you on a hectic morning. She’s sleek, grounded, and elevated without trying too hard.
The black vintage finish gives it just enough depth and character to feel classy, which is exactly why it’s a great go-to heel.
How to wear it:
Style it with a tailored trouser + a fitted blazer for the boardroom. Or, let it anchor a satin skirt + knit for dinners.
It’s truly the heel that can take you from 9a meetings to 9p events without packing an extra pair of shoes!!
THE EMBOSSED
The shoe:
REFORMATION | Jeanne Heeled Mules
The price:
$268
Why we love it:
There’s something just so *special* about a croc-embossed mule, and the Jeanne nails that balance of texture for ease.
The light almond color-way is a styling dream! Warm enough to feel seasonal, neutral enough to work with nearly everything already in your closet.
How to wear it:
We love these with a wide-leg denim or a midi skirt for a look that feels fresh for curated casual.
Slide them on with a silk blouse for workwear that still allows for comfort.
THE PRINT
The shoe:
JEFFREY CAMPBELL | Gambol Slingbacks
The price:
$190
Why we love it:
This is the print we didn’t know we needed until we saw it in person: subtle enough to read as versatile, but bold enough to make a plain outfit feel curated.
The slingback silhouette in beige zebra is truly a wardrobe “workhorse.”
How to wear it:
A stylist hack for you: treat your print like it’s a neutral for optimal styling!!
Pair them with a white shirt dress for an easy statement. Or, use them as a texture pop to an all-black look when you want dimension without introducing many more colors to the mix.
THE STATEMENT
The shoe:
JEFFREY CAMPBELL | Ida-Mae Suede Pumps
The price:
$180
Why we love it:
The pointed toe? The kitten heel? That rich wine suede? Each element works together to make these Jeffrey Campbell favorites feel tailor-made for the season ahead.
The Ida-Mae reads equally sophisticated and stylish, the perfect touch for the woman who wants her shoes to not feel like an afterthought.
How to wear it:
A kitten heel this refined deserves a hem that shows it off, so think cropped trousers or a midi skirt.
Style them with camel/chocolate tones for a rich, autumnal palette. Alternatively, the wine holds it’s own against a ivory look for a contrast pop.
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