The Weekly Covet: 15 Shoes Worth Shopping for Fall, According to Our Discerning Editors

“A great pair of ballet flats goes a long way, and Rothy's remains unbeatable in terms of comfort. Plus, look how cute this tortoiseshell pattern is!” —Emily Burack, Deputy Digital Editor

“I'm excited to be incorporating velvet back into my wardrobe! I love these brown velvet Mary Janes from Loeffler Randall for their shape and effortless feel!” —Natalie Boyce, Associate Visual Editor

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“I don't have much of a shoe fetish but being on the Margaux mailing list makes me dangerously close to developing one. This, among many others, is top of my wishlist for fall.” —Leena Kim, Senior Editor

“The distressed brown color and over-the-knee shape give these Santoni suede boots a cool feel. I’d wear them with everything from leggings and skinny jeans to denim skirts; plus, Santoni makes some of the most comfortable shoes I’ve worn, so I know I could wear them all day.” —Dania Lucero Ortiz, Fashion & Accessories Director

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“The contrast blanket stitching that is all over the sneakers gives them a unique bohemian vibe I love. The platform gives you a little lift without feeling like you're wobbling. Also it's surprisingly lightweight and doesn't feel like a brick on your feet which is a big plus!” —Chiun Lee, Design Director

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“I'm so grateful that Uggs have been back in style for the past few years because they are the only shoe I wear once October comes around. The ultra mini is my personal fav!” —Tess Donlevie, Senior Designer

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“I have my eye on these burgundy flats to be my new fall neutral shoe. Chic enough for the office, comfy enough to wear all day.” —Erin Hobday, VP, Content Operations

“I have been wanting the Samba Mary Janes forever and I can't wait to buy them for the fall! I love the comfort of a sneaker and the style of a flat. I will most definitely be wearing these all throughout the season, and even throughout the year.” —Bella Caliendo, Fashion Assistant

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“I'm very into the whole Derby shoe trend for fall—think ballet flats, with a touch more edge. These square-toe versions look polished and comfortable—a perfect sub for days that you want to up the ante on sneakers.” —Lauren Hubbard, Contributor

“I've been very vocal over the years about my affection for Clark's Desert Treks, which to me are an absolutely perfect shoe. A new pair is always part of my fall ritual.” —Adam Rathe, Senior Features Director

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“I'm always here for a Mary Jane regardless of the season, but the style feels particularly right for fall. With a pair of tights or crew length socks, these add the perfect touch to any autumnal outfit.” —Carly Witteman, Associate Fashion Editor

“It’s not an understatement to say I’m obsessed with these shoes. I actually wear them all year long, but this is the time of year they’re most in season. I’ve had them for years, and even when new, they don’t need time to be broken in like a lot of leather shoes. They’re among the most comfortable work shoes I’ve ever found.” —Rachel King, News Writer

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“I literally gasped when I first came across these heeled smoking loafers during my fall market research. The camel suede upper aligns perfectly with an autumnal color palette, while the shearling trim and lining ups the cozy factor and adds texture to an outfit. I have no doubt these with jeans, a midi skirt, pants—anything really—will look amazing.” —Sophie Dweck, Shopping Editor

“In my opinion, there’s no such thing as owning too many ballet flats. I currently have my eyes on these chocolate suede glove flats from A. Soliani. The rich hue is versatile, the silhouette is sleek and slimming, and they’re comfy to boot (as an owner of A. Soliani flats, I speak from experience.” —Sophie Dweck, Shopping Editor

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“The heel of my beloved black ankle boots gave way at the end of last winter, so I’ve been on the hunt for a new pair since then. Enter these Loeffler Randall booties: The heel is the perfect height (easy for bopping around the city in, as I usually am doing), and I quite love its Western-inspired shape. And if the leather is anything as T&C’s longtime favorite riding boot, I can rest assured knowing I am getting well-made boots that’ll last for seasons to come.” —Sophie Dweck, Shopping Editor

“If you were to ask me about a daily driver shoe for fall and winter, my answer would invariably mention Neil J. Rodger’s Zoe platform boot. I wore mine on a near daily clip–while traveling, running errands, to work, and out at night—for practically six months straight because they are so comfortable. You get lift, without feeling clunky. They’re sleek and the leather is luxe. This year for daily wear, it would still be the Zoe that I recommend. But now in more color ways and sumptuous calf hair.” —Roxanne Adamiyatt, Digital Style Director

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“The tricky thing about Herbert Levine anything is my ability to edit goes out the window when I see a parade of things I really like. But if I were to suggest a classic that will remain wearable years and many seasons later, it would be these elegant knee high boots. They are ... simply perfect.”—Roxanne Adamiyatt, Digital Style Director

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