Sorry, Loafers—Fashion People Are Wearing Jeans and Leggings With This "Almost" Flat Shoe

The further we move into winter, the lower my tolerance for discomfort drops. As such, from October until March, you’re most likely to find me in jeans, leggings, or soft, loose trousers and comfortable shoes.

As content as I am in this enduring state of coziness, sometimes I concede that it’s nice to feel a little more put-together across the week or on special occasions. As such, I’ve been on the lookout for a sleek, almost flat shoe to revive my winter outfits without sacrificing the comfort I’m working to maintain.

Rising above the rest is the sleek pointed-toe, very nearly-flat shoe trend I’ve seen on so many fashion people recently. Used to elevate their baggy jeans or comfortable leggings, this is exactly the kind of shoe I’m happy to put my money behind this season. Getting its sophisticated energy from its chic pointed-toe design, the simple trend employs a timeless silhouette void of excess frills or embellishments, making it a classic buy you can reach for season after season. Most commonly accompanied by a very low block heel, this shoe has the slight elevation needed to take the pressure off the heel of the foot.

I already spotted these shoes on Rochelle Humes (who is always a good temperate check on the new trends set to ripple out across the season). I suspect it won’t be long until we see these shoes out en masse. An alternative that’s proving just as sought after as loafers, they do, however, feel distinctly different, so there’s most likely a place in your footwear rotation for both. I’m nothing if not diplomatic.