Many footwear silhouettes can fall under the category of “ugly” shoes, a trend that, despite its name, has become associated with some of the most popular celebrities and fashion influencers. Birthed from a widespread embrace of more comfortable silhouettes over the past few years, the trend is found in both high and low-end labels, including Crocs, Ugg, Balenciaga, Birkenstock, Maison Margiela, Subu, Lusso Cloud, Clarks, Dr. Martens and Adidas. Despite the trend’s name, the shoes aren’t “ugly,” given that that’s up for interpretation. The shoes are instead abrasive and statement-making, standing out from the norm.
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Suede slip-on slides made with an ultra-comfy footbed.
Birkenstock Boston soft footbed slip-on in “Taupe.”;$158.00; birkenstock.com
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Platform high-top canvas sneakers with thick zig-zag soles.
Converse Run Star Motion CX Platform sneakers;$120.00; converse.com
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Black leather pumps with silver embellishments
Image Credit: Givenchy Givenchy Leather Chain-Link Accents pumps;$875.00; therealreal.com
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Platform black leather boots with open thong toes.
Image Credit: Jil Sanders Leather Thong platform boots Jil Sanders Leather Thong platform boots;$1,600; bergdorfgoodman.com
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Rubber ankle-length rain boots in a bright yellow hue.
Image Credit: Bottega Veneta Bottega Veneta The Puddle boots;$820; bergdorfgoodman.com
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Slip-on plush slippers with non-slip tread and printed uppers.
Image Credit: Subu Subu x Sandy Liang Slippers;$98; sandyliang.com
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Black strappy sandals fitted with balloon motifs and stiletto heels.
Loewe Women’s Black 3d Balloon leather sandals;$1,199.33; lyst.com
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Gray sneakers with moulded uppers.
Image Credit: Adidas Adidas Adifom Q sneakers;$50; snipesusa.com
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Wedge sneakers with olive green suede textural uppers and velcro closures.
Image Credit: Isabel Marant Isabel Marant Bekett sneaker wedges in “Taupe”;$680; revolve.com
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Plush outdoors sneaker with airy ventilation cut-outs.
Image Credit: Hoka Hoka Hopara sneakers in “Trellis/Mercury”;$134.95; zappos.com
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Slingback clogs with wooden sloes and leather uppers.
Image Credit: J. Crew J. Crew Convertible leather clogs in “Rich Oak.”;$129.99; jcrew.com
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Strappy outdoor and indoor sandals with customizable straps.
Image Credit: Teva Teva Original Universal sandals in “Gecko Neutral”;$15.83; teva.com
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Black rubber slip-on sandals with embossing on the straps.
Image Credit: Gucci Gucci Women’s Rubber Slide sandal;$450; gucci.com
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Platform jelly sandals with see-through straps.
Image Credit: Melissa Melissa Possession platform in “Lilac.”;$109.00; shopmelissa.com
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Chunky and comfortable lifestyle “dad” sneakers.
Image Credit: New Balance New Balance 9060 sneakers;$149.99; newbalance.com
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On-trend metallic ballet flats fitted with dainty bows.
Image Credit: Gap Gap silver leather ballet flats;$34.00; Gap.com
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Black leather ankle-length Tabi boots.
Image Credit: Maison Margiela MM6 Maison Margiela Black Anatomic Boots;$590; ssense.com
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Fuzz-lined clogs for comfort indoors or taking on the elements outside.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Crocs. Crocs Blitzmen II; $49.99; Crocs.com
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Premium leather boots with pink elastic and a shock absorption heel.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Blundstone. Blundstone Original 500 Series Chelsea; $119; Blundstone.com
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Handmade in the U.S.A, Gurkee’s vegan-friendly soft sandals include a contour shape that hugs the feet.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters. Gurkee’s; $49; Gurkees.com
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The duo ultra slides feature pebbled leather double straps.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Urban Outfitters. Nike Benassi; $40; Urbanoutfitters.com
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Cowgirl boots featuring a pointed-toe style and underslung heel.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Shepler's. Shepler’s Durango; $119; sheplers.com
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Lightweight suede boots lined in natural wool, featuring sleek sheepskin chevron stripe panels.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Ugg. Ugg Tania; $175; Ugg.com
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Made in Portugal, the buckled shoes feature embossed patent leathers and a silver studded strap.
Image Credit: Courtesy of John Fluevog. John Fluevog Magnum; $279; Fluevog
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These versatile clogs offer all-day comfort and striking style.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Zappos. Dansko Professional clogs; $119.95; Zappos.com
