From kitten heels to sneakerinas, comfort-first shoes are taking over. Here’s why women are swapping stilettos for style that doesn’t hurt.

B allet pumps are anything but new, nor are they experiencing a "comeback." They've been in. But a new style has quietly entered the fashion scene in recent weeks that is newsworthy, especially now ...

Demi Lovato sharpened Coperni's soft-tech mood on Monday in Paris, arriving at the brand's spring 2026 show in Saint Laurent's black patent Apolline slingbacks - a glossy counterpoint to the label's ...

Meet the flat shoes for women with less height, more comfort and all the style points, including Mary Janes, ballet flats and mules ...

This September, Milan Fashion Week put shoes front and centre, unveiling bold silhouettes that redefined elegance and challenged every expectation. The Most-Wanted Shoes From Milan Fashion Week.

There are two types of people when September hits: the ones mourning their sun dresses and flip-flops, and the ones (like me) already mentally layering their favourite cardigans over shirts and ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. There’s a particular kind of betrayal that only footwear can ...

Where to Buy: New Balance A classic New Balance running shoe silhouette gets a bold, formal makeover with the release of the New Balance 1906L in a “Black Croc” patent leather colorway. This new take ...

When shopping for the best wedding shoes, all brides want shoes that are classic, yet comfortable, chic, yet durable. Is that asking too much? Apart from the wedding shoe style, there’s also the ...

An 1857 issue of Scientific American explained the two-part process of making patent leather in olden times. First, manufacturers concocted an oil with which to prepare the hides for the varnish. It ...