There is nothing like zeroing in on a hero closet piece that you can rely on time and again. One such piece for me is a chic black shoe style. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find any other color in my shoe collection, save for a stray leopard-print option or lighter-hued sneaker. I can’t help but be loyal when a great black shoe goes with just about every look and aids in making my outfits look more elevated and put-together.
This season’s black shoe offerings are especially chic, and there are five styles in particular that I am eyeing right now. Ranging from classic ballet flats and timeless slingback shoes to sleek boots and standout loafers, I rounded up a selection of favorites from each style category for you to peruse and shop below. Note, most are affordable picks that are not only stylish but comfortable as well. Good luck picking out just one style.
Black Ballet Flats
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Mary Jane flats are still popular this season.
Reformation
Hailey Ballet Flat
BCBGeneration
Marzi Ballet Flat
I want these in every color.
You can’t go wrong with classic flats.
Loeffler Randall
Landon Soft Ballet Flat
Mesh flats are a personal favorite.
ZARA
Studded Leather Ballet Flats
How cool is this studded pick?
Black Slingbacks
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Reiss
Jade Croc Embossed Kitten Heel Slingback Pump
Sam Edelman
Farrah Kitten Heel Pointed Toe Slingback Pump
These are a popular Nordstrom pick.
Linea Paolo
Celina Pointed Toe Slingback Flat
H&M
Pointed Slingback Pumps
Jon Josef
Rio Slingback Pointy Cap Toe Flat
Black Boots
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Jeffrey Campbell
Outwest Square Toe Boot
These add an instant cool factor.
MANGO
Leather Ankle Boots With Block Heel
Madewell
The Dimes Kitten Heel Boot
The thinner heel makes this pair a standout.
ZARA
Kitten Heel Knee High Boots
TOTEME
The Mid Heel Bootie
Toteme shoes are always high on my list.
Black Loafers
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The ruched toe design sold me.
Calvin Klein
Farrel Penny Loafer
Classic with a bit of shine.
Nordstrom
Kensington Loafer
ZARA
Faux Patent Leather Penny Loafers
Another patent-leather standout.
Open Edit
Collier Penny Loafer
Open Edit always has its finger on the pulse.
Black Sandals
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Steve Madden
Lynley Slingback Sandal
Speaking of The Row—these have the same minimalist sensibility.
Reformation
Jessie Thong Sandal
Flip-flops are going to be worn straight into fall.
Steve Madden
Jessa Kitten Heel Flip Flop
Nineties-inspired finds always grab my attention.
MANGO
Slingback Heeled Sandal With Bow
TOTEME
Kitten Heel Flip Flop
I told you Toteme shoes are a must.
ZARA
High Heeled Strap Sandals