close up of someone's brown, square-toed, mary jane heels
It's time to break out the leather loafers.
  • Business Insider spoke to stylists and designers about what shoe trends are in and out this season.
  • Shoes and boots with hardware, like buckles and studs, are rising in popularity.
  • On the other hand, retro running shoes are being replaced with more utilitarian footwear.

There are a lot of mixed opinions on what the next big fall shoe will be. On TikTok, some creators are arguing slip-on loafers are so back, but others are firmly team Frye boot.