Hyperbole or not, to work or live in Manhattan, you’ve got to get comfortable with walking. There have been days in the city where I’ve logged well over 5 miles on foot—usually lost in a song, strutting down 5th Ave like it’s my own personal runway. It’s a known fact that New Yorkers walk fast, so to keep up with this city’s stride, it’s essential that whatever is supporting your soles must provide comfort as well as style—so, coming to you as a shopping editor, an NYC commuter, and a previous Manhattan resident, here is my City Girl’s guide to fall shoes in 2025.
I’ve called on the latest Gen Z fall 2025 shoe trends—like the sporty sneaker, slouchy boot, and casual pump—plus two Parisian fall favorites, the slim loafer and the suede ballet flat. The classic Birkenstock Boston Clogs make an appearance, alongside the cult-favorite Frye
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