Fall shoe edit: ankle boots, pumps, mules and strappy heels (with video)

The shoes that carry a wardrobe from late summer into fall, shown on foot, with notes on what to wear them with.

Part 2: the fall edition

Pointed ankle boots, a deep burgundy pump and barely-there strappy sandals. This is the set that works from early fall through the holidays.

• Black stiletto ankle boots: the most useful fall heel. Wear them with skinny jeans, a leather mini or a slip dress and a jacket.
• Burgundy pointed pumps: a rich color that reads like a neutral. Great with black, camel and denim.
• Minimal strappy sandals: keep them for dinners and events, and pair them with a fresh pedicure.

Part 3: mule season

Mules slip on and off and look polished without trying, which is why they keep coming back every fall.

• Black block-heel mules: the comfortable option. A chunky heel is easier to walk in all day.
• Nude peep-toe pumps: a classic for work and weddings. Choose a nude close to your skin tone to lengthen the leg.
• Blush slingbacks: soft and pretty with knits and midi skirts.

Outfit idea: strappy heels with a mini dress

• A fitted knit mini and clear or metallic strappy heels is an easy warm-evening outfit.
• Thin straps keep the look light, so skip heavy jewelry.

Outfit idea: nude heels with a white dress

• White and nude together look clean and expensive. Keep the bag and jewelry gold or neutral.
• More ideas in 5 ways to style nude heels.

Looking for similar pairs? I keep boot, pump and sandal picks on my shop page.

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