People-watching at the airport is one of my favorite things to do, especially during the festive season when travelers get creative with their attire to create a comfortable experience. But a lot of the clothing you see are coats, so let’s talk about the clothing part you see will What you’re most likely to see: Shoes.
Wearing the wrong shoes to the airport can ruin your trip, but luckily there are several popular winter footwear styles you won’t regret wearing while flying. While we’ve encountered some not-so-comfortable shoe trends this year (remember the depths of the pandemic when we actually thought heels were over?), there are several popular styles that sit on the other end of the comfort spectrum. I’ve gathered them here just in case you have a flight in the future.
If you want to join the club, keep scrolling to shop the trends you’re sure to see on your doorstep this winter.
1. Motorcycle boots:
This rugged boot trend is going to be huge this winter. (It already is.) I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to try to fit motorcycle boots into my luggage, so they default to my airport shoes.
Shop for motorcycle boots:
Yangjie Zhou
Biker II leather boots
religious reform
Francesca motorcycle boots
market
Leather motorcycle boots
paris texas
Roxy studded leather ankle boots
Valentino Garavani
Rockstud 40 leather knee-high boots
2. Mary Jane Shoes:
mary jane shoes are this Flat shoes are a big trend this year, so you can expect to see them at the airport. If you’re going somewhere cold, be sure to pair them with socks.
Buy Mary Jane Shoes:
beryl world
Leather Mary Jane ballet flats
Aid
Uma patent leather Mary Jane ballet flats
Gabriella Hearst
Lola ballet leather Mary Jane pointed toe flats
mango
Buckled Round Toe Ballet Flats – Women | SHOPBOP Mango UK
3. Thick-soled snow boots:
It’s a given (because, Uggs), but specifically, the Uggs platform remains popular. I would say I see them in the airport more than any other shoe this time of year.
Buy thick-soled Uggs:
UGG
Classic super mini platform suede boots
UGG
Tazz embroidered shearling platform slides
UGG
Classic Mini Dipper Boots
UGG
Tasman alpine slippers
UGG
mini suede flat ankle boots
4. Penny loafers:
Penny loafers remain popular. Bonus points if you choose a festive metallic (or red!) pair.
Buy Penny Loafers:
Saint Laurent
Le Loafer glossy leather loafers
Versace
Embellished two-tone leather Penny loafers
market
Leather Penny Loafers
mango
100% Leather Loafers with Metal Detail – Women | Powered by LOFTER Mango UK
religious reform
Ani ruched loafers
5. Adidas Samba and Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 sneakers:
This year’s two It sneaker styles are without a doubt the Adidas Sambas and Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66s. This winter, all travelers in the know will be wearing theirs in the terminal.
Shop Samba and Mexico 66 Sneakers:
adidas Originals
Samba Og leather and suede sneakers
Adidas
Onitsuka Tiger MEXICO 66
adidas Originals
Samba Og mesh and suede sneakers
Adidas
Onitsuka Tiger MEXICO 66
adidas Originals
Samba suede-trimmed leather sneakers