The stiletto is not coming back in 2027. The shoes that matter are lower and easier: the slingback, the kitten heel, the ballerina and the loafer, in suede, satin and patent, with burgundy and navy replacing black. We went to the shoemakers first, Manolo Blahnik, Gianvito Rossi, Roger Vivier and Ferragamo, and then to the houses. These are the 30 pairs we would buy.
The Shopping List is an independent editorial selection, for reference only. Ayerhs Magazine does not sell these products and does not earn a commission from any link on this page. Every link goes to the brand’s official website. Prices are in US dollars as listed on the brands’ US sites on 14 November 2026; they vary by country and can change. Product images belong to the respective brands.
Pumps and slingbacks
The slingback is the shoe of the moment, and a mid heel is the height to buy. A pair of these does the office, dinner and a wedding.
Gianvito Rossi Gianvito 105
The house’s signature pump, in thirteen colours. The benchmark for the shape.
$850 · View at GianvitoRossi.com
Ferragamo Lelia 40 pump
A 40 mm heel: the height you can wear from morning to midnight.
$950 · View at Ferragamo.com
Gianvito Rossi Sofia d’Orsay
Cut away at the side, which makes any pump look lighter.
$995 · View at GianvitoRossi.com
Gianvito Rossi Margot slingback
A black patent slingback. If you buy one shoe this year, this is the type.
$995 · View at GianvitoRossi.com
Manolo Blahnik Maysli buckle slingback pumps
Light blue suede with the Manolo buckle. A flash of colour under a dark coat.
$1,045 · View at ManoloBlahnik.com
Versace Camille patent slingbacks 85 mm
New in, in burgundy patent, the colour replacing black.
$1,050 · View at Versace.com
Roger Vivier Belle Vivier slingback pumps in suede
The square buckle Catherine Deneuve made famous, in navy suede.
$1,075 · View at RogerVivier.com
Ferragamo Quilted Vara pump
The Vara bow pump, quilted for this season.
$1,090 · View at Ferragamo.com
Ferragamo Vara bow pump with piping
The bow pump that has been right since 1978.
$1,150 · View at Ferragamo.com
Gianvito Rossi Jungle Mamba sling
A brown slingback with more attitude than the usual.
$1,175 · View at GianvitoRossi.com
Valentino Garavani Rockstud suede pumps 100mm
A new arrival in the Rockstud line, which is having a second life.
$1,190 · View at Valentino.com
Manolo Blahnik Rayeje satin jewel pumps
Navy satin with a jewel at the toe. Evening shoes you can wear with jeans.
$1,245 · View at ManoloBlahnik.com
Prada Patent leather slingback pumps
The pointed Prada slingback, in mirror-shine black.
$1,290 · View at Prada.com
Hermès Nicoletta 70 pump
A 70 mm Hermès pump. Quietly made, and unmistakable up close.
$1,500 · View at Hermes.com
Hermès Kiara 60 pump
Lower still, at 60 mm. The investment pair.
$2,000 · View at Hermes.com
Ballerinas and flats
The ballerina has gone from trend to staple. Satin, bows and Mary Jane straps are the details for 2027.
Roger Vivier U Look ballerinas in suede
New collection, in orange suede. The least expensive Vivier here.
$825 · View at RogerVivier.com
Roger Vivier Viv’ in The City ballerinas
Black leather with the buckle. The flat that goes with everything.
$995 · View at RogerVivier.com
Manolo Blahnik Milu nappa flat pumps
A pointed flat in black nappa: as sharp as a heel, without one.
$1,065 · View at ManoloBlahnik.com
Manolo Blahnik Nanla Mary Jane flat pumps
The Mary Jane strap is the detail of the year. Black suede keeps it adult.
$1,285 · View at ManoloBlahnik.com
Roger Vivier Choc Bow ballerinas in satin
New collection. Yellow satin with a bow, for when you want to be noticed.
$1,295 · View at RogerVivier.com
Loafers and mules
The kitten-heel mule is the easiest evening shoe there is. The chunky loafer is still the best partner for a wide trouser.
Manolo Blahnik Maysale kitten heel mules
The Maysale is a modern classic. In burgundy suede it is exactly right.
$950 · View at ManoloBlahnik.com
Roger Vivier Loafers in suede
A soft black suede loafer with the buckle.
$1,225 · View at RogerVivier.com
Manolo Blahnik Mayjousan crystal buckle mules
Dark red satin with the crystal buckle. The famous one, without the back.
$1,495 · View at ManoloBlahnik.com
Hermès Only mule
A Hermès mule to slip on with everything from denim to a dress.
$1,650 · View at Hermes.com
Roger Vivier Viv’ Rangers loafers in leather
New collection. A chunky loafer for wide trousers and thick socks.
$1,695 · View at RogerVivier.com
For men
The loafer is the men’s shoe of the decade. Buy it in black or dark brown and wear it with everything.
Ferragamo Penny loafer
A clean penny loafer in six colours.
$850 · View at Ferragamo.com
Ferragamo Gancini ornament moccasin
The Gancini buckle is Ferragamo’s signature.
$950 · View at Ferragamo.com
Versace Primo leather loafers
A slim black loafer, dressy without laces.
$1,125 · View at Versace.com
Prada Brushed leather loafers
The loafer half the fashion industry wears.
$1,320 · View at Prada.com
Tom Ford Leather Claydon monk strap
For the man who wants something other than a loafer.
$1,990 · View at TomFord.com
How we choose: every piece on The Shopping List is picked by Ayerhs editors on design, craft and how much use it is likely to get. No brand pays to be included, and prices were checked on the date above.
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