Fluffy Shoes Are The Ridiculous Trend That Has Us In A Chokehold
From faux fur ballet flats to shearling-lined loafers, if you’re looking for a playful trend to dip your toe into this spring, it’s all about fluffy shoes. Delightfully ridiculous and deeply impractical, the micro-trend offers a pure dopamine hit for your wardrobe. Scroll on to shop the tactile pairs we’re currently obsessing over.
Why do the least practical trends always have us in a chokehold? Case in point: the flurry of shearling-lined, faux fur-adorned, and teddy bear-style shoes spotted on the runways of Prada, Miu Miu, and Simone Rocha (to name just a few). It’s the sartorial equivalent of staying up late on a school night – fun, but wildly misjudged.
If you’re tempted by the fuzz and are happy to bypass any forecast with the chance of rain, there are plenty to choose from. Think of them as a warm hug for your feet, that adds a playful softness to any look.
If you’re tempted by the fuzz and are happy to bypass any forecast with the chance of rain, there are plenty to choose from.
We love a pair of lined loafers juxtaposed with minimalist tailoring, or a pair of whimsical animal print ballet flats poking out beneath baggy denim (H&M has a stellar selection). And if you’re simply looking for peak comfort, go to the OGs of the trend – Ugg, Mou, Innuikii for spring-worthy takes on their classic shearling silhouettes.
From faux fur ballet flats to shearling-lined loafers, if you’re looking for a playful trend to dip your toe into this spring, it’s all about fluffy shoes. Delightfully ridiculous and deeply impractical, the micro-trend offers a pure dopamine hit for your wardrobe.
Astrid, Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Editor
Zara’s cosy moccasins essentially make it okay to wear your slippers to work.
While shearling and faux fur usually conjure up images of blustery winters and snow-capped mountains, these lighter takes are actually ideal for spring. Cosy without the wintery layers.
Case in point: the flurry of shearling-lined, faux fur-adorned, and teddy bear-style shoes spotted on the runways of Prada, Miu Miu, and Simone Rocha (to name just a few). It’s the sartorial equivalent of staying up late on a school night – fun, but wildly misjudged.
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