Sorry, But These 6 Shoes Are Officially Over

Find out which outdated shoes are expiring in 2021 and which are the fresher versions replacing them.

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Ready for a fresh batch of shoe trends? As we sink our teeth into 2021, it's only natural that we sit down to discuss the upcoming styles that will dominate for the year ahead. Even though shoes tend to have a much longer shelf-life than typical clothing trends, they do also go through style cycles which is why we're about to highlight the freshest footwear of the moment and, consequently, which now feel outdated.

I think you'll agree with me when I say that shoes like pool slides are now safely a thing of the past while others like sock boots are nearing their end dates. Of course, these are simply my opinions based on what I've been noticing in the fashion world and you should always feel free to wear whatever you please. But if you're looking for some guidance for your next closet clean-out or are simply curious to see which styles are hitting their expiration dates, look no further than the below six outdated shoes for 2021 and which styles are replacing them. You'd even be wise to start shopping for your next restock now.

Phasing Out: Round Toes

Adopting: Square Toes

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Manu Atelier Duck 80mm Leather Ankle Boots ($585)
Alohas Twist Strap Mules in White ($149)

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Mango Kitten Heel Ankle Boots ( $150) $100
Rejina Pyo Tommi Flats 7mm ( $520) $260

Phasing Out: Skinny Stilettos

Adopting: Sculptural Heels

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Amina Muaddi Caroline Calf Hair Mules ($840)
The Attico Devon Satin Mules ($630)
LPA Augstine Heel in Tan ($168)
Schutz Raven Sandals ($118)

Phasing Out: Flat Mules

Adopting: Loafers

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Proenza Schouler Loafers ($795)
G.H. Bass & Co. Weejuns Penny Loafers ($110)
Intentionally Blank HK-2 Loafers ($188)

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Sam Edelman Lior Loafers ($130)

Phasing Out: Platform Sneakers

Adopting: '70s-Inspired Sneakers

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Nike Blazer Mid '77 High Top Sneakers ($100)
RE/DONE Basketball Sneakers ($395)
Adidas X Wales Bonner Sl72 Sneakers ($150)
Veja Rio Branco Sneakers ($140)

Phasing Out: Pool Slides

Adopting: Birkenstocks

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Ulla Johnson Nova Slide Sandals ($345)
Birkenstock Arizona Torty Big Buckle Sandals ($155)
Roam Velcro Slides ($155)
Who What Wear Axel Slingback Sandals ($95)

Phasing out: Sock Boots

Adopting: Lug-Sole Boots

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Ganni Rubber-Trimmed Leather Chelsea Boots ($485)
Vagabond Shoemakers Cosmo 2.0 Chelsea Boots ($195)
Loeffler Randall + Net Sustain Raquel Leather Chelsea Boots ($395)
H&M Platform Chelsea-Style Boots ($40)

Next up, see the six sandal trends I predict will define summer 2021

This story originally appeared on: WhoWhatWear - Author:Anna LaPlaca

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