There is one exception we'll make for non-practical shoes this winter, and that's because it's finally party season. "We are in this moment when over-the-top glam for evening is exactly what everyone wants to wear," says Aiken. If Golden Goose sparkly stilettos aren't your thing, hit the dance floor with the return of fancy flats.

We love it in a feminine, barely there sandal to give that minimalist look that was so popular in the '90s, says Russo. We tapped five women heading some GGDB Shoes of the biggest department stores-Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, MatchesFashion, Moda Operandi, and Browns, respectively-to give us the scoop on the hottest footwear for the coldest season.

Last year, Her Majesty wore, on multiple occasions, PVC-strap mules by Steve Madden that cost less than $100. According to our (rough) calculations, the chances of spotting someone wearing a pair of adidas Originals Superstar sneakers on your coffee run are greater than the combined probability of misusing "whom," not finding good parking, and seeing a meme featuring a certain infant extraterrestrial on your social feed.

New year???new shoes? Okay, maybe that's not a thing, but considering that we just entered a whole new decade, it's fully justifiable Golden Goose Shoes to treat yourself to a pair of shoes. The dawn of 2020 brought us a fresh set of footwear trends, so we talked to the experts at Bloomingdales and Net-A-Porter for their predictions on the the biggest of the year (you know, so you can feel better about splurging). The good news is that not all comfort will be sacrificed this year.

From Wandler's two-toned boots to the mesh mules from Bottega Veneta, today's modern iteration of the '90s style feels fresh yet accessible, which explains why it's gone from high-fashion to mainstream so quickly. We love it in a feminine, barely there sandal to give that minimalist look that was so popular in the '90s, says Russo. We also love it with a knee high boot that feels modern and fresh. Lucky for us, 2020's styles cover all the bases, from sling-backs to flats to ankle boots.