We don't know about you, but we're already planning our fall shoe wardrobe. While we won't know for sure which specific shoes or brands will be trending this upcoming cozy season, we can make some pretty educated guesses. Trends are cyclical, after all. Plus, brands are already releasing their fall 2026 collections. 

DSW is no exception. We went to the shoe retailer's fall 2026 press preview event, and learned some major key points about what will likely be trending very soon. We're talking everything from the classic knee-high boots we see every year to the loafers and animal print that's trending even now, in the summer. 

"Shoppers can expect the fall collections to be full of warmth, nostalgia and easy polish. Animal prints are the new neutral. Loafers are very big, as they are endlessly wearable and dress up any outfit effortlessly; they're the comfortable heel alternative," a DSW spokesperson told E! during the Fall 2026 Press Preview Event. 

Ready to add to your autumnal wardrobe early? Keep scrolling to shop the best shoe trends we'll be seeing next season from DSW. 

This ankle boot will totally be trending this coming fall, with its brown patchwork-style, color-block design, square toe, and gold details. 

Yeehaw! These classic cowboy boots with embroidered stitching deliver Western style with a rustic flair.

Aerosoles is known for its comfortable (but stylish) shoes, and these tall boots are no exception with their heel rest technology, side zipper, square toe, and light brown suede colorway.

These Steve Madden ankle boots feature a square toe and a flat block heel in a burgundy shade that perfectly lets you go from days in the office to date nights.

A classic loafer with added height and a strong lug sole? Yes, please! These Steve Madden loafers feature a moc toe, light brown suede colorway, and gold-toned details.

The perfect blend of practical and chic, these Vince Camuto loafers have a unique adjustable slingback strap and a stacked block heel in a gorgeous brown suede colorway.

These loafers give a playful touch to your office outfit with their sheer polka-dotted mesh, round moc toe, and a block heel. 

Keep it classy and cool with these Naturalizer loafers, which feature a lug sole, a distinctive chainlink design, and a block heel silhouette. 

These glossy, tortoise-shell pumps have everything we want in a shoe for fall, with their pointed toe, slingback strap, kitten heel, and a comfortable padded underfoot. 

These leopard sandals are perfect for any fall (or late summer) outfit, with their sleek upper, chunky heel, cushioned footbed, and adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure.

Modern and cute, these Mary-Jane-style flats have a leopard print, square toe, a small block heel, foam footbed, and adjustable straps.

These vintage-looking, slingback pumps will give a sexy touch to any outfit with their scalloped black, a subtle block heel, and pointed toe in a leopard print colorway. 

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