Sleek glove shoes, resembling second-skin footwear, have gained prominence on Spring 2026 runways, as noted by Vogue editors. Designers including Chanel, Celine, and Toteme showcased variations like pumps and flats. Celebrities such as Zoë Kravitz and Kendall Jenner have been spotted wearing them.
Glove shoes feature streamlined silhouettes molded closely to the foot, earning their name for a glove-like fit. Vogue describes them as effortless, refined, and versatile, suitable for various outfits from trousers to skirts and denim. They serve as transitional shoes for changing weather and work from day to night. The trend appeared strongly on Spring 2026 runways. Chanel presented glove pumps in Matthieu Blazy’s debut collection. Celine offered sleek lace-up flats, while Sportmax displayed streamlined kitten heels. Wales Bonner showed a supple glove flat, and Toteme featured leather pumps and flats. Other brands reinforcing the style include Alaïa, Balenciaga, Calvin Klein, and Stella McCartney. Celebrities including Zoë Kravitz, Jennifer Lawrence, Kendall Jenner, and Katie Holmes have embraced glove shoes in street style. Vogue curates shopping options across categories. Pumps include models from Chanel, Khaite Cecilia pumps, Madewell Emilie glove pumps, Mansur Gavriel Kiki heels, Everlane almond-toe pumps, and Toteme contour pumps. Flats feature Chloé Susanna flats, Alaïa metallic leather ballet flats, The Row Stella slippers, and Wales Bonner Julien slippers. Lace-ups encompass Celine Lise Triomphe Richelieu shoes and Proenza Schouler glove lace-up flats. These shoes appeal to minimalists for their simple elegance.