1. Wedges
   Pumps
2. Stilettos
   Platform heels

Named after a type of Italian dagger, stilettos are a type of shoe with an extremely thin high heel. Typically at least 3 inches high, stilettos are difficult to walk in but are considered to be very chic.

1. Ballet flats
   Espadrilles
2. D'Orsay flats
   Flats

Inspired by the pointe shoes worn by ballerinas, ballet flats are thin-soled leather flats. While not suitable for dancing, this type of shoe is often worn by women on formal occasions.

1. Oxfords
   Brogues
2. Loafers
   Creepers

A brogue is a low-heeled shoe, typically made of leather and featuring "broguing," or decorative holes. Originating in Ireland and Scotland, this shoe used to be used for outdoor activities but is now considered appropriate for wearing with businesswear, such as suits.

1. Flatforms
   T-strap sandals
2. Huaraches
   Flip-flops

These casual sandals come from ancient Egypt, but became common in Western culture in the 1960s, when they were known as "shower shoes." Worn today by people all over the world, they're not suitable for athletic activities but are considered comfortable loungewear.

1. Plimsolls
   Saddle shoes
2. Tennis shoes
   Trainers

Tennis shoes were first invented for playing tennis; hence their name! Today, a "tennis shoe" is a synonym for any sneaker with a rubber sole. This sort of sole has superior gripping power, making it preferred for athletic activities.

1. Saddle shoes
   Cowboy boots
2. Uggs
   Booties

Emerging as a wardrobe staple in the 2010s, booties are simply ankle boots that usually feature a heel. They can be worn with everything from dresses to jeans, making them a versatile footwear choice.

1. Clogs
   Earth shoes
2. Uggs
   Mules

Clogs are shoes that include a wood component. While they're associated with the Dutch, clogs have emerged in many cultures, from Japan to Sweden. They're traditionally worn while doing agricultural labor or dancing.

1. Saddle shoes
   Cowboy boots
2. Army boots
   Chelsea boots

Heeled boots originally worn by cowboys, cowboy boots may be made from leather, alligator skin, snakeskin or even lizard skin. Their unique design stems from riding safety needs, as the smooth sole allows feet to easily slide in or out of the stirrups while the tall heel prevents riders from getting caught in the stirrups.

1. Huaraches
   Jellies
2. Flip-flops
   Espadrilles

An inexpensive '80s footwear option, jellies are transparent shoes made of PVC plastic. Usually made in a sandal or ballet flat style, jellies often include whimsical design elements, such as embedded glitter.

1. Loafers
   Oxfords
2. Saddle shoes
   Monk strap loafers

Typically made from leather, Oxford shoes are a menswear favorite. A formal shoe, the Oxford is differentiated by other brogues due to its closed lacing. Fashion critics consider this shoe to be very elegant.

1. "Naked" sandals
   Sling-backs
2. Stilettos
   Platform heels

Most often worn by performers, platform heels are extremely high heels. Their name comes from the fact that they have very high soles, or "platforms," which may raise their wearer's height by as much as 8 inches.

1. Sling-backs
   Espadrilles
2. Huaraches
   Wedges

Hailing from Spain and the Occitania region of France, espadrilles are light shoes with fabric tops and esparto rope soles, which may be flat or high-heeled. Created as peasant footwear in the 14th century, the espadrille is now fashionable resort wear.

1. Brogues
   Oxfords
2. Creepers
   Loafers

The favored footwear of both Teddy Boys and '70s punks, creepers first came into style in the 1940s. Designed primarily as men's loungewear, creepers have thick crepe soles that make them unsuitable for work situations but fitting for times when one wants to tread lightly (hence their name.)

1. Canvas shoes
   Flatforms
2. Huaraches
   Pumps

Worn by punks and preps alike, canvas shoes have proven to have sartorial range. They're perfect for busy days of running errands. And some people are even wearing them with prom and wedding attire. Two of the most iconic styles of canvas shoes are Converse and Keds.

1. Jellies
   Sports sandals
2. Huaraches
   Flatforms

Intended for use during outdoor activities (especially water sports), sports sandals are generally durable and waterproof. Sometimes decried as unfashionable, sports sandals are nonetheless becoming more popular every year due to their comfort and usefulness.

1. Creepers
   Plimsolls
2. Sneakers
   Moccasins

Invented by the Powhatans, moccasins are leather slip-on shoes with soft, flexible soles. While these soles make them comfortable for indoor use, moccasins are usually worn out-of-doors. Some pairs feature decorative beading or soft lining.

1. Army boots
   Chelsea boots
2. Steel-toe boots
   Cowboy boots

Often worn by construction workers, steel-toed boots protect you from broken toes via their steel-reinforced toes. Often mandated in industrial settings, steel-toed boots also insulate feet from electric shocks, nails and other hazards.

1. High-top sneakers
   Trainers
2. Saddle shoes
   Plimsolls

Made popular by basketball players, high-top sneakers are athletic shoes that cover the ankle. This design allows for more ankle stability than other sneakers, making them more comfortable for those who want extra ankle support. Iconic high-top sneaker designs include Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars and P.F. Flyers.

1. Steel-toe boots
   Snow boots
2. Wellington boots
   Uggs

When you have to wade through several snowdrifts just to get to your car, you need snow boots! Tall, rubber-soled and waterproof, snow boots are intended to keep your feet dry even in intense winter weather.

1. Huaraches
   Sling-backs
2. Gladiator sandals
   Fisherman sandals

As you've probably already guessed, these sturdy, traditionally waterproof sandals were invented for wearing in the water. Their high-coverage design offers more protection to the foot than other types of sandals, while their ventilation holes keep water from collecting inside them.

1. Kitten heels
   Wedges
2. Stilettos
   Pumps

A kitten heel has nothing to do with cats; it's merely a clever term for a low-heeled shoe! Considered modest and ladylike, kitten heels are easier to walk in than stilettos and make a less intense fashion statement than higher heels.

1. Uggs
   Chukkas
2. Army boots
   Cowboy boots

Army boots, or combat boots, were created by the U.S. military to facilitate soldier safety. Their high height keeps ankles stable and protects the lower leg in dangerous environments, while their soles provide extra traction. They're usually made of leather but may incorporate special materials that enhance their suitability for extreme weather conditions.

1. Saddle shoes
   Plimsolls
2. Trainers
   Sneakers

Forever associated with '50s school kids, saddle shoes are low-heeled leather Oxfords which have a dark section in their middle (referred to as the "saddle"). The body of a saddle shoe is usually white, while the saddle is blue or black.

1. Booties
   Snow boots
2. Over-the-knee boots
   Army boots

Currently associated with incredibly daring women, over-the-knee boots were actually first worn by men. Favored in the 15th century for activities such as horseback riding, over-the-knee boots give their wearers a dashing silhouette while also protecting the legs.

1. Ballerina flats
   Espadrilles
2. Sport sandals
   Toe shoes

For ballet dancers to perform "en pointe," or on the tips of their toes, pointe shoes are needed. These slippers provide extra padding at the toes for dancers' comfort while increasing their stability by lacing up the leg.

1. Brogues
   Creepers
2. Oxfords
   Loafers

In essence, loafers are "dressy" slip-on shoes. Usually made from leather, they're most often worn by men, although some fashion designers, such as Kate Spade, have created bespoke loafer designs for women.

1. Brogues
   Cleats
2. Creepers
   Golf shoes

Because golfers play on the grass, sometimes in wet conditions, they prefer shoes with excellent traction. Golf shoes provide that traction, via the tiny spikes on their soles. Generally, the top of golf shoes resembles a leather brogue, while the bottom is more like a soccer cleat.

1. Army boots
   Wellington boots
2. Jellies
   Fluevogs

First worn by Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington, Wellington boots were originally made of waterproof leather for upper-class people engaged in outdoor activities. Now made from rubber, Wellington boots are used by all sorts of people whenever they're faced with rainy or muddy conditions.

1. Desert boots
   Sneakers
2. Chelsea boots
   Booties

Based off a design spotted at a Cairo bazaar by British Army officer Nathan Clark, desert boots have been worn by the British since the 1940s, when Clark first showcased them at the Chicago Shoe Fair. In the 2010s, the desert boot surged as a popular shoe choice worldwide for millennial men.

1. Platforms
   Slip-on sneakers
2. Trainers
   Plimsolls

Slip-on sneakers offer the functionality of athletic sneakers without the hassle of laces. Slip-on sneaker brands such as Vans first became popular in the 1960s, especially in warm states like California.

1. Block
   Wedges
2. Peep-toes
   Pumps

A high heel that offers more support than stilettos or pumps, wedges have a full but angled sole, usually made of rubber. A '70s staple, wedges have never entirely gone out of fashion, perhaps because they're incredibly comfortable.

1. Chukkas
   Wellington boots
2. Uggs
   Snow boots

Lined with fleece inside and covered in suede outside, Uggs are a hyper-comfortable type of boot that hails from Australia. First worn by surfers, who needed something warm to thrust their feet into after riding the waves, Uggs are sometimes considered ugly. However, they continue to sell and have even been worn by models like Gigi Hadid.

1. Mules
   Wedges
2. Espadrilles
   Slides

Backless shoes which may be open- or close-toed, mules were originally worn in the boudoir only, as they are not practical footwear for vigorous activity. Popularized by starlets like Marilyn Monroe and Jane Russell, they're worn by stars like Beyoncé, Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner today.

1. Plimsolls
   Slip-on sneakers
2. Trainers
   Runners

While some see the term "trainers" as merely being British slang for sneakers, in this case, the word "trainers" has a specific meaning. It refers to athletic sneakers which are worn for strenuous physical activities, such as running or aerobics.

1. Wedges
   Slides
2. Mules
   Flatforms

An open-toed mule, slides are so-called because they're very easy to insert the foot in and out of. Usually flat rather than high-heeled slides generally consist of at least one wide strap, which connects to the sole horizontally.

1. Loafers
   Desert boots
2. Chukkas
   Chelsea boots

An important part of the mod look in the '60s, Chelsea boots are a type of tight, high ankle boot for men. A cloth tab on their back rim allows them to be pulled on or off. This style made a comeback in the 2010s when both men and women began wearing them.

1. Pumps
   Peep-toes
2. Sling-backs
   Stilettos

Associated with Old Hollywood glamour, peep-toes are pumps that have an open toe box. Popular in the 1940s, they had a moment again in the 2000s, when celebrities like Tina Fey, Sarah Palin and Lindsay Lohan often wore them.

1. Pumps
   Mary Janes
2. Flatforms
   Espadrilles

Available in both heeled and flat-soled forms, Mary Janes are (traditionally) black patent leather shoes with a low vamp and a strap across their middle. Invented for children, some shoe designers offer adult versions of Mary Janes that come in an array of colors.

1. Teva
   Steve Madden
2. Birkenstock
   Nine West

Birkenstock sandals became the unofficial shoes of hippies everywhere in the 1960s and 1970s. They've proven to have staying power and are still worn by many. The double-strap slide style is so popular that it's inspired many a knockoff.

1. Stilettos
   Wedges
2. Peep-toes
   Pumps

Leather shoes with a low vamp and a high heel, pumps are a more formal, businesslike choice of a heel than the stiletto or the wedge. Close-toed and lower than platforms, pumps were actually worn by men and women alike in the 17th and 18th centuries.