Over the past few seasons, fashion girls have declared V-neck tops back en vogue, swaying naysayers (like myself) to take a chance. Now, the silhouette is making its way into the footwear world. But don’t be mistaken: V-cut shoes are by no means new. Ever the trendsetter, designer Phoebe Philo debuted the silhouette—a V-cut glove-style heel—on Celine‘s spring 2016 runway. Ten years later, the shoe is returning with gusto.
Lately, we have fashion industry vets like Matthieu Blazy, Pierpaolo Piccioli, and Stella McCartney to thank for reviving V-cut shoes. Chanel’s pre-fall 2026 show, held in a New York City subway station, showcased two-tone versions. Meanwhile, for Pierpaolo Piccioli’s spring 2026 debut collection for Balenciaga, the newly appointed creative director revealed a glossy black pair. Stella McCartney, too, designed cherry red V-cut mules for spring 2026.
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Celebrities are hopping aboard the V-cut shoe train as well. One such person is budding It girl and Love Story star Sarah Pidgeon, who hit the Loewe fall 2026 show at Paris Fashion Week in black, glove-style V-cut pumps. Kate Hudson went the same sartorial route, slipping into a fitted black pair while out and about in New York City last month. The influencer set is equally smitten: one quick scroll through social media shows fashion girls like Stephanie Broek and Sylvie Mus backing the footwear trend.
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If we’ve convinced you to take the look for a spin, shop 20 must-have V-cut shoes below.
Shop the Best V-Cut Shoes
Ease into the look with these under-$100 suede V-cut mules.
AEYDE
Clara Creamy Snake Pointed Toe Pump
Aeyde is championing the trend, and its snakeskin pointed-toe pumps are the epitome of chic.
Le Monde Béryl
Luna Slipper
Prefer flats? Le Monde Béryl’s black V-cut pair is well worth the splurge.
Madewell
The Emilie Glove Pump
These suede glove pumps are a natural fit for every work wardrobe.
BLACK SUEDE STUDIO
Lou 50 Slingback Pump
Keep these burgundy slingbacks on hand during the fall and winter months.
Anonymous Copenhagen
Phia 55 Pin Shiny Lamb Pomegranate
Not too tall and not too short, these pumps are ideal for an evening out.
Seychelles
Libertine Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pump
With an OrthoLite footbed, Seychelles’s kitten heels are just as practical as they are sleek.
Paris Texas
Nina Sabot Heels 105mm
Are these a splurge? Yes. But will they be the pièce de résistance of every look? Also yes.
A slip-on mule is perfect for those moments when you need to get out the door quickly.
STEVE MADDEN
Leni Denim Fabric
Double down on denim by pairing your jeans with these playful flats.
Now this is what we call a statement shoe.
Sézane
Bertille Ballerinas
Pair these flats with a mini dress or dress them down with a tee and jeans.
Alaïa
90mm Square-Toe Leather Pumps
Alaïa’s square-toe pumps are sure to spark conversation.
Favorite Daughter
Kenna Pointed Toe Pump
Favorite Daughter can do no wrong in the footwear department, and these V-neck heels are proof.
Dolce Vita
Alenna Slingback Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pump
Add personality to an otherwise simple outfit with these snake print heels.
CO
Pointed Ballerina Leather Flat in Ivory
Calling it now: Minimalists will be all over these white Co ballet flats.
Tap into the glove shoe trend with Vagabond’s black heels.
ALOHAS
Sway Blue Leather Ballet Flats
With a V-cut vamp and self-tie bows, Alohas’ ballet flat is a real showstopper.
Start prepping your summer footwear lineup with these woven flats.
LOULOU STUDIO
Barsi Leather Point-Toe Flats
It doesn’t get much more elevated than Loulou Studio’s pointed-toe flats.
