Clear Mules
AsosMules truly reigned supreme in the '90s, and thus clear mules were introduced to the world. Did we care that they provided zero comfort? Absolutely not.
Fur-Lined Boots
DSWIf you stepped into school with these bad boys on, you knew you were an It girl. Amazingly enough, forever It girl J.Lo's shoe brand is bringing them back.
Buckled Booties
AmazonSomething about buckled booties had our hearts racing with excitement. Stepping out in one of these just made you feel like you could conquer the world.
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Nude Pumps
BloomingdalesPutting these nude pumps on felt like such an adult power move. They were like the most appropriate shoes for literally any "upscale" event.
Scrunched Leather Boots
Steve MaddenAt the time, it felt like no other boots looked as good with jeans as did these. The slouchy fit gave an effortless look to your whole outfit.
Coach Loafers
CoachOwning a pair of coach loafers was like a status symbol in some circles. These were definitely the shoes you wore to your first interview, and for years on at your first job.
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Dr. Scholl's Classic Wood Sandals
Dr. Scholl'sListen, if Carrie Bradshaw wore it on SATC, then it was an immediate hit. These Dr. Scholl's sandals were no exception.
New Balance 624 Cross Trainers
AmazonNo shoe has made quite the return to mainstream fashion like the dad sneaker. And while there are many variations to the shoe now, let's pay respect to the original dad sneaker: New Balance 624's.
Faux-Diamond Strap Heels
Steve MaddenWhen that day finally came for you to shine in a special occasion, be it a Quinceañera, Bat Mitzvah, or any event that called for a dress, these bejeweled sandals were the shoes you slipped on.
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Rhinestone Studded Sandals
Steve MaddenWhat was it about rhinestones that had everyone reaching for their wallets in the '90s? I'm not super certain, but hey! They're back in style again, so here you go.
Gladiator Sandals
RevolveThe world seemingly revolved around these gladiator shoes. Whether you opted for knee-high ones or stuck tor ankle length styles, there wasn't a girl around school who didn't sport at least one pair like these.
Reebok Pump Shoes
ReebokYou were never as cool as you were when you were pumping air into your Reebok shoes. It just gave you that extra plush look that was all the rage back then.
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Tory Burch Sandals
Tory BurchThese Tory Burch sandals sure had a hold on us, right? You probably had them, or envied everyone who did. At least we can rejoice at the fact that they are still in production!
Plush Slides
hush puppiesThere was something so nonchalant about slipping into a pair of puffy slides and striding around like there wasn't a worry in the world. Now you can recreate that chill vibe in your choice of five different colors.
Plaid Chunky Heels
Steve MaddenThe year is 1995, and Clueless just decided that yellow plaid is the new It look. Naturally, you were going to have to wear the print in the chunkiest, highest heels you could find.
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Chunky Sneakers
CATThe chunkier the sneaker, the cooler you were. Yes, it may have felt like walking around with unnecessary weight on your feet, but what did that matter when your look absolutely slayed?
Ugg Boots
UggWho would've thought that Uggs could make a comeback they way they did. There was a time when it felt like literally everyone owned at least one pair of these fluffy boots.
Heelys
SketchersFirst, you saw these wheeled sneaks in endless infomercials and ads; then, you begged your parents for a few months, until they finally caved and got you a pair of Heelys. Iconic.
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Soft Knee-High Boots
DSWThese were the most stylish boots you could get your hands on in junior-high. My 15-year-old self felt extraordinarily sophisticated and adult in these.
Lace-Up Booties with Pouch
DSWWearing these shoes was an absolute power move. They still deliver a '90s cool-girl aesthetic, that, to be honest, will probably remain relevant for the decades to come.
Brooke Shunatona is a contributing writer for Cosmopolitan.com.
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