Canvas & Charms · Shoe Guide 2026
Are TOMS Back
in Style in 2026?
The honest answer, a comfort breakdown, real reviews, and the styles actually worth buying right now.
Yes.
TOMS are back — and this time they never really left. The brand's 20th anniversary and a lineup of heels, platforms, sneakers, and espadrilles that are genuinely on trend is changing the conversation.
TOMS has been through an interesting arc. The original canvas slip-ons defined a mid-2000s moment, then faded from the trend conversation — not because they were bad, but because fashion moved on and TOMS didn't move with it fast enough. In 2026, that's genuinely no longer the case. The brand is 20 years old this year and has quietly built a lineup that includes kitten heels, slingbacks, flatform espadrilles, sequin heels, and waterproof dress shoes that have nothing to do with the original canvas slip-on.
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✅ Why TOMS are worth it in 2026
- Genuinely comfortable — especially for long days
- The new styles are actually on trend (kitten heels, espadrilles, flatforms)
- TOMS turns 20 this year with a completely refreshed lineup
- One-third of net profits go to grassroots giving — your money does something
- Espadrilles, loafers, and platform sandals are all having their biggest year
- The wedges are some of the most comfortable heels wearers have ever owned
↗ Worth knowing before you buy
- Sizing runs narrow — go half a size up if you're between sizes
- Canvas classics have minimal arch support — opt for the cushioned styles
- Some styles stretch after 2–3 wears — don't panic if they feel snug at first
- Leather insoles need time to dry if they get wet
- The newer lines (heels, sneakers) outperform the original classics on comfort
Your TOMS Questions, Answered
Are TOMS shoes good?
Yes — especially for what they are. TOMS occupy a specific niche: comfortable, ethical, and genuinely stylish casual footwear at a mid-range price point. The newer collections (heels, wedges, espadrilles, sneakers) significantly outperform the original classics in terms of construction and comfort. Reviewers consistently note that TOMS heels and wedges are some of the most comfortable they've owned — the cushioning and heel height make them genuinely wearable for a full day. The canvas classics are more basic in construction, but for slip-ons in that price range they hold their own. The brand's giving model (one-third of net profits to grassroots giving) adds a value layer that most footwear brands can't match.
Are TOMS shoes comfortable?
Generally yes — with some important caveats by style. The wedges and heeled styles receive the most enthusiastic comfort reviews by a significant margin. Multiple reviewers describe them as "the most comfortable heels I've ever worn" and "the only heels I can wear all day." The classic canvas slip-ons are comfortable for casual short-to-medium wear but have limited arch support — not the pick for long walks or people with foot issues. The newer sneaker and dress shoe lines (Carlo, Navi TRVL LITE) are praised for their cushioned insoles and all-day wearability. The cushioned footbed in the newer styles is a genuine upgrade from the original flat insoles of the classics era.
Are TOMS back in style?
The original canvas slip-on? It's having a quiet nostalgic revival. The rest of the 2026 TOMS lineup? It never needed a comeback because it was never trying to be the classic. Espadrilles are enormous right now — Men's Fashion Magazine specifically called out TOMS's SS26 espadrilles, noting that TOMS is "marking its 20th anniversary with a fresh edit of slip-on silhouettes that balance laid-back comfort with elevated style." Kitten heels, slingbacks, flatform sandals, and loafers are all trending in 2025–2026, and TOMS has a strong lineup in every one of those categories. The brand's current moment isn't about nostalgia — it's about actually relevant product.
How do TOMS fit — what size should I order?
Size up half a size if you're between sizes or have a wider foot. TOMS run slightly narrow and some styles stretch with wear, which means they can feel snug on the first few wears before conforming to your foot. Multiple Zappos reviewers note that the canvas classics in particular stretch after 2–3 wears. For the heeled styles, most reviewers find true-to-size works well. When in doubt: half a size up.
"I had Tom's wedges for the longest time and I loved them so much. I wore them until they broke. They were the most comfortable wedges and looked cute too." — Thingtesting reviewer
"At the age of 70, I now have problems with wearing high heels but not Toms. Unbelievably comfortable and stylish. This is my 4th Toms purchase and I actually have a 5th on the way." — Walmart/TOMS Majorca reviewer
"TOMS' sneaker and boot lineup nails that balance — nothing too flashy, but not so plain that you blend into the background. These shoes are by far some of the best we have worn in 2025." — Duuude.co review
"I've worn Tom's daily for over ten years. I never have to worry about fit — all styles are consistent. And, of course, they are as comfortable as all the other styles that I have!" — Walmart reviewer, verified buyer
👠 Heels & Slingbacks
The styles getting the most attention right now — and the most comfortable heels TOMS makes
Most popular
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Sizing note for TOMS heels: Most reviewers find these true to size. If you're between sizes or have a wider foot, go half a size up. The heeled styles do not stretch significantly — they tend to be more accommodating from the first wear than the canvas classics.
✦ The Slingback of the Season
Slingback heel
Jaclyn Slingback Heel — Amber Brown Nubuck Leather
The TOMS Jaclyn in amber brown nubuck leather — a slingback heel with clean lines and the kind of warm, brown-tone that is everywhere in 2026 footwear. Nubuck gives it a matte, luxurious texture that reads significantly more expensive than the price point. The Jaclyn silhouette is TOMS' most versatile heel — it wears as a work shoe, a dinner shoe, and a casual-elevated shoe all at once. Comfortable enough for all-day wear per reviewer consensus, with a heel height that doesn't require a recovery day after.
Bestselling heelAll-day comfort
Statement heel
Jaclyn Heel — Black Geometric Sequins
The sequin Jaclyn — same silhouette, full statement energy. Black geometric sequins make this the evening and event pick in the Jaclyn range. The most head-turning version of TOMS's most popular heel, and it photographs exactly as well as you'd hope.
Evening · Event
Fisherman heel
Jaclyn Fisherman Heel — Dune Suede
The Jaclyn in fisherman-strap format with dune suede — a warm, neutral tone in a more enclosed silhouette than the standard Jaclyn. The fisherman detail adds visual interest and structure. The most understated and most versatile Jaclyn in the lineup.
Neutral tone
Bow slingback
Jaclyn Slingback Bow Heel — Burgundy Kid Suede
The bow slingback in burgundy kid suede — the most fashion-forward Jaclyn. Burgundy is one of the most significant footwear colours of 2025–2026, and the bow detail pushes this into proper It-shoe territory. Kid suede is softer and more luxurious than standard suede. The standout in the Jaclyn family.
Trending colourBow detail
🌿 Espadrilles, Platforms & Sandals
Espadrilles are having their biggest moment — TOMS has been making them longer than anyone
Trending now
Espadrilles are arguably the shoe trend of 2025–2026 — Men's Fashion Magazine specifically named TOMS's SS26 espadrilles as standouts, and the brand's 20-year history with the silhouette means they do it better than most. The crochet and woven textures in the current lineup are the exact aesthetic that's dominating street style and social media right now.
Flatform espadrille · New
Abby Flatform Espadrille Sandal — Bloom Crochet
The Abby in Bloom Crochet — a flatform espadrille sandal with open-work crochet detailing in a warm floral pattern. The flatform sole adds height without the challenge of a heel, and the crochet texture is exactly the kind of handmade, artisanal quality that makes the coastal aesthetic work. One of the most photographed TOMS pieces in the current collection.
New · CrochetTrending
Flatform espadrille slide
Abby Slide Flatform Espadrille Sandal — Black Beachside Woven
The Abby in Black Beachside Woven — the slide version of the Abby flatform, with a woven texture in black. A more versatile, easier-to-slip-on alternative to the crochet version, with the same flatform height. Black makes it more transitional across seasons and outfits than the natural tones.
Slide · Woven
Wedge sandal
Julia Wedge Sandal — Woven White
The Julia in woven white — a classic wedge sandal that is the summer shoe that works with absolutely everything. Woven texture in white is clean, coastal, and universally flattering. TOMS wedges consistently receive the highest comfort reviews of any style in their lineup.
Best comfort reviews
Crossover slide
Mae Crossover Slide Sandal — Natural Metallic Raffia
The Mae in natural metallic raffia — a crossover-strap slide with the raffia-and-metallic combination that's been everywhere in summer 2026 footwear. The crossover strap is more secure than a single band without requiring any fastening. The raffia texture adds a handcrafted, artisanal quality.
Metallic raffia · Trending
Bow loafer
Cara Bow Loafer — Taupe Leather
The Cara bow loafer in taupe leather — a flat leather loafer with a bow detail at the toe. Loafers are still very much in the conversation in 2026, and the bow detail brings this into the same aesthetic as the kitten-heel Mary Janes that have been dominating. The most office-appropriate piece in this lineup.
Loafer · Bow detail
👟 Sneakers & Men's Styles
The waterproof dress shoe, the platform sneaker, and the terrain boot worth knowing about
All-day wear
Platform sneaker · Women's
Rea Lace-Up Platform Sneaker — Natural Mesh & Suede
The Rea platform sneaker in natural mesh and suede — a lace-up platform with mixed materials that give it significantly more visual interest than a standard clean sneaker. The natural tones make it an easy match for everything from summer dresses to wide-leg denim. The sneaker for people who want height without a heel.
Platform · Comfortable
Terrain sneaker · Men's
Carlo Mid Terrain 2.0 — Water Resistant Oak Brown Leather
The Carlo Mid Terrain 2.0 in water-resistant oak brown leather — a mid-top sneaker boot hybrid with genuine terrain capability. Water-resistant leather, the Terrain 2.0 outsole, and a warm brown tone that works for both outdoor and dressed-down urban wear. The men's pick for autumn and everyday durability.
Water resistant · Men's
Dress shoe · Men's
Navi TRVL LITE Dress Shoe — Tan Water Resistant
The Navi TRVL LITE — a water-resistant tan dress shoe in TOMS's travel-light construction. Lightweight, packable-sole construction designed for travel and long days on your feet. The dress shoe that goes from a business meeting to a long walking day without complaint. One of TOMS's most practical and most-praised newer styles.
Travel-readyWater resistant
