Although they've been deemed ugly by many, the square-toed shoe trend has still found its way back, and is currently thriving and trending. 

Some love it and some swear they&#39;ll never be seen in a pair, but the square-toed shoe trend has undeniably has made its return!

Although the first appearance of square-toed shoes traces&nbsp;back to medieval times, the last time we saw it start gaining popularity&nbsp;was in the 90s, where renowned high fashion brands like Prada featured them their&nbsp;runways. However, its rise&nbsp;is attributed to American footballer Lou Groza, who sported square-toed shoes because of the way he kicked using&nbsp;the front of his toes, back in the 1940s. This kickstarted the square-toed shoe&nbsp;showing up more in menswear, but the trend subsided in the 70s, before picking up again in the 90s.&nbsp;

These days, square-toed shoes have once again been showing up on runways&nbsp;despite many criticizing the trend - commenting how&nbsp;ugly it looks, even likening how casual it is, comparing it to&nbsp;flip flops under dress pants. But for what it&#39;s worth, at least most of us will admit&nbsp;that they tend to be&nbsp;more comfortable than pointy-toed shoes, right?&nbsp;

1. LOEWE&nbsp;Square Toe Ankle Boots

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These shoes come from LOEWE&#39;s Autumn/Winter 2018 collection. With mid-high heels and a comfortable fit, these leather boots sport&nbsp;a chic&nbsp;style that isn&#39;t too complicated but instead clean and minimal looking, making them&nbsp;a versatile closet essential.&nbsp;

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2.&nbsp;Topshop HABBS High Ankle&nbsp;Boots

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In an&nbsp;ivory colour that goes well with almost anything, and pretty orange marble detail on its heel, these&nbsp;ankle boots from Topshop are super versatile, and is a chic accompaniment to any outfit.&nbsp;

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3. Charles &amp; Keith Square Toe Wedge Boots

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For those who prefer wearing lower heels, these affordable wedge boots are the perfect alternative! They also come in these&nbsp;neutral and earth-toned colours for easy matching and day-to-day wear.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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4. Bottega Veneta Stretch Pumps in Mesh and Berry Calf

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This pair of&nbsp;Bottega Veneta pumps definitely make for&nbsp;a statement pair, with its sharp angles and broad toe cap.&nbsp;

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5. by FAR Virgo&nbsp;Sandals

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The by FAR Virgo sandals are simple yet classy-with a 2-inch heel, they are definitely at a comfortable height, suitable for everyday wear. They come in a range of fun and bold&nbsp;colours, including the green suede and gold leather options above, or in a more muted black suede.&nbsp;

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6. Saint Laurent Paris Minimalist Leather Sandals

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These strappy heels from Saint Laurent&nbsp;boast the trendy &#39;naked&#39; sandal look, with its&nbsp;75mm heel, just the right height to give you the right&nbsp;oomph but won&#39;t have your calves screaming for mercy at the end of the day.&nbsp;The perfect match for a flowy&nbsp;dress, or with jeans,&nbsp;this pair of sandals can be easily styled up and down easily for any occasion.&nbsp;

7. Gucci Logo Embellished Mules

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Gucci&#39;s logo embellished mules sport the brand&#39;s &#39;GG&#39; motif on its front, along with an open toe and open back&nbsp;cutting that&#39;s both classy and chic.

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8. Zara Animal Print Leather Flat Shoes&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Fret not if you don&#39;t like heels,&nbsp;these Zara flat shoes make for a comfortable and stylish option with its faux crocodile print.&nbsp;

Make Way For The Return Of The Square-Toe

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