In the age of comfort-first and desk-to-dinner dressing, it’s no surprise that the mule has sidled back into fashion’s good graces. Laceless, slip-on, easy to wear, easier to style, and now – thanks to a slew of high-design iterations – downright covetable.

Between the ubiquity of the Birkenstock Boston (the shoe that somehow made orthopaedic-chic aspirational) and the hype of the New Balance x Miu Miu sneaker-mule (a hybrid of epic proportions) there's plenty to love. Oh, and who can forget Chloë Sevigny becoming the face of ECCO? There's a lot of hype around these versatile, backless footwear at the moment – and its only growing.

Whether you’re in the market for classic clogs, fashion-forward foam-soled mules, or something in a more minimalist leather style, we've rounded up the best mules to shop right now. Because if 2025 has taught us anything, it’s that comfort is no longer something we're willing to compromise on.

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Looking for more footwear options? Check out our round-up of the best loafers to shop right now, or our pick of the best Mary-Janes to buy. For something a little more cold-weather appropriate, you can also check out our winter boots favourites.