Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026: Merlot Velvet, Lace and New Boots

Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026 is a collection of deep colour and soft texture: of the 58 Fall Winter 2026 pairs at Coveti, 26 are black, seven are merlot and ten are cut in velvet, with lace, crystal mesh and espresso suede filling out the rest. It spans pumps, platform sandals, ankle boots and tall boots priced from $1,140 to $2,800, all from the Florence house Aquazzura. For the full boot story, read our Aquazzura boots guide.

What is in the Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026 collection?

Aquazzura, founded in 2011 by Edgardo Osorio and based at Palazzo Corsini in Florence, treats autumn as a dressing-up season. The AW26 line at Coveti is built around evening pumps and party sandals, then balanced with a strong run of boots for daytime. Here is how the 58 pairs break down.

The AW26 colour story: merlot, plum and espresso

Merlot

Merlot is the colour of the season. Seven pairs come in it, across velvet, patent and satin, so you can wear the shade from desk to dinner. The Contour Pump 105 in merlot velvet ($1,450 at Coveti) is the dressiest; the Essence Pump 105 in merlot patent ($1,300) is the one that works with tailoring. The Moves Sandal Plateau 130, the Amira Plateau 110, the Caresse Wrap Sandal 105, the Shadow Pump 105 and the Talk To Me Sandal 75 complete the merlot run.

Rich plum and pine

Four pairs come in rich plum, including the Sellier Boot 85 in rich plum in calf leather at $2,250 and the Saint Honore Bootie 35. Pine appears on the Fleur Sauvage sandal and mule, satin styles with crystal strass.

Espresso and chestnut

The browns belong to the boots. The Zane Boot 85 in espresso suede ($2,160) and the Cotswold Boot 65 in espresso are the season’s tall boots in colour, and the Saint Honore Block Bootie 85 and Zane Boot also come in chestnut. Brown suede with a black coat is one of the easiest autumn pairings there is.

Black, still the backbone

26 of the 58 pairs are black. That includes the most romantic piece of the season, the Velvet Meadow Bootie 105 in black velvet and lace at $2,000, with a side zip and a 105 mm stiletto.

Velvet, lace and crystal: the AW26 textures

Ten Fall Winter 2026 pairs are cut in velvet. Velvet reads instantly as evening and takes deep colour well, which is why it carries the merlot and hibiscus shades. The Cupid Plateau 130 in hibiscus velvet ($1,450) is the bright note; the Love Affair Pump 85 in black velvet is the quiet one.

Lace appears on three pairs: the Velvet Meadow Bootie and Pump, both velvet and lace, and the Lover Lace Sandal 105 in mesh and kid suede. Crystal work runs through 11 pairs, from the Lumiere Crystal Mesh Pump 105 in black ($2,410) to the beaded Ce Soir in navy. For party dressing, see our party shoes guide.

What heel heights does AW26 favour?

The season leans high. Twenty-two of the 58 pairs stand on a 105 mm heel, and in every Aquazzura style name the number is the heel height in millimetres, so the Essence Pump 105 has a 105 mm heel and the Linea Pump 85 an 85 mm one. Twelve pairs sit at 85 mm, ten at 65 mm to 75 mm, and eight are platforms between 110 mm and 130 mm.

For lower options there is the Dea Pump 20 in black calf leather and brass, the Ride Boot 30 and the Saint Honore Bootie 35, plus the flat College Mocassin in black and gold. If you want height without a stiletto, the platforms are the answer: the Amira Plateau 110 in merlot velvet ($1,610) has a block heel and a platform under the toe, which takes the edge off the height. Compare it with other houses in our best designer platform heels guide.

Which AW26 pairs should you buy first?

If you are buying one pair, make it a merlot pump: the Essence Pump 105 in patent covers office, dinner and a winter wedding. If you are buying two, add a boot in espresso suede for daytime. A third pair should be something for the party season, and the crystal pieces, the Lumiere, the Ce Soir and the Fleur Sauvage, are where AW26 is at its most distinctive. Everything else is a variation on those three ideas.

Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026 boots

The season has 14 boots and booties in all. The longest is the Vespera OTK Boot 75 in black kid suede, the most expensive pair in the collection at $2,800. For everyday wear, the Saint Honore Bootie 35 in rich plum sits on a 35 mm heel, and the Ride Boot 30 in black calf leather has a 30 mm heel and a rubber sole. The Harper Bootie 85 and the Cotswold Bootie 65 cover polished black ankle boots. More tall options are in our best designer knee-high boots edit.

How to wear Aquazzura AW26

With autumn tailoring

A merlot patent pump with a charcoal trouser suit is the simplest way into the season. The Essence Pump 105 and the Heart Stopper Sling Pump 105 both have the clean pointed line that suits a straight trouser. Let the hem break on the top of the shoe.

With a slip dress

Velvet and lace love bias-cut silk. Wear the Velvet Meadow Pump 105 with a black slip dress and sheer tights, then switch to the bootie version when the weather turns.

For black tie

The crystal pieces are made for long dresses. The Lumiere Crystal Mesh Sandal 105 in light copper and the Ce Soir Sandal Plateau 130 in light copper both catch the light under a floor-length hem. Our black tie dresses guide has dresses to match.

With denim and knits

Espresso suede boots with straight jeans and a cream knit is the weekend uniform. The Zane Boot 85 has enough heel to dress it up; the College Mocassin in black calf leather keeps it flat.

Does AW26 fit like the rest of Aquazzura?

Mostly yes. Aquazzura uses Italian sizing, which equals EU sizing, and most styles are listed true to size. One Fall Winter 2026 style needs care: the Bow Tie Pump 85 in dusty rose fits large, and the house recommends half a size smaller. Coveti stocks whole EU sizes 35 to 42, so take the smaller whole size if you are between two. Our Aquazzura size guide has the chart, and the Aquazzura comfort guide explains which heights are easiest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is in Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026?

Coveti stocks 58 Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026 pairs, led by 16 pumps, 10 heeled sandals and 8 booties, with platform sandals, tall boots, mules, slingbacks and loafers. Prices run from $1,140 to $2,800.

What colours are in Aquazzura AW26?

Black leads with 26 pairs, and merlot is the key colour with seven pairs. Rich plum, light copper, pine, espresso, chestnut, hibiscus and dusty rose complete the palette.

Does Aquazzura make velvet shoes for winter 2026?

Yes. Ten Fall Winter 2026 pairs at Coveti are in velvet, including the Contour Pump 105 in merlot, the Cupid Plateau 130 in hibiscus and the Velvet Meadow Bootie 105 in black velvet and lace.

What are the best Aquazzura boots for autumn winter 2026?

For evening, the Velvet Meadow Bootie 105 is the standout. For daytime, the Zane Boot 85 in espresso suede and the Saint Honore Bootie 35 in rich plum are easier to wear, and the Vespera OTK Boot 75 is the statement tall boot.

How much does Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026 cost?

At Coveti, Aquazzura Fall Winter 2026 pairs range from $1,140 for the College Mocassin to $2,800 for the Vespera OTK Boot 75. Most pumps sit between $1,260 and $1,530.