We love the way a good pair of heels can make our legs look killer, but when it comes to comfort, they’re not always our first choice. When you want to add some height but still be comfy enough to rock your shoes all day, what’s a girl to do? Luckily, this season offers plenty of platforms, block heels and wedges galore, all of which keep you as comfy as your favorite Birkenstocks and as confident as your go-to stilettos.
Read on to shop our picks!
1. Block heels ($31.28 at Glamorous)
Block heels have the same glammed-up vibe of a pair of spiky stilettos, but their similarities end there—the chunky block shape adds stability and comfort, making you way less likely to be limping around by the end of the day.
2. Chunky platform sandals ($100 at River Island)
It turns out this summer’s most major shoe trend, the '70s revival wooden soled platform, is actually one of the comfiest too! The platform adds height, but tricks your feet into feeling like you’re wearing a much lower heel.
3. Flatform sandals ($32.90 at Forever 21)
Flatforms are the best of both worlds—extra height and a shoe that feels like your comfiest pair of flat sandals. Not to mention their on-point '90s nostalgia vibes!
4. Platform ankle booties ($35.50 at ASOS)
For an extra height boost, try switching out your go-to pair of flat ankle booties for a pair of equally comfy platform kicks! The grey suede on this pair goes with everything.
5. Platform brogues ($119 at Zara)
There isn’t a fashion girl on earth who isn’t lusting after those infamous Stella McCartney flatform brogues – this metallic Zara lookalike is the next best thing.
6. Statement wedges ($53.99, Charlotte Russe)
Meet your new going out shoe—these graphic black and white wedges are perfect for that edgy cool-girl look for a night out, but the wedge shape will have you dancing all night long.
What are your favorite comfy-but-cute footwear picks, collegiettes?