As we begin to emerge from our homes and make plans with friends once again, more and more of us are using these events as an excuse to dress up, no matter how casual or low-key our plans may be. And with that has come the return of heels, though luckily, they aren’t sky-high stilettos or even classic pointy-toe pumps. According to data from both the global shopping platform Lyst and the financing app Klarna, searches for kitten heels, block heels and platforms/flatforms are way more popular than any other heeled shoe. These walkable heels are a comfy way to ease ourselves back into wearing pre-pandemic clothing staples, and we’ll gladly swap our house slippers for a pair of chic block-heel sandals. Here, 20 pairs of walkable heels we’re adding to cart ASAP.
Heels Are Back, Baby! Here Are 20 That You Can Actually Walk In
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1. alohas Mirage Sandals
The adjustable ankle wrap gives you more control over the level of support. Plus, it’s a fun opportunity to play around with different style ties or even weaving through the front straps.
2. vince Camuto Semtera Block-heel Slide Sandals
These simple mules are surprisingly easy to walk in, despite the single front strap, and look far more expensive than their $100 price tag.
3. cult Gaia Liz Leather Mules
PureWow’s beauty director Jenny Jin has been rocking these beauties all summer and even wore them for a five-mile trek around the city with not a single blister or sore foot to speak of.
4. asos Design Hazel Premium Leather Block Heeled Mules In Snake
That wide front strap offers more support than your average minimalist sandal, making these more comfortable for all day wear.
5. reformation Assunta Strappy Block Heel Mules
These eco-friendly sandals come in seven beautiful hues so you can stock up to match them with everything in your wardrobe.
6. raye Gaia Heels
Those criss-crossed straps and a low block heel give these shoes a subtly sexy vibe that won’t leave your poor feet in pain after just a few hours.
7. aerosoles X Laura Ashley Camera Platforms
We’re obsessed with the ‘70s vibes of these fun platform sandals, which go just as well with summery frocks as they will with denim come fall.
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8. lulus Eviee Ivory Raffia Platform Sandals
“They may look high, but I wear these to walk around Chicago all the time and absolutely love them,” raves commerce editor Liv Kappler.
9. bruno Premi Platform Wedge Sandals
A fun combination of wedge and platform, these funky sandals also come in black and a gorgeous shade of green.
10. Raye Arden Heels
Pretty much the perfect tropical vacation shoe, no? These beauties are incredibly comfortable even after a full day of exploring or dancing by the beach.
11. Sarto By Franco Sarto Lexie Platform Espadrille Sandal
You can never go wrong with a classic flatform espadrille. (P.S., there are seven more fun color options if you want to round out your collection.)
12. Cult Gaia Nev Platforms
That round heel may look intimidating, but it’s actually not very high at all, with the one-inch platform providing most of the lift.
13. Swedish Hasbeens Patchwork Heeled Clogs
The combination of multiple animal prints with dark green and black patches makes these an excellent summer-to-fall transition shoe.
14. Villa Rouge Danica Square-toe Sandals
Most heeled flip-flops are anything but comfortable, but because these come up higher on the top of the foot they provide much more support than your average skinny-strap sandal.
15. Louise Et Cie Fionnah Mules
As we ease our way back into regular office attire, try a sleek pointy-toe kitten heel rather than slipping right back into a 3-inch pump.
16. Schutz Sanny Ankle Strap Sandals
The criss-crossed straps and gold chain give these sandals a super sexy vibe, but that 2 ½-inch heel will keep your feet feeling good as you dance the night away.
17. Marc Fisher Qulsa Sandals
Multiple reviews rave about how comfortable these heels are for wedding receptions, cocktail parties or just strutting about town.
18. Wandler Ava Kitten Heels
Just like the zebra flip-flop heels above, the wider, higher front strap is what makes these funky heels so walkable.
19. Vince Camuto Aleya Sandals
While they don’t look particularly comfy, these strappy sandals have a ton of glowing reviews that call them out for being a sexy yet wearable heel option.
20. Reike Nen 3 Strappy Pointy Sandals
Add a vibrant pop of color to your shoe wardrobe with these bright orange stunners.
