You wouldn’t believe it now, but there was once a time when I’d use any excuse to wear a sky-high heel. Yes, that meant sacrificing my feet and ankles to a pair of Louboutin So Kates—12 centimetres with no platform, by the way—but it was all in the name of fashion.
My dirty little secret? These days, I’d much rather wear a kitten heel. And, apparently, I’m not alone—which tracks, given the recent resurgence of the casual heel.
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I mean, what’s not to love? The humble kitten heel is surprisingly versatile, working just as well for the office as it does for dinner, drinks, date night or a weekend shopping trip with your girlfriends. And the best part? You can actually wear them for more than five minutes without immediately regretting your footwear choices.
Whether you’re after something sleek and understated to subtly elevate an outfit—see: the classic black kitten heel—or something colourful or strappy to inject a little energy into your spring and summer wardrobe, there’s a kitten heel for just about every mood.
Another bonus—arguably a personal one—is the subtle boost of height. Unlike its dizzying counterparts, the kitten heel adds a few extra centimetres without taking over the entire look. For those of us on the shorter side, it’s an easy little lift; for taller dressers, it slips seamlessly into the wardrobe without feeling overly dressy.
Case in point? Celebrities including Hailey Bieber and Elsa Hosk have embraced the trend, and they’re far from alone. It seems the petite, everyday heel has officially taken up permanent residence in our collective wardrobe consciousness.
From wear-all-day essentials to glamorous statement styles, these are the kitten heels I can’t stop thinking about right now.
Read: Are Sneakers Finally Losing Their Grip On Our Everyday Wardrobes?
Black Kitten Heels
PRADA
Bow-Detail Leather Slingback Pumps
ST. AGNI
Multi Strap Heel
COS
Crossover-Strap Kitten-Heel Sandals
VICTORIA BECKHAM
Victoria Angle 55 Croc-Effect Leather Pumps
Office Approved Kitten Heels
AEYDE
Cari Suede Pumps
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Miss Z Parent Leather Pumps
CHARLES & KEITH
Asymmetric D’Orsay Slingback Pumps
H&M
Kitten Heel Slingbacks
Designer Kitten Heels
SAINT LAURENT
Secret Slingback Pumps
HERBERT LEVINE
24/7 Bow-Detailed Pony Hair Pumps
THE ROW
Liisa Leather Mules
MIU MIU
Modellerie Rete Mule
Colourful Kitten Heels
TONY BIANCO
Kassy
M.N.G
Denis Sandals
TOTEME
Leather Thong Sandals
VICTORIA BECKHAM
Harlow Mask 55 Satin Sandals
Strappy Kitten Keels
AERE
Suede Crossover Strappy Heels
ALOHAS
Liko Rift Red Leather Sandals
AJE
Liora Strappy Buckle Low Heel
St. AGNI
Petit Belt Sling Back Heel
Clear Kitten Heels
CHLOE
Chloe Jelly TPU Mules
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Minny Bubble PVC Slingback Pumps
COS
Perspex Kitten-Heel Mules
SENSO
Sonya
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