The perfect platform heels for Spring/Summer 2024
If, like me, you’re more than a little obsessed with 70s fashion, you’ll agree that the platform heels and sandals seen in this season’s runways are to die for. And while the sky-high style may be ill-suited to those of a… less agile nature, for those who look before they walk, a platform shoe can do you (almost) no wrong.
On the runway, the sky-high shoes can be found in the Spring/Summer 2024 collections of Gucci, Molly Goddard, Roberto Cavalli, Eckhaus Latta, Peter Do, Sacai and Simone Rocha (among many, many more).
If you’re looking to reach new heights, here are the six best platform heels for SS24.
Elevated flip flops—predicted to be a huge trend this Spring/Summer—meet Y2K: say hello to the platform flip flops! Feel your Lizzie McGuire fantasy and style them with loose-fit jeans.
Senso
Paxton platform flip flops - women - Leather - 36 - Blue
$284.00
FARFETCH
-32%
Hoka One One
wedged flip flops - women - Rubber/Rubber/Rubber - 5 - Black
$93.00
$136.00
FARFETCH
2. Denim mules
Who said denim is only for your clothes? Platform mules are another style that will be very popular this warm season, and a pair of denim shoes is a great way to add some irony and texture to a monochrome outfit. Beyoncé said “Denim on denim on denim on denim”, and we oblige.
Ganni
Buckled Leopard-Print Sandal - Multicolor
$244.22
Italist
Michael Kors
Loafer - Blue
$115.17
Italist
Alohas
Por Do Sol Ballet Flat Blue
$68.99
Rue La La
3. Crystal clear
Toes are on show this season with clear platform shoes. Sculptural shapes in the heel are a chic and modern detail to look out for. Style them with more classic or ironic pieces (like white socks and gym shorts) to make them better suited for the daytime.
Off-white
Transparent PVC Boot - Clear
$364.79
Italist
Loeffler Randall
40mm Paulie Studded Leather Clogs Red
$250.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Moncler
Kickstream Rain Boot - Beige
$463.64
Italist
Ancient Greek Sandals
String Flip Flop Leather Sandal Pink
$119.99
Rue La La
You just can’t go wrong with a classic. A pair of black platform stilettos is an elegant and versatile wardrobe staple you’ll reach for again and again whenever you need to add a little edge to your look. Now all you have to do is learn how to walk in them!
Badgley Mischka
Eliana Embellished Satin Cocktail Pumps Black
$245.00
Neiman Marcus
Aldo
Medusa Ankle Strap Platform Sandal in Black at Nordstrom, Size 7.5
$130.00
Nordstrom
5. Wooden clogs
Clogs are the shoe embodiment of “so-wrong-it’s-right”, and a chunky platform wooden clog is what our ugly-chic dreams are made of. We recommend pairing your clogs with short shorts or mini skirts to accentuate your legs.
-48%
Magda Butrym
crochet clog mules - women - Polyamide/Rubber/Polyamide/Calf Leather - 39 - White
$554.00
$1,068.00
FARFETCH
Toga Archives
AJ1459 Clog - Black
$403.37
Italist
Farm Rio
Lace Leather Slide Clog in Sand at Nordstrom, Size 10 Beige
$288.00
Nordstrom
Ancient Greek Sandals
Marilisa Clog
$176.99
Rue La La
6. Snow whites
White is the it-colour for shoes this Spring/Summer, and milky-hued platforms are no exception. Bright whites especially are a great way to add polish to a modern outfit.
Aeyde
Katalin Platform Leather Sandals - White - IT 39 - Moda Operandi
$435.00
Moda Operandi
Original text and content: Kayla Kuefler
