12 Chic and Walkable Platform Sandals You'll Actually Want to Wear

Wedges are so back, and personally, I could not be more here for this modern take on the trend. Steve Madden’s Jella pair nails the update with a jelly construction, sleek strappy silhouette, and wearable platform height. The TL;DR? Don’t hesitate on hitting “add to cart”, these are bound to sell out.I have not stopped thinking about these Chunky Loeffler Randall Sandals since I first laid eyes on them, and frankly, I’m not sure I will be able to stop until they’re safely where they belong: my shoe closet. They feel more elevated than other platforms (I’d even wear them to a wedding!) but don’t skimp on comfort. Imagine the stamina you’ll have for the dance floor and bouquet toss.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThis Free People style pulls double (if not triple!) duty by bringing together two of the season’s biggest shoe trends: clogs and platforms. The wrap-ankle strap (with boho beading!) makes them instantly cooler and more wearable, while the wood-and-suede contrast adds a little vintage charm.I would have never guessed that a pair of Amazon sandals would become the most-worn shoe from my closet, but here we are. The $50 Platform Espadrilles are such a staple (and so affordable), I have a pair at my New York City apartment and my parents’ house in Charleston.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowYou don’t have to commit to full-on sky high platforms to embrace the trend. These 1.5-inch raised flip flops are just as cool without threatening a trip and fall situation. They feel like an upgrade to your typical thong style and the padded platform footbed is more than just a style choice, it’s a practical one too. I guarantee they’re way comfier than the barely-there sandals you’ve been wearing.When I tell you these are the comfiest shoes I’ve ever worn to a wedding, I mean it. And the evidence is in the Instagram photos of every nuptials I’ve attended this year—minus an early March reception, which resulted in swollen feet and my boyfriend carrying me home on piggyback. I learned my lesson.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowListen, I don’t exactly have the best self-control when it comes to shopping—hence my nine-to-five as a shopping writer—but I try to practice some restraint. That all went out of the window the second I spotted these Steve Madden wedges. The slight platform gives me the height I want without sacrificing comfort, and the woven multi-color design adds the personality I love in a shoe.Just picture these at a European beach club (I’m thinking Mykonos or Ibiza) with a tiny bikini and chic, sheer cover-up. The power—of looking that hot and towering over the crowd—will go straight to your head. Embrace it! Oh, and you’ll have the best view of the DJ set.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowOh, you’ve been on the hunt for a statement shoe that will turn heads? Stop scrolling! There has never been a louder, more attention-grabbing design to date, and I mean that in the most complimentary way. The pattern gives “nasty with a Pucci outfit shoe” (IYKYK) and blocky platform elevate your look in more ways than one.Speaking of shoes that make a statement, allow me to introduce you to the Dolly Mule in rainbow raffia. In case you missed the memo, bright, vibrant colors are the moment this summer and these Larroudé shoes nail the trend perfectly.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThe Zoe Platform Sandals will quickly become one of the most-worn styles in your wardrobe. Mark my words! The rubber sole makes them surprisingly cushioned and comfy, while the suede upper still feels elevated enough to wear with everything from jean shorts to dresses.Listen, I know these Alexander Wang platforms are on the pricier side, but they’re so cool girl it’s worth the splurge. The blue rhinestone upper and rubber sole balance each out and makes them wearable from the pool straight to the party.Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.