, retro-inspired , , relaxed penny loafers—there is a slew of shoes vying for our attention right now. But the one pair that’s really ticking all the boxes this season? Kitten heels. Yes, really.
You might wince at the return of the itsy-bitsy heel, but trust us. For everyday comfort, style kudos, and low-key polish, there is no shoe better suited for your feet right now than a low sling-back, pump, or mule. And this summer the best kitten heels are getting a revamp.
(As most things are.) Kitten Heel Heroes: The simple, yet statement-making shoe is also a certified fashion crowd favorite, with styles from Saint Laurent and Khaite to Toteme and The Row topping our summer wish lists. But we’re not the only ones bitten by the kitten heel craze: Just days ago at , supermodel Bella Hadid stepped out in a pair of vintage bubblegum pink pumps from Prada that had us all rethinking the craze for good.
Like Hadid, wear yours with other It items on this —like a flirty and . For everyday ease and elegance, start with anything-but-basic black styles from Aeyde, Neous, Vince, and Mango. Pair them with a stealth wealth-inspired midiskirt or sleek jean for a take on modern Meanwhile, pale pink picks from Aquazzura and Gianvito Rossie or powder blue beauties from Loulou Studio and Manolo Blahnik pack a welcome punch of color.
For more textural takes, LPA’s mules are sweet like summer, while python-printed pumps from St. Agni and Paris Texas will you have you walking on the wild side.