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I have a confession to make: I have resisted the trend of kitten heels because they remind me of my grandmother. Don't get me wrong, I love my grandma, but these shoes were just plain obvious. . . it has expired. However, the kitten heel trend has shown its staying power, and now the silhouette can be considered a confirmed classic. I finally gave in and bought my first lowrider, and let me tell you, I was missing out.
Kitten heels are easy to walk in, effortlessly chic and instantly tie in almost any look. Now I'm collecting the following styles to create a collection of well-rounded kitten heels – and I recommend you do the same. Ahead, shop my favorite styles, from Amazon, DSW, Zappos and more.
15 pairs of classic kitten heels
1. Revised Classics: You'll forget that kitten heels were considered granny shoes when you feast your eyes on these simple, suede, pointy-toe slingbacks.
2. Walk On The Wild Side: Put some personality and pep in your step with fierce leopard kitten heels. They are an inexpensive way to incorporate animal print into your wardrobe.
3. Moon Walker: Your fashion is out of this world – but only if you're wearing these silver kitten heels, which remind me of shooting stars.
4. Improve Your Housing: If ballet flats feel a bit childish (sometimes you need a touch of height!), Time and Tru kitten heels offer the same vibe, but seem more sophisticated.
5. Summer Hit: Kitten heel sandals are light, breathable summer shoes that take any outfit from the beach to the bar for happy hour. While there are plenty to choose from, this simple black pair is a fan favorite.
6. Super Strappy: Shoelaces don't just add extra utility – they also keep your feet protected as you go about your day. With every belt in Sam Edelman's slingback design, you can easily run a mile without them slipping.
7. A Pop of Color: Shoes are my favorite way to add color to my outfit, and these cute dress sandals are a great place to start. They come in many colors, including buttery yellow, red patent leather and spunky cow print.
8. The Best of Both Worlds: What do you get when you mix the mesh shoe trend with kitten heels? Perhaps this style of Franco Sarto, which definitely works the best summer shoe.
9. Old Faithful: Everyone needs a trusty pair of bare heels. Keep things simple – and stylish – with Anne Klein's nude patent style, which is not only fashionable, but also incredibly comfortable.
10. Over the Decades: Chances are your grandmother did, in fact, own a pair of kitten heels like this 1940s-inspired Mary Jane silhouette. You can tell everyone you found them shopping.
11. So the Expert: If traditional loafers are too much for your taste, check out the kitten heel silhouette by adding this polished, work-appropriate design to the cart.
12. Worth the Splurge: Complete with an instantly recognizable print design, Burberry's kitten heels are something you'll never forget – and always treasure.
13. Get 'Em While You Can: Quince's Italian Leather Kitten Heels are always on sale, so you should grab the timeless style while it's still in stock!
14. Early 2000s Encoded: If Carrie Bradshaw shopped at Amazon (not Manolo Blahnik), she would 100% wear these strappy kitten heels.
15. Simple and Easy: Why are things so difficult? Sometimes all you need is a fresh pair of white kitten heels. This will be your warm weather base.
If there's one thing I can count on at the change of season, it's my mom complaining that her shoe game isn't up to snuff. To make sure she's ready for all spring events, I've rounded up a range of shoe styles she'll happily wear all season (and beyond). Conditions? Relaxed yet stylish […]
