Today more than ever, it seems that donning a pair of sky-high heels is more appropriate than ever for the modern woman. Although the footwear style has been panned by health professionals around the world as one of the leading causes of foot problems for those that wear them, high heels remain a cultural symbol of femininity.
Whether they're strictly reserved for a special occasion or worn to the office on a daily basis, we're seeing the intensity of sky-high heels heading even more upward. The previously conceived limits have seemingly gone out the window with designs hitting the shelves that don't even look safe, let alone able to be worn for any amount of time by any woman in her right mind.
70 Unnecessarily High Heels
From Carnivorous High Heels to Soberingly Sky-High Heels:
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Slamming Stiletto Sneaks
These High Heel Nike Jordans are Fly Kicks for Courtside Chicks
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Carnivorous High Heels
Iris van Herpen and United Nude's Fang Shoe is Literally Long in the Tooth
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Bolted High Heels
The Ruthie Davis Fall 2010 Shoe Collection is a Girl's Best Friend
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Insanely Intricate High Heels
Charlotte Olympia Spring 2012 Collection is Mind-Blowingly Detailed
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3D-Printed Pumps
The Instant Shoe Concept Proposes Perfectly Tailored Footwear
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See-Through High Heels
Spring 2010 Shoes Take on Transparent Proportions
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Piercing Sculptural Stilettos
Designer Richard Braqo is Set to Release a Line of Seductive Shoes
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Odd Flesh Fashion
The Human Furriery of Nicola Constantino Makes Areolas an Accessory
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Extreme Lace-up Heels
The Lush and Lofty 2007 Shoe Collection by Bruno Frisoni
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Stylish Stiletto Sheaths
These 'Heel Condoms' Will Dress Your Pumps with Pizzazz
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Ballet-Inspired Stilettos
These Pleaser Women's Ballet Ankle Boots Will Make Any Girl Twirl
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Soberingly Sky-High Heels
The Charlotte Olympia Fall/Winter 2011 Shoe Collection is Extraordinary
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Candy-Inspired Footwear
Kandee Shoes Creates High Heels Inspired by Sweet Treats
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Studded Pumps
The Christian Louboutin Resort 2011 Collection is a Stunning Spring Line
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Naughty Dancer Shoes
7" Wedges Have a Sexy Carving of a Woman and a Pole
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Spiked Glamazon Pumps
Fierce Fashion in the Form of the 'Spikette' by Ruthie Davis
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Complex Spiralling Stilettos (UPDATE)
The Mojito Shoe by Julian Hakes is Dizzying and Delightful
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Sassy Springtime Heels
Work it in These John Galliano Spring 2011 Shoes
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Play-Doh Booties
The Balenciaga Spring 2010 Shoes are Playfully Colortastic
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Cartilage-Attached Kicks
These Bone High Heels Have Robbed Skeletons of Their Bits
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High-Tech Hooker Shoes
Sky-High Heels Fit For Ladies of the Night
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Kitchen Appliance Stilettos
The Kobi Levi Coffee Pot Shoes are Sizzling Hot
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Wacky Bunny Faced Wedges
These Bunny Wedges are a High-Heeled Take on Classic Bunny Slippers
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16" Stilettos
Sky-High Shoes Are World's Tallest
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Strikingly Shiny Stilettos
The Alejandro Ingelmo Spring 2012 Collection is a Stunning Debut
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Stiletto Protectors
Solemates High Heeler
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Fiercely Forceful Pumps
The Ruthie Davis A/W 2011 Collection Packs a Punch
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Eclectic Seafaring Fashion
The Pedro Lourenco SS12 Collection is Intricately Layered
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Victorian-Buttoned Stilettos
These Fendi Yellow Spats Will Enable Ladies' Shoe Addictions
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Spiked Slingback Stilettos
The Christian Louboutin 'Lady Clou' Pump is Stylishly Badass
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Real Life Cinderella Shoes
Glass Designs by Asa Jungnelius
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Cactus Shoes
Carmel Walsh Creates Knitted Nature High Heels
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Cigarette Brandishing Stilettos
The Prada Smoking Lips Sandal is Racy
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Hollow Wedge Footwear
6 Inch Tall Wood Wedges
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Intricately Studded Stilettos
The Romi Heels by ZiGi Black Label are Unashamedly Embellished
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Domineering Adult Pumps
Les Jeux Du Marquis' Erotic Shoes Will Help Liberate Taboos
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Curvaceous Sky-High Heels
The Alleviate Platform by Jeffrey Campbell is Definitely a Showstopper
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Pumped Workwear Prints
Deichmann Campaign Asserts Height Gets You Higher Up the Corporate Ladder
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British Culture Pumps
The UK News Shoes From Legend Footwear are Decorated By Historical Headlines
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Bedazzled Birthday Shoes
Jimmy Choo Crystal Anniversary Celebrates 15 Years in Haute Couture
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Intense Inferno Heels
The Barbara Bui Flame Metallic Leather Pumps are Electrifyingly Fashionable
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Hellish High Heels
MrRobbieRotten Crafts Glow-in-the-Dark Spiked Zombie Pumps for Badass Chicks
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Ravishing Flower-Adorned Footwear
The Sergio Rossi Spring 2012 Collection is Breathtaking
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Racy Cutout Stilettos
The Giuseppe Zanotti for Christopher Kane Heel is Hot Hot Hot
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Fire Dragon Stilettos
The Kobi Levi Contemporary Chinese Shoe is the Artist's Latest Release
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Mythical Creature Kicks
These Magical Unicorn High Heels are Glamorously Chic
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Oxford-Inspired Stilettos
These Darla Pumps by Pour La Victoire are Both Chic and Classic
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Blood-Splattered High Heels
Celebrate Dexter Season 7 with These Killer Pumps
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Architectural-Inspired Stilettos
The Sergio Rossi 2013 Autumn/Winter Footwear is Fabulous
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Supercar Stilettos
Lamborghini Pumps Are Perfect For Ladies With A Need for Speed
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Chic Chandelier Stilettos
The Azzaro Lagon Sandals will Light Up Any Walkway
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Ponytail Platform Heels
Frankie Morello Spring 2010 Footwear Features Equestrian Influences
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Stick-Constructed Stilettos
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with Julia Kaldy
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Classic Color-Block Heels
Jason Wu Pre-Fall 2012 Accessories Line Offers Polished Sophistication
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Crystallized Sod Shoes
These Daffodile Christian Louboutin Pumps Look Exactly Like Grass
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Wildly Sculptural Footwear
The Casadei Spring 2012 Collection is Intricate and Detailed
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Candy-Coated Footwear
Casadei Studded-Heel Platform Pump Shows Off Deliciously Sweet Studs
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Human Hair Footwear
Brush Your Feet with Camilla Skovgaard Shoes
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Measuring Tape Stilettos
The Dazzling Christian Louboutin Measuring Tape Sandals
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Sky-High Hovering Heels
The Huvr Platforms by Jeffrey Campbell Defy Odds and Gravity
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Flamingo-Inspired Shoes
These Animal High Heels Give Style to Your Step
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Mirrored High Heels
Hakoon's Stylish Mirror Mosaic Strappy Sandals Reflect Fashionista Desires
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Curtain-Heeled Catwalk Boots
The Givenchy Fall 2012 Collection Featured Chic Knee-High Heels
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Backward Nature-Inspired Footwear
These shoes by Rene van der Berg Feature Backwards Heels
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Dirty Dancing Stilettos
The Tabitha Simmons A/W 2011 Video Gets Tapping
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Star-Spangled Stilettos
The Miss America Louboutin Heels are Super Hot
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Iconic Actress-Inspired Footwear
Liam Fahy Spring 2013 Line Honors Katherine Hepburn
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Pink Python Pumps
The Christian Louboutin 'Paulina' Stilettos are the Perfect Evening Shoe
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Thai Embroidered Accessories
The Caroline Issa x L.K. Bennett Capsule Collection is Pom Pom-Laden
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Biodegradable Footwear
Eco-Friendly Pumps By Sergio Rossi Made of Recycled Leather
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These Converse Addict Jack Purcell Sneakers Update a Classic Style
Illusory Doll-Like Heels
Louis Vuitton's Illusion Boots are Cleverly Shaped and Hand-Painted
Slip-On Sneaker-Inspired Shoes
The Nike Air Force 1 Lover Wilds are Inspired by a Classic
Superhero-Themed Glamorous Shoes
Marvel and Christian Louboutin Join Forces on a Shoe Capsule
Luxurious Minimal Sneakers
On x LOEWE Introduce the Sustainable Cloudtilt Collaboration
Commuter-Targeted Sneaker Models
The Hoka Transport Sneaker Easily Handles Walks or Hikes
Deconstructed High-Top Skate Sneakers
Vans Presents its new SK8-HI RECONSTRUCT Series of Shoes
Brand-Honoring Staple Bold Footwear
Dr. Martens' 14XX Blends New and Retro Brand Themes
Limited-Edition Clogs Collections
Dr. Scholl’s and Re/Done Release Exclusive Clog Collection
Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers
Voo Store Joins On Running to Create a Unique New Sneaker
Women's Sportswear Flip Flops
Nike Calm Flip Flops Now Arrive in Styles for Women
Hybrid Autumnal Sandal Designs
The Birkenstock Lutry Combines the Styles of Clogs and Sandals
Plant-Based Sneakers
'The Plant Shoe' is Made Out of Animal-Free, Sustainable Components
Workwear-Inspired Footwear Designs
The Converse x Sky High Farm Collaboration Features a New Drop
Movement-Focused Womens Footwear
FitFlop Launches Two New Footwear Styles for Active Women
Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs
Free People x Dr. Scholl’s Refreshes a Style for a New Generation
Futuristic High-Heel Sneakers
This Conceptual Balenciaga Footwear by the OJB Studio are 3D-Printed
Dress-Inspired Streetwear Sneakers
Cole Haan Releases Two New '5.ZERØGRAND' Sneaker Silhouettes
Stylish Winter-Ready Boots
Vionic's Boasts a Slew of Winter Orthotic-Friendly Footwear
Low-Cut Premium Padded Sneakers
Dior Presents a Look at its New Lifestyle B57 Sneaker
Doll-Inspired Sneakers
The Superga x Barbie Collab Shares Fun, Nostalgic Styles
Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps
Aldo Unveils its STESSY Series with Comfortable Insole Technology
High-Fashion Rubber Boots
The Chanel High Boots are Made with Caoutchouc Material
Ornate Oxford Shoes
Dr. Martens' 1461 Swarovski Leather Oxford Shoes Feature Crystal Detailing
Deadstock-Derived Footwear Collections
These 'Dr. Martens' Shoes Are Made From Surplus Materials
Barrier-Breaking Sneaker Drops
From The Collection: Joy Claire Provides Access to Exclusive Styles
Comfortable Healthcare Worker Footwear
Clove Makes Footwear for Healthcare Professionals
Fuzzy Dynamic Collaborative Footwear
Suicoke and Midorikawa Unveil Another Five Finger Shoe
Women-Celebrating Low Sneakers
Jordan is Set to Release International Women’s Day Sneakers
Heart-Adorned Shoe Collections
G.H. Bass Boasts an Adorable Collection of Heart Loafers
Vegan All-Season Boots
These Boots Are Crafted With Cruelty-Free Leather Alternatives
3D-Printed Growing Customized Shoes
Michele Di Carlo Creates the 4Steps 3D-Printed Sneaker Concept
Padded Fashion-Forward Footwear
The ALDO Pillow Walk Technology Offers Comfort with Each Step
Automated Low-Tech Shoe Designs
The 'Heaven’s Door' Shoes Allow for Easy On and Off
Safety-Focused Shoe Designs
Vans Vault Launches Sneakers with Built-In Ankle Guards
Adorably Styled Shoes
Dr. Martens' Pairs Its Mary Jane Shoes with Adorable Ankle Bow Socks
Revived 80s-Style Sneakers
The AVIA 830 and 880 High-Tops Perfectly Mimic the Originals
Personalized Platform Sneakers
The Crocs Mega Crush Sandal is Easy to Customize with Jibbiitz
Floral-Adorned Sporty Clogs
adidas and Stella McCartney Expand with a Clogs Silhouette
Genderless Tooth-Adorned Heels
GCDS Launches its Unisex 'Morso' Line in a Wider Size Range
Balletcore Heeled Shoes
Sandy Liang Releases Her Debut Heel Collection with Ballerina Inspiration
Medical Boot-Representing Footwear
Rick Owens Continues to Grab Attention with the Walking Boot
Springy Off-Road Trail Sneakers
On Cloudsurfer Trails Feature Helion Foam
Airy 3D-Printed Boots
Rains' Puffer Boot Debuted at Paris Fashion Week
Deflated Balloon-Covered Heels
Loewe's Deflated Balloon Pumps Almost Look Like Ruffles
Sustainable Recyclable Shoe Insoles
PRIMAL Clouds Elevate Every Step with Comfort in Any Shoe
Multi-Color Green-Accented Sneakers
New Balance Unveils the 'Black/Green' Warped Runner Colorway
Transformative Bridal Footwear
Pashion’s Made-to-Order Styles Offer Interchangeable Components
Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes
The Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins® are Versatile
Kidult Baby Shoes
MSCHF's Super Baby Collection Supersizes Chunky, Colorful Footwear
Monstrous-Inspired Heeled Shoes
I Wanna Bangkok Presents the Hulkfoot and Bigfoot Shoes
Knitted Chunky Sneakers
Famous Footwear Boasts the DV Dolce Vita Sneaker
Artistic Caged Heel Sneakers
The Y-3 Runner Adidas 4D Halo Has a Continental Rubber Outsole
Dynamic Sole-Unit Hiking Footwear
HOKA Unveils its New Skyline-Float X Sneaker Model
Upcycled Crushed Velvet Sneakers
Converse Made Its New Design from Discarded Clothes
Sophisticated Tie-Belt Dresses
The Tie-Belt Shirt Dress is an Elevated Sustainable Fashion Piece
City-to-Trail Hiking Boots
Hi-Tec Recently Launched a New Series of Boots Just in Time for Fall
Heeled Platform Perforated Clogs
The New Siren Clog by Crocs Comes in Three Colorway Options
Size-Inclusive Designer Shoes
Zalando and Seven Designers are Launching Footwear for All
Eye-Adorned Furry Mules
ESENES WORLDWIDE Launches the Unconventionally Stylish Eyeball Mules
High-Fashion Shoe Covers
Dior's New B31 Model Comes with a Protective Shoe Cover
Ultra-Luxurious Après-Ski Boots
Gucci and Adidas Drop Eye-Catching Luxury Après-Ski Models
Collaborative Heavyweight Footwear
HOKA and BEAMS Join Forces on a Collaborative Series
Food-Inspired Charitable Collections
Sky High Farm Workwear & Balenciaga Collaborate on This Drop
Pre-Distressed Sneaker-Inspired Mules
Balenciaga Drew Inspiration from an Old Footwear Design
Heel-Crushable Sports Sneakers
Under Armour Debuts Innovative Workout Shoe, the 'UA SleepSpeed'
Automotive Lifestyle Sneakers
The Piloti Drift Driving Shoes Have Roll Control 2.0 Heel Technology
Luxury Men's Footwear Collections
Stuart Weitzman Embarks on a New Venture with Itss Latest Range
Technical High-Fashion Sneakers
The Balenciaga 3XL Sneaker Showcases Exaggerated Soles
Reworked High-Fashion Clogs
Susan Fang Previews Two Brand-New Crocs Iterations at its Runway Show
Whimsical Inflatable Sneaker Concepts
UV-Zhu Uses Daily Objects for His Nike Concept Sneaker
Dramatic Spiked Sporty Footwear
The PUMA Mostro Returns in a Dramatically Spikey Design
Haute Structural Rain Boots
The Givenchy 'Show' Rain Boots Come in Two Silhouettes
Sparkling Luxurious Bright Clogs
Balenciaga Unveils a New Iteration of the Technoclog Shoe
Luxury Bridal Footwear
Bella Belle Unveils the Elevated Odette Heel for Brides
Bejeweled Bright Clog Designs
Simone Rocha Creates a New Pearly Version of a Crocs Shoe
Ultra-Fast Walking Shoes
The Shift Robotics 'Moonwalkers' Increase Walking Speed by 250%
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Sleek Mary-Jane Sneaker Hybrids
Cecilie Bahnsen and ASICS Join Forces on the GT-2160
Limited-Edition Handcrafted Clogs
Filippa K and Swedish Hasbeens Collaboration is Limited-Edition
Doll-Inspired High Heels
The Fantastic Plastic Foot Shoes are Shaped Like a Doll's Tip-Toed Foot
Down-Filled Technical Slippers
Peak Performance's 'Helium Down Slippers' Help Keep Your Feet Warm
Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers
Valentino Garavani Unveils a New Pair of Premium Sneakers
Sleek Minimal Luxury Footwear
Loro Piana Presents a Look at the New White Sole Shoes
Hip Hop-Honoring High-Top Sneakers
Nike Launches a New Air Force 1 High in a Classics Colorway
Futuristic Collaborative Fall Footwear
BOTTER and Reebok Present New Designs at Paris Fashion Week
Sustainable Knitted Toddler Sneakers
Nike Launches the Swoosh 1 Trainer with Colorful Details
Sustainable Vintage Shoes
Allbirds' New Sneaker Silhouette Represents Transformation for the Brand
Ultra-Luxurious Crystal Footwear
The JIMMY CHOO Crystal Slipper Immediately Turn Heads
Medical Boot-Inspired Sneakers
MSCHF's AC.1 Sneakers Highlights an Experimental Supportive Look
Heroic Luxury Footwear
The Christian Louboutin x Marvel Collab Unleashes Super Stylish Footwear
Sleek Cowboy Hybrid Boots
Converse Unveils the All-Star Western Boots II Z Hi Shoes
Sophisticated Running Shoe Silhouettes
Stepney Workers Club Debuts the Amiel S-Strike Sneaker
Chunky Unconventional Shoes
Marni Unveils the 'BIG FOOT 2.0' Unisex Sneaker in Multiple Colorways
Luxe Frog-Inspired Clogs
JW Anderson Shares a Pair of Frog Clogs Ahead of Milan Fashion Week
Lightweight Heeled Sneakers
Converse Released the Chuck 70 De Luxe Heel
Candy-Themed Clogs
Hershey and Crocs Created a Sweet Collaboration for Halloween
Hairy Avant Garde Footwear
Rick Owens DRKSHDW Delivers the New Abstract Sneaker Model
Neutral Dramatic Tall Boots
UGG Presents the Classic Ultra Ultra Tall Boots with Soft Lining
Chic Cactus Leather Loafers
G.H. Bass Launches Its First Non-leather Loafer and Its Stylish
Gummy Candy-Inspired Footwear Series
Vans Brings a Playful Element with the Haribo Collection
Elevated Slides Designs
Havaianas Launches Its Spring/Summer 2023 Line and the Designs Look Comfy
Reusable Footwear Gel Cushions
The FOOTCLOUD® Emphasizes Comfort and Confidence
Weather-Inspired Seasonal Footwear
Hi-Tex HTS74 Drops its New FW22 Collection Connected to Moods
Luxurious Black Block-Heel Boots
Raf Simons' Fall/winter 2022 Line Spotlights a Pair of Chic Boots
Eco-Friendly Biker Boots
H&M's Knee-High Biker Boots are Sustainable
Candy-Inspired Shoe Designs
The SB Dunk High "Sweet Tooth" by Nike is Playful and Colorful
Buckled Slip-On Platform Clogs
Orphic Highlights its Adjustable 2-Way Runner Clog Silhouette
Luxurious Boot-Sandal Hybrids
Givenchy Presents its New Shark Lock Sandal for the Season
Sophisticated Bridal Collections
Bella Belle Introoduces the Champagne Era Footwear Collection
Sculptural Futuristic Sneakers
New Balance Presents a New Version of its Warped Runner Sneaker
Lifestyle Minimal Running Sneakers
Mallet London Presents a New Holloway Running Shoe
Stacked Platform Sole Mules
Nike Launches a New Set of the Air Force 1 Lover XX Premium
Sustainable Futuristic Fall Footwear
Ancuta Sarca Presents a New Dynamic Range for FW23
Tactically Elevated Work Boots
The Cat Footwear x Nigel Cabourn Utah Boot is Comfortable
Reworked High-Fashion Boots
Veneda Carter Reworks Timberland's '6-Inch Boot' with Two Iterations
Stylish Everyday Men's Footwear
Lululemon Introduces the New Men's Footwear Collection
Premium Fashion-Forward Slippers
Mave & Chez Pioneering Luxurious Comfort Footwear for Women
Stiletto Shoulder Bags
Syro's Stiletto Bag Makes a Meaningful Style Statement
Summery Sporty Platform Mules
adidas Presents its New adiForm Stan Smith Mule for SS23
Curved Rubber Sole Sneakers
JW Anderson Releases New Bumper-Hike Low Top Sneakers for SS23
Elegant Footwear Collections
ARCH NYC Has Unveiled Its Contemporary Fall 2023 Collection
Color-Blocking Vibrant Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Doernbecher Version of the Air Jordan 1 Low
Futuristic Bold Tonal Sneakers
Beyoncé and adidas Present the IVY PARK Top Ten 2000 Sneaker
Youth-Focused Lightweight Shoes
On Launches its First Footwear Collection for Active Youith
Heart-Shaped Heeled Shoes
YUME YUME Presents the Love Mule with a Colorful Selection
Podiatrist-Friendly Summer Shoes
Birdies' Sun Drenched Collection is Cushioned & Comfort-Focused
Futuristic White Boots
UGG Joins Forces with Shayne Oliver for This Striking Design
Butterfly-Adorned Shoes
NEEDLES and Reebok Collaborated on a Chic Footwear Silhouette
Comfort-Focused Fashion Slides
Naturalizer's Gen N Project Advances How Women Define Comfort
Leather-Centric Biker Luxe Apparel
Vivienne Westwood Presents the WILD BEAUTY Collection
Sneaker Protective Heel Units
FOREFOOT Launches the New Tonal Heel Protector Mamoru Units
Luxe Timeless Ankle Boots
Prada Unveils a New Ankle Boot for the Spring/Summer 2022 Season
Seasonal Mood-Inspired Footwear
Hi-Tec's 'TS74' Fall/Winter 2022 Line Features Reworked Designs
Incredibly Chic Footwear Designs
Palace and C.P. Company Drop the Breathtaking Cornaro Model
Bridal Flip-Flops
Uzurii Launched a Bridal Collection for Wedding Season
Outrageous Toe-Like Sandal Charms
Crocs Introduces the Polarizing Toe Jibbitz for its Shoes
Smart Customized Footwear Designs
Kristýna Hrabánková Designs New Sandals for URBNC3
Elevated Platform Lifestyle Sneakers
The Rick Owens DRKSHDW Released New 'Abstract Sole' Sneakers