While some may prefer a minimalist sole on their shoes, these thick-soled shoes prove that the bigger and chunkier the bottom, the better. Shoes with thick soles have been entering the market slowly over the past while and we're now seeing a much higher volume of triple to quadruple-sized soles on every type of footwear. From high heels to casual loafers for men or women, this collection highlights some of the most on-point styles for footwear this season.
Another striking design feature that several designers are practicing is to use the sole as a statement piece with embellishments or bold pops of color. Gone are the days when thick-soled shoes were meant strictly for the elderly; today, fashionistas and fashionistos, young and old can rock these styles.
41 Edgy Thick-Soled Shoes
From Lavish Platform Skate Shoes to Elegant Hipster Hybrid Shoes:
Michael Hemsworth — Jan 18, 2013 — Fashion
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Retro Revival Footwear
The Loeffler Randall Spring 2012 Collection is Fun and Flirty
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Chic Floral Wedges
These Ego and Greed Bowler Esp Shoes are Perfect for Spring
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Fashionable Office Supplies
These Post-It Dispensers Will Dress Up Your Desktop
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Totem Poll-Inspired Sneakers
The JS Wings Eagle Totem Shoes Are Inspired by Native Culture
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Sugary-Sweet Sneakers
These Rainbow Sprinkles Vans Kicks Make Footwear Fun
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Multi-Hued Hybrid Kicks
The Nike Huarache Free Running Shoes are Sleek and Sporty
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Stained Loafer Platforms
The Alejandro Ingelmo Spring 2013 Collection Amps Up Height
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Aztec Moccasin Hybrid Shoes
The Vans Sk8-Hi Sneaker Marries Two Classic Footwear Styles
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Whale-Inspired Footwear
The Kobi Levi Orca Collection is Fishy
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Cutout Wooden Wedges
Style Bubble Rocks the Jil Sander SS10 Wedge to Perfection
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Textured Floral Footwear
The Newest Raf Simons Sneakers Boasts a Bold Flowery Design
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Fruit Punch Footwear
The 'Bananas Is My Business' Pumps are Tastefully Fruity
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Funky Fish Tank Heels
Get Your Groove On with These Unusual Fish Tank Platform Shoes
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Custom-Illustrated Kicks
Jolby Sneakers are Hand-Painted and Completely Unique
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Elegent Hipster Hybrid Shoes
Tricker's Grey Golosh Brogues are Perfect for the Fashion Savvy
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Lemonade-Hued Hightops
The Supra Skytop III is the Ultimate Skate Sneaker
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Neon-Accented Kicks
The Jordan CMFT 11 Viz Air in Anthracite/Volt-Black
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Somber Suede Kicks
George Cox x British Remains Give a Classic Spin to an Iconic Model
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Business Suited Sneakers
Nike's New Stylish Running Shoe Will Have You Perform with Class
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Stilted Heels
Luxirare Creates Towering Black Suede Wedges to Make You a Giantess
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Glitzy Holiday Footwear
Stylish Gals Get Into the Holidays With Charlotte Olympia 2012 Col
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Sweet 60s Kicks
PF Flyers WindJammers Bring Old-School Back in Style
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Street Art Sneakers
The Ugg x Claw Money Collaboration is an Unexpected Departure
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Multi-Colored Couture Kicks
The Prada Tricolor Lace-up Shoes are a Treat For the Hipsters
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Cowboy-Inspired High Tops
The Js Forum Hi Sneakers Fuse Western and Urban Styles
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Masculinely Feminine Dress Shoes
Polish Up Your Wardrobe With a Pair of Grenson Shoes
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Feminine Punk-Inspired Shoes
The Cole Haan LunarGrands Kicks Mix Classic & Contemporary
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Azure Boat Shoes
A Tantalizing Preview of the Vane and Sebago Fall 2011 Collaboration
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Lavish Platform Skate Shoes
These Platform Vans are Fresh, Funky and Fashion-Forward
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Two-Toned Hiking Boots
The Lanvin Tall Hiking Boot is a Rugged Look for the French Brand
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Winged Jean Kicks
The JS Wings Denim Shoes are Angelic
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Recycled Suede Shoes
The Beyond Skin Footwear Line is Made Largely from Recycled Bottles
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Sleek Safari Kicks
The Bonanza Leopard Fashion Shoes Sandals are Destined to Adorn a Wild Wardrobe
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High Heeled Menswear Boots
Opening Ceremony's Leopard Print M6 Shoes Are Chunky
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Lavish Reptilian Trail Boots
Experience the Great Outdoors in Designer Yuketen Huntboots
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Serpent Skin Kicks
The Pierre Hardy Whittle-Snake Shoes are Rock-Star Ready
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Adorable Charitable High Heels
The TOMS Sophie Wedge Offers Perfect Summer Style
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Heavy Metal Fan Footwear
The Metallica Sneakers Help You Rock While You Walk
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Hiking Hybrid Sneakers
Bernhard Willhelm's Fall/Winter 2012 Footwear Combines Outerwear Themes
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Glittery Botanic Wedges
The Prada Sequin Platforms are Bedazzled to the Max
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Honeycomb Yellow Kicks
Nike Air Max 1 LAM Brings Warm Colors to Reflect Summer Weather
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Durable Urbanite Shoe Designs
The Nike C1TY Surplus Keeps Feet Feeling Cool Yet Protected
Minimalist Rugged Hiking Shoes
The North Face Clyffe Suede Shoes Have a Vibram Megagrip Outsole
Maximalist Ultra-Cushioned Sneakers
The HOKA Bondi 9 Has 2mm of New Cushioning
Comfort-Forward High Heels
The Vida Collection Offers Heels That Love You Back
Sneaker-Like Leather Clogs
The Birkenstock Boston Crosstown Has a Rugged Outsole
Slim Profile Slippers
Brunch Launched Its Slim Minimalist Slipper 'The Classic' for Summer
Futuristic Slip-On Sneaker Models
The Nike Clogposite Returns After it Debuted in the Early 2000s
Electric Truck Shoe Concepts
The 'CyberShoes' Footwear Project is Inspired by the Cybertruck
Flat-Soled Sporty Fashionable Sneakers
COMME des GARÇONS and Nike Present a Field General 82
Formal Skate Boat Sneakers
Vans Introduces the Formal Vans 2 Eyelet Footwear Model
Soft Suede Premium Sneakers
Prada Introduces a New Trail Sneaker with Plush Suede
Aerodynamic Perforated Footwear
Crocs and Dingyun Zhang Join on the Diffuser Slip-On
Chunky Base Sneaker Models
Nike Introduces a Look at the Chunky Air Max Portal Shoes
Triple-Strap Hybrid Heels
The Ballerina by SNEEX Features Hy-Heel Engineering for Enhanced Comfort
Retail-Exclusive Stark Blue Footwear
These Nike Air Max 95 Trainers are Exclusive to JD
Second-Skin Luxury Footwear
Balenciaga Presents the Dynamic Zero Shoe with Unique Grip
Sleek Suede Skate Clog-Mules
Vans Introduces the Cozy New Harbor Mule V3 Model
Fashion-Inspired Skate Shoes
The Old Skool 36 Souvenir Brings Luxe Detailing to an Iconic Model
Ultra-Chunky Base Running Shoes
HOKA Presents a New Bondi 9 Sneaker to its Lineup
Espadrille Leather Sneakers
CLOT x adidas Mundial Replaces Cupsole with Woven Espadrille Base
Revived Driving Shoes
Vagabond Shoemakers Debuted a Refined Take on a Retro Silhouette
Backless Comfort Shoes
Moondeck's Lunar Tide 1 is a Backless Slide-Inspired Slip-On
Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes
adidas and Y-3 Introduce the Newest Range of Footwear
Lifestyle-Catering Molded Footwear
adidas Presents the Harden Vol. 9 in a Molded Leather Look
Urban Cushioning Sneakers
ASICS Gel-Quantum Kinetic SP Has Layered Uppers and Sculpted Sole Tech
Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers
Vans Tokyo Design Collective Introduces the Vans Varsity Collection
Progressively Growing Sneakers
Target and Dr D;Wayne Edwards Introduce the Unique ÜNOS by Sz
Sophisticated Tassel-Detailed Shoes
Vans Introduces a Look at the Elevated Carver Sneaker Model
Hybrid Sneaker-Inspired Boots
The Luca Chukka Sneaker Boot is Handcrafted in Portugal
Impact-Absorption Leather Sneakers
Nike Introduces a New Premium Touch to the Shox Sneaker
Fuzzy Plush Clog Footwear
The Nike Calm Mule Will Come in Three New Options for the Holidays
Sleek Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Presents the New Court Shot Sneaker with Minimal Design
Square Toe Minimal Shoes
The Cubism SQ is Released in Core Black and Cream White Colorways
Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear
The Common Projects Hiking Boots are Handmade in Italy
Collaborative Fashion Puffy Boots
adidas and Moon Boot Work in Collaboration on the BOOST Sneaker
Concrete Brick-Themed Footwear
The He She Brick Slippers Have an Industrial Appearance
Thin-Sole Lifestyle Sneakers
Reebok Introduces its Slim Street Legacy U Sneaker Model
Spring-Ready Intricately Laced Shoes
Rick Owens Presents the Megalaced Mule for SS25
Unique Platform-Style Sandals
4CCCCEES Offers Distinct Buckle Sandals
Prickly Monochromatic Sleek Footwear
A$AP Rocky and PUMA Launch New Mostro 3D Shoes
Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Sneaker Model Gets a Black Toe Version
Minimal Nubuck Skate Shoes
HAVEN x OTW by Vans Authentic 44 Vibram Refines a Classic Silhouette
Ultra-Plush Cushioned Sneakers
adidas Introduces a New Chunky Samba Model Reflecting a Puffer
Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers
CLOT and adidas Remix a New Pair of Gazelle Sneakers
Comfortable Closed-Toe Shoe Designs
Birkenstock Debuts the HIGHWOOD MOC LACE LOW Silhouette
Puffy Technical Winter Boots
Suicoke Continues to Grow its Vibram Furoshiki Project
Reissued Technical Skate Footwear
Globe Presents New Sneakers with the Vibram Kakkoi Sole
3D Printed Shoe Platforms
Fitasy Makes Custom-Fit 3D Printed Shoes More Affordable & Accessible
Skate-Centric Classic Footwear
Vans Introduces the Refreshed Skate Old Skool 36+ Model
Platform Statement Shoes
These 8-Inch Flip-Flops Make a Towering (And Pricey) Fashion Statement
Elevated Industrial Boots
The Rick Owens x Dr. Martens Quad Boot Trio Transforms into Sculptures
Winter-Ready Skateboard Shoes
Vans Old Skool Premium GORE-TEX are Available in Japan
NYC-Inspired Sneaker Designs
The Coach Soho Sneaker Collection is Chic and Urban-Informed
70s Skate Era-Inspired Footwear
ERL Introduces the Camino and the Coupe Shoe with a Retro Look
Ballerina-Inspired High-End Shoes
Givenchy's Sliced Square Ballerina Immediately Captures the Eye
Virtual Heel Try-Ons
WANNA Launched a Virtual Try-On Experience for High-Heeled Shoes
Luxurious Ergonomic Footwear
Thibo Denis Launchis His Birkenstock 1774 Line of Premium Shoes
Sponge-Like Shoes
The Adidas 'Zponge' Sneaker is Ultra-Cushy
Progrssive Chunky Running Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Uplift SC Sneaker Model
Dynamic Sole Unit Sneakers
adidas Brings Attention to its New Zponge Sneaker Model
Comfortable Casual Lifestyle Shoes
STOKE Footwear Emphasizes Style and Comfort in Everyday Wear
Fashion House-Made Skate Sneakers
CELINE Presents the Premium Huntington Skate Shoe
Tactical Triple-Leather Boots
The Birkenstock Jackson Boot is Comfy and Stylish
Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers
The Gucci Slip-On Sneaker Has a Monogram Molded Rubber Sole
Japanese-Made All-Leather Footwear
Hender Scheme Launches a Look at its Winter/Spring 2025 Series
Textured Leather Footwear
The Dime x Paraboot THIERS Collaboration Releases a Patterned Update
Patterned Puffy Artisanal Shoes
Suicoke and Story mfg. Present a New Collection Together
Toe-Shaped Footwear
The Vibram FiveFingers Fw2025 Collection Introduces Updated Barefoot Models
Cushioned Base Sporty Footwear
adidas Presents the New Sporty Samba Millenium Sneaker
Chunky Archival Skate Sneakers
The Estazzo Sneaker by Vans Gets a Revamped Look
Collaborative Cushioned Sneakers
Caroline Hu and adidas Originals Join Forces on the SL 72s
Elevated Ultra-Chunky Lifestyle Shoes
BEAMS Gives the HOKA Bondi B3LS Sneakers an Upgrade
Mule-Style Streetwear Sneakers
The Vans Authentic Sneakers Now Have a Crushable Heel
Fish Bone-Inspired Shoe Designs
Giuseppe Zanotti Brings Back Its Signature Slim Collection
Preppy Minimal Skate Sneakers
Nicole Hause Joins Nike on a Special Pair of Dunk Shoes
Dynamic Graphic Skate Sneakers
S.R. STUDIO. LA. CA. and OTW By Vans Join on a Sneaker
Luxe Long-Lasting House Shoes
The Barbour Hall Quilted Slippers Have a Diamond Pattern
Hybrid Slip-On Sleek Loafers
Air Jorda Presents the Stealthy Mule Loafer Model
Ultra-Thin Premium Fashion Sneakers
Prada Introduces a Look at the Dynamic Collapse Sneaker
Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear
Clarks Offers Versatile Classic Shoes for Everyday Wear
Music-Oriented Skateboarding Footwear
Vans Unveils its Premium Old Skool Music Collection
Barefoot-Inspired Winter Footwear
The Vivobarefoot Explorer Mid Embraces Winter Weather
Heavy-Duty Cozy Slip-On Shoes
Carhartt WIP and SUBU Create a Pair of Puffy Shoes
Flexible Grounding Footwear
Terra Grounding Shoes Feature a Carbon-Infused Conductive Sole
Textured Floral Design Footwear
Oasis Society Features Spring-Themed Shoes with 3D Florals
Comfortable Spring-Forward Footwear
Clarks Offers Spring Comfort with a Range of Styles
Outerwear-Inspired Footwear Styles
The North Face Basecamp Footwear is Rugged Yet Stylish
Sneaker-Inspired Slip-On Loafers
The Air Jordan Mule Dark Team Red Has a High-Gloss Finish
Super-Flat Luxurious Sneakers
Maison Margiela Presents Its New Sprinters Low-Top Shoes
Streetwear Oxford Footwear
The Supreme x Dr. Martens Fall 2025 Edition Updates the 1461 3-Eye Shoe
Minimalist Barefoot Gym Sneakers
The Vivobarefoot Motus Strength II Comes in Four Colors
Animal-Print Patterned Skate Sneakers
Nike's Dunk Low Sneaker Gets a Snakeskin Colorway
Weatherproof Skateboard Sneakers
The Vans LX Old Skool 36 GORE-TEX Sneakers are Springtime-Ready
Shearling-Lined Suede Slippers
The Brunch Amour Suede Shearling Bridges Indoor and Outdoor Wear
Collaborative Wedged Sneaker Heels
Isabel Marant and Converse Unveil a Chuck 70 Wedge
Minimalist Leather Sandals
The Softstar Camino Lite Sandals Mimic Barefoot Walking
Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear
Louis Vuitton Unveiled the 'LV BUTTERSOFT Sneaker'
Dynamic Enlarged Sole Loafers
MSCHF Introduces its New 2×4 Loafer with a Large Sole Unit
Customizable Modular Footwear Designs
Grounded People Apparel Debuts the Oyum Snap System
Ultra-Durable Skate Shoes
The OTW by Vans Authentic HT Vibram Uses Advanced Materials
Urban Lug Shoes
Timberland x DOE 3-Eye Classic Lug Updates a Heritage Silhouette with City Details
Rapidly Expanding Footwear Brands
STOKE Shoes is Now in Over 450 Retail Stores in the US
Luxurious Technical Sneakers
HOKA Introduces a Look at the Newest Advanced Elevon Sneaker
Bejeweled Checkered Footwear
Mattias Gollin Remixes the Vans Signature Slip-Ons with Jewels
Terrain-Combative Durable Footwear
Exclusive GEL-Quantum 360 VIII Utility Colorways Arrive at JD
Upcycled Cork Sneakers
Each SOLE Jasper Chukka Pair is Made with 52 Recycled Natural Wine Corks
Brogue-Style Skateboard Sneakers
The Vans Varsity Sneakers are at Once Laidback and Preppy
Feminine Technical Fashion Sneakers
Salomon and MM6 Maison Margiela Present the XT-Mary Jane
Waterproof Luxurious Dress Shoes
REGAL Shoe & Co. Launches New Takes on the Wing-Tip GXB
Dark Red Skateboarding Sneakers
Nike Introduces a Dark Team Red Colorway for the Dunk Low
Seasonally Appropriate Footwear Capsules
ALDO Shoes Presents Shoes Donned in Petals & Pearls
Ribbed Padded Sporty Slip-Ons
PUMA Introduces a Look at the Tuff Padded Slippers
Textural Chunky Collaborative Footwear
KITH and adidas Join Forces with a Festive Sneaker Capsule
Stealthy Collaborative Skate Footwear
Nike and Supreme Launch a New SB Dunk Low Sneaker
Triple Black Leather Sneakers
Nike Introduces the New Dunk Low Sneaker in Triple Black
Modern Golf Footwear Designs
Heathlander Emphasizes Style, Performance, and Comfort
Modular Mix-and-Match Footwear
Commbi's Patent-Pending Modular Footwear Uses Swappable Footbeds
Luxe Organically Shaped Shoes
MAD Architects and Fendi Create a Dynamic Sneaker Model
Monochrome Chunky Footwear
Yeezy BL-01 Bully Sneaker Introduces a New Sculpted Silhouette
Unique Footwear Designs
Fluevog Releases Quirky Shoes for Distinctive Tastes
Futuristic Sculptural Footwear
Vans Future Clog Highlights Wearable Art and Dutch Clog Heritage
Textural Update Skate Sneakers
Vans Unveils a Limited-Edition Range with Zhang Quan for LNY
Expanded Simplistic Mid Sneakers
The Air Jordan 3 Sneaker Gets a Rare Air Edition
Bold Archival Footwear
The Clarks Torhill Lo Features 10 Versatile Colors
Gothic Style Perforated Footwear
Crocs Presents the Dynamic Wednesday Stomp Clogs
Slender Retro Sneakers
The adidas SL 72 Shoes Feature Bold Colorways
Modern Golfer Footwear Designs
ASICS Has Recently Introduced the JAPAN S™ Golf Shoe
Premium Technical Rugged Footwear
Balenciaga Introduce the New Hike Sneaker Model
Minimalist Bouldering Footwear
The So iLL Athletic Bouldering Shoe 1 Was Created with Fred Nicole
Chunky Multi-Color Clogs
Crocs Adds the New Bubble Crush Clog to its Expansive Portfolio
Fashion-Centric Quilted Slippers
Sandy Liang Presents a New Range of Plush Subu Footwear
Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs
Simone Rocha and Crocs Develop Dynamic Heel-Clog Designs
Comfortable Stylish Heel Designs
Inez Delivers Heels with Proprietary Comfort Insole Units
Texturally Elevated Footwear
The 'Club C Grounds UK' Shoes Feature an Assortment of Modern Colors
Hairy Suede Handcrafted Footwear
Soccertes NY and Romantic Move Join on the Bread Clog
Vegan Fashionable Boundering Shoes
Boris Bidjan Saberi Designs the Athletic Bouldering Shoe 1
Architectural Luxury Sneakers
The Louis Vuitton LV Tilted Sneaker Arrives with an Angled Sole
Leather Footwear Ranges
ALDO Mens Footwear Series Features Loafers, Oxfords, and Boots in Leather
Dynamic Technical Sneaker Models
SATISFY Presents theROCKER Sneaker Model
Bulbous Platformed Fashion Boots
Balenciaga Introduces the Alaska Boot with a Platform Base