Wedge Boots Are the Most Comfortable Shoe for Everyday Wear (Without Giving Up Heels)

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Wedge boots are that rare perfect compromise between elegant and everyday comfort. We often resort to high heels when we want to make an outfit look dressy and special, but then they end up destroying our feet as the hours go by. There’s no doubt that a great heel or platform can do a lot for a look, especially for those of us on the shorter side, but I don’t think anyone truly believes they’re ever as comfortable as a pair of sneakers.

However, there is a solution for a shoe that is both elevated and easy to walk in. They’re an old acquaintance, too: wedge boots. Yes, the shoes you probably loved in the 2010s are back on trend. Get them in black, brown, or white so they go with everything—you’ll get a great cost per wear, because these are the kind of shoes that can last from 9 to 9 (and beyond). They offer an elegant silhouette and stylish accent to any outfit, but they’re decidedly more practical for walking than any heel in your closet.

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What made the wedge boot such a must-have back then remains it’s biggest selling point now: Unlike a thin heel, which concentrates all the pressure on the front of the foot, a wedge distributes the weight evenly and allows each step to feel more stable even with the height. We’re seeing them everywhere in street style looks, but they’re also practical for everyday wear too. Wear them to the office with a satin skirt or out to a party with friends with trendy lace tights and shorts.

You can find these boots at most major retailers, no matter your price point, but we also shopped out a few of our favorites from online for you below.

Azalea Wang Asaf Wedge Booties

Circus NY by Sam Edelman Wedge Bootie

Putu Fold-Over Wedge Boots

Vagabond Shoemakers Aino Wedge Booties

A version of this article was previously published in Vogue Spain.