Clockwise: Matthew Williamson Spring 2011, Donna Karan Spring 2011, Nina Ricci Spring 2011, Christopher Kane Spring 2011
I remember wearing chunky block heels practically every single day throughout high school, which is why when stiletto heels came into the picture, I welcomed the change with open arms. And now for the very same reason, I’m welcoming the comeback of block heels! Funny how things work in fashion, eh? 😉
Well, I have to admit I was hesitant when they showed up at the likes of Miu Miu and Prada in previous seasons (and, of course, seeing them on clogs didn’t help much either), but when block heels made an appearance on Louis Vuitton’s Fall 2010 show, I began warming up to them. And then any other bit of speculation died down when I first set my eyes on these highly coveted, absolutely rad booties, and the rest is history! 😉
For all you people who hate wedges, block heels are definitely a great alternative as they offer two of the key factors that wedges offer — comfort and height. They are also really easy to wear and look good paired with almost everything. Wear them with maxi skirts and socks while it’s still cold out, and of course during the summer the options are endless – from summery dresses, shorts, and rompers to cropped or flared/wide-leg pants.
With that, I leave you with a few cute and affordable block heel options below. I mostly picked sandals, because I’m so ready for spring, but booties and pumps in a block heel are also a must-have!
In Numerical Order: Bebe block heel sandal, Jessica Simpson Dani, Jeffrey Campbell Foxy-Wood, Boutique 9 Quilo Pumps, Topshop Lark Dusty Pink Knotted Sandal, Nine West Stylin
So, have block heels managed to seduce you yet? Write back, lovelies!
Keep splurging!
SK
personally i think it will be hard for me to ever wear anything other than wedges again! im obsessed. haha.but i do have a soft spot for the dani by j.simp!
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Oh yeah I love them too…and those really sell out fast!!
I remember when i started wearing heels in high school it was block heels and i used to wear really high heels and i loved it….then college came and heels were occasional…..but i am sure block heels i wdnt mind wearing again as they used to be so confi :D….but i love sleek heels even though i wonder if i will fall if i wear the high ones 😛
I love the 2nd and 5th one <3
Lol and you know since back then flared jeans were in too…I used to wear it with them and people used to think I’m super tall cuz the heels wouldn’t show with the jeans…I think I wore flats once in high school and people were “WHOA…You SHRUNK!!” 😉
I love them 🙂 I ♥ Nina Ricci spring 2011 heel you’ve put here.. very colorful, very pretty …should sit pretty in every girl’s shoerack.. amen.
So buying the nine west shoe! I love heels – wedges, blog, platforms – bring it on!
I am a huge block heel fan, I find wedges a bit uncomfortable and I have a black satin one that I have worn so much for the last two years that poor thing has got holes all over the satin. 🙁 Needless to say I’m in the market for a new pair. 🙂
Thanks for these wonderful options girl. 🙂
Look forward to hearing from you
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Tashrin – A Toronto based personal style blog
yes they did seduce me 🙂