The 15 Most Comfortable Platform Shoes, From Boots to Mary Janes (2024)

For those looking to invest this season, the Row is the brand to indulge in. You’ve probably seen your favorite fashion girls opting for this platform boot season after season, styling it with knitted dresses and funky maxi skirts alike. This boot is set on a 2.2-inch block platform heel, with an easy zip-up front and smooth leather.

Heel height: 2.25"

Materials: Leather

Sizes: 6.5–12

I own two pairs of these loafers, and as a comfort enthusiast, you can rest assured they’re great for all-day strolling in the city. Just take a look at the structured lug-sole platform.

Heel height: 2.25"

Materials: Leather upper, synthetic lining, rubber sole

Sizes: 5–11

Many people believe you can achieve great heights without sacrificing comfort, and Everlane agrees with that notion. Wear the Puffa clogs with everything, from denim skirts to baggy trousers. As one reviewer puts it, “These clogs feel fantastic. The heel is so comfortable. I have wide feet and was able to wear these without any discomfort.”

Heel height:

Materials: 100% leather upper

Sizes: 5–11

For those who can’t decide between a loafer and a Mary Jane, now you don’t have to choose. The best of both worlds exists in the Owena from Chloé—a platform Jane with a loafer silhouette.

Heel height: 2" block heel

Materials: Leather, EVA

Sizes: 5–11

Love the idea of a sneaker but despise the appearance? Jil Sander gets that, and so do I. These leather slip-ons are as sleek as they are comfortable, with the brand’s sophisticated minimalism evident.

Heel height: 1.5" platform

Materials: 100% calf leather

Sizes: 5–11

I’m so sorry to those who disagree, but an Ugg is chic—and they’re extremely comfortable. Set on a walkable platform, they’re cozy enough for morning Pilates and coffee dates.

Heel height: 2" platform

Materials: Suede upper, wool/Lyocell lining

Sizes: 5–12

You can sense Loewe’s devotion to real, true fashion with J.W. Anderson at the helm. Each piece is so thoughtfully designed while maintaining the house’s Old World elegance. Case in point: the Terra mules. Set on a slanted block heel, they’re both sleek and playful.

Heel height: 4.5"

Materials: Calf leather

Sizes: 5–11

Chocolate brown, edgy, and with a 1970s lean, Dries Van Noten’s boots are a pair to covet. The platform may be high, but they’re set on a block heel for effortless strutting.

Heel height: 4.5" platform

Materials: Leather insole, rubber sole

Sizes: 5–11

A 1.5-inch platform is proof that less is more. True to Jeffrey Campbell’s DNA, these Mary Jane flats embody visions of the past in a fresh way.

Heel height: 1.5" platform

Materials: Synthetic upper, leather and fabric lining

Sizes: 5–11

I have to admit, I’m quite obsessed with these sneaker-loafers from Matisse. Comfortably set on a cushioned platform, they come in a vegan suede with a variety of colors, from brown and black to navy and gray.

Heel height: 1" platform

Materials: Synthetic suede upper

Sizes: 5–10

For a totally flat shoe, look to Pilco’s ultra-comfortable options. This platform has a slingback to lock in your foot, plus a padded footbed for extra ease.

Heel height: 1"

Materials: Leather upper, insole

Sizes: 6–11

For New Year’s Eve and beyond, metallics are always at the forefront. The glossy silver leather on the Marisol heel will make a statement paired with all-black ensembles this holiday season.

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Materials: Leather

Sizes: 5–11

For an option under $100, opt for Mango. These ankle boots come in the deepest black, with a treaded platform for walking anywhere and everywhere this winter.

Heel height: 1.5" platform

Materials: 60% polyurethane, 35% polyester, 5% elastane

Sizes: 5–10

Le Corbusier’s LC4 chaise lounge inspired designer Julia Toledano to craft the Bulla Jones platform pumps, which feature a square toe and a slingback silhouette.

Heel height: 4"

Materials: Leather

Sizes: 5–11