Us Weekly has a managed partnership. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Read more!
Nothing elongates your legs like the right sandals, and with the mini dress season in full swing, we want all the length we can get. There’s a reason platform sandals are trending, especially among people who know the flattering secret. We found 13 chic summer pairs that will make you look inches taller!
Whether you’re looking for espadrille wedges, cushiony flip-flops, cool-mom slides or this season’s most divisive shoe style, you’ll find it below. These trendy shoes flatter your legs while enhancing your beauty, so don’t be surprised if heads turn. Even better, they cover the entire range of summer seasons, price points and moods. Let’s shop!
13 Platform sandals that are comfortable to look tall
1. What we like: With a subtle platform, these mini-wedge sandals add height without shouting about it. They are neutral enough to be combined with denim, sundresses and linen pants.
2. High Flip-Flops: A memory foam footbed meets a clean, minimalist design in these everyday flip-flops. A gentle lift stretches your legs while feeling like a cloud under your feet.
3. Walking Miles: Built for true mobility, these supportive platform sandals keep you steady on uneven roads. They can replace your sneakers!
4. The Elegant Espadrille: Slip on these chic espadrilles with a midi dress or cropped jeans for instant put-together vibes.
5. Reef Deal: Take these lightweight Reef sandals for morning coffee runs, school trips and weekend activities. They are the shoes you slip into without thinking.
6. Choice of classification: Yes, they are Crocs. But these contrasting Crocs sandals are insanely cute, boasting both a chunky sole and a sleek silhouette.
7. Best Seller Warning: Skeleton sandals usually look like skeleton sandals, but not this time! These Dr. wedges. Scholl doesn’t give you official support in the Insta-worthy way.
8. Busy Mornings: Fumbling with buckets is the last thing you need. These lightweight slip-ons slip on quickly, and the genuine leather gets better with age.
9. Extra Cushiony: Wear these two-strap sandals from board to dinner without changing shoes. Your feet will thank you at eight o’clock.
10. MVP of Clothing: Woven fabric, an adjustable ankle strap and a sturdy base make these espadrille sandals a real wardrobe staple. Brown goes perfectly with white and denim.
11. A good mother: If you’re sick of choosing between comfort and style, opt for these stylish Heydude slides. They are featherlight, comfortable for hours and polished, thanks to the metallic sheen.
12. Sassy Snakeskin: It’s hard to believe that these expensive-looking snakeskin sandals are only $30. The print adds an instant edge while the modest 1.75-inch platform stretches your legs.
13. Hamptons Vibes: Raffia-style laces give these classy woven slippers a beachy appeal. Combine with linen, denim and every white outfit in your closet.
I spent a week in London, and if there’s one fashion tip I learned, it’s that these 13 summer shoe styles rule rich moms’ wardrobes. Rich ladies need shoes that enhance their beauty while supporting their feet, which is why women in the UK choose these comfortable sneakers, sandals, flats and […]
