The Only Heels That Will Truly Never Go Out of Style
Trends may shift with the seasons, but some heels just never go out of style. These are the timeless silhouettes that manage to look elegant and polished year after year, regardless of what's trending on the runways. From classic pumps to refined slingbacks, certain heels have a way of anchoring an outfit with a sophistication that feels just as fresh now as it did decades ago. It’s a relief, honestly, to know that some things in fashion are truly seasonless investments.
So, if you’re looking to build a footwear collection that won’t need constant updating, these are the heels to have on your radar. We’re talking about styles that fit seamlessly into any wardrobe and work for a range of occasions, whether you’re dressing up for an event or just adding a bit of polish to your everyday look. Here are the forever-chic heels that deserve a spot in every closet, bringing enduring style with every step.
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Jennifer Lawrence just wore these, so there's that.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.
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