There's no denying the ballet flat has completely dominated the shoe world, since, well, 2022 when Miu Miu put its satin iterations on the autumn/winter runway. And even though they've been around for a few years now, I've still only bought one mesh pair that I wear now and again. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate the trend, and I like them on other people, but I've always been a heels girl. So much so, I have a vast collection stored under my TV unit (London rental life) and they all have one thing in common: a low heel.
While my university days would see me tottering around in the highest of heels––I even had Lady Gaga-style heelless pairs––I now favour style that are less likely to cause a back injury. Which is why I'm more than happy to embrace the kitten heel. As a mule fan, a lot of my shoes already have this wearable heel height. And I've seen so many other fashion people wearing kitten heels with everything from jorts and mini skirts to jeans. The fact is, they go with any outfit, they're as comfy as they are chic and they elevate (quite literally) an otherwise simple look. Which is why I'm calling it, kitten heels are about to be the shoe of the season for autumn 2024.
Whether it's tall boots with a kitten heel, a sandal to wear to a wedding or a slingback for the office, I've found 24 high street, mid-price and designer kitten heels to add to your collection from the likes of & Other Stories, Dear Frances and Manolo Blahnik.
How To Wear Kitten Heels in 2024:
Sylvie ticks off three trends in one with kitten heel slingbacks, Bermuda shorts and a suede bag.
Hello, dream transitional look. Love how Adenorah has layered a polo shirt over a classic white T-shirt and elevated a mini skirt with heeled mules.
Put chunky flat boots aside this autumn in favour of sleek, kitten heel iterations. Make like Lydia and add a suede jacket and jeans for the ultimate autumn-ready ensemble.
Abi pairs her kitten heel mules with a lace skirt and classic white tee for a simple and elegant dinner look that still feels really chic.
Shop the Best Kitten Heels:
The Best High-Street Kitten Heels:
I just bought these to wear with baggy jeans.
Mesh heels––as well as ballet flats––are an autumn hero accessory.
I would wear these with a matching burgundy bag.
The ankle chain detail sold it for me.
These look so much more expensive than they are.
Chic with a capital C.
Everyone will ask where you got these from.
The comeback print everyone is talking about.
The Best Mid-Price Kitten Heels:
To go with everything else chocolatey brown this season.
Ticking off all the trends in one dream shoe.
A wedding guest favourite.
St. Agni is one of my favourite minimalist brands.
My advice? Invest in a really good suede spray.
I predict they'll be just as popular as the ballet flat version.
These feel very Parisian.
I have so many pairs of heeled thong sandals, but I need these.
The Best Designer Kitten Heels:
Tan suede is key so don't hesitate to add these to your love-forever shoe collection.
To wear with every outfit, forever and ever.
The colour, the heel, the pointed toe––perfection.
I've thought about these for a while, so maybe it's a sign to finally get them.
I would wear these with jorts and a shirt for work.
I think I'm actually in love.
If 2024 was a shoe.
These are so inclusive in sizes 1-12.
