This Is What Fashion People Wear With Ankle-Strap Heels

There are a few heel silhouettes that could be considered classic styles, and ankle-strap heels fall into that category. There is something so elegant and timeless about that perfect pair of ankle-strap heels, whether it’s a stiletto, platform, or even a kitten heel. If you too adore the silhouette, you’re going to love what’s coming your way.
Below, you’ll uncover a range of style references showcasing what fashion people wear with ankle-strap heels. You know, in case you’re interested in a bit of outfit inspiration for the next time you reach for your favorite pair. Keep scrolling for flawless outfit pairings, complete with shopping recommendations—including some of the best ankle-strap heels on the market right now.
This is a no-fail outfit formula for summer featuring a printed dress, basket bag, and gorgeous ankle-strap heels in a colorful hue.
For a forward night-out vibe, consider a trending oversize shirt teamed with shorts and strappy sandals.
This is another standout evening look. A very-right-now miniskirt with a top or bodysuit works flawlessly with coordinating heels.
Your favorite black dress paired with playful ankle-strap heels is chic and easy.
Go for cropped jeans or trousers to show off your heels. The blouse-and-knit-vest pairing is also quite cute.
Next, check out more outfit ideas.
Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.
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