The Top-Rated Black Heels at the Stores You Actually Shop
If you were to name the workhorses in your shoe collection, I'm guessing that black heels would, undoubtedly, rank high on your list. While you may have a variety of pairs you wear with any number of outfits, do you have the pair? If not, there are plenty of recommendations waiting for you here.
There is clearly a wide range of options out there on the market from just about every store imaginable, but to zero in on the most recommended styles that have been put to the test, we pulled the top-rated black heels from the places you actually shop on the internet. Here, we're talking about the most popular and comfortable silhouettes, with styles ranging from mules to slingbacks to stilettos. If you're ready to dive in, there are plenty to look at ahead. Keep scrolling to find your perfect new pair of pumps that have the best customer reviews.
Mules
4.6 out of 5 stars"So cute, simple, and beautiful!"
5 out of 5 stars
"I walked almost a mile in these slides, and they were so comfy. Buy them!"
5 out of 5 stars"It's not too low, and it's not too high. The height of the shoes is good, so the feet are comfortable."
4.6 out of 5 stars
"Very comfortable and stylish. Great height too! Will be my go-to this spring/summer."
4 out of 5 stars
"Fun and comfortable and look great with all my sundresses."
Slingbacks
5 out of 5 stars
"True to size, fit comfortably, not too high, for everyday use."
4.5 out of 5 stars
"Super comfortable! I feel like I could wear these shoes all day at work without a problem."
4.8 out of 5 stars
"I love a good slingback pump, and this one is super comfortable."
Block Heels
4.7 out of 5 stars"The fit is very comfortable, while the look is still elegant and classic."
5 out of 5 stars"I love this shoe and have it in so many colors! The design of the shoe provides great support, with a confident, sexy look."
Stilettos
5 out of 5 stars
"They fit perfectly and are stunning showstoppers. You can wear them dressy, but they look great casual with jeans. I love them!!"
4 out of 5 stars"The shoes are very comfortable and versatile! Thinking to get another pair in different color."
4 out of 5 stars
"Beautiful shoe! I wore them to an event that lasted six hours with no trouble and received multiple compliments!"
4.7 out of 5 stars"I debated between buying these and a less expensive dupe, and I am so happy with my decision to get these."
Pumps
5 out of 5 stars
"I searched online for a list of high-end designers whose styles are more fitting and flattering to the shape of my foot, and Sergio Rossi came up. I bought these and have been enjoying the same sexy silhouette available to my triangle or oval toe bed–shaped sisters."
4.6 out of 5 stars"My favorite heels!! So comfortable that I can wear them all day and not have sore feet at the end of the day!"
5 out of 5 stars
"These are the perfect classic black pumps. They're a good height and super comfortable."
Next, check out the 20 most comfortable sneakers at Nordstrom.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury and runway content as well as wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, Tiffany & Co., and MyTheresa, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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