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
Vince Camuto
Arlinala Square Toe High Heel Sandals
4.6 out of 5 stars"So cute, simple, and beautiful!"
Christian Louboutin
East Slide Sandal
5 out of 5 stars "I walked almost a mile in these slides, and they were so comfy. Buy them!"
Who What Wear
Joy Mule
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."
Michael Michael Kors
Amelia High Heel Sandals
4.6 out of 5 stars "Very comfortable and stylish. Great height too! Will be my go-to this spring/summer."
FSJ
Peep Toe Mule Sandals
4 out of 5 stars "Fun and comfortable and look great with all my sundresses."
Slingbacks
Calvin Klein
Coreta Slingback Pump
5 out of 5 stars "True to size, fit comfortably, not too high, for everyday use."
Jeffrey Campbell
Dessert Slingback Sandal
5 out of 5 stars"Strongly recommended."
Franco Sarto
Slingback Pumps
4.5 out of 5 stars "Love these shoes. The fit is perfect."
IDIFU
Strappy Heels
4.5 out of 5 stars "Super comfortable! I feel like I could wear these shoes all day at work without a problem."
Schutz
Boris Slingback Pumps
4.8 out of 5 stars "I love a good slingback pump, and this one is super comfortable."
Block Heels
Sam Edelman
Classic Daniella Heels
4.7 out of 5 stars"Very flattering. Comfortable shoes"
Marc Fisher
Zara Pointed Toe Pumps
4.7 out of 5 stars"The fit is very comfortable, while the look is still elegant and classic."
Marc Fisher
Mlzala Pumps
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."
Dream Pairs
Block Heel Sandals
4 out of 5 stars "These are actually incredibly comfortable."
Stilettos
Marc Fisher
Davis Buckle Sandal
5 out of 5 stars "Comfy and sexy."
Schutz
Cadey Lee Sandals
5 out of 5 stars"Affordable, sleek, and comfortable."
Malone Souliers
Maureen Mule Pumps
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!!"
Stuart Weitzman
Nudistsong 100mm Sandals
4 out of 5 stars"The shoes are very comfortable and versatile! Thinking to get another pair in different color."
Kenneth Cole
Berry Heeled Sandals
4 out of 5 stars "Beautiful shoe! I wore them to an event that lasted six hours with no trouble and received multiple compliments!"
Stuart Weitzman
Nudistsong High-Heel Sandals
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
Sergio Rossi
Godiva 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."
Schutz
Blasiana Pumps
4.8 out of 5 stars"Love this shoe! I bought the shoe to wear to a wedding."
Coach
Waverly Beadchain Pointed-Toe Pumps
4.6 out of 5 stars"Amazing quality!"
Nine West
Fifth Pointy Toe Pumps
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!"
Sam Edelman
Hazel Pumps
5 out of 5 stars "These are the perfect classic black pumps. They're a good height and super comfortable."
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear. She oversees luxury and runway content, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte and Allure. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.