26 Gorgeous Pairs of Chunky Heels Because, Well, They're Comfy and Chic
If you’re looking for a more comfortable heel option, there’s one detail you should keep in mind. Yep, a chunkier heel. Sure, many flat-shoe silhouettes may seem a bit comfier, but if it’s heels you’re looking for, go wide for more stability.
The options for chic chunky heels are very strong right now. You can really find a range of styles at all of your go-to stores. We’re talking about everything from gorgeous chunky-sandal picks in playful colors and prints to sleek heeled loafers that could instantly add polish to any outfit to beautiful booties when you’re ready to slip into them come fall.
With all that in mind, keep scrolling to check out the best chunky heels, complete with some fresh outfit inspiration as well.
Heeled Loafers
Heeled loafers continue to be a practical and trendy pick among the fashion crowd for an easy and sophisticated vibe. Try a pair with a lower chunky heel, and you're set.
Sandals
You just can't go wrong with a cute pair of sandals to complete your favorite summer outfits. While a patterned iteration is always fun, neutral styles work as well.
Mary Janes and Pumps
Those beautiful Mary Janes and pumps will instantly add a chic flair to any ensemble, including this outfit with the sweater and jeans.
Booties
Whether you're wearing booties now or want to bookmark a standout pair for fall, consider a style with a chunky heel like the one shown here for a more comfortable option.
Next, check out more comfortable shoe options.
Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven 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 retialers 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. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.
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