Platform Sandals Are It, so I Found the 24 Best Pairs

Everyone has that one thing they love shopping for. For some, it's denim. For others, it's luxe staples or rising trends. But for me, it's always shoes. Searching for minimal sandals or saving for a great pair of classic shoes brings me more joy than I care to admit. While I don't like to play favorites when it comes to my babies, one shoe trend has my full attention: platform sandals. And I know I'm not the only one currently in love with platform shoes. If you scroll through Instagram on any given day, you'll see the platform's popularity has reached new heights. This is partially due to the buzzy shoes floating to the top of every fashion girl's wish list. But it's also because there are so many ways to wear platforms.

Platform shoes are arguably one of the easiest styles to incorporate into your wardrobe right now, as you can find them in various iterations. You really can't go wrong with any version of this shoe because they're all cute. That said, with summer on the horizon, investing in a pair of platform sandals makes sense. So, I've scoured the internet to narrow down the best platform sandals to shop at every price point. From minimal to colorful, affordable to luxurious, there's a pair ahead for everyone.

Under $250

Vince Camuto Pendry Platform Sandals

Rating: 4.6/5 stars

Specs: Available in black and tan with a 4 1/2" heel and 1" platform.

Editor Highlight: You can wear these to every wedding this summer.

Reviewer Highlight: "I love these shoes!! I wear them to almost every formal event. They look great with all dresses and are very comfortable. I’ve worn them for hours multiple times."

Tony Bianco Ives Black Como Sandals

Rating: 4.5/5 stars

Specs: Available in black, white, and tan with a 1" platform.

Editor Highlight: Row aesthetics on a budget.

Reviewer Highlight: "These are very well made, as they have soft leather. They pair wonderfully with so many outfits. I would definitely recommend purchasing them. I'm a fan!!"

Jeffery Campbell Caviar Platform Slide Sandal

Rating: 4.4/5 stars

Specs: Available in six colors with 3 1/2" heel and 1" platform

Editor Highlight: These platform mules will become a hero staple in your work wardrobe.

Reviewer Highlight: "I wore these to a wedding and was amazed at how I was able to wear them all night long with absolutely no pain."

Vagabond Courtney Platform Sandals

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 Stars

Specs: Available in black, green, and tan with 2" platform

Editor Highlight: Just think of all the ways you can style these bad boys.

Reviewer Highlight: "As someone who is already tall, I much prefer wearing flatforms to special events vs traditional heels. I wore this pair to an outdoor wedding, and they were perfect for walking over grassy areas. They were so comfortable that I wore them and danced in them the whole night!"

Sam Edleman Kori Platform Heel

Rating: 4.7/5 Stars

Specs: Available in nine colors with 4 1/4" heel and 2" platform

Editor Highlight: These sandals look way more luxurious than their price tag might suggest.

Reviewer Highlight: "Beautiful shoe with a comfortable fit. As a shorter woman with a wider and flatter foot, this shoe feels sturdy and supportive."

Steve Madden Bigmona Platform Sandal

Rating: 4.7/5 stars

Specs: Available in seven colors with "2 platform

Editor Highlight: The hardware elevates this otherwise casual silhouette.

Reviewer Highlight: "I live these sandals. My feet swell a lot, so being able to adjust the straps is a plus in my books. They're very comfortable."

Schutz Keefa Nappa Leather Sandal

Rating: 4.3/5 Stars

Specs: Available in six colorways with 4" heel and 1 1/2" platform

Editor Highlight: These will fit seamlessly into your wardrobe.

Reviewer Highlight: "These platform sandals are beautiful!! Elegant and oh so comfortable."

Open Edit Gisella Platform Slide Sandal

Rating: 4.3/5 stars

Specs: Available in tan and black with 2" heel and 1 1/2" platform

Editor Highlight: Raffia platforms rise above all other trends for me.

Reviewer Highlight: "Love this shoe! I can’t wait to pair it with cute white jeans or summer dresses!"

Under $500

Simon Miller Blackout Platform

Rating: 4/5 Stars

Specs: Available in black with a 4" platform

Editor Highlight: You can wear these for seasons to come.

Reviewer Highlight: "I know some people will say these are too expensive for a basic shoe; however, for me, they’re well worth it. I’m short and love high heels, but due to problems with my feet, I can only wear platforms. These appear to be well made, easy to walk in, and comfortable, yet very high."

Ancient Greek Sandals Aristea Leather Platform Sandals

Rating: 4.2/5 Stars

Specs: Available in black, tan, off-white, and taupe with "1 platform

Editor Highlight: These look so comfortable.

Reviewer Highlight: "Cute sandals. ⁦Love them!!⁩"

Reformation Maize Platform Sandal

Rating: 4.1/5 Stars

Specs: Available in six colors with 2" heel and 1" platform.

Editor Highlight: Metallic platforms are ideal for wedding season.

Reviewer Highlight: "They fit perfectly true to size. They are comfy if standing or sitting or even dancing all hours of the night. The leather is very soft. I love them."

Loeffler Randall Rivka Dune Knot Platform Sandal

Rating: 4.8/5 Stars

Specs: Available in six colors with "5 heel and "1 platform.

Editor Highlight: These platforms are begging for a night out on the dance floor.

Reviewer Highlight: "I needed a dressy heel for a wedding that was stylish and comfortable on grass that would allow me to stand for hours—this is it!!! The shoe is true-to-size for me, but I have a pretty narrow foot, so this shoe may be a problem if you have a wide foot. This shoe is sophisticated and gorgeous for being a platform as it's not too chunky or cheap looking; it's perfection!!"

Gucci Rubber Logo Platform Slide Sandal

Rating: 4.3/5

Specs: Available in black and white with 2 1/4" heel and 3/4" platform

Editor Highlight: These are worth every penny.

Reviewer Highlight: "Love love love these shoes! I get so many compliments when I wear them, and they practically go with everything. You can dress them up or down."

Larroudé Dolly Mules

Rating: 4.3/5 Stars

Specs: Available in five colors with 4.5" heel and 1.5" platform

Editor Highlight: There's nothing better than a pair of neutral sandals.

Reviewer Highlight: "These shoes are so cute and sexy simultaneously. I thought they were also comfortable and go with a lot."

Rating: 4.8/5 Stars

Specs: Available in three colors with 1 1/2" heel and 1" platform.

Editor Highlight: The platform footbed on these slides elevates them (quite literally).

Reviewer Highlight: "I loved these sandals, perfect for summer, I was surprised how comfortable they are. They look incredible with different outfits."

Castañer Anne Raffia Platform Sandals

Rating: 4.8/5

Specs: Available in various colors with 5.2" heels and 2" platforms.

Editor Highlight: Pair these platforms with an oversized button-down shirt and a woven bag, and you'll basically be Parisian.

Reviewer Highlight: "Beautiful heels and so well made. They will be a summer staple for sure!⁩"

Invest In

Jimmy Choo Saeda Suede Platform Sandals

Rating: 5/5 Stars

Specs: Available in five colors with "5 heel and 1" platform.

Editor Highlight: The chain ankle strap on these platform sandals is *chef’s kiss*.

Reviewer Highlight: "Gorgeous and elegant. True to size. Surprisingly comfortable and easy to walk in."

Prada Diagram Double Strap Slide Sandal

Rating: 4.7/5 Stars

Specs: Available in black and beige with 1 1/2" heel and 1" platform.

Editor Highlight: Now’s the time to invest in a designer pair of platforms.

Reviewer Highlight: "I saw these in store and tried them on as a fun summer sandal and was shocked by how comfortable they are! I could walk in these for hours without an issue, and I loved them so much that I ended up getting them in both colors. These do run big for me, so I needed these in a half-size down for a perfect fit. But I'm so excited to wear them all summer long!"

Saint Laurent Leather Platform Sandals

Rating: 4/5 Stars

Specs: Available in tan, black, and white with 6" heel and 1 3/4" platform.

Editor Highlight: If I had these Saint Laurent platforms in my life, I’d be truly living.

Reviewer Highlight: "Gorgeous! life-changing shoes!"

Coperni Croc Embossed Wedge Sandals

Rating: 4/5 Stars

Specs: Available in various colors with a 3.5" platform.

Editor Highlight: Don’t be afraid to spice up your thong sandals.

Reviewer Highlight: "These looked even better in person! Super comfy and so original looking!"

Amina Muaddi Dalida Platform Sandal

Rating: 4/5 Stars

Specs: Available in multiple colors with 5 1/2" heel and 1 1/2" platform.

Editor Highlight: Barbie would love these platform sandals.

Reviewer Highlight: "The platform has springs so these are so easy to walk in. Get so many compliments on them."

Tod's Gomma Buckled Leather Platform Sandals

Rating: 5/5 Stars

Specs: Available in tand and black with 1" platform.

Editor Highlight: It's the buckles that sold me on these sandals.

Reviewer Highlight: "Prettiest sandals I ever bought, and they're so comfortable too!"

Valentino Garavani Tan-Go Patent Leather Pumps

Rating: 4/5 Stars

Specs: Available in three colors with 6.1" heel and 2.2'' platform

Editor Highlight: Valentino's platform sandals continue to be the most coveted shoes among the style set.

Reviewer Highlight: "These are gorgeous and comfortable for the height"

Miu Miu Tire Platform Slingback Sandal

Rating: 5/5 Stars

Specs: Available in black with 2 1/4" heel and 1 1/4" platform.

Editor Highlight: These look so comfortable.

Reviewer Highlight: "Extremely comfortable and stylish."

This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.