Guiding Light: Everything You Need to Know About Platforms

There’s more to the platform than meets the eye. Not just the footwear of choice for the dancing disco divas of the 70s or the quirky kids of the modern age, the family of platforms are as complex and chic as any of their other flat-soled counterparts.

Follow along with us as we act as your guiding light to platform shoes.

Creepers

Neither subtle nor safe, the creeper isn’t for the faint of heart. With a thick, chunky sole and an ample dose of punk rock nostalgia, the creeper is traditionally a masculine shoe with suede uppers.

Perfect for: The Romper Rebel
Wear your creepers with a garment that knows a thing or two about unconventional mainstream appeal–the romper.

Ankle Boots

Whether you’re suited up for a day on the road or just wanting to channel the aesthetic, slip into a pair of platform leather ankle boots for a shoe that can handle the rough and the tough.

Perfect for: The Moto Maniac
Wear your platformed ankle boot with your tried-and-true biker jacket for an edgy contrast.

Boots

Be it a beloved pair of thigh highs or a modest riding boot, steal the show in a pair of platform boots that will make it impossible to go unnoticed. For an easy transition into your everyday wardrobe, opt for styles that you’d traditionally try, sans chunky sole.

Perfect for: The Denim Diva
Wear with a denim midi for a boho look your wardrobe rotation has been missing.

Pumps

Give your corporate footwear a lift with a platform pump that will serve as some literal inspiration.

Perfect for: The Pencil Pusher
Style your platform pump with an office-ready pencil skirt and turtle neck for an instant workwear classic.

Sandals

Just like your favorite strappy summer shoes with added height, step out in a sky high platform sandal that will take the place of your signature stiletto.

Perfect for: The Sultan of Sundresses
Swap your classic flats for a platformed sandal that will enhance your girly demeanor.

Neither geeky or clumsy, hop aboard the platform wagon and stock up on the shoes that will raise more than just your spirits.

Elevate your footwear with every style of platform shoe.