Comfortable heels may seem like a bit of an oxymoron, but they do, in fact, exist. I've been a heel wearer for a long time and have found myself in more than a few uncomfortable shoe situations which could've been avoided if I'd just shopped a little more carefully. These days, when I'm intentionally shopping for comfortable heels, one of the first things I look for is how cushioned the insole is. The more cushion, the more comfortable.
Cushioned insoles are hardly revolutionary so I won't pretend I'm a genius for declaring them comfortable, but it is good to be reminded that it's smart to look for a cushioned footbed when shopping for new heels. The cushion acts as shock absorption against the hard ground with every step you take. After all, part of the reason sneakers or so comfortable is because of how much cushion they provide between your foot and the ground.
Since you probably get the message at this point, let's get to the shopping. Scroll to shop 27 pairs of cushiony heels you'll thank me later for.
These feature 5 mm of "plush foam padding".
This comfortable oldie but goodie has nearly 5k glowing reviews.
"Dream" pumps is right.
This cushioned-footbed pair is especially elegant (and on-trend with the mesh).
The most comfortable thing about these Jimmy Choo heels is everything—from the padded footbed to the low heel to the soft straps.
This fun pair is also majorly on sale.
There's a reason celebrities often wear Stuart Weitzman shoes for long events (and long hours on their feet).
Ref heels are too comfortable to include just one pair.
Would you believe me if I told you that these are technically orthopedic shoes?
High-heel flip-flops aren't always all that comfortable, but J.Crew shoppers have been singing the praise of the cushiony details on these.
These are incredibly chic for a "comfort pump".
Reformation's heels are too comfortable to not include another pair.
These satin mules are comfortable enough to wear to a wedding (and that's saying a lot).
I really need these comfortable beauties in my life.
Aeyde has gained the reputation of being some of the chicest, most comfortable mid-priced shoes on the market.
Of the Prada heels I've owned and tried on, every pair has been wildly comfortable (these included).
Trendy shoe, comfort brand.
This lightly padded pair will come in handy when fall hits.
I call these rustic-chic.
All other shoes' cushioned footbeds can step aside.
I can tell just by looking at these that the soles are squishy.
I apologize in advance if this stunning pair is sold out in your size.
Don't you just love a comfortable It shoe?
Your feet will thank you.
Since bows are trending and Loeffler Randall makes some of the most comfortable heels on the market, these made the cut.
Whenever people ask me for my comfortable shoe recommendations, I name this brand.
These look so comfortable I almost feel like it's cheating to include them.
