Welcome to a season of long legs or at least the illusion of having them. Cue the lanky silhouettes seen at Miu Miu and the floor-gazing column dresses that walked the runway at Fendi – they all seem to suggest that spindly gams are a prerequisite. The good news is that designers are offering an instant style hack in the form of towering and chunky flatforms this season that instantly elevate your stature while promising you comfort. Plus, the footwear’s sophisticated and glamorous details this season – from pearls at Simone Rocha to raffia braiding at Stella McCartney – mean the look is more chic than riotous ’90s raver. Browse the gallery above for the various flatform styles to match your outfit.
Swap basic thong sandals for this dramatic pretty-in-pink version for your next beach vacation.
Grecian sandals go from 0 to 100 on the statement spectrum with chunky soles.
For days when you want to channel your inner Sporty Spice.
This number is a throwback to ’90s minimalist glamour.
Meet the quirkiest menswear-inspired shoe of the season.
Calling all Nippon-philes: Add this chunky sandal design, which is reminiscent of traditional geta sandals, to cart.
Swathed entirely in stonewashed denim, this style is primed for a ’90s throwback.
A more down-to-earth take on the flatforms trend.
The Italian artisanal brand puts a Mod spin to the flatforms movement with this marigold-hued design.
This metallic leather piece will not look out of place at any cocktail event.
Irish fashion darling Simone Rocha puts a romantic punk spin on the flatform sandals with her studs and pearls embellishments.