flatforms
Elevated flat footwear
Flatforms are platform shoes with a flat sole rather than a heel—the entire foot is elevated evenly.
Unlike high heels or wedges, they provide height without tilting the foot forward: These flatforms give me three extra inches but I can still walk comfortably.
The word blends flat and platform.
Open strappy footwear
- solesBottom of footwear
- strapsNarrow securing bands
- bucklesStrap-fastening devices
- espadrillesRope-bottomed casual shoes
clogs · wedges · mules · slides · slingback · t-straps · gladiators · creepers
Paved path for planes
- designerOne who plans appearances
- chicTasteful, current flair
- trendyCurrently in vogue
- aestheticConcerning beauty or art
avant-garde · edgy · contemporary · stylish · statement · bold · retro · minimalist
Made softer or gentler
- supportiveOffering help and reassurance
- paddedFilled with soft material
- ergonomicDesigned for bodily efficiency
- footbedShoe's interior platform
breathable · lightweight · flexible · orthopedic · soft · wearable · foam · adjustable
sandals
Open strappy footwear
espadrilles · clogs · wedges · mules · slides · slingback · t-straps · gladiators · creepers · chunky
runway
Paved path for planes
aesthetic · avant-garde · edgy · contemporary · stylish · statement · bold · retro · minimalist · sleek
cushioned
Made softer or gentler
- supportiveOffering help and reassurance
- paddedFilled with soft material
- ergonomicDesigned for bodily efficiency
footbed · breathable · lightweight · flexible · orthopedic · soft · wearable · foam · adjustable · all-day
elevated
Raised above usual level
- platform shoeswedge heels, wedges
- sandalssandals, flip-flop, flip flops, thong, flip-flops
flatformsstilettos
Thin, high-heeled shoes
stiletto heels · high heels · spike heels · pencil heels · pumps
flatformsflats
Dwellings or low shoes
ballet flats · loafers · skimmers · moccasins · espadrilles