You've been paying attention and you've finally pulled your flares [1] out of hiding or gone and bought a new pair in time for Spring [2]. Now, they've been hanging in your closet for a couple of weeks while you rustle up the courage to wear them out to brunch — but you just realized you haven't the slightest clue what footwear works with your new purchase.
The more we talk to our friends, the clearer it is that this is a pretty widespread concern. A stiletto isn't right, a sneaker doesn't work (unless we want the hem to trail in the street!), and our tall boots are meant for tucking our skinnies into. The trick is finding a shoe with a little lift that's comfy enough to wear all day — bonus points if it's got a '70s vibe, too! Our picks: look for clogs, boots with chunky heels and supportive platforms, and open-toed booties and wedged sandals that'll easily transition to warmer weather. It's easier than you think, especially since we've pulled 25 styles that'll do the job right here. Just scroll to shop your favorites.
Source: Mark Iantosca [3]
H&M High-Heeled Lace-Up Shoes
H&M - High-heeled Lace-up Shoes [4] ($50)
Ash Peep-Toe Bootie
Ash Amber Leather Peep-Toe Bootie [5] ($229)
Jeffrey Campbell Point Wedge
Jeffrey Campbell Peaks Point Wedge [6] ($138)
Topshop Brown Leather Ankle Boots
Topshop 'Lenni2' Platform Sandal [7] ($150)
Jeffrey Campbell Wedge Sandals
Jeffrey Campbell Snick Wedge Sandals [8] ($130)
Opening Ceremony Platform Sandals
Opening Ceremony Emi Platform Sandals [9] ($475)
Stuart Weitzman Cork Wedges
Stuart Weitzman The Corkswoon Wedge [10] ($398)
Steven Wedge Sandals
Steven Genesis Wedge Sandals [11] ($119)
Elizabeth and James Ankle Boots
Elizabeth and James Ankle Boots [12] ($95)
Circus by Sam Edelman Booties
Circus by Sam Edelman Whitley Booties [13] ($130)
KG Kurt Geiger Lug Sole Platform Booties
KG Kurt Geiger Skye Lug Sole Platform Booties [14] ($295)
H&M Platform Sandals
H&M - Platform Sandals - Brown - Ladies [15] ($60)
Express Peep-Toe Booties
Express Peep Toe Bootie [16] ($60)
Marc by Marc Jacobs Calf Heel Boot
Marc by Marc Jacobs Calf Heel Boot [17] ($177)
See by Chloé Wedge Mules
See by Chloé Anna textured-leather wedge mules [18] ($315)
Zara Leather Sandals
Zara Leather sandals with track sole [19] ($139)
Jimmy Choo Patent Leather Wedges
Jimmy Choo Prova patent-leather and cork wedge slingbacks [20] ($435)
Charlotte Russe Lace-Up Peep-Toe Platform Booties
Charlotte Russe Lace-Up Peep Toe Platform Booties [21] ($43)
Daily Look Caged Platform Booties
DAILYLOOK Caged Platform Booties [22] ($20)
Jeffrey Campbell Wedge Booties
Jeffrey Campbell Debonair Wedge Booties [23] ($250)
Club Monaco Snake-Effect Sandal
Ava Snake-Effect Sandal [24] ($298)
See by Chloe Block Heel Boot
See By Chloe Women's High Block Heel Boot [25] ($285)
Pierre Hardy Ankle Boots
PIERRE HARDY Ankle boots [26] ($575)
Michael Michael Kors Suede Ankle Boots
MICHAEL Michael Kors Beatrice suede ankle boots [27] ($353)
Tibi Flatform Sandals
Tibi Malone Flatform Sandals [28] ($450)