Person wearing MANOLO BLAHNIK Maysli blue velvet slingback kitten heels you can wear all day reclines their legs on the hood of a dark blue vintage car with a visible headlight. The scene is set on a cobblestone surface.

MANOLO BLAHNIK

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Bored Of Flats? Here’s 30 Pairs Of Designer Heels You Can Wear All Day

Whether you’re over flats, prefer a little added height or the occasion simply calls for them, I’ve rounded up an entire edit of dreamy designer heels you can wear all day. And, from sleek slingbacks courtesy of Manolo Blahnik and Valentino Garivani to perfect pointed pumps from Givenchy and Gucci, you’ll find the ideal heels to match any outfit right here. As always, I’d never leave you without a few styling tips and suggestions for dresses and bags to wear with them. So, keep scrolling to upgrade your daylight footwear lineup, and your closet along the way. 

The GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Crystal Ball pink bow pointed slingbacks, designed for all-day comfort, feature silver bows and a large round crystal on the heel. They are elegantly displayed on a brown velvet surface at the corner of a metal-edged piece of furniture.

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Crystal Ball Bow Pointed Toe Silk Slingback Pump

A person in light blue jeans holds a pair of JEFFREY CAMPBELL Rayna leopard print slingback kitten heels behind their back—shoes that offer all-day comfort and confidence.

JEFFREY CAMPBELL Rayna Slingback Heels

Designer Slingback Kitten Heels You Can Wear All Day

When it comes to finding comfortable heels you can wear all day (without pain!) I always opt for kitten heels. Now, with the fall/winter season already underway, I’ve been on the lookout for autumnal shades and prints that’ll go with every outfit I wear both at the office and on the weekends. Luckily the Rayna slingbacks by Jeffrey Campbell exist. Firstly, these stunning animal print pumps are so classic, that they’ll never go out of style so are totally worth the investment. Secondly, the low heels and black and brown colorway mean they’ll match perfectly with everything from designer LBDs to jeans. The ultimate day-to-night shoe, I suggest wearing yours with the Paneled Cady mini dress by Givenchy and the Chloe mini cape leather cross-body bag before they sell out too!

Meanwhile, when the day-to-night soiree requires a little sparkle, opt for the Crystal Ball bow pointed-toe pumps by Giambattista Valli. I’m head over heels for these cute pink slingbacks and the unique crystal-embellished heels and oversized silver bows of course! Add the Eden gathered silk georgette dress by Zimmermann and the Bonny gathered crystal-embellished mesh clutch by Jimmy Choo to compliment these new-season heels. It’ll be the ultimate cold-weather wedding guest look or even an elegant brunch date! 

Shop more Heels You Can Wear All Day selected and reviewed by our expert fashion buyers and stylists

  • BOTTEGA VENETA Intrecciato Metallic Leather Pumps

    $1,450
  • BOTTEGA VENETA Lewis Pump

    $1,500
  • BOTTEGA VENETA Atomic Pump

    $2,100
  • KATE SPADE NEW YORK Marseille Bow Satin Slingback Pumps

    $198
  • GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Crystal Ball Bow Pointed Toe Silk Slingback Pump

    $1,060
  • AQUAZZURA So Nude Leather Sandals

    $795
  • GUCCI Signoria Slingback Pumps

    $1,150
  • PRADA Printed Leather Slingback Pumps

    $1,450
  • AQUAZZURA Mayor 35 Mary Jane Pumps

    $1,250
  • GUCCI Leather Slingback Pumps

    $1,390
  • VALENTINO GARAVANI VLogo Slingback Flats

    $990
  • JEFFREY CAMPBELL Rayna Slingback Heels

    $178
  • GUCCI Seraphine Pumps

    $970
  • MANOLO BLAHNIK Marijana Pumps

    $975
  • MANOLO BLAHNIK Maysli Pointed Toe Pump

    $895
  • CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Minny Babe Mary Jane Pump

    $1,045
  • GUCCI Lady Horsebit Pump

    $1,050
  • MANOLO BLAHNIK Peleona Mary Jane Pump

    $1,075
  • SAINT LAURENT Dune Slingback Pump

    $1,090
  • GIANVITO ROSSI Tokio Slingback Pump

    $950
  • GIANVITO ROSSI Vitello Glove Slingback Pump

    $1,095
  • GIVENCHY Voyou Textured-leather Slingback Pumps

    $995
  • GIVENCHY Voyou Buckled Textured-leather Slingback Pumps

    $995
  • VALENTINO GARAVANI Vlogo Mesh Slingback Pumps

    $990
  • ROGER VIVIER Buckle-embellished Sequined Metallic Leather Slingback Pumps

    $1,125
  • SAINT LAURENT Oxalis Slingback Pumps

    $1,050
  • JIMMY CHOO Women’s Elisa 45 Cap Toe Mary Jane Pumps

    $825
  • GIVENCHY Voyou Pointed Toe Kitten Heel Pump

    $995
  • JIMMY CHOO Rali 75 Bow-embellished Leather And Raffia Pumps

    $775
  • ROGER VIVIER Mini Très Vivier Crystal-embellished Patent-leather Pumps

    $1,450

Versatile Designer Heels You Can Wear All Day

Finding heels you can wear all day long is all about the style of the heel and the colorway. For example, sky-high stilettos won’t work but block heels certainly will. Additionally, you’ll get one or two wears out of a fuchsia pair of shoes but metallic or neutral hues will go with everything you own. With that in mind, I’m wasting no time adding the silver Intrecciato leather pumps by Bottega Venta to my cart. Destined to sell out, they’re the epitome of comfort and style with block heels and a chic ankle strap. As for my outfit, they’ll go with many. But, I’m starting with the ice blue Diana maxi dress by Current Air and the Monaco mini bag by Balenciaga.  

Finally, if you only choose one pair of day heels this year, make it Jimmy Choo’s Rali bow-embellished raffia pumps. These heels are cute and classy all at the same time. Plus, they look just as amazing with jeans as they do designer day dresses. Add the Marianna Izel mini dress by L’Academie and the East-West Andiamo bag by Bottega Veneta. Trust me when I say, this will be the chicest off-duty fall outfit in your closet.

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A close-up of a person wearing BOTTEGA VENETA Intrecciato silver woven ankle strap pumps, perfect as all-day wear heels. The person is dressed in a long brown skirt, and the floor is light gray.

BOTTEGA VENETA Intrecciato Metallic Leather Pumps

A person sits on a wooden bench, dressed in a cream-colored blouse and blue jeans. Their feet are crossed, showcasing the JIMMY CHOO Rali 75 cream bow embellished pumps—perfectly designed for all-day comfort. The background features a plain light-colored wall and floor.

JIMMY CHOO Rali 75 Bow-embellished Leather And Raffia PumpS

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