If you’ve kept a watchful eye on fashion runways for the past few seasons, you know all about heelless shoes and anti-heel footwear. This slideshow showcases some of our favorite perilous pairs of platforms, boots and sky-high heelless shoes.
While some of these selections, like the black pair of Christian Louboutin ballerina shoes, technically have a tiny stiletto heel and are not quite heelless shoes in the traditional sense, I’ve included them because they’re not meant to support weight like traditional high heels.
12 Heelless Shoes
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Killer High Heels
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Sky-High Space Shoes
Kronier Creations Footwear is for Futurists & Fashionistas Alike

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Perilous Heelless Shoes
Nina Ricci Loves Killer 11” Inch Stilts for Fall 2009
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Killer Heels Part II
Ballet Toe Boots
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Extreme Ballerina Heels 2
Christian Louboutin Fetish Shoes
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Invisible Heels
Victoria Beckham En Pointe for Perfume Launch
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Atrociously High Heels
Footwear Threatens to Break Necks
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High Anti-Heels
Eccentric Shoes Spruce Up Basic Black Minimalism in Marie Claire Italy
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Virtual Shoe Museum II
Whacked Concept Shoes
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Torturous Toe Shoes
Even Ballerinas Would Steer Clear Of These Feet-Deforming Shoes
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Wearable Artistic Footwear
Kei Kagami's Heel-less Shoes Are As Comfortable As Platforms
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Jagged Crag Platforms
These London S/S 2010 Shoes Are Out of This World
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Open-Stitch Designed Lifestyle Shoes
Nike Highlights a Look at the Killshot 2 Sneaker
Cushioned Computer-Generated Shoes
The Loewe x On Cloudtilt Uses Computer-Generated Midsole Tech
Fully Recyclable Sneaker Styles
The Nike ISPA Link Axis Has Interlocking Components with No Glue
Futuristic Slip-On Sneaker Models
The Nike Clogposite Returns After it Debuted in the Early 2000s
Comfort-Forward High Heels
The Vida Collection Offers Heels That Love You Back
Sustainable Repairable Sneaker Designs
Disassembly Lab Footwear is Easily Repaired by Consumers
Ultra-Cushioned Hiking Footwear
The On Cloudhorizon Waterproof Hiking Sneaker is Wilderness-Ready
Timeless Travel-Inspired Footwear
Malvados' 'Ellie' Sandal Collection Comes in a Variety of Colors
Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers
Balenciaga Unveils its Oversized 'Platform Sneaker' with a 6-Inch Heel
Formal Skate Boat Sneakers
Vans Introduces the Formal Vans 2 Eyelet Footwear Model
Festive Crackled Low-Cut Sneakers
The New Nike Dunk Low Halloween Prepares for the Holidays
Superhero-Themed Glamorous Shoes
Marvel and Christian Louboutin Join Forces on a Shoe Capsule
Cartoon-Honoring High Heels
Katy Perry Collections Presents a Hello Kitty Heel Series
00s-Inspired Technical Clogs
The Nike Clogposite Gets Another Remix with a Slip-On Shape
Second-Skin Luxury Footwear
Balenciaga Presents the Dynamic Zero Shoe with Unique Grip
Comfortable Hybrid Heels
Sneex Fuses the Performance of Sneakers with the Style of High Heels
Luxurious Stealthy Fashion Mules
Balenciaga Presents a Look at its Sunday Molded Mule
Classic Bottle-Cap-Inspired Footwear
The 'Dr. Martens x Palace' Collab Features Vintage Leather
Stiletto Knee-High Suede Boots
MM6 Maison Margiela Designs the Anatomic Slip-On Suede Boots
Sneaker Hybrid Loafer Designs
New Balance Unveils the New Technical 1906L Silhouette
80s Athletics-Inspired Sneakers
Miista Presents the New Nikolette Shoe with a Vintage Performance
Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs
Free People x Dr. Scholl’s Refreshes a Style for a New Generation
Laceless Slip-On Sneakers
The Jordan 1 Mule Golf Arrives as a Slipped On Silhouette
Movement-Focused Womens Footwear
FitFlop Launches Two New Footwear Styles for Active Women
Hybrid Waterproof Sneaker Boots
The Vessi Weekend Chelsea Boots are Well-Suited for Winter Wear
Collaborative Footwear Capsules
Maison Margiela X Christian Louboutin Create Avant-Garde Glamour
Lifestyle-Catering Molded Footwear
adidas Presents the Harden Vol. 9 in a Molded Leather Look
Tech-Influenced Lace-Free Sneakers
The HOKA Project Transport Sneakers are Easy to Wear
Low-Cut Premium Padded Sneakers
Dior Presents a Look at its New Lifestyle B57 Sneaker
Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps
Aldo Unveils its STESSY Series with Comfortable Insole Technology
Loafer-Style Sneakers
The New Balance 1906L Toes the Line Between Formal and Casual Style
Stylish Technical-Centric Mules
ASICS Novalis Unveils the Novalis Gel-Styrax Mule
Comfort-Forward Heel Collections
Antonia Saint NY's Vicki Collection Brings Elegant Silhouettes
Hybrid Sneaker-Inspired Boots
The Luca Chukka Sneaker Boot is Handcrafted in Portugal
Fuzzy Dynamic Collaborative Footwear
Suicoke and Midorikawa Unveil Another Five Finger Shoe
Celebrity-Inspired Cartoon Heels
Katy Perry Teams Up with Hello Kitty for a New Footwear Capsule
Sleek Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Presents the New Court Shot Sneaker with Minimal Design
Vegan All-Season Boots
These Boots Are Crafted With Cruelty-Free Leather Alternatives
Plastic-Heavy Fashion Campaigns
Anonymous Club and PUMA Debut a New Collaboration
Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear
The Common Projects Hiking Boots are Handmade in Italy
Spring-Ready Intricately Laced Shoes
Rick Owens Presents the Megalaced Mule for SS25
Chic Cruelty-Free Footwear Designs
Stella Mccartney Debuts the 10th Anniversary Elyse Platform
Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Sneaker Model Gets a Black Toe Version
Medical Boot-Inspired Mules
MSCHF's New AC-2 Shoe is a Mule Iteration of the AC-1 Silhouette
Padded Fashion-Forward Footwear
The ALDO Pillow Walk Technology Offers Comfort with Each Step
Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers
CLOT and adidas Remix a New Pair of Gazelle Sneakers
Charm-Accented Technical Sneakers
Bentgablenits Remixes Unique ASICS Sneaker Models
Premium Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Stealthy Air Force 1 Low Paris Sneaker
Vegatable Tanned Premium Loafers
A-COLD-WALL* Launches a New Pair of the Mies Loafer
Crackled Holiday-Inspired Shoes
Nike Debuts the Dunk Low and Air Force 1 in 'Halloween' Iterations
Randomness-Inspired Designer Footwear Lines
HVÓYA's Beauty in Chaos Capsule is Unique and Chic
Pool Slide Heeled Sandals
MSCHF Grabs Attention with the New Flipped Flop Shoe
Balletcore Heeled Shoes
Sandy Liang Releases Her Debut Heel Collection with Ballerina Inspiration
Collaborative Stylish Sneaker Mules
Miu Miu Presents the Sleek New Balance 530 mules
Multi-Color Green-Accented Sneakers
New Balance Unveils the 'Black/Green' Warped Runner Colorway
Transformative Bridal Footwear
Pashion’s Made-to-Order Styles Offer Interchangeable Components
Comfortable High-Heeled Sneakers
Sneex is Sara Blakely's Latest Venture of Hybrid Footwear
Kidult Baby Shoes
MSCHF's Super Baby Collection Supersizes Chunky, Colorful Footwear
Technical Collaborative Cover Boots
The Broken Arm and Salomon Release a New Coverboot
Knitted Chunky Sneakers
Famous Footwear Boasts the DV Dolce Vita Sneaker
Sophisticated Laidback Footwear Designs
notwoways Unveils a New Matter Style of the Formula
Slingback Premium Leather Sandals
Birkenstock Presents the New Cannes Sandal Silhouette
Heritage-Inspired Spike-Free Golf Shoes
The Adidas MC87 4D Spikeless Golf Shoes are Modern
Heeled Platform Perforated Clogs
The New Siren Clog by Crocs Comes in Three Colorway Options
Japanese-Made All-Leather Footwear
Hender Scheme Launches a Look at its Winter/Spring 2025 Series
Eye-Adorned Furry Mules
ESENES WORLDWIDE Launches the Unconventionally Stylish Eyeball Mules
Mesh-Heavy Collaborative Footwear
ASICS and Hal Studios Launch a New Collaborative Shoe
Performance Clog Innovations
Blundstone Transforms Industrial Heritage into Modern Comfort Design
Slingback-Heel Zipped Sneaker Designs
Nike Introduces the Air Max Craze in Smokey Blue
Baked Beans-Inspired Slide Sandals
Bush's Bean Slides Deliver a Unique Take on Summer Footwear
Reversible High-Top Unique Footwear
MSCHF Introduces a Look at the Transformative BWD High
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Pre-Distressed Sneaker-Inspired Mules
Balenciaga Drew Inspiration from an Old Footwear Design
Automotive Lifestyle Sneakers
The Piloti Drift Driving Shoes Have Roll Control 2.0 Heel Technology
Stealthy Baggy Textural Boots
Loewe Presents a Black Colorway of the Toy Boot for the Season
Hybrid Laced Sneaker Sandals
adidas Introduces the Summer-Ready Beach Gazelle Silhouette
Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes
The Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins® are Versatile
Technical High-Fashion Sneakers
The Balenciaga 3XL Sneaker Showcases Exaggerated Soles
Collaborative Cushioned Sneakers
Caroline Hu and adidas Originals Join Forces on the SL 72s
Innovative Foot Care Products
Barefoot Scientist Emphasizes Comfort and Relaxation
Futuristic Sleek Bouldering Sneakers
Salomon Unveils the A.B.2 11S by Boris Bidjan Saberi
Romanticized Shoe Designs
The MadeMe x Dr. Martens 1461 Quad Shoe Has a Heart of Steel
Dynamic Fashion-Forward Basketball Shoes
Balenciage Presents its First Basketball Sneaker Model
Romantic Sneaker Releases
The Aldo Heartstep Low-top Sneaker is Valentine's Day-Themed
Soft Visual Delicate Sneakers
Alexander McQueen Introduces its Milestone Flexion Sneaker
Mule-Style Streetwear Sneakers
The Vans Authentic Sneakers Now Have a Crushable Heel
Sleek Retro-Futuristic Sneaker Models
The Upcoming New Balance 2000 ABZORB Boasts a Blue Hue
Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers
Valentino Garavani Unveils a New Pair of Premium Sneakers
Minimal Stylish Elegant Sneakers
18 East and Mephisto Present the Break Spectrum Shoe
Spooky Back-to-School Footwear
Keds x Monster High Shares the Styles of Favorite Characters
Collaborative QSR Sneaker Styles
The White Castle x Heelys Sneakers Come in Two Color Options
Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs
BEARPAW Launches Its Spring/Summer Footwear Collection
Ultra-Thin Premium Fashion Sneakers
Prada Introduces a Look at the Dynamic Collapse Sneaker
Ventilated Heel-Strapped Clogs
Birkenstock Presents the Birki Flow Clog Silhouette
Comfort-Centric Ultra-Stylish Footwear
Clarks Offers Versatile Classic Shoes for Everyday Wear
Heroic Luxury Footwear
The Christian Louboutin x Marvel Collab Unleashes Super Stylish Footwear
Over-The-Knee Plush Boots
UGG Introduces the New Heights Platform Xtra for Fall 2024
Luxury Fashion House Moccasins
Miu Miu Transforms the Clarks Suede Delave Wedge Ankle Boot
Comfortable Spring-Forward Footwear
Clarks Offers Spring Comfort with a Range of Styles
Artist-Collaborative Sleek Footwear
Bad Bunny Joins adidas to Launch Two Ballerina Sneakers
Sophisticated Running Shoe Silhouettes
Stepney Workers Club Debuts the Amiel S-Strike Sneaker
Chunky Unconventional Shoes
Marni Unveils the 'BIG FOOT 2.0' Unisex Sneaker in Multiple Colorways
Square-Toe Perforated Footwear
Crocs and atmos Tokyo Create the Crocs Blunt Toe Clog
Collaborative Wedged Sneaker Heels
Isabel Marant and Converse Unveil a Chuck 70 Wedge
Minimalist Leather Sandals
The Softstar Camino Lite Sandals Mimic Barefoot Walking
Dynamic Enlarged Sole Loafers
MSCHF Introduces its New 2×4 Loafer with a Large Sole Unit
Stealthy Monochromatic Court Sneakers
Nike Unveils a Look at the Minimal Killshot 2 Sneaker
Warped Collaborative Breathable Footwear
Stone Island and New Balance Tease the C1 Sneaker
Luxurious Technical Sneakers
HOKA Introduces a Look at the Newest Advanced Elevon Sneaker
Bejeweled Checkered Footwear
Mattias Gollin Remixes the Vans Signature Slip-Ons with Jewels
Basketball-Shaped Sneakers
The Baller Silhouette by Off-White Mimics the Look of a Sports Ball
Collaborative Perforated Shoes
Palace and Crocs Join Forces on a Stealthy Pair of Crocs
Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots
Nicks Boots Just Released the AB64 Footwear Silhouette
Sophisticated Bridal Collections
Bella Belle Introoduces the Champagne Era Footwear Collection
Dynamic Dramatic Sole Sneakers
Cactus Plant Flea Market and Nike Launch a Flea 2 Sneaker
Velcro-Enclosed Lifestyle Sneakers
ASICS and HAL STUDIOS Remixes the Gel-Kayano 20
Modular Mix-and-Match Footwear
Commbi's Patent-Pending Modular Footwear Uses Swappable Footbeds
Luxury Footwear Debuts
Ottange Makes its Debut as a New Comprehensive Footwear and Accessory Brand
Adaptable Italian Loafer Designs
Astorflex Dockflex Loafers Come in Two Handmade Colors
Premium Fashion-Forward Slippers
Mave & Chez Pioneering Luxurious Comfort Footwear for Women
Scuffed-Detailed Fall-Centric Boots
The Elder Statesmen Presents a New UGG Collaboration Series
Elegant Footwear Collections
ARCH NYC Has Unveiled Its Contemporary Fall 2023 Collection
Complimentary Footwear Giveaways
Wildling Recognizes the Toll of Foot Changes During Pregnancy
Platform Patterned Loafer Shoes
Clarks Introduces the Linoso Monk Shoes with a Lift
Romance-Inspired Comfortable Footwear
HEYDUDE Offers Unique Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts
Perforated Slip-On Mary Janes
Crocs Presents a New Classic Mary Jane Clog Design to the Lineup
Gothic Style Perforated Footwear
Crocs Presents the Dynamic Wednesday Stomp Clogs
Event-Ready Spring Shoes
ALDO's New RSVP Edit Ensures There are Shoes for Every Occasion
Slipper Wheel-Less Bicycles
Sergii Gordieiev Designs the Slipper Bicycle with Various Sandals
Premium Technical Rugged Footwear
Balenciaga Introduce the New Hike Sneaker Model
Minimalist Bouldering Footwear
The So iLL Athletic Bouldering Shoe 1 Was Created with Fred Nicole
Beweled Fashion Forward Clogs
Simone Rocha and Crocs Develop Dynamic Heel-Clog Designs
Comfortable Stylish Heel Designs
Inez Delivers Heels with Proprietary Comfort Insole Units
Outrageous Toe-Like Sandal Charms
Crocs Introduces the Polarizing Toe Jibbitz for its Shoes
Refined Comfort-Focused Footwear Lines
Elizée Aims to Redefine Luxury Footwear
Chic Ballet Mesh Flats
Steve Madden Features the Dreaming Vegan Leather Flats
Vegan Fashionable Boundering Shoes
Boris Bidjan Saberi Designs the Athletic Bouldering Shoe 1
Smart Customized Footwear Designs
Kristýna Hrabánková Designs New Sandals for URBNC3
Sophisticated Penny Loafer Designs
Blackstock & Weber Debuts a New Ellis Penny Loafer Iteration
Bulbous Platformed Fashion Boots
Balenciaga Introduces the Alaska Boot with a Platform Base