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
10 Dangerous Shoes for Spring 2009
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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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Celebratory Anime Shoes
The Sailor Moon Footwear from Mayla Has Ornate Aesthetics
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
Sustainable Repairable Sneaker Designs
Disassembly Lab Footwear is Easily Repaired by Consumers
Timeless Travel-Inspired Footwear
Malvados' 'Ellie' Sandal Collection Comes in a Variety of Colors
Ultra-Cushioned Hiking Footwear
The On Cloudhorizon Waterproof Hiking Sneaker is Wilderness-Ready
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
Comfortable Hybrid Heels
Sneex Fuses the Performance of Sneakers with the Style of High Heels
AI-Powered Architectural Footwear
Str4ngeThing Envisions a Set of Renaissance Architecture Shoes
Collaborative Technical Footwear
Nicole McLaughlin Launches a Merrell 1TRL Collaboration
Limited-Edition Clogs Collections
Dr. Scholl’s and Re/Done Release Exclusive Clog Collection
Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers
Voo Store Joins On Running to Create a Unique New Sneaker
Luxurious Stealthy Fashion Mules
Balenciaga Presents a Look at its Sunday Molded Mule
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
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
Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs
Free People x Dr. Scholl’s Refreshes a Style for a New Generation
Experimental Shoe Collections
CAMPERLAB Releases Highly Irregular Footwear Designs
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
Stylish Technical-Centric Mules
ASICS Novalis Unveils the Novalis Gel-Styrax Mule
Loafer-Style Sneakers
The New Balance 1906L Toes the Line Between Formal and Casual Style
Hybrid Waterproof Sneaker Boots
The Vessi Weekend Chelsea Boots are Well-Suited for Winter Wear
Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Sneaker Model Gets a Black Toe Version
Deadstock-Derived Footwear Collections
These 'Dr. Martens' Shoes Are Made From Surplus Materials
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
Heart-Adorned Shoe Collections
G.H. Bass Boasts an Adorable Collection of Heart Loafers
Plastic-Heavy Fashion Campaigns
Anonymous Club and PUMA Debut a New Collaboration
Vegan All-Season Boots
These Boots Are Crafted With Cruelty-Free Leather Alternatives
Chic Cruelty-Free Footwear Designs
Stella Mccartney Debuts the 10th Anniversary Elyse Platform
Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear
The Common Projects Hiking Boots are Handmade in Italy
Medical Boot-Inspired Mules
MSCHF's New AC-2 Shoe is a Mule Iteration of the AC-1 Silhouette
Streamlined Split-Toe Luxe Sneakers
The Lamborghini Performance Sneaker Boasts a Sleek Look
Padded Fashion-Forward Footwear
The ALDO Pillow Walk Technology Offers Comfort with Each Step
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
Safety-Focused Shoe Designs
Vans Vault Launches Sneakers with Built-In Ankle Guards
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
Personalized Platform Sneakers
The Crocs Mega Crush Sandal is Easy to Customize with Jibbiitz
Pool Slide Heeled Sandals
MSCHF Grabs Attention with the New Flipped Flop Shoe
Maximalist Outdoor Adventure Sneakers
The Brandblack x Salehe Hiking Sneaker is Ruggedly Built
Medical Boot-Representing Footwear
Rick Owens Continues to Grab Attention with the Walking Boot
Genderless Tooth-Adorned Heels
GCDS Launches its Unisex 'Morso' Line in a Wider Size Range
Balletcore Heeled Shoes
Sandy Liang Releases Her Debut Heel Collection with Ballerina Inspiration
Luxury Large Platform Sneakers
Louis Vuitton Introduces Its Latest Archlight 2.0 Sneaker
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
Monstrous-Inspired Heeled Shoes
I Wanna Bangkok Presents the Hulkfoot and Bigfoot Shoes
Technical Collaborative Cover Boots
The Broken Arm and Salomon Release a New Coverboot
Collaborative Stylish Sneaker Mules
Miu Miu Presents the Sleek New Balance 530 mules
Knitted Chunky Sneakers
Famous Footwear Boasts the DV Dolce Vita Sneaker
Collaborative Slip-On Luxe Mules
Balenciaga and Birkenstock Join on the Balenci-Stock Shoe
Gender Inclusive Ballerina Shoes
Balenciaga Launch Gender Inclusive 'Leopold Ballerina' Shoes
Performance Clog Innovations
Blundstone Transforms Industrial Heritage into Modern Comfort Design
Sophisticated Laidback Footwear Designs
notwoways Unveils a New Matter Style of the Formula
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
Size-Inclusive Designer Shoes
Zalando and Seven Designers are Launching Footwear for All
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
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
Comfort-Focused Hands-Free Slip-In Shoes
The Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins® are Versatile
Hybrid Laced Sneaker Sandals
adidas Introduces the Summer-Ready Beach Gazelle Silhouette
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
Sparkling Luxurious Bright Clogs
Balenciaga Unveils a New Iteration of the Technoclog Shoe
Luxury Bridal Footwear
Bella Belle Unveils the Elevated Odette Heel for Brides
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
Doll-Inspired High Heels
The Fantastic Plastic Foot Shoes are Shaped Like a Doll's Tip-Toed Foot
Spooky Back-to-School Footwear
Keds x Monster High Shares the Styles of Favorite Characters
Ventilated Heel-Strapped Clogs
Birkenstock Presents the Birki Flow Clog Silhouette
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
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
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
Rippled Luxe Spring Footwear
Kiko Kostadinov Unveils a Look at the Season 03 At.Kollektive
Elevated Slides Designs
Havaianas Launches Its Spring/Summer 2023 Line and the Designs Look Comfy
Bejeweled Checkered Footwear
Mattias Gollin Remixes the Vans Signature Slip-Ons with Jewels
Luxurious Technical Sneakers
HOKA Introduces a Look at the Newest Advanced Elevon Sneaker
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
Unorthodox Footwear Designs
The Wacky Pack Footwear Project by Ye Shen Includes Three Styles
Luxurious Boot-Sandal Hybrids
Givenchy Presents its New Shark Lock Sandal for the Season
Ultra-Elegant Unisex Leather Boots
Nicks Boots Just Released the AB64 Footwear Silhouette
Sophisticated Bridal Collections
Bella Belle Introoduces the Champagne Era Footwear Collection
Pre-Distressed Skate Sneakers
Vans' Stressed Series Creates a Worn-Out Look of Classic Shoes
Dynamic Dramatic Sole Sneakers
Cactus Plant Flea Market and Nike Launch a Flea 2 Sneaker
Sculptural Futuristic Sneakers
New Balance Presents a New Version of its Warped Runner Sneaker
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
Luxurious Hybrid Sneaker-Mules
Balenciaga Unveils the Triple S Mule Hybrid Silhouette for SS23
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
Curved Rubber Sole Sneakers
JW Anderson Releases New Bumper-Hike Low Top Sneakers for SS23
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
Perforated Slip-On Mary Janes
Crocs Presents a New Classic Mary Jane Clog Design to the Lineup
Ergonomic Bulbous-Shaped Shoes
Jacquemus Releases Its Ergonomic and Runway-Ready Les Mules Goia
Podiatrist-Friendly Summer Shoes
Birdies' Sun Drenched Collection is Cushioned & Comfort-Focused
Slipper Wheel-Less Bicycles
Sergii Gordieiev Designs the Slipper Bicycle with Various Sandals
Gothic Style Perforated Footwear
Crocs Presents the Dynamic Wednesday Stomp Clogs
Punk-Inspired Leather Shoes
Junya Watanabe MAN and Stepney Workers Club Launch Punk Leather Shoes
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
Bridal Flip-Flops
Uzurii Launched a Bridal Collection for Wedding Season
Chic Ballet Mesh Flats
Steve Madden Features the Dreaming Vegan Leather Flats
Smart Customized Footwear Designs
Kristýna Hrabánková Designs New Sandals for URBNC3
Tennis-Inspired Minimal Footwear
Mallet London Unveils its New Bentham Court Sneaker
Elevated Platform Lifestyle Sneakers
The Rick Owens DRKSHDW Released New 'Abstract Sole' Sneakers
Loafer Hybrid Mule Designs
The Michael Silhouette by Paraboot Gets a New Slip-On Transformation
Bulbous Platformed Fashion Boots
Balenciaga Introduces the Alaska Boot with a Platform Base
Premium Fall-Ready Footwear Designs
Hender Scheme Presents its Latest Lineup for Fall 2023