While some may prefer a minimalist sole on their shoes, these thick-soled shoes prove that the bigger and chunkier the bottom, the better. Shoes with thick soles have been entering the market slowly over the past while and we're now seeing a much higher volume of triple to quadruple-sized soles on every type of footwear. From high heels to casual loafers for men or women, this collection highlights some of the most on-point styles for footwear this season.
Another striking design feature that several designers are practicing is to use the sole as a statement piece with embellishments or bold pops of color. Gone are the days when thick-soled shoes were meant strictly for the elderly; today, fashionistas and fashionistos, young and old can rock these styles.
41 Edgy Thick-Soled Shoes
From Lavish Platform Skate Shoes to Elegant Hipster Hybrid Shoes:
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Retro Revival Footwear
The Loeffler Randall Spring 2012 Collection is Fun and Flirty
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Chic Floral Wedges
These Ego and Greed Bowler Esp Shoes are Perfect for Spring
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Fashionable Office Supplies
These Post-It Dispensers Will Dress Up Your Desktop
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Totem Poll-Inspired Sneakers
The JS Wings Eagle Totem Shoes Are Inspired by Native Culture
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Sugary-Sweet Sneakers
These Rainbow Sprinkles Vans Kicks Make Footwear Fun
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Multi-Hued Hybrid Kicks
The Nike Huarache Free Running Shoes are Sleek and Sporty
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Stained Loafer Platforms
The Alejandro Ingelmo Spring 2013 Collection Amps Up Height
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Aztec Moccasin Hybrid Shoes
The Vans Sk8-Hi Sneaker Marries Two Classic Footwear Styles
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Whale-Inspired Footwear
The Kobi Levi Orca Collection is Fishy
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Cutout Wooden Wedges
Style Bubble Rocks the Jil Sander SS10 Wedge to Perfection
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Textured Floral Footwear
The Newest Raf Simons Sneakers Boasts a Bold Flowery Design
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Fruit Punch Footwear
The 'Bananas Is My Business' Pumps are Tastefully Fruity
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Funky Fish Tank Heels
Get Your Groove On with These Unusual Fish Tank Platform Shoes
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Custom-Illustrated Kicks
Jolby Sneakers are Hand-Painted and Completely Unique
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Elegent Hipster Hybrid Shoes
Tricker's Grey Golosh Brogues are Perfect for the Fashion Savvy
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Lemonade-Hued Hightops
The Supra Skytop III is the Ultimate Skate Sneaker
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Neon-Accented Kicks
The Jordan CMFT 11 Viz Air in Anthracite/Volt-Black
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Somber Suede Kicks
George Cox x British Remains Give a Classic Spin to an Iconic Model
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Business Suited Sneakers
Nike's New Stylish Running Shoe Will Have You Perform with Class
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Stilted Heels
Luxirare Creates Towering Black Suede Wedges to Make You a Giantess
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Glitzy Holiday Footwear
Stylish Gals Get Into the Holidays With Charlotte Olympia 2012 Col
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Sweet 60s Kicks
PF Flyers WindJammers Bring Old-School Back in Style
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Street Art Sneakers
The Ugg x Claw Money Collaboration is an Unexpected Departure
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Multi-Colored Couture Kicks
The Prada Tricolor Lace-up Shoes are a Treat For the Hipsters
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Cowboy-Inspired High Tops
The Js Forum Hi Sneakers Fuse Western and Urban Styles
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Masculinely Feminine Dress Shoes
Polish Up Your Wardrobe With a Pair of Grenson Shoes
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Feminine Punk-Inspired Shoes
The Cole Haan LunarGrands Kicks Mix Classic & Contemporary
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Azure Boat Shoes
A Tantalizing Preview of the Vane and Sebago Fall 2011 Collaboration
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Lavish Platform Skate Shoes
These Platform Vans are Fresh, Funky and Fashion-Forward
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Two-Toned Hiking Boots
The Lanvin Tall Hiking Boot is a Rugged Look for the French Brand
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Winged Jean Kicks
The JS Wings Denim Shoes are Angelic
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Recycled Suede Shoes
The Beyond Skin Footwear Line is Made Largely from Recycled Bottles
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Sleek Safari Kicks
The Bonanza Leopard Fashion Shoes Sandals are Destined to Adorn a Wild Wardrobe
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High Heeled Menswear Boots
Opening Ceremony's Leopard Print M6 Shoes Are Chunky
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Lavish Reptilian Trail Boots
Experience the Great Outdoors in Designer Yuketen Huntboots
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Serpent Skin Kicks
The Pierre Hardy Whittle-Snake Shoes are Rock-Star Ready
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Adorable Charitable High Heels
The TOMS Sophie Wedge Offers Perfect Summer Style
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Heavy Metal Fan Footwear
The Metallica Sneakers Help You Rock While You Walk
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Hiking Hybrid Sneakers
Bernhard Willhelm's Fall/Winter 2012 Footwear Combines Outerwear Themes
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Glittery Botanic Wedges
The Prada Sequin Platforms are Bedazzled to the Max
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Honeycomb Yellow Kicks
Nike Air Max 1 LAM Brings Warm Colors to Reflect Summer Weather
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Technical Slip-On Footwear
The New Pair of HOKA Slip-On Shoes Have a Thick Laced Detail
Bright Chunky Skate Sneakers
New Balance Unveils its Numeric 480 to Join the Roster
Durable Urbanite Shoe Designs
The Nike C1TY Surplus Keeps Feet Feeling Cool Yet Protected
Dynamic Chunky Branded Sandals
adidas' Adilette 22 XLG Silhouette is Secured by a Heel Strap
Chunky Luxe Lifestyle Sneakers
The Dior Chrono Sneakers Have Delicate Retro Details
Sturdy Chunky Hiking Sneakers
HOKA Presents a New Tor Summit Sneaker with Rugged Detail
Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers
Balenciaga Unveils its Oversized 'Platform Sneaker' with a 6-Inch Heel
Skate-Ready Practical Sneakers
New Balance Numeric Remixes the 574 Sneaker with Skate Functions
Chunky Base Sneaker Models
Nike Introduces a Look at the Chunky Air Max Portal Shoes
Hiking-Style Chunky Sneakers
Vans Introduces a Pair of the MTW Crosspath Sneaker for Trailer
Brand-Honoring Staple Bold Footwear
Dr. Martens' 14XX Blends New and Retro Brand Themes
Chunky Hybrid Sneaker Clogs
Crocs Unveils a New Series of the Slip-On Echo Storm Shoe
Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers
Voo Store Joins On Running to Create a Unique New Sneaker
Minimal Technical Sleek Sneakers
The HOKA Transport Shoe Has a Quiet Premium Look
Women's Sportswear Flip Flops
Nike Calm Flip Flops Now Arrive in Styles for Women
Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs
Free People x Dr. Scholl’s Refreshes a Style for a New Generation
Summer-Ready Sporty Slip-Ons
Nike's Aqua Swoosh Shoes are Expanding to Offer Adult Sizes
3D-Printed Winter Sport Shoes
This Bobsled Footwear Features 3D-Printed Outsoles
Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes
adidas and Y-3 Introduce the Newest Range of Footwear
Impact-Absorption Leather Sneakers
Nike Introduces a New Premium Touch to the Shox Sneaker
Futuristic Layered Sneaker Models
Nike's Air Max Portal Shoes Boasts a Chunky Silhouette
Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Sneaker Model Gets a Black Toe Version
90s-Inspired Bulky Skateboard Sneakers
adidas Presents a Look at the Retro Stan Smith XLG Shoe
Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps
Aldo Unveils its STESSY Series with Comfortable Insole Technology
Progressively Growing Sneakers
Target and Dr D;Wayne Edwards Introduce the Unique ÜNOS by Sz
Sophisticated Tassel-Detailed Shoes
Vans Introduces a Look at the Elevated Carver Sneaker Model
Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers
Vans Tokyo Design Collective Introduces the Vans Varsity Collection
Fuzzy Dynamic Collaborative Footwear
Suicoke and Midorikawa Unveil Another Five Finger Shoe
Beefy Cushioned Running Shoes
HOKA Presents the Bondi B3LS Sneaker with Chunky Build
Minimal Hybrid Chelsea Boots
ASICS & TAKAHIROMIYASHITATheSoloist Presents the Chelsea Sneaker Boot
Sleek Low-Cut Lifestyle Sneakers
Nike Presents the New Court Shot Sneaker with Minimal Design
Retro Slim Running Shoes
Nike's Waffle Trainer Shoes Have a Textural Outsole Unit
Thin-Sole Lifestyle Sneakers
Reebok Introduces its Slim Street Legacy U Sneaker Model
Chic Cruelty-Free Footwear Designs
Stella Mccartney Debuts the 10th Anniversary Elyse Platform
Flexible Cartoon-Like Boots
MSCHF Presents its New Big Black Boots with TPU Foam
Padded Fashion-Forward Footwear
The ALDO Pillow Walk Technology Offers Comfort with Each Step
Detail-Oriented Retro Sneakers
Footpatrol Launch a Version of the adidas Originals Campus 80s
Sophisticated Monotonal Footwear
adidas Spotlights the Formal Stan Smith Freizeit Shoe
Ultra-Plush Cushioned Sneakers
adidas Introduces a New Chunky Samba Model Reflecting a Puffer
Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear
The Common Projects Hiking Boots are Handmade in Italy
Vegatable Tanned Premium Loafers
A-COLD-WALL* Launches a New Pair of the Mies Loafer
Hand-Stitched Italian Sneakers
The P448 Sohosocks Have a Fabric Sock Liner for Added Wearability
Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers
CLOT and adidas Remix a New Pair of Gazelle Sneakers
Collaborative Chunky Skate Sneakers
always do what you should do Joins adidas on the Superstar
Minimal Chunky Running Shoes
NAMESAKE Takes a Spin at a Pair of its Own adidas Sneaker for SS25
Puffy Technical Winter Boots
Suicoke Continues to Grow its Vibram Furoshiki Project
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
Hospitality-Themed Shoe Designs
The JJJJound x Vans Collaboration Embraces Minimalism
Collaborative Fashion Puffy Boots
adidas and Moon Boot Work in Collaboration on the BOOST Sneaker
Transformative Bridal Footwear
Pashion’s Made-to-Order Styles Offer Interchangeable Components
Progrssive Chunky Running Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Uplift SC Sneaker Model
Gold-Toe Sneaker Lines
The Made in Schiaparelli Sneaker Blends Streetwear & High-End Sensibilities
Luxe Slip-On Clogs
Journal Standard Joins Birkenstock on a Premium Tokio Clog Design
Slender Taekwondo Minimal Sneakers
The Adidas Taekwondo Sneaker is Made with a Slim Form
Stealthy Padded Sneaker Modesl
Dingyun Zhang Designs a New Version of the adidas Samba Sneaker
Comfortable High-Heeled Sneakers
Sneex is Sara Blakely's Latest Venture of Hybrid Footwear
Minimalist Unisex Slides
The Slide from OSON Seamlessly Marries Style with Comfort
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
Denim-Tinged Luxe Chunky Sneakers
Balenciaga Unveils a New Denim Triple S Sneaker Model
Breathable Chunky Skate Sneakers
Vans Introduces a New Range of the Reimagined Speed LS Sneaker
Elegant Old-School Sneaker Styles
The Todd Snyder Tuscan Court Shoe Will Come in Two Colors
Knitted Chunky Sneakers
Famous Footwear Boasts the DV Dolce Vita Sneaker
Chunky Perforated Sneaker Designs
Crocs Unveils the Nova Trek Sneaker with Breathable Holes
Sleek Monochromatic Footwear Designs
CamperLab Draws Attention to its Caramba Footwear
Fashion House-Made Skate Sneakers
CELINE Presents the Premium Huntington Skate Shoe
Sophisticated Laidback Footwear Designs
notwoways Unveils a New Matter Style of the Formula
Oversized Platform Sneakers
The FENTY x PUMA Creeper Phatty Remixes an Iconic PUMA Style
Size-Inclusive Designer Shoes
Zalando and Seven Designers are Launching Footwear for All
Chunky Elevated Lifestyle Sneakers
adidas Presents a New and Bigger Samba Sneaker Model
Designer-Backed Low-Cut Sneakers
adidas and Stella McCartney Create a New Court Boost
Sleek Sporty Platform Boot
adidas Launches a New Superstar Boot with a Slightly Raised Base
Mesh-Heavy Collaborative Footwear
ASICS and Hal Studios Launch a New Collaborative Shoe
Patterned Puffy Artisanal Shoes
Suicoke and Story mfg. Present a New Collection Together
Baked Beans-Inspired Slide Sandals
Bush's Bean Slides Deliver a Unique Take on Summer Footwear
Furry Avant-Garde Shoe Designs
Doublet Collaborates with SUICOKE and Vibram on the FUTON-LO
Weatherized Technical Fall Footwear
Suicoke Presents its New Collection for the FW23 Season
Technical Platform Slip-On Shoes
COMME des GARÇONS Joins Salomon on the Slip-On Platform
Modernized Lightweight Sneakers
Converse Introduces a Pair of the Weapon PLTS OX Sneaker
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Lifestyle Foam-Based Sandals
The Latest New Balance Sandal Boasts Technical Accents
Merged Hybrid Basketball Shoes
The Air Jordan 2/3 Sneaker Boasts a Hybrid Design Language
Hybrid Laced Sneaker Sandals
adidas Introduces the Summer-Ready Beach Gazelle Silhouette
Technical High-Fashion Sneakers
The Balenciaga 3XL Sneaker Showcases Exaggerated Soles
Collaborative Dramatic Soled Boots
MSCHF Introduces a Dramatic 2x4 Boots for the Season
Elevated Ultra-Chunky Lifestyle Shoes
BEAMS Gives the HOKA Bondi B3LS Sneakers an Upgrade
Branded Outsole Luxe Footwear
Daniel Lee's Burburry FW23 Footwear Highlights the Soles
Doll-Inspired High Heels
The Fantastic Plastic Foot Shoes are Shaped Like a Doll's Tip-Toed Foot
Fashion-Forward Lifestyle Sneakers
Valentino Garavani Unveils a New Pair of Premium Sneakers
Designer-Approved Skateshoe Silhouettes
The Vans x Proenza Schouler Collab Was Highly Anticipated
Preppy Minimal Skate Sneakers
Nicole Hause Joins Nike on a Special Pair of Dunk Shoes
Retro Collaborative Textural Sneakers
Fear of God and adidas Present a Collaborative 86 Lo Shoe
Ventilated Heel-Strapped Clogs
Birkenstock Presents the Birki Flow Clog Silhouette
Over-The-Knee Plush Boots
UGG Introduces the New Heights Platform Xtra for Fall 2024
Chunky Metallic-Tinged Sneakers
The Air Jordan 4 Gets a Sail and Metallic Gold Colorway
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
Chic Skater Style Sneakers
These Dior B9S Sneakers Come in Two Material Options
Chunky Pre-Fall Dynamic Footwear
YUME YUME Presents a Range of Footwear for Pre-Fall 2023
Cartoon-Like Perforated Boot Designs
MSCHF Unveils its New Collaborative Crocs Boot
Updated 90s-Inspired Shoe Silhouettes
Vans Releases a New Contemporary Take on Its Classic Slip-On
Collaborative Wedged Sneaker Heels
Isabel Marant and Converse Unveil a Chuck 70 Wedge
Elevated Chunky Base Slip-Ons
Birkenstock Adds a Chunky Boston Clog to the Roster
Cork Foam Footwears
SOLE Jasper Chukka Redefines What’s Possible Using Natural Materials
Chunky Versatile Trail Sneakers
CT Footwear Introduces the Intruder Collection
Elevated Slides Designs
Havaianas Launches Its Spring/Summer 2023 Line and the Designs Look Comfy
Upcycled Cork Sneakers
Each SOLE Jasper Chukka Pair is Made with 52 Recycled Natural Wine Corks
Bejeweled Checkered Footwear
Mattias Gollin Remixes the Vans Signature Slip-Ons with Jewels
Brogue-Style Skateboard Sneakers
The Vans Varsity Sneakers are at Once Laidback and Preppy
Mohair-Laced Luxe Ski Boots
Thibo Denis Presents the New Ski Boots Online with a Chunky Form
Minimal Lifestyle Golf Sneakers
KITH Unveils a Series of the adidas Samba Golf Sneakers
Stacked Base Lifestyle Sneakers
adidas Unveils Another Gazelle Bold Sneaker Model
Ribbed Padded Sporty Slip-Ons
PUMA Introduces a Look at the Tuff Padded Slippers
Pre-Distressed Skate Sneakers
Vans' Stressed Series Creates a Worn-Out Look of Classic Shoes
Co-Branded Footwear Designs
Vans Skateboarding Collaborates with Skate Brand Hockey
Dynamic Dramatic Sole Sneakers
Cactus Plant Flea Market and Nike Launch a Flea 2 Sneaker
Chunky Monochromatic Sneakers
The Latest Jordan 4 Sneakers Have a Skate-Centric Look
Dynamic Layered Patterning Shoes
Vans Presents the Dramatic Premium Clash the Wall Shoes
Modular Mix-and-Match Footwear
Commbi's Patent-Pending Modular Footwear Uses Swappable Footbeds
Luxe Organically Shaped Shoes
MAD Architects and Fendi Create a Dynamic Sneaker Model
Luxurious Hybrid Sneaker-Mules
Balenciaga Unveils the Triple S Mule Hybrid Silhouette for SS23
Stylish Everyday Men's Footwear
Lululemon Introduces the New Men's Footwear Collection
Premium Fashion-Forward Slippers
Mave & Chez Pioneering Luxurious Comfort Footwear for Women
Summery Sporty Platform Mules
adidas Presents its New adiForm Stan Smith Mule for SS23
Elegant Footwear Collections
ARCH NYC Has Unveiled Its Contemporary Fall 2023 Collection
Greyscale Contrasting Chunky Shoes
MSCHF's Gobstompers Come in a Graylag Goose Colorway
Fashion-Centric Quilted Slippers
Sandy Liang Presents a New Range of Plush Subu Footwear
Platform Patterned Loafer Shoes
Clarks Introduces the Linoso Monk Shoes with a Lift
Gothic Style Perforated Footwear
Crocs Presents the Dynamic Wednesday Stomp Clogs
Platform Lifestyle Customizable Shoes
Nike By You Adds the Cortez Silhouette to its Roster
Chunky Multi-Color Clogs
Crocs Adds the New Bubble Crush Clog to its Expansive Portfolio
Comfortable Stylish Heel Designs
Inez Delivers Heels with Proprietary Comfort Insole Units
Refined Comfort-Focused Footwear Lines
Elizée Aims to Redefine Luxury Footwear
Hairy Suede Handcrafted Footwear
Soccertes NY and Romantic Move Join on the Bread Clog
Suede Leather Slip-On Shoes
Merrell's Jungle Moc Shoes Come in an Array of Designs and Colorways
Smart Customized Footwear Designs
Kristýna Hrabánková Designs New Sandals for URBNC3
Rugged Laceless Trekking Footwear
The North Face Designs the Graval Slip-On Silhouette
Sporty Chunky Breathable Footwear
Crocs Introdices the New Bubble Crush Clog