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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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
Minimalist Rugged Hiking Shoes
The North Face Clyffe Suede Shoes Have a Vibram Megagrip Outsole
Maximalist Ultra-Cushioned Sneakers
The HOKA Bondi 9 Has 2mm of New Cushioning
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
Futuristic Sandal Hybrid Sneakers
The Versace Mercury Boasts a Stealthy Chunky Silhouette
Comfort-Forward High Heels
The Vida Collection Offers Heels That Love You Back
Electric Truck Shoe Concepts
The 'CyberShoes' Footwear Project is Inspired by the Cybertruck
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
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
Retail-Exclusive Stark Blue Footwear
These Nike Air Max 95 Trainers are Exclusive to JD
Hiking-Style Chunky Sneakers
Vans Introduces a Pair of the MTW Crosspath Sneaker for Trailer
Second-Skin Luxury Footwear
Balenciaga Presents the Dynamic Zero Shoe with Unique Grip
Sleek Suede Skate Clog-Mules
Vans Introduces the Cozy New Harbor Mule V3 Model
Comfortable Hybrid Heels
Sneex Fuses the Performance of Sneakers with the Style of High Heels
Ultra-Chunky Base Running Shoes
HOKA Presents a New Bondi 9 Sneaker to its Lineup
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
Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs
Free People x Dr. Scholl’s Refreshes a Style for a New Generation
3D-Printed Winter Sport Shoes
This Bobsled Footwear Features 3D-Printed Outsoles
Summer-Ready Sporty Slip-Ons
Nike's Aqua Swoosh Shoes are Expanding to Offer Adult Sizes
Chunky Collaborative Fashionable Shoes
adidas and Y-3 Introduce the Newest Range of Footwear
Lifestyle-Catering Molded Footwear
adidas Presents the Harden Vol. 9 in a Molded Leather Look
Futuristic Layered Sneaker Models
Nike's Air Max Portal Shoes Boasts a Chunky Silhouette
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
Vibrant Rugged Skate Sneakers
Vans Tokyo Design Collective Introduces the Vans Varsity Collection
Sophisticated Tassel-Detailed Shoes
Vans Introduces a Look at the Elevated Carver Sneaker Model
Impact-Absorption Leather Sneakers
Nike Introduces a New Premium Touch to the Shox Sneaker
Hybrid Sneaker-Inspired Boots
The Luca Chukka Sneaker Boot is Handcrafted in Portugal
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
Minimalist Fashion Hiking Footwear
The Common Projects Hiking Boots are Handmade in Italy
Collaborative Fashion Puffy Boots
adidas and Moon Boot Work in Collaboration on the BOOST Sneaker
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
Spring-Ready Intricately Laced Shoes
Rick Owens Presents the Megalaced Mule for SS25
Minimal Contrasting Basketball Shoes
The Nike Air Jordan 14 Sneaker Model Gets a Black Toe Version
Chic Cruelty-Free Footwear Designs
Stella Mccartney Debuts the 10th Anniversary Elyse Platform
Prickly Monochromatic Sleek Footwear
A$AP Rocky and PUMA Launch New Mostro 3D Shoes
Padded Fashion-Forward Footwear
The ALDO Pillow Walk Technology Offers Comfort with Each Step
Sophisticated Monotonal Footwear
adidas Spotlights the Formal Stan Smith Freizeit Shoe
Minimal Sleek Skate Sneakers
CLOT and adidas Remix a New Pair of Gazelle Sneakers
Ultra-Plush Cushioned Sneakers
adidas Introduces a New Chunky Samba Model Reflecting a Puffer
Hand-Stitched Italian Sneakers
The P448 Sohosocks Have a Fabric Sock Liner for Added Wearability
Unique Platform-Style Sandals
4CCCCEES Offers Distinct Buckle Sandals
Collaborative Chunky Skate Sneakers
always do what you should do Joins adidas on the Superstar
Puffy Technical Winter Boots
Suicoke Continues to Grow its Vibram Furoshiki Project
Minimal Chunky Running Shoes
NAMESAKE Takes a Spin at a Pair of its Own adidas Sneaker for SS25
Reissued Technical Skate Footwear
Globe Presents New Sneakers with the Vibram Kakkoi Sole
Skate-Centric Classic Footwear
Vans Introduces the Refreshed Skate Old Skool 36+ Model
Winter-Ready Skateboard Shoes
Vans Old Skool Premium GORE-TEX are Available in Japan
NYC-Inspired Sneaker Designs
The Coach Soho Sneaker Collection is Chic and Urban-Informed
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
Comfortable High-Heeled Sneakers
Sneex is Sara Blakely's Latest Venture of Hybrid Footwear
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
Sponge-Like Shoes
The Adidas 'Zponge' Sneaker is Ultra-Cushy
Progrssive Chunky Running Sneakers
Nike Introduces the Uplift SC Sneaker Model
Breathable Chunky Skate Sneakers
Vans Introduces a New Range of the Reimagined Speed LS Sneaker
Dynamic Sole Unit Sneakers
adidas Brings Attention to its New Zponge Sneaker Model
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
Minimalist Sock-Like Sneakers
The Gucci Slip-On Sneaker Has a Monogram Molded Rubber Sole
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
Patterned Puffy Artisanal Shoes
Suicoke and Story mfg. Present a New Collection Together
Modernized Lightweight Sneakers
Converse Introduces a Pair of the Weapon PLTS OX Sneaker
Hybrid Slip-On Sleek Loafers
Air Jorda Presents the Stealthy Mule Loafer Model
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
Cushioned Base Sporty Footwear
adidas Presents the New Sporty Samba Millenium Sneaker
Collaborative Dramatic Soled Boots
MSCHF Introduces a Dramatic 2x4 Boots for the Season
Collaborative Cushioned Sneakers
Caroline Hu and adidas Originals Join Forces on the SL 72s
Chunky Archival Skate Sneakers
The Estazzo Sneaker by Vans Gets a Revamped Look
Elevated Ultra-Chunky Lifestyle Shoes
BEAMS Gives the HOKA Bondi B3LS Sneakers an Upgrade
Mule-Style Streetwear Sneakers
The Vans Authentic Sneakers Now Have a Crushable Heel
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
Dynamic Graphic Skate Sneakers
S.R. STUDIO. LA. CA. and OTW By Vans Join on a Sneaker
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
Flexible Grounding Footwear
Terra Grounding Shoes Feature a Carbon-Infused Conductive Sole
Over-The-Knee Plush Boots
UGG Introduces the New Heights Platform Xtra for Fall 2024
Textured Floral Design Footwear
Oasis Society Features Spring-Themed Shoes with 3D Florals
Chunky Metallic-Tinged Sneakers
The Air Jordan 4 Gets a Sail and Metallic Gold Colorway
Super-Flat Luxurious Sneakers
Maison Margiela Presents Its New Sprinters Low-Top Shoes
Square-Toe Perforated Footwear
Crocs and atmos Tokyo Create the Crocs Blunt Toe Clog
Weatherproof Skateboard Sneakers
The Vans LX Old Skool 36 GORE-TEX Sneakers are Springtime-Ready
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
Elevated Chunky Base Slip-Ons
Birkenstock Adds a Chunky Boston Clog to the Roster
Dandyism-Inspired Men's Footwear
Louis Vuitton Unveiled the 'LV BUTTERSOFT Sneaker'
Chunky Versatile Trail Sneakers
CT Footwear Introduces the Intruder Collection
Bejeweled Checkered Footwear
Mattias Gollin Remixes the Vans Signature Slip-Ons with Jewels
Upcycled Cork Sneakers
Each SOLE Jasper Chukka Pair is Made with 52 Recycled Natural Wine Corks
Brogue-Style Skateboard Sneakers
The Vans Varsity Sneakers are at Once Laidback and Preppy
Stacked Base Lifestyle Sneakers
adidas Unveils Another Gazelle Bold Sneaker Model
Textural Chunky Collaborative Footwear
KITH and adidas Join Forces with a Festive Sneaker Capsule
Ribbed Padded Sporty Slip-Ons
PUMA Introduces a Look at the Tuff Padded Slippers
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
Stealthy Collaborative Skate Footwear
Nike and Supreme Launch a New SB Dunk Low Sneaker
Modern Golf Footwear Designs
Heathlander Emphasizes Style, Performance, and Comfort
Triple Black Leather Sneakers
Nike Introduces the New Dunk Low Sneaker in Triple Black
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
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
Textural Update Skate Sneakers
Vans Unveils a Limited-Edition Range with Zhang Quan for LNY
Platform Patterned Loafer Shoes
Clarks Introduces the Linoso Monk Shoes with a Lift
Boldly Patterned Colorful Sneakers
COMME des GARÇONS Presents a Salomon SR811 Platform
Bold Archival Footwear
The Clarks Torhill Lo Features 10 Versatile Colors
Gothic Style Perforated Footwear
Crocs Presents the Dynamic Wednesday Stomp Clogs
Modern Golfer Footwear Designs
ASICS Has Recently Introduced the JAPAN S™ Golf Shoe
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
Chunky Multi-Color Clogs
Crocs Adds the New Bubble Crush Clog to its Expansive Portfolio
Fashion-Centric Quilted Slippers
Sandy Liang Presents a New Range of Plush Subu Footwear
Slender Retro Sneakers
The adidas SL 72 Shoes Features Bold Colorways
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
Texturally Elevated Footwear
The 'Club C Grounds UK' Shoes Feature an Assortment of Modern Colors
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
Vegan Fashionable Boundering Shoes
Boris Bidjan Saberi Designs the Athletic Bouldering Shoe 1
Rugged Laceless Trekking Footwear
The North Face Designs the Graval Slip-On Silhouette
Dynamic Technical Sneaker Models
SATISFY Presents theROCKER Sneaker Model
Sporty Chunky Breathable Footwear
Crocs Introdices the New Bubble Crush Clog