Hand Picked, The Block Heel Sandals Worth Shopping

Block heel sandals are, in my opinion, the only sandal that actually deserves its place in your wardrobe. They give you height and some shaping to your leg, without requiring you to do the death-defying balancing act that stilettos demand. A good pair are also much more practical; they sit nicely on cobblestones, grass at a summer wedding, the front of a platform when you’re rushing to catch a train, and that’s before you’ve even considered how comfortable they are. What separates a nice pair from a great pair is in the details; a heel with enough surface area that you don’t feel like you’re going to break your neck falling over, a footbed that actually cushions your step rather than thin leather stretched over what basically feels like cardboard, and straps that hold your foot in place but aren’t stabbing into your skin by the third hour. Cheap ones may look great when you first buy them and pose for photos, but will start breaking at the toe strap or ankle buckle after a year. A good pair will age well, scuffing up to look cool rather than worn out.

They’re also easy to style. Like, really easy. Sure, that’s sort of the point. Team them with a wide leg trouser and fuss-free top to dress them up into something work-appropriate that doesn’t look like you’ve tried too hard. Pair with a skirt, linen dress at the peak of summer, naked legs. Finished. They look great with tailoring; the heel provides shape without putting the whole ensemble into party/event territory, but they’re just as good thrown over jeans on a Saturday when you want to look like you’ve made an effort, but without telling everyone that’s exactly what you’ve done.

Bonus points if you can wear ankle socks with them during Autumn/Spring. It’s honestly one of the best fashion hacks out there, especially if you go for a sandal with a slightly bigger/heavier heel.
Weddings with loads of outdoor dancing, summer cocktails that turn into meals that turn into cocktails about three courses too many, long lunches that expect you to sit Sans Repose rather than making a défilé back to your desk, anywhere you know you’ll be standing for longer than you’d like. They’re your go-to when you want the leg-lengthening magic of a heel with the ability to actually move like a normal human being for eight, nine hours. Which is pretty much every day.

Top Picks

BLOCK HEEL SANDALNATORIGlow Nappa Leather Block Heel Sandal - Citron / 6.5

$215.00 $43.00 NATORI

BLOCK HEEL SANDALNINA SHOESWomens Steven Bronze Crystal High-Heel Platform Sandal On A Block Heel

$99.00 NINA SHOES

BLOCK HEEL SANDALLIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Ella Block Heel Sandal (Eggnog Fabric) 6.5

$84.73 $49.99 LIFESTRIDE

FRANCO SARTOSarto By Franco Sarto Shoes Sarto Kayla Block Heel Sandal (Brown Fabric) 5.5 M Slip On Fit, Square Toe, Slip $150.00 FRANCO SARTO

FRANCO SARTOFranco Sarto Shoes Franco Kaori Block Heel Slide Sandal (Black Leather) 7.5 M Slip On Fit, Square Toe, Slip $140.00 FRANCO SARTO

FRANCO SARTOSarto By Franco Sarto Shoes Sarto Kayla Block Heel Sandal (Linen White Fabric) 11.0 M Slip On Fit, Square Toe, Slip $150.00 FRANCO SARTO

CIRCUS NYEstella Block Heel Mule Sandal $80.00 CIRCUS NY

CIRCUS NYFaith Strappy Block Heel Sandal $70.00 CIRCUS NY

CIRCUS NYFairmont Block Heel Mule Sandal $60.00 CIRCUS NY

FRANCO SARTOFranco Sarto Shoes Franco Roux Block Heel Slide Sandal (Caramel Brown Leather) 11.0 M Slip On Fit, Pointed Toe, Slip $150.00 FRANCO SARTO

FRANCO SARTOSarto By Franco Sarto Shoes Sarto Kayla Block Heel Sandal (Black Leather) 5.0 M Slip On Fit, Square Toe, Slip $150.00 FRANCO SARTO

FRANCO SARTOFranco Sarto Shoes Franco Roux Block Heel Slide Sandal (Linen White Woven Raffia) 6.5 M Slip On Fit, Pointed Toe, Slip $150.00 FRANCO SARTO

SAM EDELMANDaniella Block Heel Sandal Gold Metallic Leather $140.00 SAM EDELMAN

NINA SHOESWomens Sabetha Dark Chocolate Crystal Block-Heel Dressy Sandal $65.00 NINA SHOES

FRANCO SARTOFranco Sarto Shoes Franco Roux Block Heel Slide Sandal (Black Leather) 6.0 M Slip On Fit, Pointed Toe, Slip $150.00 FRANCO SARTO

SAM EDELMANDaniella Block Heel Sandal Bright White Leather $140.00 SAM EDELMAN

FRANCO SARTOFranco Sarto Shoes Franco Roux Block Heel Slide Sandal (Umber Brown Suede) 8.0 M Slip On Fit, Pointed Toe, Slip $150.00 FRANCO SARTO

NINA SHOESWomens Steven Black Crystal High-Heel Platform Sandal On A Block Heel $99.00 NINA SHOES

NINA SHOESWomens Ganice Silver Mesh Block Low-Heel Hook & Loop Dressy Sandal $89.00 NINA SHOES

SAM EDELMANFarrin Block Heel Slide Sandal Caf Noir Faux Raffia/Suede $140.00 SAM EDELMAN

BANANA REPUBLICJudy Leather Block-Heel Sandal by Freda Salvador $378.00 BANANA REPUBLIC

SAM EDELMANFynn Block Heel Mule Sandal Bleached Beechwood Faux Raffia $140.00 SAM EDELMAN

NINA SHOESWomens Steven Bronze Crystal High-Heel Platform Sandal On A Block Heel $99.00 NINA SHOES

W CONCEPT (US)Joan Block Heel Sandal [Black] $354.00 W CONCEPT (US)

SAM EDELMANDaniella Block Heel Sandal Black Leather $140.00 SAM EDELMAN

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NINA SHOESWomens Sara Stone Crystal Block High-Heel Slingback Dress Sandal$111.06 $19.99 NINA SHOES

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NINA SHOESWomens Henesi New Navy Satin Crystal Block Mid-Heel Dress Sandal$99.95 $19.99 NINA SHOES

−85%

NINA SHOESWomens Sassie Alamo Tan Suedette Stiletto Block-Heel Platform Sandal$133.27 $19.99 NINA SHOES

−58%

NAUTICA.COMBlock Heel Sandal$59.50 $24.99 NAUTICA.COM

−82%

NATORIGlow Luxe Leopard Satin Block Heel Sandal - Chestnut / 9.5$216.67 $39.00 NATORI

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DR. SCHOLL'S SHOESDr. Scholl's Women's Makayla Block Heel Sandal Gold Faux Leather DRSCH 7.5$75.45 $39.99 DR. SCHOLL'S SHOES

−47%

DR. SCHOLL'S SHOESDr. Scholl's Women's Makayla Block Heel Sandal Honey Brown Faux Leather DRSCH 10.0$75.45 $39.99 DR. SCHOLL'S SHOES

−47%

DR. SCHOLL'S SHOESDr. Scholl's Women's Makayla Block Heel Sandal Black Faux Leather DRSCH 7.0$75.45 $39.99 DR. SCHOLL'S SHOES

−80%

NATORIGlow Chikayo Satin Block Heel Sandal$215.00 $43.00 NATORI

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NATORIGlow Nappa Leather Block Heel Sandal - Citron / 6.5$215.00 $43.00 NATORI

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NATORIGlow Nappa Leather Block Heel Sandal - Doe / 8.5$215.00 $43.00 NATORI

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NATORIGlow Nappa Leather Block Heel Sandal - White / 6.5$215.00 $43.00 NATORI

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NATORIGlow Nappa Leather Block Heel Sandal - Black / 7.5$215.00 $43.00 NATORI

−38%

LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Rhythmn Block Heel Sandal (Creme Beige Faux Leather) 8.0$80.63 $49.99 LIFESTRIDE

−41%

LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Ella Block Heel Sandal (Black Fabric) 7.0$84.73 $49.99 LIFESTRIDE

−41%

LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Ella Block Heel Sandal (Fire Red Fabric) 6.0$84.73 $49.99 LIFESTRIDE

−58%

NINA SHOESWomens Angella Electric Blue Satin Crystal Block-Heel Platform Stiletto Sandal$119.02 $49.99 NINA SHOES

−41%

LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Ella Block Heel Sandal (Eggnog Fabric) 6.5$84.73 $49.99 LIFESTRIDE

−38%

LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Ashland 2 Block Heel Sandal (White Faux Leather) 8.0$90.31 $55.99 LIFESTRIDE

−25%

LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Rhythmn Block Heel Sandal (Black Faux Leather) 6.0 W$79.99 $59.99 LIFESTRIDE

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LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Rhythmn Block Heel Sandal (Ice Blue Faux Leather) 11.0 W$79.99 $59.99 LIFESTRIDE

−20%

DR. SCHOLL'S SHOESDr. Scholl's Women's Weslee Slingback Block Heel Sandal Black Faux Leather DRSCH 7.5$74.99 $59.99 DR. SCHOLL'S SHOES

−20%

DR. SCHOLL'S SHOESDr. Scholl's Women's Weslee Slingback Block Heel Sandal White Faux Leather DRSCH 6.5$74.99 $59.99 DR. SCHOLL'S SHOES

−25%

LIFESTRIDELifeStride Shoes Rhythmn Block Heel Sandal (Platino Gold Faux Leather) 5.0$79.99 $59.99 LIFESTRIDE

−20%

DR. SCHOLL'S SHOESDr. Scholl's Women's Weslee Slingback Block Heel Sandal Honey Brown Faux Leather DRSCH 9.5$74.99 $59.99 DR. SCHOLL'S SHOES

−60%

KATE SPADE OUTLETKate Spade Phoebe Block Heel Sandal, Black - 6.5$197.50 $79.00 KATE SPADE OUTLET

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ANN TAYLORAnn Taylor Leather Kiltie Block Heel Sandal$178.00 $106.80 ANN TAYLOR

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KATE SPADE OUTLETKate Spade Loop Block Heel Sandal, pink$198.75 $159.00 KATE SPADE OUTLET

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