A mule, done properly, is one of the most effortless footwear options you can reach for. No faff, no buckles, no laces, just slip on and go. Heeled mules feel immediately dressy. Flat mules are the most comfortable option for a long day. We’ve been pulling together options across both because the mule format works across an enormous range of occasions. These are the ones we’ve actually worn extensively and can confidently say are worth every penny and every step.