Say Goodbye to Kitten Heels—This Even-Shorter Shoe Is Suddenly Showing Up in Every Fashion Person’s Closet

Kitten heels have emerged as the hardest-working and most versatile silhouette in many fashion people’s shoe collections over recent years, especially during the pandemic when comfort became a top priority. Although that era has passed, the style endures and remains popular. But what if we told you there’s another style that offers similar elegance and comfort with a slightly shorter heel? That’s right. We call it micro heels.

The micro-heeled shoe trend closely resembles a nub—or a small lump. While the average height of kitten heels is between two and 2.5 inches, micro heels measure from one to two inches. This means they sit almost on the ground but not quite, allowing you to stand taller with your shoulders back. And, like kitten heels, micro heels come in various silhouettes, including elegant boots, pumps, slingbacks, and sandals, offering a range of options to choose from.