You can thank Katie Holmes for giving you permission to ditch those uncomfortable high heels for good. (Getty)(Getty)
When she's not plying her trade on a movie set or treading the boards on the Great White Way, Katie Holmes is legit style influencer. She sits front row at the top fashion shows and has been known to serve looks while walking the streets of New York City. Earlier this year, folks were fangirling her go-to Mansur Gavriel tote, but now we've turned our attention to her feet, for La Holmes was recently spotted wearing a pair of stunning gold mules that have us inspired to ditch high heels in favor of a more modest — and comfortable! — kitten heel.
The shoes in question? Franco Sarto Marlina Mules, and shockingly, they don't cost a fortune. The pointy-toed slides come in five colors and feature a cool cage pattern that makes them a bit more visually interesting than plain pumps. They're available in both medium and wide widths in sizes 5-13.
Holmes paired her shoes with a pair of ruffled pants, but these stylish slides will look good with just about any ensemble. Wear them with a dress when you're going to a fancy event or pair them with jeans and blazer for a date night.
"Love these. [They are] so elegant and definitely a great Chanel dupe. Quality is 10/10," one fan wrote of these sleek slides that are less than $30 at Amazon. If the gray/black combo isn't your style, there are seven other colors to choose from in sizes 5-13. The heel is just over two inches tall and the padded footbed ensures comfort for hours on end.
"Classy and comfy, these cap-toed, kitten heel mules are worth the price. I never buy mules, but chose these because the style works with so many outfits and they will NEVER give your heels blisters. My regular size 8 fit and now I want another pair," another customer revealed.
Ready to show off your pedicure? Grab these under-$50 sandals that will look good with basically everything in your closet. Nearly three in four reviewers have bestowed a five-star rave on them, many of whom were pleasantly surprised by the fit.
"I bought these for a wedding and they were perfect," recalled this reviewer. "I was a little worried about the comfort of the strap over the instep, because in the past this style has been uncomfortable due to the strap rubbing. But these were super comfortable, and of course, I wore them for hours over the course of the wedding. The heel height is perfect (I'm on the taller side). SUPER happy with these as a neutral-colored shoe that can match so many dresses."
Perfect for work or play, these are a timeless style you can have in your rotation for years to come and wear all year round. Pair them with trousers or a pencil skirt for work or don them with jeans and a dressy top for a night out.
"I purchased these shoes for a bridal shower to pair with a black dress. The shoes are beautiful and comfortable. [They are a] great value for your money and fit true to size. The quality of the shoe is great," one wearer wrote.
Another dancing queen commented, "They have the elegant look of designer shoes. i immediately put them on my feet and danced around. I love the pointed style as they make my feet look longer. They are stable, slip-resistant and the height I like."
If you like the look of Holmes' gold heels, then check out this sleek pump with a very walkable 2.25-inch heel. It's outfitted with LifeStride's proprietary Soft System comfort technology.
"Love, love, love these shoes," one reviewer gushed. "Very comfortable, fit well and nice to look at."
Sandal season can't get here soon enough, am I right? Snag these strappy heels to wear the first day warm weather arrives with your favorite spring dress or skirt. In addition to black, these are available in gold and two nude shades in whole and half sizes 5-11.
"Very comfortable for the price. Wore them to a wedding. Lots of dancing and no pain. They have that sexy strap sandal look without being to high of a heel," one person wrote in their review.
"I don't wear heels very often, so I didn't want to shell out too much for a pair. These are surprisingly comfortable and the heel is low enough that I can walk comfortably. The ankle strap has an elastic, which is great — no more weird gaps. The straps are wide enough that they will not dig into your feet," another explained.
These stylish Vince Camuto slides are on clearance over at QVC right now, so don't miss out. Available in black patent, gold and pink, these versatile mules are made from genuine leather and have a comfy heel that's less than two inches tall.
"I was looking for a summer sandal with a kitten heel, and these are perfect and so pretty," one QVC shopper shared.
"Very comfortable and well made," another added.
Though $115 is way more affordable than most celeb-sported shoes, it's still a bit steep for those of us who don't get paid millions of dollars to act in movies. If you're inspired by Holmes to kick your stilettos to the curb and try on kitten heels for size, check out the more affordable picks we're loving below.
The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
