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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women’s.
1. Chic Toms cutout sandals with breathable fabric straps and a stacked heel to strike the perfect balance between sophisticated style and crucial walkability.
FYI, these are included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I was surprised how much I loved wearing these heels. I hadn't ever worn them, but took them with me for my friend's wedding weekend festivities. Wore them for several days without ANY issues! Other than my feet getting warm and swelling (not at fault of the shoes), and that's when I wanted to get out of the shoes. Otherwise, these heels were so comfortable and cute!!! Very much recommend!" —kmark
Get them from Amazon for $63.50+ (available in sizes 5–12 and in nine colors).
2. Padded lace-up block heels so you can serve a dramatic look without dealing with any post-dance floor drama from your feet.
Promising review: "I bought these shoes for an outdoor wedding because of the block heel and I’m so happy I did! These are so great and comfortable. I wore these dancing all night! I felt like they were true to size. I’m buying them in another color as well!" —sparky_b.
Get them from Amazon for $41.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and in 17 colors).
3. Chunky platform ankle strap heels available in lots of fun colors if you're looking to (literally) take your look to the next level.
Promising review: "If you're on the fence about these shoes, let this be your decision. BUY THE SHOES!!!!! I am absolutely in love with the color and fit of these heels! I have gotten so many compliments and they are so comfortable. I wore them to a family member's wedding and never took them off once while dancing :)." —Molly G.
Get them from Lulus for $42 (available in sizes 5–11 and in nine colors).
4. Breathable Skechers wedge sandals because how else are you going to get through cocktail hour and a night of dancing without a dress-to-impress kind of shoe you can easily stand in for hours?
FYI, these are included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "Lightweight, comfy sole. All around most comfortable shoe I have ever worn. Danced for hours and never once thought of taking these shoes off. Wore to a wedding and days later dressed down with jeans. Sincerely most comfortable wedge heel I have ever worn." —Renee K
Get them from Amazon for $30.96+ (available in regular sizes 5–12, wide sizes 6–11, and in eight colors).
5. Snazzy heeled slip-ons with trendy braided straps for a versatile staple that can be dressed down for the dress rehearsal, dressed up for the wedding night, and worn long after the weekend has passed.
Promising review: "I’ve never found heels that I can actually wear all night long until these beauties came into my life. I last-minute ordered these for my sister’s wedding that I was MOH in. They arrived the night before the wedding so I brought a backup pair of heels with me thinking these would crap out on me an hour into wearing them. I was wrong! I danced all night and was the only bridesmaid who never took their heels off during the night! I had two weddings the following weekend and again wore them all day and night with zero discomfort! So impressed with the comfort and quality of these heels!" —Ashley Navarro
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes 6–10 and in a variety of colors/heel heights).
6. Comfortable knit block heels equipped with actual arch support and a no-rub heel patch that you'll never want to take off, even after dancing up a storm. Bonus — they're machine washable, so you can wear them to next weekend's wedding even if you spill a wee bit of wine on your tootsies.
Vivaia is a small shoe brand founded in 2020 with the mission to create stylish and high-quality footwear. Many of the brand's shoes are made from recycled water bottles, and they've implemented a production process that actively works to reduce waste.
Promising review: "I purchased these shoes for some MDW weddings I had and they couldn't have been more perfect! I wore them back-to-back days for a total of about 20 hours and I have zero complaints. They were so comfortable and the perfect shoe to go with any dress! I wore them all day/night for ceremonies and receptions and didn't take them off once. So excited to wear these for the rest of the summer weddings I'll be attending!" —Megan S.
Get them from Vivaia for $119+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in 10 styles).
7. Dazzling rhinestone-studded chunky heels to bring "life of the party" energy from your head all the way down to your toes in a style you can actually dance in without instant regret.
Promising review: "Love these shoes! Wore them for a formal party and got lots of compliments. I don’t normally wear heels so I bought these and they were comfortable. I wore them for most of the night and danced in them too!" —Friday
Get them from Amazon for $22.34+ (available in sizes 5–11 and six colors).
8. Chunky block heel sandals so you can toe the line between elegant and edgy with a sturdy lug sole that'll help prevent any unwanted slippage on slick floors.
Promising review: "I was so confident in the comfort of these shoes I brought them to a wedding to be my comfortable dancing shoes. Everyone was shocked that they were my comfy option, but I was busy dancing the night away." —Lara Glennon
Get them from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and in 16 colors/prints).
9. Vibrant bow knot party shoes if you're tired of basic dress shoes that only come in black or beige. Crank up the color with these showstoppers, perched on a not-too-high block heel that won't destroy your feet.
Promising review: "These are by far my favorite dressy shoes! I tend to last an hour or so in heels but that was not the case in these! I bought them for my brother's wedding and I didn't need to change into my backup flats ALL NIGHT! 🤯🤯🤯😍😍😍 Surprisingly comfortable! Packaged very nicely with care. And super cute! I received so many compliments on them! I LOVE THESE! If you're debating, STOP. Trust me, you'll love em too 💃" —Anjelika
Get them from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in sizes 6–12 and in four colors).
10. Beaded platform wedges because I didn't know so much wow-worthy pizazz could be packed into one pair of shoes, and stilettos don't just feel like the right move for this farmhouse-style wedding on a *literal* farm.
Promising review: "Not only are these shoes totally adorable, they are extremely comfortable even after hours of wear. I bought them to match a dress for my niece's wedding. They fit perfectly and I wore them for about five hours at the wedding, which included a lot of dancing and walking around. My feet didn't even hurt at the end of the evening. I am pretty picky when it comes to dress shoes because my feet tend to hurt almost immediately after many years of painful shoes. I can't wait to wear these again!" —Moosegirl67
Get them from Amazon for $42.98+ (available in sizes 5–10 and 19 colors).
11. Slip-on strappy sandals with plenty of padding and stretch for gently cradling your feet instead of cramping them.
FYI, these are included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I purchased these heels for a wedding event. I haven’t worn heels since I got pregnant and had a baby, so two years without training my feet in heels! I was so afraid of wearing heels for a formal event, decided to try before purchasing them and they were PERFECT! Not too high, stretchy, I was able to dance with my husband all night and my feet were so comfortable yet stylish! I highly recommend them!" —Sam M.
Get them from Amazon for $38.82+ (available in regular sizes 5–11 and wide sizes 6–11).
12. Or these low wedge sandals with stretchy elastic straps that'll absorb foot sweat and are great for people with wide feet, different-sized feet, or bunions.
Promising review: "I wore these to a wedding and they were so comfortable to use all night long. They went with a variety of colors so I could wear it with my dress rehearsal outfit as well, which made packing easier too! They’re stretchy, but not so much so that it’s an issue and the back did not dig in at all." —Ftangre
Get them from Amazon for $30.99 (available in sizes 5–11 and in nine colors).
13. Cap-toe mesh kitten heels to hop on this season's see-through shoe trend with a timeless style that's got stiletto-level elegance without all the ankle-breaking height.
Get them from Target for $59.99 (originally $90; available in sizes 5.5–11 and in six colors).
14. Minimalist metallic sandals so you can still feel like your finest, fanciest self whether you're attending a beach wedding or have just been burned by heels too many times before.
A lot of reviewers recommend ordering a half size up from your usual size!
Promising review: "Beautiful elegant sandals. I wore them with a silk chiffon maxi to my daughter's wedding. Wore them all day right out of the box and didn't think about my feet all day. The white color looked stunning." —Kimberly C Keefe
Get them from Amazon for $48.97 (available in sizes 5–13 and in 10 colors).
15. Cushioned crossed strap stilettos if you're about to give up on ever finding heels that are high arch *and* wide-foot friendly according to reviewers. The hunt is over and, might I say, they're more beautiful than I could've imagined.
Promising review: "I love these shoes! I NEVER and I mean NEVER wear high heels. I am a barefoot or flip-flops kinda girl. These are super comfortable and really really cute! I bought them for a bachelorette party this weekend and I am beyond excited about these heels. I'm 5'9" and these make me an even 6 feet. I can walk without looking like a newborn giraffe learning to walk. I did have to poke a hole in the straps in order for them to stay on my feet; I have skinny ankles, but I still gave 5 stars because that is not a huge deal to me. Would recommend these to other shoppers." —Britt
Get them from Amazon for $40.99+ (available in regular sizes 5–11, wide sizes 7–10 and 12 colors).
16. Slip-on satin ballet flats because weddings are one of the few chances you have to bust out your best moves, so you might as well opt for some dancerly shoes that also happen to be adorable in any scenario.
Get them from Asos for $26 (available in sizes 4–12 and in black and pink).
17. Block heel open-toe sandals for comfort and compliments guaranteed, no matter what you pair them with. They're also a great in-between option for weddings in those transitionary spring and fall months.
Promising review: "I bought these for a wedding I was going to. I didn’t wear them before the wedding and they were still incredibly comfortable. My feet didn’t hurt at all! Highly recommend!" —Lindsi Garand
Get them from Amazon for $37.02+ (available in sizes 5.5–11 and eight colors).
18. Earth-friendly woven huarache sandals with shock-absorbing foam insoles that blur the line between casual sandals and dressy loafers. The versatile style is a primo pick for weekends where packing light is a must. You'll have trouble finding reasons not to wear them for the hundredth day in a row.
Promising review: "I ordered my sandals for at-home try-on, and they shipped very fast even when I had to exchange for a different size. They are constructed beautifully. They seem delicate but are well made and I feel comfortable walking around in them all day for work." —Neely G.
Get it from Nisolo for $110+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in five colors).
19. Heeled ankle strap sandals to go with any and every wedding outfit you have planned this season. She's timeless. She's elegant. She's the one shoe to rule them all!
Promising review: "I bought these shoes for a wedding and loved them! Before this I had no heels in my closet due to the discomfort of the shoe style but these were comfy all night long! I actually liked them so much I wore them to another wedding a few months later! They’re true to size and the perfect height for someone who doesn’t typically wear heels but wants to dress an outfit up! I had no issues walking!" —Kylie J
Get them from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in a variety of colors/patterns).
20. Statement-making suede pumps so you can still enjoy your own flowers even if you don't manage to catch the bride's bouquet.
21. Geometric pointed-toe wedges with a non-slip outsole if you love the comfort of a wedge, but not the usual boho styling. If chic city slicker is the vibe you're going for, these are it!
Promising reviews: "Such comfortable summer sandals. Perfect for summer weddings and sundresses." —Melissa Ford
"This shoe looks cute with jeans or you can dress it up. Very comfortable and very cute, I have received many compliments on the shoes." —paula
Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes 6–11 and in five colors).
22. Handmade vegetable-tanned leather slides because your friends are tying the knot on every type of terrain from beaches and lakes to forests and mountains. Opt for this easygoing style to keep you cute and comfortable in these uncharted wedding waters.
If you have a wide foot or are in-between sizes, the brand recommends ordering a size up! The leather will mold to your feet after a few wears!
Get them from our Goodful shop for $165 (available in EU sizes 35–42 and in two styles).
23. Or faux leather H-strap slides for a budget-friendly pick you won't have to worry as much about keeping track of if you decide to ditch the shoes and bury your feet in the sand mid-ceremony.
FYI, these are included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "Wore these all day to a wedding and no blisters or slipping off my feet" —Dixie Giddens
Get them from Amazon for $39.90 (available in sizes 5–13 and in 22 colors/prints).
24. Artisan-crafted embroidered block heels that look like they belong in an IRL fairy tale, but not the one where a certain shoe gets lost. You won't ever want to be without these beauties once you've taken them for a spin.
Miss Tapestry is an Etsy shop selling handcrafted shoes with detailed embroidery.
Promising review: "I adore these shoes. I wore them to my wedding last week. I normally can’t wear heels for over an hour but I danced all night in these with no pain in my feet, thank goodness! I’ve never owned such fabulous shoes, and probably won’t ever again. I will wear them all the time. Many friends asked after them and I have recommended your shoes as highly as I can." —Dakotah
Get them from Miss Tapestry on Etsy for $39.90 (available in sizes 5–9 and in three colors).
25. Sleek cutout sandals to make all your other shoes jealous. Bold details, the *perfect* walkable block heel, in a go-with-everything silhouette you can wear day or night...how does she do it?!
Promising review: "I bought this a few weeks ago and can’t be more pleased. Very comfortable and the heel height is perfect. I wore them all day and my feet were not sore. Looks good with jeans and dresses." —Southern Gal
Get them from DSW for $49.98+ (originally $75; available in sizes 6–11 and in three colors).
26. A pair of pointed-toe pumps with an asymmetric strap so you can shimmy and shake in shoes with looks that can kill, but won't kill your feet.
FYI, these are included in Prime Try Before You Buy, so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "These heels were exactly what I was looking for with the outfit I wore for a family formal wedding. They were comfortable right out of the box and I wore them the entire event while dancing majority of the time. I was very impressed. No blisters or sore feet the next day either. I receive many compliments on these shoes when I wear them. I highly recommend." —Dana Lynn Kriha
Get them from Amazon for $35.72+ (available in regular sizes 5–12, wide sizes 6–12, and in eight colors).
27. Square-toe stacked heel mules if you secretly want to be wearing flip-flops always, but don't want to deal with your aunt disapprovingly eyeing your footwear the whole night. Make ~everyone~ happy with this elevated slip-on.
28. Chunky platform heels because the retro style looks (and feels) good year-round, so you can count on them to support you through Thanksgiving dinners, holiday parties, and graduations long after wedding season comes to a close.
FYI, these are included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I ordered these for a wedding and it felt like I had sneakers on all night!! i can't wait to order more!!" —Poison Ivy Macramé LLC
Get them from Amazon for $25.45+ (available in sizes 4.5–10 and in 22 styles).
29. Jacquard Mary Jane flats for proving once and for all that a comfy pair of flats can be just as flashy and fancy as a pair of heels.
Promising review: "These shoes are beautiful and the crystal band makes it extra special. I have had many compliments from people when wearing. In addition, they are extremely comfortable. I have walked all over NYC in these for several hours. I am also a professional calligrapher and I wear them to my live events for luxury clients and my feet are never sore or tired after long hours. Very much recommend them." —Grace C.
Get it from Birdies for $156 (available in sizes 5–12 and in black and champagne).
30. And platform faux wood clogs that I would file under "shockingly comfortable" thanks to their lightweight feel, padded insoles, and grippy non-slip bottoms.
Promising review: "I ordered these heels along with five other similar 'comfort' heels from different brands to find a pair of heels for a wedding I was in. These were my pick out of all of them after trying them on and walking around the house, and I am so glad they were! I wore the heels about 10.5 hours for the wedding (on my feet the entire time, and including three hours of nonstop dancing) and had no issues!! This is a BIG deal — I absolutely hate wearing heels and never wear them and only go for comfort brand shoes. These did not hurt at all, and I loved them!" —Blair
Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in regular sizes 6–11, wide sizes 6.5–11, and in four colors).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.