Closets are an ever-evolving space that tend to change more often than your profile picture. But amidst the current trendy items, the sentimental — if not outdated — pieces, and the coveted designer scores, is a collection of tried-and-true staples: white button-downs, simple boot-cut jeans, a black moto jacket. There's also a lineup of requisite shoes needed to top off any look.Beating out your ankle boots and worn-in white sneakers in versatility is a pair of LBHs (little black heels) whose soles you may have worn out...more than once. Black heels have always been a shining beacon for the motto "what works, works"— and they're the perfect finishing touch for every event and dress, ever.
From your office desk to a first date, owning a solid set of black heels that will have your back in every situation is a must. And while there's no harm in sticking to your plain patent pumps, we've rounded up a few alternatives that prove opting for this reliable staple doesn't mean you have to play it safe.
We really want these in all colors, but we'll save our black pair for evenings out.
Mansur Gavriel Suede Platform Sandals, $625, available at Net-a-Porter.
Goes well with every set of cropped jeans you bought last season.
Truffle Collection Molly Ankle Strap Mid Heeled Shoes, $58 $43, available at ASOS.
A T-strap heel for those Kate Middleton fans.
Nine West Tornaydo Pointy Toe Pumps, $89 $49.99, available at Nine West.
Colorblocking is out. Shadeblocking is in.
Ouigal Liza, $345.95 $212.97, available at Solestruck.
Black heels shouldn't be all business.
Eugenia Kim Daria, $690 $345, available at Eugenia Kim.
Because now you have an excuse to wear platform sandals to events that aren't '90s-themed.
Charles & Keith Block Heel Platform Sandals, $49, available at Charles & Keith.
This mid-height heel is flattering on every leg.
Zara High Heel Slingback Shoes, $49.90, available at Zara.
The peep-toe under the bow keeps this edgy style feminine.
Miu Miu Peep-Toe Suede Pumps, $690 $414, available at MyTheresa.
Easy to walk in, easy to style.
Cos Elastic Black Heels, $225 $112, available at Cos.
Give the pointed toe some love.
Alexander Wang Lovisa Pump, $495, available at Alexander Wang.
The slight curve detail keeps these simple pumps fresh.
H&M Leather Pumps, $69.99, available at H&M.
Tap your heels twice...
Marc By Marc Jacobs Glittered Heel Pumps, $604.99, available at Farfetch.
Slingbacks guys, we're calling it.
Topshop Gramercy Singback Shoes, $120, available at Topshop.
The mule/stiletto hybrid you never knew you wanted.
Mango Destructed High Heel Shoes, $59.99, available at Mango.
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