{"id":114325,"date":"2017-06-05T04:06:42","date_gmt":"2017-06-05T09:06:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebudgetfashionista.com\/?p=114325"},"modified":"2025-10-18T09:28:52","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T15:28:52","slug":"how-to-wear-platform-sneakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers\/","title":{"rendered":"How to wear platform sneakers"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Fashion has always had a thing for recycling the most notorious trends into chicer, more refined choices. And we&#8217;re so thankful for that! Because the &#8217;90s revival is in full swing, as slip dresses, mini buns, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/choker-trend\/\">chokers<\/a> and, yes, platform sneakers are lining store <em>and<\/em> closet shelves. We promise things are better this time around.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Even if you shudder thinking about&nbsp;a&nbsp;Sketchers&nbsp;sneaker, an iconic Steve Madden spandex slide or, lest we forget, a Moon Shoe, this new&nbsp;posse of platforms&nbsp;will put your mind at ease. Once you warm to the idea of wearing platforms, you&#8217;ll realize the benefits, too:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>A quick height boost<\/li>\r\n<li>Head-turning style when you lace up on casual days<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_1652310\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1652310\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img data-dominant-color=\"a29d95\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a29d95;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1652310 size-full not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers-pin.jpg\" alt=\"Platform sneakers with text and ribbon laces.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1500\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers-pin.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers-pin-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers-pin-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers-pin-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers-pin-640x960.jpg 640w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1652310\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: Canva.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to look for in platforms<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The telltale signs of a successful contemporary platform sneaker are:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Premium&nbsp;fabric<\/li>\r\n<li>Sophisticated color palette<\/li>\r\n<li>Noticeable, but functional base<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In other words, avoid ultra-bargain, no-name options, which tend&nbsp;to look cheap and unstable.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Our favorites are clean and cool takes from labels we regularly look to for the classics. It&#8217;s no surprise <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/kenzo-x-vans\/\">Vans<\/a> and Converse&nbsp;would impress when it comes to the play-it-again trend, though. After all, we&#8217;ve depended on them for years to outfit all of our essential sneaker needs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 essential styles and how to wear them<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. The hi-top<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" class=\"wp-image-114453\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/journeys.jpg\" alt=\"How to wear platform sneakers - the high top platform sneaker\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/journeys.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/journeys-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/journeys-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/journeys-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/journeys-65x65.jpg 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Vans Sk8 Hi Platform Skate Shoe, $49.99 (on sale), Journeys<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Made for lovers of the old school, this retro platform teams up standard Vans styling with a thicker heel height and ankle support. On days you want to balance out with feminine dresses with something a bit more tomboy, look to a hi-top option and hit the deck.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. The Leather&nbsp;Platform Sneaker<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"391\" height=\"323\" class=\"wp-image-114454\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/superga.png\" alt=\"Black leather platform sneaker \" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/superga.png 391w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/superga-300x248.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 391px) 100vw, 391px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shopbop.com\/2790-platform-leather-sneakers-superga\/vp\/v=1\/1569180380.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Superga 2790 Platform Leather Sneaker, $109, Shopbop<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g id=\"wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\" fill=\"none\" clip-path=\"url(#clip0_31_188)\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M9.16724 14.8891L20.1672 3.88908\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M13.4497 3.53554L20.5208 3.53554L20.5208 10.6066\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M17.5 13.5L17.5 16.26C17.5 17.4179 17.5 17.9968 17.2675 18.4359C17.0799 18.7902 16.7902 19.0799 16.4359 19.2675C15.9968 19.5 15.4179 19.5 14.26 19.5L7.74 19.5C6.58213 19.5 6.0032 19.5 5.56414 19.2675C5.20983 19.0799 4.92007 18.7902 4.73247 18.4359C4.5 17.9968 4.5 17.4179 4.5 16.26L4.5 9.74C4.5 8.58213 4.5 8.0032 4.73247 7.56414C4.92007 7.20983 5.20982 6.92007 5.56414 6.73247C6.0032 6.5 6.58213 6.5 7.74 6.5L11 6.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                        <\/g>\r\n                        <defs>\r\n                            <clipPath id=\"clip0_31_188\">\r\n                                <rect fill=\"white\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\"\/>\r\n                            <\/clipPath>\r\n                        <\/defs><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>There&#8217;s nothing quite like a black leather sneak to dress up laid-back days. Few brands do the leather version better than fashion-girl-favorite Superga. These resemble the clunkier platforms of years past with a a polished panache. Rock these with kick flares and vintage washes when you&#8217;re seeing the sights on summer vacay.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The slip-on<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"765\" height=\"615\" class=\"wp-image-114455\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/vince-e1496344830228.jpg\" alt=\"Tan suede slip-on platform sneaker\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/vince-e1496344830228.jpg 765w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/vince-e1496344830228-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/vince-e1496344830228-370x297.jpg 370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 765px) 100vw, 765px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bloomingdales.com\/shop\/product\/vince-warner-nubuck-leather-platform-zip-sneakers?ID=1753829&amp;pla_country=US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vince Warner Nubuck Leather Platform Zip Sneakers, $160, Bloomingdales<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A number of brands have taken a page from Vans and redesigned the slip-on, everyone&#8217;s beloved lazy shoe. A platform pair with added embellishment, like this zippered style from closet staple Vince, makes for unexpected and impressive combo. The neutral nubuck leather adds to this shoe&#8217;s&nbsp;effortlessness, as it&#8217;ll slip&nbsp;into your own wardrobe with ease.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Chucks<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\r\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"495\" class=\"wp-image-114456\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/chucks.png\" alt=\"White canvas platform sneaker\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/chucks.png 576w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/chucks-300x258.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Platform Low Top, $60, Nike.com<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Even cult-classic&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/best-ways-wear-converse\/\">Converse<\/a> has bumped up its&nbsp;platform height with a new Chuck Taylor that features almost twice the heel height. These are the pairs you tie up with your old Levi&#8217;s and other denim cutoffs; the ones that look even better the more worn-in and thrashed they get.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>How are you wearing platform sneakers this summer? <a href=\"#respond\">Let us know below.<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>You may also like these:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-the-budget-fashionista\">\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/best-ways-wear-converse\/<\/div>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-the-budget-fashionista\">\r\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/how-to-wear-oxford-shoes\/<\/div>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fashion has always had a thing for recycling the most notorious trends into chicer, more refined choices. And we&#8217;re so thankful for that! Because the &#8217;90s revival is in full swing, as slip dresses, mini buns, chokers and, yes, platform sneakers are lining store and closet shelves. We promise things are better this time around.&hellip;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/archive\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Read More &raquo;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">How to wear platform sneakers<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":748,"featured_media":1652311,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"neve_meta_sidebar":"","neve_meta_container":"","neve_meta_enable_content_width":"off","neve_meta_content_width":70,"neve_meta_title_alignment":"","neve_meta_author_avatar":"","neve_post_elements_order":"","neve_meta_disable_header":"","neve_meta_disable_footer":"","neve_meta_disable_title":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[2221,36],"class_list":["post-114325","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fashion-trends","tag-accessories","tag-shoes"],"mv":{"thumbnail_id":1652311,"thumbnail_uri":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/how-to-wear-platform-sneakers-300x158.jpg"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/114325","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/748"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=114325"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/114325\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1652311"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=114325"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=114325"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=114325"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}