The Spice Girls and Bratz dolls definitely deserve their roses for keeping platform sneakers alive and kicking today. And that’s a pun intended. While the all-girl group and the aesthetic fashion dolls have made their mark in our hearts, many celebrities, such as Bella Hadid and Rihanna, have up kicked the y2k trend through streetwear; showing us that we can still be casual and wear platform sneakers.
For thousands of years, women all over the world have wanted elevation by seeking shoes that make them taller, have better posture, and even appear more confident. Platform sneakers are a shoe staple that can be worn with various outfits and come in an excess of styles. They can be bold, casual, classic, and effortless for everyone. With that being said, here are 13 different ways platform sneakers pair with an outfit!
Let’s hope dresses and sneakers always find their way to one another because this dope pairing is a must! A simple white slip dress will uniquely complement a bright platform sneaker, giving it edge and elevation. Wearing anklets will add sophistication and a little fun to your look too. Everyone will want to copy this outfit!
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Now if you’re going for a grunge/punk rock type look, look no further than plaid pants and spikey, black platform sneakers. This style is sure to transport anyone to the 90s. The pairing of these pants and platform sneakers will make you feel on top of the world whilst being nostalgic of an era we all love in the name of fashion.
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We all just need a good outfit that feels right for many occasions. Easy white, lace-up platform sneakers with your favorite mom jeans will always do the trick. This outfit pairing does the job when you want to feel cozy and dress up at the same time. Tuck in your favorite top and go about any business you choose. This is a fit made for a versatile queen!
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Yes, wearing platforms will make you feel like you’re touching the sky, but have you ever worn cloud platform sneakers? This pair of platform sneakers are fun and are done justice when worn with a sheer mesh top to match. Get out of your comfort zone and try this look!
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If you’ve ever wanted to dress like a Bratz doll as a kid, just know that you can with the right platform sneakers. Try wearing a high-waisted plaid mini skirt and a pair of low-top platform sneakers, making you look like a doll by pairing these items with a 90s inspired top and lace ruffled socks. This is a look for the younger you.
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No matter the age, a pair of jean overalls will always make you feel youthful. Wear a pair of metallic platform sneakers, and you’ll be young forever. This casual outfit pairing can be worn at night or during the daytime. Wear your favorite and appropriate top, and you’ll be the coolest person wherever you go.
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Converse are the shoes for mixing and matching, which is why they work well with everything! The version of these sneakers as platforms gives off a sophisticated vibe all while leveling up a good pair of joggers and a cute top. This is a match made in heaven that needs to be worn by everyone.
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“Ugly” dad sneakers are shoes worn by fathers of the past that are now rocked by everyone around the world today. There have been iterations of the shoe being fused with other styles of footwear, including platform sneakers. This even more daring style of ugly dad sneakers can be worn with a simple mini dress. When bold neo style and bold classics collide, you just have to listen.
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Biker shorts are shorts everyone needs, especially a pair of black ones as they have become a staple for so many people. This sporty look can be paired with black platform sneakers and off you go.
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White platform sneakers are a must for a chic and clean look, especially high-top ones. This shoe gives off elegance and security as you roam streets everywhere. Mimic the style with a nice black turtleneck and cropped jeans to compensate, and you’ll be turning heads!
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Wearing a bomber jacket screams style and street elegance every time you wear it. The best shoe to wear this with is a pair of flame platform sneakers. This shoe will have yourself looking up and down the mirror to catch every lit detail you see. This is an outfit pair you never knew you needed!
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Wearing all-white can be symbolic of purity and innocence. Or it could just mean you have faith you’re not gonna get your clothes dirty that day. Wearing an all-white fit is a fashion aesthetic and needs to be done at some point in our lives. You can only do this with simple, elevated shoes, which is why white slip-on platform sneakers are a perfect choice.
While wearing all-white is an aspiration, wearing all-black is something we’ve all done or still do. If you ever find yourself irritated with your black clothes, try pairing it with rainbow platform sneakers. These sneakers complement the punk rockness of the all-black and add a pop of color. Don’t knock it until you try it!
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