Finding the Right Heels for Prom
Prom is one night where your heels for prom need to do a lot of jobs at once: look great in photos, match your dress, and stay comfortable through hours of dancing. A little planning ahead makes all three a lot easier to manage.
What to Look for in Prom Heels
A few things matter more for prom than for a typical night out:
Comfort for dancing: A block heel or a lower heel height holds up better through a full night than a very high stiletto.
A secure fit: Ankle straps or back straps help heels stay in place through hours of movement.
A color that matches your dress: Metallics like silver and gold are easy to match to almost any dress color.
Shop our heels collection for prom-ready styles in a range of heights and colors.
Matching Heels to Your Prom Dress
For a bold or brightly colored dress, a neutral or metallic heel keeps the focus on the dress itself. For a simpler solid-color dress, a colored or embellished heel can add extra personality to the outfit. Silver and gold heels are especially versatile since they work with almost any prom dress color, from pastels to jewel tones.
Browse prom-ready dresses to pair with your heels before the big night.
Breaking In Prom Heels Before the Big Night
Never wear brand-new heels for the first time on prom night. Wear them around the house for short stretches in the weeks leading up to prom to break them in and confirm the fit feels right. This also gives you time to add insoles or blister protection if needed before the actual event.
Backup Plan for Comfort
Many people bring a pair of flats or slides in their bag for the end of the night, especially if there's a lot of dancing involved. This lets you keep the heels for photos and the first part of the night without sacrificing comfort later on.
Shop Prom-Ready Heels
From metallics to block heels, find a pair that gets you through the whole night. Shop our heels collection and pair with a dress from our prom dresses for a complete look.