How to Wear Platform Sandals

Platform sandals are the perfect addition to your spring or summer wardrobe, but there are only a good match for a few key outfits and ensembles. If you're ready to update your wardrobe for the season, here's how to wear platform sandals with success.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Mirror
• Platform sandals
• Dress
• Skirt or miniskirt
• Jeans or trousers
• Capris

1. Wear wide strap sandals with shorter lengths. You can wear wide strap leather platform sandals with shorts, capris, and short skirts. These types of sandals are more casual in style, and perfect for the weekend or after work.

2. Choose an ankle-strap sandal for miniskirts, super-short shorts, and minidresses to create a long-legged look.

3. Choose patent leather platform sandals to create a more dressy look. These are perfect with jeans or dress trousers and work well with other semi-formal attire.

4. Wear cork-heeled platform sandals with capris, short skirts, and summer dresses. These can give you a casual, chic, and sophisticated look that's perfect for weekend getaways, parties, or even an afternoon picnic.

5. Wear metallic platform sandals with dresses and skirts. These add a touch of luxury to your outfit, and also work well with black pants, dark denim tailored jeans, or even a long skirt.

6. Wear a printed or fabric platform sandal for a very-feminine look. These work well with skirts, denim capris or any other outfit that needs a ladylike touch.

Tips & Warnings

• Look for platform sandals designed with a layer of rubber for traction and support.
• Ankle ties and buckles can be especially flattering with short skirts or dresses.
• Don't try and drive in platform sandals; the heel and overall design can get in the way of safe driving.
• Avoid wearing platform sandals on smooth and slick surfaces.
• Most platform sandals are casual in style, and don't pair well with formal gowns, fancy dresses, or suits.