Kate Middleton’s Block Heel Pumps Are So Much Cooler Than Stilettos

Kate Middleton's Block Heel Pumps Are So Much Cooler Than Stilettos

Kate Middleton could wear a burlap sack, and we’d still think she’d look superior to the majority of us. Ever since the Duchess of Cambridge caught the eyes of Prince Williams, international media outlets have been flocking to her like geese, paying particular attention to her immaculate sense of style.

She’s consistently featured on numerous best-dressed lists, but beyond her fantastic coats and midi dresses, her selection of shoes deserves a special mention. The Duchess is plausibly committed to higher heel heights, donning stilettos even throughout her pregnancies (to which I say: kudos).

More recently, however, she’s been tapping into other footwear trends, as she was recently spotted wearing block heels. We have a feeling these comfortable and chic shoes could become a mainstay in her closet, which is excellent news because anything Kate wears, we’ll copy, and block heels are exceptionally comfortable.

Block heels offer more support for your feet and allow for an even distribution of weight. They were a staple back in the 70s, as well as in the 90s. Now, the trend is back for another hurrah (and we hope it stays for a while).

Keep scrolling for some inspiration from the Duchess herself, and shop our edit of block heels.

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Sam Edelman Stillson Pump
Sam Edelman Stillson Pump ($41.95)
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Nine West Women's Astoria Pump
Nine West Women’s Astoria Pump ($89)
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Bella Marie Block Heel Sandal
Bella Marie Block Heel Sandal ($18.53)
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Nine West Nora Sandal
Nine West Nora Sandal ($43.61)
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Marc Fisher Claire Pump
Marc Fisher Claire Pump ($52.19)
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Herstyle Rosemmina Block High Heel Sandals
Herstyle Rosemmina Block High Heel Sandals ($19.98)
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Sam Edelman Odila Heeled Sandal
Sam Edelman Odila Heeled Sandal ($99.93)
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Olivia K D'Orsay Pump
Olivia K D’Orsay Pump ($26.99)
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Vince Camuto Talise Pump
Vince Camuto Talise Pump ($99)
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CL by Chinese Laundry Jody Dress Sandal
CL by Chinese Laundry Jody Dress Sandal ($35.62)
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Sam Edelman Leah Heel
Sam Edelman Leah Heel ($120)
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J. Adams Jolie Classic Pumps
J. Adams Jolie Classic Pumps ($29.9)
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Calvin Klein Genoveva Dress Pump
Calvin Klein Genoveva Dress Pump ($109)
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Nine West IKE Heel
Nine West IKE Heel ($42.99)
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Marc Fisher Black Pumps
Marc Fisher Black Pumps ($41.99)
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