The Best Low Heel Work Shoes – Corporette.com

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Sure, we all know what basics professional women are supposed to have in their closets, but if you’re buying one for the first time or replacing one you’ve worn into the ground, it can be a pain to find exactly the right incarnation in stores. In “The Hunt,” we search the stores for a basic item that every woman should have.

One of the most frequent requests I get from readers is to feature lower heeled options, so I thought I’d do a round-up today of some of the most classically beautiful heels you can get with a height of less than 2.5 inches (trying to focus on 2″ and less because that’s really my own definition of a low heel). We’ll also put our favorite flat work shoes below, as well!

We’ve talked a lot about heels over the years, including our most comfortable work heels, how to wear heels if you’re used to flats, and the best products to make high heels more comfortable.

Readers, what is your ideal heel height? For those of you who prefer lower heeled pumps, which brands do you swear by?

{related: check out our Guide to Comfortable Heels!}

Our Latest Favorite Low Heel work shoes

Comfortable Low Heels

KItten-Heel Pumps for Work

Kitten heels are generally under 1.5″ so they can be a great option — and they’re trendy right now. Nordstrom has a bunch right now from brands like Sam Edelman, Franco Sarto, Open Edit, Dolce Vita, Jeffrey Campbell, and Steve Madden. Looking for something fancier? Check out Sarah Flint, Stuart Weitzman, and M.M.LaFleur.

Business Casual Low Heel Boots

As of 2025, some of our favorite general boots for work outfits include the ones below…

black suede ankle boot with thin block heel — J.Crew

black kitten heel boot with slightly pointed toe — J.Crew

Kitten-Heeled Boots

Our latest favorite affordable kitten-heeled boots include those from Madewell and J.Crew.

Knee-High Boots Under 2.5″

A Closer Look at Some Great Low Heel pumps for Work

Rothy’s

Rothy’s has recently added heels to their lineup, and they look great if you’re on the hunt for a lower heel. This reader favorite brand has been coming out with comfortable flats for years, but this is their first foray into heels, at least as far as I can recall.

This “sparrow herringbone” is one of six colors they have right now. The heels are available in half sizes from 5-13, for $169.

Ann Mashburn

Ann Mashburn’s low, square-toed pump with a buckle detail is getting great reviews — and I love how it feels timeless.

The shoe is available in sizes 5-10.5, and is $295-$325 full price (but several colors are on sale!).

Ferragamo

If you want the OG flat for the office, you have to look at Ferragamo. They have a definite “old lady” look to them, but that’s part of the appeal — I’ve seen one fashionista note that it takes a bit of work and know-how to make them look good if you’re younger.

The classic low Ferragamo heel is the Vara; you can also check out the Varina if you want more of a flat heel.

Tory Burch Georgia Pump

These 1.5″ square toe heels from Tory Burch have a great no-nonsense look to them — low, sturdy, efficient — but also somehow luxe. I also like that there are a variety of brownish beige tones which could be nude-for-you.

They’re available in sizes 5-12 and are $348 new — you can find new styles and sale styles at Nordstrom, Zappos and Tory Burch.

Naturalizer Becca Pump

light brown low heel for work with chain detail on vamp

This super low pump from Naturalizer looks perfect for the office! I like the pointy toe (great for full length trousers, dresses and skirts!) and the super super low block heel.

Nordstrom, Zappos, and Naturalizer all have a ton of colors in the shoe. Another similar option: this low slingback from Naturalizer.

AK Anne Klein Fabulist

I’m sure we’ve mentioned this comfortable heel for work before — it’s even in our Workwear Hall of Fame! — but I’m always intrigued when a shoe that’s been around for eons is STILL so highly rated, coming out in new colors, and one of the bestsellers at Zappos.

(It’s also worth noting that, if you haven’t worn heels in a while, there’s a lot to love here — an ankle strap, a low heel, AND serious cushioning.)

The shoe comes in five colors right now at Zappos and is available in sizes 5–11 for $79.

Calvin Klein Gabrianna

Another one that’s been around for eons: Calvin Klein’s Gabrianna pump. If you’re looking for a very low pump, this is one of the best options out there.

Trotters

one of the best low heel work shoes in gray suede

Trotters is another longstanding reader favorite and best bet for very low heels. These do tend to count as “comfort heels,” which may mean it’s a bit frumpier than you’d like — or it may be just exactly what you’re looking for.

Another one along these lines that readers LOVED in the past, but is unfortunately down to remainders at Amazon: this Vionic heel.

VERY low heel work shoes: Sophisticated Flats for Work Outfits

Flats have come a really long way in terms of acceptability at most offices — but know your office! None of these will really match the sleekness of low heels, but they can still be great options if you must…