What Are Kitten Heels & Why Are They So Polarizing?

The cat’s out of the bag. Kitten heels have been making a comeback in recent seasons after temporarily falling out of favor with the grand arbiters of fashion.

At Milan Fashion Week, for instance, Attico and Prada showcased low-heeled footwear as part of their spring 2025 collections, as did indie brands such as Vivetta and Federico Cina.

Off the runways, celebrities have embraced the ladylike style as well this year. Sarah Jessica Parker dressed...