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Heels can offer a lift, but often at the expense of comfort. Sneakers are great for logging miles, but they don’t always feel dressy enough for special occasions. White platform sneakers manage to offer the best of both worlds: They’re refined but also designed to keep your feet from getting achy.
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Classic with a twist, this stylish footwear option has been cosigned on the runway by major luxury players like Prada, Tod’s, Celine, and Chloé—who style them on the runway with everything from wide-leg denim to bubble-hemmed miniskirts. But, the sneaker industry’s major players, like Nike and Adidas, have also embraced the trend by offering classic silhouettes like the Blazer and Samba in a lifted option.
While on their face, the words white sneaker may not suggest much variety, in reality there’s a breadth of options you can consider, from cushy running sneakers to casual everyday platforms. For the office, consider a sleek white designer style that you can wear with a pair of wide-leg trousers and a blazer. For something sportier, try one of the options from Hoka, New Balance, or Salomon, which lean into the dad sneaker trend while also offering practical stability for running, hiking, or simply a casual weekend athleisure look.
Each of the white platform sneakers chosen for this story was chosen based on reviews, editor experience, style, and function. Explore all 15 styles below.
Jil Sander White Leather Platform Sneakers
Don’t let an incoming storm curb your outfit plans. These chic leather platform sneakers feature a thick layer of rubber along the vamp, which extends into a grippy outsole, keeping your feet dry and preventing any accidental slippage.
Sizes: 5–11
Materials: Leather, rubber
Prada Downtown Bold Leather Sneakers
Prada’s sleek all-white sneakers are a luxe take on a classic white sneaker. The brand’s signature triangular logo adds a flashy touch—like finishing a look with a piece of jewelry.
Sizes: 34½–41½
Materials: Leather
Sometimes a platform is all about style; other times, it’s for optimized comfort. Hoka’s Bondi sneakers manage to marry both. These shoes are meant for a comfortable run, but you’ll feel stylish with them on, too.
What reviewers say: “These shoes are a life saver. I am a nurse and stand/walk a majority of my shift. Ordinarily I have seering neck and back pain but these shoes completely alleviate all of my discomfort.”
Sizes: 5–12
Materials: Engineered mesh
Tod’s Leather Platform Sneakers
Sometimes, keeping it sleek is the way to go—for example, if you’re planning to wear platform sneakers to the office. These shoes from Tod’s have an elevated look that works any day of the week.
Sizes: 35–41½ EU
Materials: Leather
An exaggerated platform midsole gives these classic sneakers a modern look. To make the white-on-white design stand out, these sneakers also utilize a 3-D outsole, with swirling layers that create a visual pop.
Sizes: 5–11
Materials: Leather
Acne Studios White Velcro-Strap Platform Sneakers
Velcro sneakers may remind you of your footwear of choice from childhood, but these low-top platform shoes are most definitely for adults. Acne’s modern silhouettes are sleek, stylish, and ideal for everyday styling.
Sizes: 35–42 EU
Materials: Leather
Nike Blazer Low Platform Sneaker
When footwear brands take a classic silhouette and slap on a platform sole, it’s not always successful. Luckily, in the case of Nike’s Blazer sneaker, it’s a sweeping success. As a longtime wearer of these shoes, I love the look of a little added lift.
What reviewers say: “These sneakers are exactly what I expected them to be. They are so cute and look great with summer dresses. I can’t wait to style them for the fall. FYI I am a true 7½ and had to get a size 7. The 7 fits perfectly and they are very comfortable.”
Sizes: 5–12
Materials: Leather
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Lift Platform Sneakers
If you prefer a soft yet durable canvas sneaker to leather or mesh, Converse’s classic high-top is a must. This lifted edition has a platform that's a bit more subtle than other sneakers offered in this roundup, so for those who only want a small lift, it’s an easy choice.
Sizes: 5–12
Materials: Canvas
Still not over the Samba? Neither are we. The thick gum sole on the Sambae offers a funky twist on Adidas’s best-selling silhouette, to take your looks to new heights.
Sizes: 5–11
Materials: Leather
Keds Triple Kick Platform Sneakers
For an affordable sneaker option, Keds’ canvas platform shoe is a simple yet stylish silhouette that you can wear year-round. The platform is a comfortable one-inch lift, so you won’t feel unstable with these on.
What reviewers say: “I am on my fourth pair! These last and last, but I like them to new look fresh- hence why I keep buying them again and again! I can’t say enough about them. I have walked through Europe and New York many times in these.”
Sizes: 5–11
Materials: Canvas
Marni Pablo Mary Jane Platform Sneakers
I’ve had my eye on the Mary Jane trend since last fall, and I love that these platform shoes from Marni manage to embrace the look in a comfortable sneaker design. I’d wear these shoes with a pair of statement socks and a minidress to really show them off.
Sizes: 35–41 EU
Materials: Leather
Puma Carina Street Sneakers
Drawing inspiration from ’80s trends and soccer shoes, these Puma sneakers are simple, sleek, and comfortable for everyday styling. If you’re looking for a platform sneaker that looks quite similar in height to a standard sole, these are a subtle take on the look.
What reviewers say: “They are comfortable and look fresh. This is my second pair and I will probably be looking for a third pair. Those of us with a wide toe box may wish to size up 1/2 size. It will make your fit more comfortable.”
Sizes: 5½–10
Material: Leather
Salomon XT-Pathway 2 Shoes
If you’re looking for a white pair of sneakers that can handle walking over rocks or blazing through puddles, Salomon’s shoes have enough lift to add cushioning and keep you above any water you may come across on the trail—but not so high up that you’ll feel unsteady.
Sizes: 5–14
Materials: Mesh
A wedge sneaker with an angled heel drop adds a dressy touch to casual outfits. For those who struggle with wearing heels, these platform shoes are a comfortable alternative.
Sizes: 5–12
Material: Leather
New Balance 9060 Sneakers
Sporty dad sneakers are still a popular style to try. These chunky shoes from New Balance take the trend to the next level, thanks to lifted soles with a unique wavy detail. For those who lean into the athleisure trend, these sneakers are a must.
What reviewers say: “So comfortable! Absolutely obsessed with these shoes! I literally want them in more colors. They’re so cute with frilly ankle socks (the new IT thing to do). Seriously love these, most comfortable shoes I’ve ever had!”
Sizes: 4½–13½
Materials: Leather
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