Fashion's inconspicuous days are far behind it, and its love affair with bold, statement footwear is taking the helm. From technicolour trainers to centre-stage flats, fashion people are coming to adopt the mindset that bolder is better—and it's brought a wave of interesting footwear trends to the fore.
While I’ve been charmed by many of the trending styles filling my For You Page when it comes to statement shoes, there’s one standout I’ll always return to: the timeless red high heel. Through countless trend cycles, this striking shoe ensures a chic and elegant payoff whenever you wear it and remains my ultimate favourite.
From fiery scarlets to deep crimson hues, red high heels offer an elegant burst of colour and a playful touch of drama to any ensemble. They have an uncanny ability to transform an outfit, energising even the simplest looks with their bold essence.
More than just a fleeting trend, red high heels have cemented their place as a runway staple this season. Designers such Stella McCartney, Acne Studios, and Saint Laurent all embraced the vibrant shoe within their spring/summer 2025 collections and assuring us that the red colour trend is far from over.
Far easier to style than you might have initially thought, these chic high heels pair particularly well with classic tailoring for a pop of colour in an otherwise neutral ensemble, but also look chic worn with playful prints to double down on their eye-catching charm. And, of course, they can breathe new life into jeans, too.
Ready to energise your footwear collection? Keep scrolling to discover our curated edit of the best red high heels to shop now.
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST RED HIGH HEELS:
Style with a LBD or wear with a pair of kitten heels.
These also come in six other shades.
I can't see this staying in stock for long.
The buckle detail trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
I'm banking these ahead of the spring months.
These have a 50mm heel for a comfortable stride.
These iconic pumps also come in four other shades.
The pretty bow detail adds such a playful edge.
-
I'm Not Going to Mess Around—These Are the 3 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Items I Can't Stop Thinking About (They Will Sell Out)Some of my favorites are already gone.
-
I'm a Shopping Editor—These 5 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Finds Are Living Rent-Free in My HeadKitten heels, burgundy flats, and more.
-
If You Want to Look Like a Chic Fashion Person, Wear This Shoe Trend With Cropped PantsSelena Gomez is on board.
-
Keep This Between You and Me: I Just Found a $165 Alt for The Row's Viral and Sold-Out $1300 HeelsYou're welcome.
-
Yeah, You *Have* Been Wearing Athletic Shorts With the Wrong Shoes This Whole TimeHere's the *right* way.
-
I Swear By Elegant Outfits—35 Standout Items That Would Fit Right Into My ClosetHere's to a chicer outfit rotation.
-
Forget Wimbledon Whites—at Centre Court, *This* Was the Summer Shoe Color to Wear With DressesIt's not black either.
-
Flat Mary Janes Are Cute, But If You Want to Look More Sophisticated, Wear These InsteadAs seen on Anne Hathaway in Manhattan.
-
Sorry, Flats—These Anti-Trend Heels Are Every French Woman's Quiet Go-To for a Night Out in ParisA classic choice.
-
Black Heels Are Fine, But in France, Everyone Knows This Shoe Color Looks Better With White DressesSpotted at Versailles.
