kitten heel

noun

: a short stiletto heel on women's shoes

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The Low Heel For something that will carry you through the entire day in comfort, a kitten heel is the way to go. Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 2 July 2026 Its 70mm heel narrowed through the center before flaring into an angled base, creating a more sculptural profile than a straight kitten heel. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 June 2026 The thong style slips on and off easily and has a walkable kitten heel. Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 29 June 2026 Pair these with a slight kitten heel and a tank top for a modern look. Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for kitten heel

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kitten heel was in 1956

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“Kitten heel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitten%20heel. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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