Kitten Heel Mary Jane Shoes

Low Heel Mary Jane Pumps for Work and Everyday Wear

A low heel turns the Mary Jane from a party shoe into something you can wear all week. Our low heel Mary Janes in black or red, the low heel Mary Jane shoes in coffee, black and light brown, and the black Mary Jane low heels all keep the classic strap across the instep with just a small lift at the back.

They look polished with tailored trousers, a pencil skirt or a midi dress, and the strap stops your heel slipping when you walk fast between meetings. Black is the safest office color; coffee and light brown suit navy, camel and tweed.

Mary Jane Shoes with a Kitten Heel: 3.5 cm or 5.5 cm

Our Mary Jane kitten heels let you choose the heel height: 3.5 cm, a little under an inch and a half, or 5.5 cm, which comes to just over 2 inches. The lower option feels close to flat; the higher one gives a dressier line while staying easy to dance in. They come in black and in golden and silver metallic finishes, and the black Mary Jane kitten heel offers the same two heights.

Options marked rubber have a rubber sole, the better choice for pavement, outdoor venues and a wedding where you will walk between ceremony and reception.

Low Heel Mary Jane Dress Shoes in Black, Red and White

For dressier outfits, color matters as much as height. Black goes with every flapper dress and hides scuffs on a crowded dance floor. Red was a fashionable accent in the late 1920s and brightens a black or navy dress; see our red mary jane heels for higher versions.

Our white low heel Mary Jane shoes suit brides, bridesmaids and summer garden parties, and pair with lace or pale beaded dresses; more pairs are in our white mary jane heels. The burgundy Mary Janes in a rich claret shade look warm with gold-tone jewelry and autumn colors.

Vintage-Style Mary Jane Shoes with a Low Heel for 1920s Outfits

When hemlines rose in the 1920s, shoes suddenly showed, and the strapped bar shoe became the decade's signature. A strap across the instep, or a T-strap running down from it, kept shoes secure through the Charleston and the foxtrot. Most everyday heels of the era were moderate rather than towering.

Our T-strap Mary Janes with a low heel, in black or brown, give the most period look. Wear them with a drop-waist dress, seamed stockings and a cloche hat by day, or with a beaded dress and a headband at night.

Choosing Mary Janes with a Small Heel: Fit and Comfort

Feet swell a little as the day goes on, so measure yours in the evening and match the length to the chart on the product page. Between sizes, pick the bigger pair and add a thin insole; that is kinder than a strap that pinches.

Wear new shoes around the house for an evening before the event, and bring blister plasters to a long party. For dancing, a lower heel and a rubber sole give the best grip; for a seated dinner, the taller kitten heel is easy to manage.

Kitten Heel Mary Jane Shoes FAQ

How high is a kitten heel?

A kitten heel is a short, slim heel, usually somewhere between an inch and a little over two inches. Our Mary Jane kitten heels come in 3.5 cm and 5.5 cm options.

Are low heel Mary Janes good for dancing?

Yes. The strap holds the foot in place and a low heel keeps your weight balanced, which is why strapped shoes were the dance shoes of the 1920s.

Can I wear Mary Jane shoes to work?

Yes. A low heel in black, coffee or light brown looks neat with trousers, skirts and dresses and is comfortable for a full day.

What color Mary Janes go with a flapper dress?

Black matches almost every flapper dress. Golden or silver metallic kitten heels echo sequins, and red adds a bold accent to black or navy.

What do I wear with Mary Janes and a 1920s dress?

Sheer or seamed stockings give the most period look. Ankle socks suit a playful daytime outfit, and bare legs are fine for a modern take.