Chunky Mary Janes have completely revolutionized our relationship with cute shoes, and we’re borderline obsessed with how they manage to be both sweet and slightly threatening at the same time. It’s like if your childhood favorite shoe decided to hit the gym and develop a serious attitude problem—in the absolute best way possible. We’ve been wearing them nonstop because they solve that age-old dilemma of wanting to look polished and put-together while still maintaining some edge and personality. The chunky platform gives them this modern, almost architectural quality that elevates (literally and figuratively) what could otherwise be a very innocent, school-girl type shoe. We love how they work with so many different style personalities—preppy when paired with pleated skirts and knee socks, grunge when thrown on with ripped tights and oversized flannel, or minimalist chic with straight-leg trousers and a crisp white shirt. The Mary Jane strap is incredibly flattering because it creates this beautiful line across your foot that somehow makes your ankles look more delicate, even with the chunky sole. We’ve been pairing them with midi dresses for that perfect balance of sweet and edgy, cropped trousers when we want to show them off properly, and even mini skirts when we’re feeling particularly bold. They’re comfortable enough for all-day wear but interesting enough that people always ask where we got them, which honestly never gets old.