These 38 Shoes Are So Ugly, They’re Actually Kind of Awesome

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Do you remember Kokosar’s Paciotti by Midnight capsule collection? For a while, we were convinced they are the ugliest shoes in the world. However, new ugly heels and old lady shoes are designed every day by footwear designers all over the globe.

Check out these shoes from Farfetch, Matches Fashion, and Shobpop, then let us know which pair you think is the worst. They are so horrific that Kim Kardashian would love to wear them. We hope you won’t.

38. Asymmetrical Open Toe Geraldine Sandals, $695

Beige and black asymmetrical open-toe A.W.A.K.E MODE Geraldine wood heel sandals with wraparound ankle tie closureBeige and black asymmetrical open-toe A.W.A.K.E MODE Geraldine wood heel sandals with wraparound ankle tie closure

You can also buy them in pink. Which color version do you prefer?

Pink cylindrical wooden heel A.W.A.K.E MODE Geraldine sandalsPink cylindrical wooden heel A.W.A.K.E MODE Geraldine sandals

37. Rounded-Heel Knee-High Leather Platform Boots, $1,682

Jil Sander’s black boots are Italian crafted with a distinctive cylindrical-shaped heel and platform sole, then finished with a slender elasticated shin panelJil Sander’s black boots are Italian crafted with a distinctive cylindrical-shaped heel and platform sole, then finished with a slender elasticated shin panel

36. Black Slingback Flat Sandals, $825

These flat slingbacks from Moschino in soft nappa leather are inspired by the iconic biker jacket.

Flat slingback sandals with gold-tone hardware inspired by biker jacketsFlat slingback sandals with gold-tone hardware inspired by biker jackets

35. Balenciaga x Crocs Madame 80mm Mules, $625

Do you remember the Balenciaga + Crocs platform sandals that had everyone talking a few years ago? The Spanish luxury fashion house and the American footwear company have decided to collaborate once again.

The Crocs Madame 80mm mules were first revealed on Balenciaga's Spring 2022 “Clones” runwayThe Crocs Madame 80mm mules were first revealed on Balenciaga’s Spring 2022 “Clones” runway

34. Indigo Mid Cowboy Boots With Sleeves, $1,395

Slouchy denim overlay boots from R13 with pull tabs at the sidesSlouchy denim overlay boots from R13 with pull tabs at the sides

33. Black Kitten Heel Pumps With Studded Rings, $1,595

Black kitten heel pumps from Givenchy’s Matthew M. Williams embellished with studded rings across the upperBlack kitten heel pumps from Givenchy’s Matthew M. Williams embellished with studded rings across the upper

32. Japanese Slides Inspired by Camping Shoes, $199

Yume Yume's Nawa Camp vegan leather slides are inspired by camping shoesYume Yume’s Nawa Camp vegan leather slides are inspired by camping shoes

31. Bathroom Mop Stiletto Heel Sandals, $800

According to one of our readers, these Acne Studios sandals look “made from the ripped-off edge of that towel that got washed too many times.”

These Acne Studios ecru beige sandals are made of fringed linen fabric and feature a metal stiletto heelThese Acne Studios ecru beige sandals are made of fringed linen fabric and feature a metal stiletto heel

30. Creepy Tie-Fastening 45mm Wizard Ankle Boots, $1,190

These tie-fastening 45mm ankle boots from Jil Sander look like they were made for witchesThese tie-fastening 45mm ankle boots from Jil Sander look like they were made for witches

29. Transparent PVC Tabi Lace Up Shoes, $980

Maison Margiela's Tabi shoe takes inspiration from the traditional Japanese split-toe sock bearing the same nameMaison Margiela’s Tabi shoe takes inspiration from the traditional Japanese split-toe sock bearing the same name

28. Red Lambskin Asymmetric Mary Mules, $595

Square toe red Mary mules with asymmetrical cutoutSquare-toe red Mary mules with asymmetrical cutout

A.W.A.K.E. MODE, which stands for All Wonderful Adventures Kindle Enthusiasm, is a fashion label founded in London in 2012 by the fashion director for Harper’s Bazaar Russia, Natalia Alaverdian.

Her designs are inspired by Japanese art and the animal kingdom. The red leather Mary mules are crafted in Italy from red lambskin, set on 80mm heels, and feature artful cutouts at the squared toes.

A.W.A.K.E. MODE Mary cutout leather mules worn with slightly wide-leg Khaite jeansA.W.A.K.E. MODE Mary cutout leather mules worn with slightly wide-leg Khaite jeans

27. Blue Garbage Boots by Unravel Project, $773

Blue Garbage Boots by Unravel Project

26. Granny Stockings With Broken Heels by Unravel Project, $1,562

Granny Stockings With Broken Heels

25. Clear Ugly Ass Sweat Boots by MSGM, $584

We hope Kim Kardashian learns how to prevent foot sweat before wearing these clear plastic boots!

Clear Ugly Ass Sweat Boots

24. Orange Laundry Bag Shoes by Unravel Project, $772

Orange Laundry Bag Shoes by Unravel Project

23. Diaper Ornamented White Boots by MSGM, $614

Diaper Ornamented White Boots

22. Hideous Blue Plastic Pointy Ankle Booties by MSGM, $563

Hideous Blue Plastic Pointy Ankle Booties by MSGM

21. Hawaiian Printed Ankle Half Cowboy Boots, $1,895

Hawaiian Printed Ankle Half Cowboy Boots

20. Red “Waste of Snakes” Jester Boots With Useless Heel, $638

Red Waste of Snakes Jester Boots With Useless Heel

19. High Heeled Catfish Boots With Chains, $1,650

High Heeled Catfish Boots With Chains

18. Black Plastic Trash Bag Pumps, $145

These vacuum-sealed heels from Jeffrey Campbell are perfect for a date with Dexter Morgan.

These vacuum sealed heels from Jeffrey Campbell are perfect for a date with Dexter Morgan

17. Modern Platform Clown Shoes, $420

Modern Platform Clown Shoes

16. The Witches Of Bushwhacked Boots, $590

Witches Of Bushwhacked Boots

15. Throwback Old School Thrift Store Boots, $1,050

Throwback Old School Thrift Store Boots

14. Grandma’s Plastic Covered Couch Pumps, $135

Grandma's Plastic Covered Couch Pumps

13. Garbage Bags Rolled Over High Heels, $155

Garbage Bags Rolled Over High Heels

12. Frodo Baggins Double-Band Sandals, $395

Frodo Baggins Double-Band Sandals

Frodo Baggins Double-Band Sandals

11. Eccentric Old Lady Shoes, $1,250

Perfect for old ladies, these black pumps are crafted with gold-tone metal heels set with green crystals that display Loewe’s penchant for artistic features.

They’re made in Italy with crocodile-effect leather panels at the rounded toe that are shaped to reflect loafers, then finished with suede heel tabs and beige lining.

These black pumps are crafted with gold-tone metal heels set with green crystals that display Loewe's penchant for artistic features

10. Toddler Shoes for Adults, $695

The vintage aspirations of Chloe are evident through the lizard-effect leathers and rich brown and orange color palette of these ugly multi-strap sandals.

Raised onto a light, durable, and flexible XL Extralight sole, they’re made in Italy from calfskin and mesh with comfortable padding and clip fastenings ensuring a secure fit.

Lizard-effect leather multi-strap sandals

9. Homemade Banana Boat Shoes, $388

Homemade Banana Boat Shoes

8. Retired Exotic Dancer Heels, $1,095

Crafted in Italy, these pink mules from Christopher Kane are comprised of exaggerated green ankle straps that are set with engraved silver-tone metal buttons, then set on a high stiletto heel.

Crafted in Italy, these pink mules from Christopher Kane are comprised of exaggerated green ankle straps that are set with engraved silver-tone metal buttons, then set on a high stiletto heel

7. White Grandma Witch Shoes, $1,195

These white leather slingback pumps from Simone Rocha are shaped with a sharp point toe and have a Victorian-inflected lace-up front and an unexpected red flower-shaped perspex heel.

Grandma Witch Shoes

6. Camel Toe Sneakers, $690

If you’d like to have animal feet, Maison Martin Margiela’s camel toe shoes should be right up your alley!

Camel Toe Sneakers

5. Green Heels With Floating Heart Beads and Glitter, $155

Heart beads and glitter floating around

4. Champagne Beige and Black Camel Toe Flats, $685

Maison Margiela's ugly camel toe flats

Maison Margiela Faux Leather Tabi Flats

3. Minnie Mouse House Shoes, $970

These light blue Bottega Veneta pumps rendered in quilted leather are also available in black and blue.

Light Blue Minnie Mouse House Shoes

2. Mary Poppins Grandma Shoes, $472 – $590

Fashion consultant and street-style star Ada Kokosar, who created these shell polka-dot tulle & PVC pumps, took home the Emerging Talent Award in 2019!

Conceptually designed to protect your shoes in the rain, a clear PVC overlay lends Midnight 00’s black and white pumps a directional quality

Midnight 00’s black Shell pumps are wrapped with glossy PVC inspired by Cinderella’s glass slippers – a feature that captures the label’s dream-like vision

1. Feather-Trimmed Geometric Canvas Clogs, $485

La DoubleJ evokes a flamboyant mood with the whisper-weight yellow feathers adorning these black Jean clogs, created in collaboration with Italian footwear designer Fabrizio Viti.

They’re crafted in Italy from geometric Lucky Charm-print canvas – a pattern designed for the label in 2019 – and set on a chunky black wooden sole for a 1970s vibe.

La DoubleJ evokes a flamboyant mood with the whisper-weight yellow feathers adorning these black Jean clogs, created in collaboration with Fabrizio Viti