Jimmy Choo Wedges and Platforms: Heel, Platform and Slope Explained
Jimmy Choo Wedges and Platforms: Heel, Platform and Slope Explained
Jimmy Choo wedges and platforms are the house’s height-without-strain shoes: raffia wedges such as the Ayla and the Theia, and platform sandals such as the Heloise, the Kove and the Sacaria, with each product stating how much the front platform adds in millimetres. Coveti stocks the Jimmy Choo wedges and platform sandals within our designer sandals edit, with heels from 55 mm to 120 mm. For flat and lower styles, see our guide to Jimmy Choo sandals.
Key Facts
- The Heloise 120 has a 120 mm heel and a 30 mm front platform; the Heloise 80 has an 80 mm heel and a 25 mm platform.
- The Nyra 100 and Korra 100 wedges have the deepest platforms in the edit, at 40 mm.
- The Ayla wedge comes at 85 mm and 110 mm with a raffia wedge.
- Many Jimmy Choo wedges, including the Theia, Nyra, Lemi and Korra, are made in Spain.
- Most Jimmy Choo platform sandals, including the Heloise, Kove and Sacaria, are made in Italy.
What is the difference between a wedge and a platform?
A wedge has a solid heel that runs under the arch to the front of the shoe, so there is no gap under the foot. A platform is a thick sole at the front of the shoe, and it can sit under a block heel, a stiletto and a wedge alike. Many Jimmy Choo wedges are also platforms: the Ayla 85 has a raffia wedge and a 20 mm front platform.
Why the platform number matters
Jimmy Choo states the platform depth on each product. The useful figure is the difference between the heel and the platform, since that is the slope your foot actually stands on. The Heloise 120 has a 120 mm heel and a 30 mm platform, so the slope is 90 mm. The Nyra 100 has a 100 mm heel and a 40 mm platform, a 60 mm slope. That is why a tall platform can feel easier than a lower stiletto.
Jimmy Choo wedges and platforms compared
| Style | Type | Heel | Front platform | Made in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemi Wedge 50 | Wedge | 55 mm | 30 mm | Spain |
| Theia Wedge 60 | Raffia wedge | 60 mm | 30 mm (chevron raffia version) | Spain, Italy |
| Nyra 60 Wedges | Metallic jute wedge | 60 mm | 30 mm | Spain |
| Heloise 80 | Platform sandal | 80 mm | 25 mm | Italy |
| Ayla 85 | Raffia wedge | 85 mm | 20 mm | See product page |
| Nyra 100 Wedges | Wedge | 100 mm | 40 mm | Spain |
| Korra 100 Wedges | Wedge | 100 mm | 40 mm | Spain |
| Heloise 120 | Platform sandal | 120 mm | 30 mm | Italy |
| Kove 120 | Platform sandal, block heel | 120 mm | 25 mm | Italy |
| Moza Platform 120 | Platform sandal | 120 mm | 10 mm | Italy |
The best Jimmy Choo wedges
Ayla: the raffia wedge
The Ayla 85 Sandals in black nappa sit on a raffia wedge with a 20 mm front platform, a square toe, a rubber sole and an adjustable ankle strap. They come in tan suede, coffee suede and latte nappa too. For more height, the Ayla 110 in gold metallic leather keeps the raffia wedge on a 110 mm heel, and there are Ayla 110 versions in suede with fine raffia and in floral raffia macrame. The Ayla also comes as a flat.
Theia Wedge 60: the lower raffia option
The Theia Wedge 60 in tan vacchetta leather has a raffia wedge, a square toe and an adjustable ankle strap, made in Spain. A version with a multi chevron raffia wedge adds a T-bar strap, a JC emblem and a 30 mm platform. A gold metallic version is made in Italy.
Nyra and Korra: the 40 mm platforms
The Nyra 100 Wedges in latte and natural nappa have braided straps and a leather knot over a 40 mm platform. The Korra 100 in latte nappa has crossover front straps and a JC monogram on the same platform depth. Both are made in Spain, and the deep platform makes them feel lower than the 100 mm heel suggests.
Lova Wedge 85 and Livi Wedge 85
The Lova Wedge 85 in clover mix suede has knotted woven straps, 20 bead embellishments, JC monogram detailing and a lace-up ankle. The Livi Wedge 85 is a peep-toe mule wedge, in gold metallic nappa with a bow and in ruby red gingham.
The best Jimmy Choo platform sandals
Heloise: knotted straps at 80 and 120 mm
The Heloise 120 Platform Sandals in black nappa are the house’s main platform: a two-piece construction, a round peep toe, knotted straps and an adjustable ankle strap on a 30 mm front platform. They come in latte nappa, gold and silver metallic nappa, and ivory satin for brides. The Heloise 80 in toffee suede brings the same knotted straps down to 80 mm with a 25 mm platform, and also comes in light gold and silver vintage metallic leather.
Kove 120: platform on a block heel
The Kove 120 Platform Sandals in natural fine raffia have overlapping front straps and a block heel with a 25 mm platform. A block heel and a platform together give a steadier base than a stiletto at the same height. The Kove also comes in chocolate and tan raffia, latte nappa and platinum brilliance fabric.
Sacaria Platform 120: the evening platform
For evening, the Sacaria Platform 120 in gold and crystal satin adds crystal embellishment to a peep-toe platform with a 25 mm front. The white satin version, with pearl embellishment and a logo-engraved large pearl, suits a bride.
Are wedges and platforms comfortable?
They are usually easier than a stiletto of the same height, for two reasons. The platform reduces the slope of the foot, and a wedge spreads your weight across the whole sole. The trade-off is flexibility: a deep platform does not bend much, so walk in them at home first. The Ayla and the Nyra both have rubber soles. Jimmy Choo uses the Italian scale, which matches the EU scale, and Coveti lists whole EU sizes 35 to 42; see our size guide.
How to wear wedges and platforms
Raffia wedges belong with linen, cotton and summer dresses, and they suit holidays and garden weddings where a stiletto would sink. Metallic platforms such as the gold Heloise 120 work for evening with wide trousers that skim the top of the shoe. For autumn winter 2026/27, the Ithaca 95 Pumps in black velvet take the wedge idea into a closed evening shoe, with a sculptural wedge heel, a steel core and six resin pearls. See our gold and silver heels guide for more metallic styles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Jimmy Choo make wedges?
Yes. Jimmy Choo wedges include the Ayla at 85 and 110 mm, the Theia Wedge 60, the Nyra at 60 and 100 mm, the Korra 100, the Lova Wedge 85 and the Lemi Wedge 50. Many have raffia and jute wedges. Several are made in Spain.
What is the Jimmy Choo Heloise?
The Heloise is a Jimmy Choo platform sandal with knotted straps, a round toe and an ankle strap. The Heloise 120 has a 120 mm heel and a 30 mm front platform. The Heloise 80 has an 80 mm heel and a 25 mm platform, and both are made in Italy.
Which Jimmy Choo platform is the most comfortable?
The Nyra 100 and Korra 100 wedges have 40 mm front platforms, so the slope of the foot is 60 mm despite the 100 mm heel. The Kove 120 combines a block heel with a 25 mm platform. Comfort also depends on fit, so try them at home first.
Are Jimmy Choo wedges made in Italy?
Some are and some are not. The Theia, Nyra, Lemi and Korra wedges are made in Spain, while the Lova Wedge 85, the Livi Wedge 85 and the gold Theia are made in Italy. The country is listed on each product page.
Can you wear Jimmy Choo platforms to a wedding?
Yes. The Heloise 120 comes in ivory satin, and the Sacaria Platform 120 comes in white satin with pearl embellishment, both suitable for a bride. For guests, the Heloise in gold and silver metallic nappa works well. A platform is practical for a long day because it lowers the slope of the foot.
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