The phrase
"than stilettos" is an idiomatic expression that means something is more comfortable or practical than wearing high-heeled shoes, such as sneakers.
Full definition
It's a stacked heel which is really popular, thank god, because it's way more comfortable to walk
in than a stiletto.
Wedges or ballet flats will take you from dinner to drinks in any city and help you navigate cobblestone streets much
easier than stilettos (a hard - earned lesson in various European destinations).
It's even a lot easier with chunky heels, because your heels have more surface in the bottom, so it'll hurt
less than a stiletto.
They are matte black leather, very conservative, with a
wider than stiletto heel so they don't veer into dancer territory if you know what I mean.
Taking pride in your appearance is still important, but you'll see more people in
pumps than stilettos around campus.
The heels of your shoes can't be too fine, nor should straps be, you need a more sturdy heel such as a cone or stacked heel
rather than a stiletto or kitten heel.
With a shorter or thicker heel
than a stiletto, you end up being able to wear them from day to night.