As a city commuter, I love my flats just as much I love heels. Sadly, with all those steps to and from the subway, to those tricky subway grates and pretty cobblestone streets, long ventures in sky high heels is incredibly tough in Manhattan. However, the recent uptick in super stylish block-heeled shoes has made it easy for us New Yorkers to stroll around the city with an extra boost in height. Also, while these heels may seem a bit bulky, most styles are pretty lightweight which is greatly appreciated when the event or day requires lots of walking.