A heel is the bottom, back part of a shoe or boot that provides elevation. The styling and construction of a heel may vary (i.e., stacked, stilletto, spiked, sculptured, kitten).
About Kitten Heel Shoes:
Kitten Heel Shoes are a specific version of Low Heel shoes, that are marked by their skinny heel, which may become broader at the base or outsole where contact is made with the ground. Kitten Heel Shoes are generally around 1 inch in height or less.