Donatella Versace was right when she claimed, “Minimalism is dead.” In fact, in recent seasons, fashion has given rise to maximalism, otherwise known as “minimalism’s evil twi.”

Story by Autumn Sanders

Maximalism is taking over footwear this spring. Gone are the days of strappy sandals, and barely-there boots. It’s all about the chunky sneakers. From billboards to Instagram feeds, it seems everyone is wearing 3 lb footwear.

People either swear by this trend, or would die before wearing a pair. Speaking of its cult following, clunky sneakers have made their way into the hearts of celebrities like Kendall Jenner, Hailey Baldwin and Bella Hadid. Rihanna even got in on the action with the majority of her Puma footwear line featuring platforms.

Whether you’re obsessed or repulsed, chunky sneakers are having a moment and we’re here for it.

Photos courtesy of High Snobiety, People Magazine, ATL Wish and Who What Wear