Platform shoes are shoes with a thick, raised outsole where both the heel and the toes are raised, thus providing height to the wearer. Platform shoes may also have an elevated toe area with a separate heel.
About Wedge:
Wedge shoes, also referred to as wedge heels or wedges, are shoes with a triangular shape heel in the form of a wedge, with the heel and sole forming a solid block. Wedge heel shoes generally raise the heel of wearer between 1" to 3" and considered to be more stable that other types of high heel shoes. Wedge shoes come in a variety of styles, including sandals, pumps, and boots.