Fashion is Pain, Learn to Make it Less Painful

Posted by Julie / at 2:24 PM / /

In the fashion world, a cocktail dress or club outfit is not complete without a high heel shoe. It doesn't matter if it is a platform, a pointy toe, or a strappy sandal, the height creates the sexy, stylish look that woman want.

Nowadays it seems like the higher the heel the sexier the look causing heel heights to increase dramatically. Woman who once strutted through clubs and hot spots in 4 inch heels are pushing the limit in 12 inch platforms!

So, what are the effects of the increased heel height? The obvious is the pain that woman go through from walking in heels all day. But, when you ask around, most women will admit the look and feel that they get from wearing high heels outweighs the risk of twisting an ankle or causing soreness to the feet. It’s like we have heard many of times before
“Fashion is pain”, right?

The good news is that there are tips and pointers to help you complete your outfit with a sexy high heel, without adding soreness and pain to your feet.

Here’s advice that we find helpful:

1. Get the right fit. If your high heels are too big, your foot will slide to the front and cause more pressure on your toes. If you buy heels that are too small, your foot will feel cramped and add pressure in unwanted areas. Your heels should fit snug so they do not slide, but also allow a bit of stretching room.

2. Invest in added cushion. There are shoe inserts on the market designed specifically for high heel pressure points. Webmd.com recommends using silicone metatarsal pads to protect the balls of your feet. Morris Morin, DPM, director of podiatric medicine at the Hackensack University Medical Center, says “They look like flattened gummy bears, but they do
a super job of shock absorption.”

3. The steeper the slope of the heel, the more painful they will be. This is why platforms have become so popular. Platforms create less of a slope but still have significant height because they add elevation in both the heel and the sole.

4. Thicker heels create more stability. A wider heel will distribute your weight allowing better balance and less pressure.

5. If you have corns or calluses, see a podiatrist about getting them removed. They will cause your feet to be misshaped in the heal creating unwanted pressure points and soreness. If the doctor can not remove the corns or calluses, opt for open toed high heels to take pressure off inflamed areas.

6. Switch up your shoe daily. If you are sporting the same high heel over and over again, they will wear in and provide less stability and more discomfort. Rotating between high heels and flats will also give your foot a break from the pressure. Trust us when we say there are plenty of cute and sexy flats that provide comfort without risking fashion!