How to Choose Right Heels

Heels never go out of style for fashionistas. But fashionable doesn’t always mean comfortable. Wrong selection of heels can lead to corns, bunions and fallen arches. Therefore, it is important to choose right heel to keep a balance of comfort and style.

Get the Right Fit

Misjudgement of size is a common mistake during selection of heels. Most women wear footwear that is half a size small for them.  Women develop blisters and pain in feet simply because they are not wearing the right size. This aspect becomes even more crucial during selection of heels.

While buying your heels make sure that your shoe fits you well. Even a few pounds of weight can change your shoe size. Therefore, it is important to measure your feet every time you buy a shoe. Try them on and keep wearing them for long. Best way to test their comfort is to stand straight and then try to raise yourself on your toes, so that there is one inch space under your heels. If you are not able to do this then probably your heels are too high and can cause discomfort. 

Go for Wedged Heels

Wedged heel occupies the entire portion below the arch and heel area of the foot. They are sturdier and more comfortable than typical high heels. This is because pressure of body is evenly distributed on the entire foot. Wedged heels creates illusion of longer legs and thinner ankles. Bollywood diva, Raveena Tandon recently said that she loves to wear wedge heels because she it is extremely comfortable considering her foot problems.

Get Heels that Suit you

Always apply your brain while following any particular fashion trend. Make sure that the heels you are opting for look good on you. Stilettos and narrow heels look best on slender built people. On the contrary, heavier built people should go for platforms or thicker heels or block heels. This will give a balanced and proportional look. Cone heels, kitten heels, prism heels, spool heels, stiletto heels, wedge heels and puppy heels are some of the heel options you can choose from.

Provide cushion

If you love heels but can’t stand for long while wearing them then invest in silicon metatarsal pads. Using cushion inside the footwear will give you extra comfort and reduce blistering. They are available in different shapes specifically designed for high heels.

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