Good shoes

1. Practical and comfort

High heels come in different shapes and styles. As a rule, thin heels are more difficult to balance on than block heels or wedges. Round, square and open toes are much more comfortable than pointed toes. If you really want to wear points, then make sure your toes are not sitting where the shoe starts to taper. You should be able to wiggle them comfortably. Closed styles are better than open styles. When choosing slip-ons or sling-backs, make sure your heel doesn't separate too far from the back of your shoe when you walk.

Make sure the shoes fit properly. A pair of high heeled shoes should fit well. The shoes should not scrape against the back or sides of your feet. All shoes should also have no more than a gap of a quarter of an inch anywhere around the shoe. This includes the box and the sides of the high heeled shoe.

Walk around in the shoes. Determine how the shoes feel on your feet. They should feel comfortable as you walk around. A high heeled pair of shoes should not be difficult to navigate in. You want shoes that will feel good and make it easier for you to walk. Choose high heeled shoes that accomplish this task.

2.  Shoes characteristics

a)  Position of the heel

The shoe's heel should always sit directly under the middle of your heel so that the weight of your foot rests directly onto it. If the heels sit right at the back of the shoe and falls to the ground at a ninety degree angle, your shoe may eventually collapse. The classic stiletto shape is better as the heel is positioned in exactly the right place.

b)  Height of the heel

Decide on height. High heeled shoes come in several different lengths. You want to choose the right height. A good pair should make you feel taller but not so tall that you feel you are walking stilts. Shorter women may want to use higher heels while taller women may want to avoid the really highest heels.

4.  Posture

The only way to walk in those sexy high heels is with your head up and your shoulders back. This distributes the weight more evenly around your body and off your feet. If necessary, use a gel-based insert which shift the weight off the ball of your foot.

5.  Stretch and massage

After removing your high heels, give your feet a gentle massage. It may be worth investing in a foot massager if you are a regular wearer. Also, stretch your calf muscles a little, do a few ankle rotations and try a few floor exercises that massage your lower back.

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