January 17, 2010

How High Should Your Heels Be?

high-heel-test 

High Heels can be uncomfortable, but you don't have to eliminate them from your life if you can find the right heel size for your feet:

  • If your foot is at a right angle to your outstretched leg and does not dangle, you have a low ankle-joint axis and will be more comfortable in flat shoes than in high heels. Kate Moss is the standard-bearer for flats  -  they are obviously what suit her feet best.
  • If your foot points down, you need to measure the distance between the top of your big toe and an imaginary line from the bottom of your heel. This is the right heel height for you. Measure it against your favourite shoes  -  the ones you swear you are most comfortable in, no matter how high or low. I can almost guarantee the heel will match it

Your shoe should not pinch your feet. Cheap shoes tend to be more rigid and don't conform to your feet. High heels are also not made to walk long distances. Always bring comfortable shoes to change to if you know you will be doing a lot of walking.

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