Okay ladies…it’s time to take matters into our own hands. Yes, yes some people are blessed with pain-free feet. As for the rest of us, we want to look sassy and be comfy too! 
As I have mentioned before, when it comes to high heels, look for pairs with hidden platforms inside. A platform of at least 1 inch decreases the angle of your foot in the shoe.
Also, just as we have our clothes altered….visit a great shoe repair!! They can add foam padding to the inner soles of your high heels. This goes for other types of shoes too. The cost is usually minimal and lasts longer than a Dr Scholl’s. (not knocking their products though 
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A great shoe repair in NYC is T.O. Dey. They can sometimes get pricey, but are fantastic!! They work with many celebrities, Broadway performers, etc.. In fact they can MAKE you a pair of shoes if you can afford it. They have improved my dance shoes greatly!
Another NYC shoe repair that I have read about is called Leather Spa. I have not been there, but it looks and sounds great!
If shoes aren’t made to the comfort level we desire, then we need to adjust them to meet our standards. Also, I am soooo thrilled that designers are making more shoes with platforms big and small! High end designers and moderately priced lines are getting on board with this design. For example, Christian Louboutin, Sergio Rossi, Cole Hann, INC, Guess, Bebe, Zara and many more. Long live the platform! Sexy AND comfortable…what a concept!!! Don’t settle for less….pimp your shoes and unite comfort with fashion !
Archive for March, 2010
I love my “Happy Feet” socks! I saw them in SkyMall magazine, but I purchased them off of amazon.com. These socks are the same concept as the ‘yoga toes’. They are meant to stretch your toes and correct their alignment. What is so great about these socks is that you can wear them while you are sleeping! Typically, I can’t wear them through the entire night, but they are comfy socks none the less. It’s like throwing on your retainer at night to keep your teeth straight! haha Or if you prefer, you can wear them at night while you unwind. These are an especially great product for women who wear heels all day.
Keep your feet happy and healthy!
My friend and I recently went shopping to look for a classic black pump. Preferably one that could work for both work and play…..and of course…..be comfortable!! At Nordstrom’s, Stuart Weitzman had a nice black patent leather pump with a small platform. The heel was high, but not over the top. They look very classy and the inside of the shoe even has some built in padding!
INC has a great pair of black patent leather pumps at Macy’s. They have a wider heel and a great toe box shape. They are sexy but practical for many occasions. These were probably our favorite pumps we came across.
Looking at top designer’s shoes are fun, but ultimately you have to buy what is comfortable to your foot. I am finding that sometimes designer shoes are more comfortable, and other times they are no more luxurious than a cheap shoe.
I definitely recommend getting a classic pump that has a rounder toe box….steer clear of the extremely pointy toe boxes. I have seen many styles out there that don’t cause you to have elf feet……yet still have a feminine toe shape Save yourself from bunions!
Recently, I found the “Insolia” inserts on footsmart.com. These inserts help to shift weight off of the ball of the foot. They seem to be most effective in shoes with a heel height from 1 1/2 inches to about 3 inches. I personally need some cushion under the ball of my foot no matter what. However, I do find that this insert is helpful. The weight shift is not extreme, but enough to have a positive effect. This insert is meant to adhere to the inside of your shoe in order to stay in place.
So, I have decided that since I am a “grown-up” ….I should start shopping for some classic “grown-up” shoes. My priority has always been to have shoes that are unique, but more importantly comfortable. Since I have ball of foot pain, I have to carefully choose what I can wear. But, I love shoes….and don’t want to settle for boring shoes that I don’t like.
Anyways, with all that said….I love Christian Louboutin’s designs! They can be funky, sexy, theatrical, classic, and feminine. I discovered in my search that he has some great designs for busted feet like mine. As most of us do, I love the looks of a high heel! However, my feet can’t take a straight up 4-5 inch heel. Well…..good news…there are some great designs with platforms on the inside of the shoes as well as the outside! The platform lessens the angle of your foot, yet still gives you a great, sexy line. The concept of the platform on the inside is brilliant because it doesn’t change the look of the shoe. I’m certainly not saying this concept is only found in designer shoes…..but Christian Louboutin has some really fantastic ones. Saks Fith Avenue and Neiman Marcus have a great selection.
