Despite what you may think, there are rules when it comes to wearing heels. After all, the heels you wear say a lot about you, so you want to convey the right message.
Alecia Guevara, a Canadian shoe designer and owner of avant-garde shoe boutique Divinitas Designs on Avenue Road in Toronto, says that heels contribute to our personalities and the way other people perceive us. "Stilettos exude power and sexiness while flats exude casual comfort," says Guevara, adding, "kitten heels are always sweet and feminine looking."
According to Guevara, the new chic wedge heels offer the same height as stilettos but are far more comfortable because, unlike stilettos, which place all the pressure on the ball of your foot, wedges support the entire foot.
The question is: What heels should you wear?
Long, skinny legs are best suited to flats, according to Guevara. "Try flat Belgium loafer-style shoes or ballet flats," she advises.
Short, stumpy legs are best suited to at least two-and-a-half-inch pumps. "A bit of a heel elongates your short legs while still maintaining comfort," says Guevara.
Muscular legs suit any type of heel, from stilettos to flats. "Not only do muscular legs have the strength to carry stilettos, but the legs look great in any type of heel because of their shape," she adds.
If you have thick ankles, opt for one- or one-and-a-half-inch heels. "You need to be closer to the ground for stability and circulation purposes," Guevara explains. "If you have thick ankles, you don't want to be elevated on your toes or you'll accentuate any circulation problems you may already have."
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