How the heck do you wear heels? Please help!

[astronaut]

I love the look of heels. I just want one pair of pumps that won't kill me. I can handle heeled boots as long as I have an insert. A huge problem I have with heels are blisters. The edges scrape against my skin Heels that are tight do it, heels that are loose do it too. How do people wear them???

[Shimmer]

Where do you get the blisters?

[astronaut]

I usually get them on the back of my foot. I just recently watched this video and she said that vaseline helps her. I wear tights though. Vaseline can't be the only fix is it?

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[Shimmer]

Bandaid makes a blister stick, it's magic. Or deodorant.

But it sounds like your heels don't fit you properly.

[TISH1124]

Good quality Shoes with sturdy heels, Proper fit and size...and practice makes perfect

[astronaut]

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Good quality Shoes with sturdy heels, Proper fit and size...and practice makes perfect

What makes a quality shoe? ... and practice what?

[TISH1124]

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What makes a quality shoe? ... and practice what?

Not cheap shoes....you don't want hard shoes that cause blisters...you want shoes that are well constructed. Practice walking in the shoes everyday for a few minutes in your house

Buy gel inserts...heel cushions....to help with proper fit and to keep your feet from sliding forward and your heels from rubbing against the shoes

[Shimmer]

Personally, I like leather heels, they stretch and conform to the foot.
You don't want any hot spots, or pressure points from the shoe onto your foot.
You put it on and you walk around. That's your practice.

[astronaut]

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Originally Posted by TISH1127

Not cheap shoes....you don't want hard shoes that cause blisters...you want shoes that are well constructed. Practice walking in the shoes everyday for a few minutes in your house

Buy gel inserts...heel cushions....to help with proper fit and to keep your feet from sliding forward and your heels from rubbing against the shoes

I see. But I've learned the hard way that expensive shoe doesn't always equal quality/conformable shoe.

[vocaltest]

i wish i could wear heels, too. the last time i wore some was in june.. bought a gorgeous pair of heels from river island, went out for a friends birthday, the next day i had 3 inch wide blisters on the soles of my feet which then burst and pissed out blood the next few days. i couldn't walk for a week, and the skin on my feet there still isn't right (it looks 'thin') so now, i refuse to wear the damn things.

[TISH1124]

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I see. But I've learned the hard way that expensive shoe doesn't always equal quality/conformable shoe.

No proper size and fit along with quality normally helps....I assure you I have worn from cheap to very expensive and nothing hurts a foot like a really cheap made shoe....and that does not necessarily mean in the cost... Qulaity shoes can be bought at Ross for $20....Cheap shoes can cost $100... When I say cheap I mean in the construction of the shoe...I am just giving my opinions ....Of course wear what works for you....

[astronaut]

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i wish i could wear heels, too. the last time i wore some was in june.. bought a gorgeous pair of heels from river island, went out for a friends birthday, the next day i had 3 inch wide blisters on the soles of my feet which then burst and pissed out blood the next few days. i couldn't walk for a week, and the skin on my feet there still isn't right (it looks 'thin') so now, i refuse to wear the damn things.

Ouch. They get really bad for me too. Considering so many people wear heels, there must be a trick out there. I'm not convinced that everyone suffers!

[astronaut]

I was thinking about these shoes. Not sure if they would kill or not:

Sable by LifeStride at Zeta Zappos

[caffn8me]

Avoid shoes made of synthetic materials - leather is much better (with a leather lining too) as it breathes and shapes to your foot. If there are sore spots on your feet where the shoes rub you can apply something called Moleskin which is a self adhesive soft cotton padded fabric. It really helps but put it on before the blisters develop. If you do get blisters then you need to try something else.

The bottom line really is that if your shoes are rubbing then they are probably not a good fit. Leather shoes will break-in but synthetic material shoes probably won't.

[Shimmer]

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I was thinking about these shoes. Not sure if they would kill or not:

Sable by LifeStride at Zeta Zappos

They're not going to kill, but they're not very attractive either. :/

[astronaut]

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They're not going to kill, but they're not very attractive either. :/

Yeahhh but I think with the right outfit, they can look totally classy

[TISH1124]

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Yeahhh but I think with the right outfit, they can look totally classy

I personally don't see those looking right even if you were wearing them naked...But that's my opinion...those are shoes my 80 year old grandma wore...I swear

[BloopBloop]

steve madden shoes never hurt me. i love the height, the higher the heel, the better (imo)!! I feel that i have better posture with high heels, and walk better with them on than with sneakers.

like with any other shoes, you need to break them in before taking them out on the town. wear them in and around the house for a couple days so they loosen up and get along with your feet.

and like i said, the higher the heel the better. i dunno about you guys but small-mid height heels (1-2") hurt more than 4"+ to me.

[TISH1124]

I have a hard time walking in Flats or heels under 3" I trip over my own flat feet! 3.5 to 4 is my comfort zone

[astronaut]

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I personally don't see those looking right even if you were wearing them naked...But that's my opinion...those are shoes my 80 year old grandma wore...I swear

I'm into the matronly style so I don't mind looking like an 80 year old woman.

[iiifugaziii]

have you tried some cute heels with just a strap on the back? they might not rub and hurt as much

[caffn8me]

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I'm into the matronly style so I don't mind looking like an 80 year old woman.

If you like that style then don't take any notice of what anyone else says. We're all individuals and I'm sure those who don't like them will have clothes or shoes that others find utterly hideous.

My big objection to those shoes is that they are entirely synthetic material which is better avoided in my opinion.

[COBI]

For me, every single pair of heels is a different story. I can not buy heels without trying them on and walking about a bit to see how they feel.

Even shoes that look the same usually fit and feel different from each other.

I don't really think there is any "secret" to wearing them other than making sure they are the proper fit for *your* foot.

For example, I like a taller heel for the look, but I have an issue (undiagnosed as they can't see anything on film yet) if there is too much pressure placed on the outside of the ball of my right foot. So, blisters aren't an issue for me typically, but the angle of the foot in the shoe is HUGE for me.

In the last few weeks, I've bought 13 pairs of heels, primarily for work (in an office) so nothing too fancy:


An idea of the heel height:




Again, there's no real secret except for fit, fit, fit IMHO.

[cocomia]

I read somewhere that, to check the stability of a shoe, tap it from the side or *flick* it while it's on the shelf (or place it on a flat area). If it wobbles, then there's a good chance that it won't support your feet. I've found this to be really common with stilettos.

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[TISH1124]

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I'm into the matronly style so I don't mind looking like an 80 year old woman.

Sounds like they will be perfect for you then...If you like them and they feel comfy on you that is all that matters...not the material or how they look to anyone else. Wear what suits you the best.