I am new to high heels and am starting with the kitten heel. I am a huge fan of ballet flats; however, I am only 5 ft 3 and need several pairs of heels. Which styles are your favorite? Ie. kitten heel, platform, pump. I have gained weight recently and am looking for an attractive but still comfortable shoe to start off in. I have heard that both wedges and platforms are more comfortable than a typical pump or even a stiletto. Is this true? Any suggestions or brand names that you have good luck with?

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Fashions in high heels change fast and women want to wear the latest designs. High heels make women look taller, slimmer and more alluring. But the price a woman has to pay to wear high heels can be pretty high. It’s not the cost of the high heels, but the damage they can do to the feet that needs to be avoided. When wearing high heels the pressure is on the toes and the balls of the feet. If pointed high heels are in fashion there is very little you can do to avoid getting a pair.

Well before you can make your high heels more tranquil; make certain you purchase the perfect high heels. Be prudent when shopping for high heels. First, make sure to get your feet measured when you go to shop for high heels. This may sound insane, but feet do grow larger with time and in pregnancy. Try and purchase a pair that has round toes.

Avoid buying pointed toes high heels if you can. If you have feet that are wide then ask for a wider pair. Try on the high heels, walk around in them. If they are comfortable then buy them, else shop around. Don’t buy high heels that have hard leather, try and get a pair with soft leather. Don’t go for high heels that are too high. Don’t wear high heels for an extended period of time. If you plan on wearing high heels daily then your feet are going to get ravaged. Even wearing high heels for a dance party can damage your feet.

You can make your high heels more relaxed by following a few instructions. If you have got a pair with conical toes then place some cotton in the toes of the high heels to guard your toes. Put arch supports in the high heels. If you feel that your feet are getting sprained from the sides place some cushioning on the sides. Now that you have your high heels ready now you have to get ready your feet also.

Remember extended wear of high heels can cause blisters, calluses and corns on your feet. You definitely don’t want to be seen limping in your high heels.

So take some band aid or moleskin squares and put them on your feet. Cover them around your toes, the sides of your feet and most notably on your heels. It’s the toes, the heels and the balls of the feet that get injured wearing high heels. So protecting these areas is going to keep your feet from getting damaged.

Also apply a cream or lotion on the feet to make them malleable and agile. Sometimes it even makes logic to pat some oil on the inner shell of the high heels to make the leather elastic. But you only do this when you are not using the high heels. If you follow these simple tips then you can guard your feet from getting damaged by wearing high heels.

Hopefully by following this advice you will be able to wear high heels without ravaging your feet.

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1. Sandals are downright fashionable. With styles that cover practically every possible reason and season, sandals never go out of style. In fact, many popular designs and styles of sandals remain lasting fashion statements year after year.

2. With sandals, foot freedom reins. Just ask any college student why they love their flip-flops. Ask a beachgoer how come they’re not wearing tennis shoes. Sandals deliver an enticing balance of being almost barefoot but still having shoes on the feet. It’s a lifestyle really.

3. They deliver comfort like no other. There is just something great about the way sandals tend to break in and conform to the foot – almost like they’re an extension of the feet themselves. Shoes haven’t quite found a way to enter this territory yet.

4. Sandals have health benefits. Many podiatrists actually recommend the wearing of supportive sandals for the healthful benefits they provide for feet. Some sandals work in the same way as custom orthotics do to really help promote foot correct posture.

5. Forget about the fungus. It’s true; sandal wearers get the added foot health benefit of having cool, dry feet. This means there’s no place to harbor fungus, preventing a fungal foot infection before it can ever begin to take hold.

6. Sandals are usually more affordable. Okay, this one is for the practical-minded, but when it comes down to it, sandals are generally less costly than other types of shoes. It might have something to do with the fact that less material used equals less expense or it could just all be wishful thinking.

7. Try to beat the versatility of the sandal. Poolside, at the beach, backyard, or nowhere even close – just slip ‘em on and slip ‘em off. It’s hard to beat the versatility provided by the always fashionable footwear.

8. Promote balance with sandals. It is really no surprise that sandals have been chosen to help increase and promote balance. Practitioners of yoga have even adapted sandals with individual straps between each toe to encourage an increased sense of balance in the art of yoga.

9. They’re the original footwear from history. Sandals are time tested, having stood the test of time longer than any other form of footwear. The tennis shoe has been around for decades, the boot for centuries, but the sandal has been in use for millenniums. That must speak for something.

10. Sandals show expression. Sure, all kinds of shoes can be fashion-forward. However, no other form of footwear is as conducive to showing off a fun and funky sense of style and spirit like the sandal.

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Looking and dressing stylish for this festive time begins with getting organized. Look at your social schedule and plan each event ahead of time so that you will be prepared no matter what type of event you’re attending. Factor in each detail of your outfit, including accessories, shoes, jewelry, and handbag.
Perfect party dressing
- A black suit.
- Something in sequins.
- A little dress. It doesn’t necessarily have to be black as this season vibrant colors are a nice change from the traditional black dress. Don’t be afraid to stand out in purple or red.
- High heels, evening sandals, and a clutch bag in a new metallic like pewter or bronze.
- All out glamour in a metallic frock.
- Add “bling” with a chunky gold necklace or a colorful bauble that adds texture to your outfit.
- Something red.
Here are some suggestions about what to wear for different types of holiday functions. Read your invitation and be aware of dress codes.
Casual – Dressy jeans with a sparkly top and a pair of the season’s hot shoes such as the Mary Jane platform.
Family party or open house – A cardigan sweater set with a skirt or pants will work by adding some glitz with your jewelry, metallic sandals or heels. Make a statement with jeans, a beaded top, or a short leather jacket. Note: If you are going to attend a religious service, before or after a party, then you really need to dress appropriately for that occasion.
A party at your own house where you are the hostess – Since you will be on your feet most of the time, look for comfort. A skirt or pants with a satin top and comfortable shoes such as a ballet flat.
The office party – Please remember, that an office party is really a festive business meeting and that certain etiquette must apply. Forgo any bare skin, even if that’s what you see all over TV and in the media. Never go braless to an office party, wear a halter top, or anything with a plunging neckline. Keep in mind that, even though you are there to have fun and it’s a party, you really are socializing with people you work with so make sure that you don’t dress in a way or do anything that night that you’d regret the next morning. Go for a classic look like, a satin dress with a sequin Bolero jacket.
After five cocktails and dinner – A tailored suit in satin or velvet or a black suit with a sequin top will look very trendy. Carry a small clutch in silver or gold.
Semi-formal affair – Mix classics like trousers, or a skirt in a rich fabric like velvet, with a white long sleeve blouse in silk or satin. A drop-dead gorgeous short strapless dress with earrings, shoes and a bag in gold or silver. Try a new combo like a deep, dark chocolate dress with bronze or cooper accessories, or a rich wine color that’s almost Merlot and pair that with silver or pewter accessories.
Black tie affair – All out glamour. A tuxedo suit or a gown.
Makeup tips for a holiday look
Holiday parties can cause havoc on your skin, so a good idea is to get a facial and a brow wax beforehand. Remember, great makeup can do only so much. It’s the skin that is the canvas that you are applying the color to. And make sure you adjust your skin care routine during the winter months when you are spending more time indoors, in artificial heat. It is very important to keep your skin well hydrated day and night.
Lipstick- A bright lipstick will energize your ensemble and immediately update your look. If you wear one of the new red lipsticks, make sure that you do a very muted or soft eye. If you are doing a very dramatic eye, then you want to keep the lips soft and neutral.
Eyeliner – The dramatic or smoky eye is really in, but not everyone can use a liquid eyeliner which requires practices and a steady hand. Best bet – use a kohl pencil which is easier to handle and will give you a better line. The best way to do a liner is to use the pencil and smudge along the lash line, using short strokes. Then you can take a small smudgy brush and just go over it. What you really want to create here is color not a definite line.
Some tricks for creating that smoky eye look:
No matter what color you use, it’s the gradation of color that is the most important thing to consider. The color should be the darkest by the lashes and then lighten up as you go up towards the brow bone. Go for violet or chocolate brown as opposed to a deep black, which can be too goth and can age a women’s face and skin.
A professional makeup artist trick that will help you avoid the “raccoon eye.”
When you’re putting your eye shadow on, especially dark shades, apply some loose foundation powder under the eye before applying the shadow. This will catch all the fallout. This way, when you’re done, all you need to do is sweep away the powder with a brush.
Lashes – One thing every holiday face should have is great lashes. Use a thickening or lengthening mascara. For thin lashes, use defining mascara and use two coats. You can enhance any mascara by using a coat of eyelash primer under the mascara. This will add volume.
To complete your look, don’t forget some fabulous perfume. One of the tricks that I use is, when I am getting dressed and still in my underwear, I spray the air and then walk into the mist. This way you don’t run the risk of getting the perfume on your clothes.
Follow these simple suggestions, and no matter where you go during this festive season, you will step out in style. Coco Chanel once said. “A girl should be two things, classy and fabulous.”