As parties and special occasions approach, now is the time to add shimmer and shine to your wardrobe. These glam heels will elongate your silhouette while paying homage to ’80s nostalgia.
Stylists appreciate this single monk strap style from Brooklyn-based shoemaker Amberjack as it can easily transition between weddings and dinner dates. Not only are their shoes stylish, but they’re also designed to last throughout the day!
Comfort
Fashion shoes can be an expressive way of showing your individuality at work, school, or an event. A recent study revealed that people give away up to 90% of their impression of someone based solely on what shoes they wear! But simply looking good doesn’t have to mean compromising comfort – here are some tips on finding stylish yet comfortable footwear options.
Step one in finding comfortable shoes is ensuring they fit correctly, which you can do by measuring your foot with a ruler or paper and taking measurements for toes, heels, and sides. Once complete, compare this data against shoe labels to ensure the optimal fit.
Comfortable shoes must not only fit appropriately in size and style but must also be flexible enough to bend with your feet as you move, eliminating pain and friction. Furthermore, they should be breathable so as not to make your feet sweat too much – choosing the appropriate pair can save you from blisters, sore feet, corns on pressure points, bunions, plantar fasciitis, back or knee pain, as well as improving posture by evenly distributing weight across your body without forcing you to stoop or lean forward because of uncomfortable shoes.
Style
Shoes are often considered the focal point of any woman’s outfit and express her style. From high heels to sneakers, there are various choices to select when shopping for fashion shoes in stores near you; many offer breathable materials, while some feature flexible soles ideal for walking and running.
Shoes can add an air of sensuality to your ensemble, such as high-heeled shoes with long and narrow heels that elongate your legs and make you appear taller. But remember, wearing high heels for too long could cause back pain and stiffness; choose comfortable footwear with small heels instead to prevent this. Additionally, limit your exposure to such heels.
High-fashion shoes may be pricey, but they’re an invaluable way to add sophistication to any wardrobe. Designer shoes often boast top-quality materials and intricate detailing for added style and luxury – not to mention they pair nicely with all sorts of outfits and occasions!
Boost your look with trendy heels in vibrant hues like yellow or pink for an eye-catching statement. They pair easily with any ensemble ranging from dresses and skirts to pants, while their wide variety of sizes ensures they will find their ideal spot on your feet.
One popular trending shoe style is the updated ballet flat. These feminine and elegant shoes make a sleek pairing for cropped denim jeans or pleated trousers, or you could even rock them with your mini skirt! Available in various materials with unique ornaments – satin ballet flats are usually preferred as they look more glamorous and feminine!
Mary Jane shoes are an ever-popular classic that goes in and out of fashion, often seen at fashion shows and designed by such iconic names as Thom Browne and Paul and Joe. The Mary Jane is a versatile shoe style suitable for any occasion, boasting its closed, rounded toe and at least one strap across the foot. Recently designers such as Thom Browne and Paul and Joe have included this style in their collections, while Manolo Blahnik’s delicate heels remain highly desired.
Height
Heels can be fashionable or worn to make one look taller; some sneakers and espadrilles feature flat heels instead. Foot specialists (podiatrists) generally believe that heels over 50mm may cause back and knee problems and shorten calf muscles, yet women continue wearing heels as fashion statements.
Scientists at the University of Surrey have devised a formula to determine how high heels can be worn without falling over. The procedure takes into account factors like (y) the duration of wearing high heels; p) the likelihood that wearing the shoes to attract a partner (on a scale from 0 to 1 where 1 equals no chance); t) time since fashion trend (i.e., Duchess of Cornwall’s posh plimsolls).
Scientists claim their formula has proven helpful when trying out different styles of shoes. They have been experimenting with various heels ranging from Restoration dandies’ chunky door-stoppers and tractor flats popular at Celine to Stella McCartney’s signature clog hoisted onto heels.
Mental Health
Wearing fashionable shoes may help you relax and unwind if you suffer from anxiety or stress. Fashion footwear provides your feet with cushioned comfort for reduced tension and relaxation and even features positive messages to stay focused on mental wellness.
Many fashion brands are taking steps to prioritize social impact by supporting mental health organizations and charities. Nike has joined forces with holistic psychologist and intergenerational trauma expert Dr. Mariel Buque to offer self-care tips on its social media pages; all proceeds of a $5 affirmation decal featuring Dr. Buque’s advice go towards Saks Fifth Avenue Foundation’s mental health work; Crocs joined forces with singer SZA to launch an exclusive line of shoes and accessories during Mental Health Awareness Month that all go towards organizations she chose (Sad Girls Club, Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation and My Sistah House).
TAFT is another brand that prioritizes mental health. TAFT founder Kory Kory had to struggle with depression himself before dedicating himself to creating footwear to help others overcome it. Their brand ethos embodies this concept perfectly with sneakers featuring messages like ‘It’s Okay Not Being Okay”.
Other fashion brands have also used marketing to destigmatize mental health. Rare Beauty, owned and supported by Selena Gomez, shares educational well-being posts; Happiness Project’s mood-boosting tees, supported by Kristen Bell, donate part of their profits towards suicide prevention causes.
TOMS shoe brand stands out, giving one-third of its profits back to grassroots charities and organizations worldwide, including here in the UK, that work to end gun violence, support victims of bullying, and fund wellbeing initiatives during coronavirus pandemics. Furthermore, its sustainability- and ethical business practices make an impressionable statement about its values.