5. Heels with platforms can provide added comfort.
Platform soles (the thick “base” you see in some high heels) can provide added comfort and even assist you with balance! Just a word of caution: the higher the platform, the less refined it looks. Party? Yes. Office? Think again.
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4. The perfect fit is EVERYTHING.
And by perfect fit, we’re not just talking about your size! Buying them in the right size for you is one thing (that’s why tip #9 is SO important!), but it also helps to know your foot type, to know what shoe style will provide you more comfort. Flat-footed girls would benefit more from shoes with laces or straps to stabilize your foot as it is more flexible than usual. If your foot has an high arch, D’orsays or cut-out vamps are fashionable options that would hug your arch perfectly.
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3. While standing, shift your weight from one leg to the other.
To last in heels longer during a night without the ouchies, here’s a pro-tip from Victoria’s Secret model Kendall Jenner: keep moving your feet! The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star basically means to shift your weight from one leg to another to distribute the pain. Kendall does this by crossing her legs and switching her weight from one foot to another… hence the signature cross-legged pose. Now we know!
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2. Practice walking in heels the right way.
No matter how terrifying it may seem to heel newbies, walking in heels should be no more different than walking in other shoes: heel before toes! This is why it’s important to do number 10 (see previous page), as well as make sure you’re wearing the right size, so your knees don’t buckle or that you end up dragging your feet anyway.
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1. Before heading out the door, know your battles.
The key to lasting all day in shoes all boils down to knowing your battles before walking out the door: an on-the-go itinerary will have your feet calling for chic lace-ups for less adventure-filled days, or heck, compromise with wedges. Although there’s always the option to bring flats with you, who wants extra baggage anyway? It’s always best to be prepared for the day ahead.
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The holiday season is always an exciting time to dress up and step up your shoe game: ’tis the season to go all out and bring out the metallics and glitter, as nothing else spells holiday cheer like a pair of gorgeous statement heels. Create that fashion statement with the CHARLES & KEITH 2015 Holiday Collection the next time you walk into a party! With updated classics paired with chic details, their styles would definitely keep that Christmas party look on point!) You can check out their Facebook page out at https://facebook.com/charleskeith.ph/ or visit your favorite CHARLES & KEITH store.
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