Go Wedges With A Vengeance!
Women have had a weakness for shoes since… probably when they were invented. Women cannot resist a beautiful pair of shoes. In fact, as some shoe fashions prove, most women would not even consider comfort if the shoe in question appealed to the diva inside them! And nothing appeals to a woman more than heels! A short woman wants heels to look tall and sexy… a tall woman wants heels to stand above the crowd. Everyone loves heels, even if they are not comfortable.
There are different types of heels, each one a different look. The one that all women love, but most cannot wear, are stilettos. These thin tall heels look sleek and sexy, but require a lot of practice to wear or one runs the risk of losing their balance and hurting their ankle… not to mention their pride. Block heels are another type, which, as the name suggests, are big, blocky, chunky heels. These are easier to balance but, again, as the length of the heel grows, the more precarious the walking becomes. Then there are platform heels that have a sole that is almost as high as the heel, so the foot remains almost flat like in a flat sandal, but the height is increased. These shoes reached ridiculous proportions when the fashion in the 70’s became 12 inch high platforms.
The wedge is a type of heel where the sole of the shoe is a wedge shaped block that is high at the heel and tapers to a point at the toes. This is one of the more comfortable types of heel, since there is not much ‘balancing’ required when walking with these. Wedges are usually summer shoes since they are generally light cork soled and strappy. And this summer, they are a rage!
Strappy wedges are great for any occasion. They give you the air of casual chic and they are very comfortable to wear too. You can get them in a wide variety of designs to suit any occasion. Thin straps in citrus colors look great with casuals for college. Strappies in floral prints make for a great look for a day out with friends.
You can buy them in skin tones and wear them with pretty much everything! A chic design in black is also a good option for footwear that can be worn for almost any formal occasion. A funky design, even if worn with a simple ensemble, will make you stand out from the crowd.
Wedges can be in a roman strappy sandal style. You can get them in black patent leather and silver studs, to complete a dark, gothic look. Thin straps will give you a dainty, feminine look, while broader straps will make you look smart. You can opt for metallic colors or shimmer to look dressy or go for a mute, matte look.
The options you have in strappy wedges are as varied as your moods, and you can be sure of finding one that suits you this season!