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High heels are sexy. That’s a universal truth.
What isn’t sexy, however, is stumbling, wobbling and tripping over yourself while trying to look like hot stuff. You know what we’re talking about. We’ve all either seen that girl, or been that girl.
While heels are undoubtedly a must-have for every fashionista, you need to first master the skills to walk in them. If you’re still struggling in your sky-high pair, the following AMIClubWear video breaks down all the tips and tricks you need.
There are also a few things to keep in mind when buying your shoes. Victor Chu, a former New York footwear designer, also known as the ‘stiletto whisperer’ holds workshops to teach women how to perfect their strut. He shared a few pointers with Yahoo Shine that women should consider when picking out a pair of oh-so-sexy heels.
1. Cinderella Complex: You should neither force your feet into the shoe nor have any loose, open space. “A good fit means that it’s snug on your foot” says Chu, who stresses the importance of picking the right size and style. “If you have wobbling at the ankles or the fit is bad, go for more coverage around the foot like thicker straps instead of thin straps.”
2. The Sole Search: For much better stability, make sure the sole of the shoe is completely flat to the ground. If it tips over or wobbles, move on to something else.
“Avoid those shoes that have a ‘boat bottom,’ meaning it’s not completely flat to the surface of the floor,” advises Chu. They may be really cute shoes, but you won’t get much use out of them if they’re not built correctly.
3. Up and Ahead: Realistically you can’t know for sure if the shoes work until you try them out for a bit. As you’re breaking them in, try out a simple test: You should be aware of what’s ahead of you at least 1/3 of the way down the block as you walk down the street. Your instinct should be to look ahead, not down.
“If you’re looking down, this means your shoes don’t fit well. There shouldn’t be anything hurting or pinching,” says Chu. If there is, it might be a good indicator that it’s time to return the shoes.
Now that you’ve got these tips on your side, you can confidently strut your stuff just like the pros.
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