Not everyone knows that heels were originally invented for men. They helped the stronger sex to keep the leg in the stirrup while riding a horse. Now women wear them in order to appear slimmer and taller. This article will focus on the types of heels. Information on how to choose the right height so that the leg does not suffer will also be useful. To do this, you need to know the types of heels and their names.
Viennese heel
This is the smallest known type of heel. Its size does not exceed two centimeters. With a Viennese heel, ballet flats are often made. It also looks good on boots and boots.
The heel was invented in Vienna in the middle of the 19th century. Then in the spring (during Maslenitsa) they gave a huge number of balls. The ladies wanted to visit everyone, but their legs hurt terribly from the daily dances in heels, which were an indispensable attribute in ladies' clothes. For the Viennese balls, such a small, purely symbolicheel.
Brick heel
The size of the brick is 2-4 cm. It has a square shape, which makes it very stable. This heel is more common on shoes of the stronger sex, but manufacturers sometimes use it in models of shoes for ladies. This is a practical option for those who are on their feet all day.
Wedge heel
The heel resembles an inverted triangular prism. This shape of the heel visually slims and makes the legs longer. Wedge heel shoes look great with dresses, skirts, and trousers.
Cowboy heel
A low heel with a slanted back. It is most often seen on cowboy boots, which are very popular today. These shoes are worn with light chiffon dresses, jeans, knitted cardigans and shorts.
Cone heel
About the shape of the heel says its name, it can be of any height. A thin tapered heel is a great companion for flowy feminine dresses.
Pink heel
The height of this heel most often does not exceed 7 cm. In shape, it has a wide base and a narrow end (like the stem of a glass). Although the heel is small, it is not included in the ranks of comfortable ones. He is preferred by girls taller than average. It is small, but at the same time thin and resembles a hairpin.
Next, we will talk about the types of high heels.
Column heel
Among the different types of heels for women's shoes, this one is considered one of the most comfortable. His highvaries from 5 cm to 20 cm. Shoes with this heel are ideal for everyday wear.
Wedge heel
It is a solid sole with an instep. Its height can vary from 5 to 20 cm. There are even higher models, but it is difficult to walk on them. Walking in wedge shoes is comfortable, so they are very popular, especially in summer. These shoes look great with dresses of different lengths, shorts, overalls, skinny pants and jeans.
Stiletto heels
The average height of this heel is 8 cm. Its maximum height can reach up to 20 cm. Models of stiletto heels, as a rule, are also equipped with a platform at the base of the foot. Every self-respecting woman should have a pair of stiletto pumps.
Scalloped heel
Shoes with this type of heel are a catwalk option designed to outrageous. Wearing such products in everyday life is almost impossible. These shoes are stage shoes.
Types of women's high heel shoes
The main in the realm of women's shoes are pumps. It turns out that the world's most popular women's shoes are not even 70 years old. It was created by fashion designer Roger Vivier in 1955.
Boots were originally servants' shoes. They had no heels and were just nondescript round-toed shoes with no embellishments. The French fashion designer has designed a prototype of modern pumps with a pointed toe and thin heels.
Boots
Pump slingback. These are boats with the deepest and rounded neckline. These shoes look very sexy.
Pump peep-toe. High-heeled open toe shoes. A cute playful model that is more suitable for walking around the city, dates than for a work environment. Most often, ladies are tormented by the question of whether it is worth wearing tights with such boats? Stylists suggest wearing special tights with open fingers with this model.
D'Orsay. Model with open sides. Elegant shoes that make the legs visually slimmer. This type of boat is especially relevant in the summer at events with a strict dress code. This is the case when you can’t wear sandals, but it’s hot in ordinary shoes. The D'Orsay model looks good with classic and casual clothes. Such shoes do not tolerate frankly sports and beachwear.
Pigalle. Christian Louboutin Pigalle are legendary shoes that are a prime example of the Pigalle model. The model has an elegant curved last and a 12 cm high stiletto heel.
Women have different attitudes towards this block. Some complain that it is impossible to walk in them for more than half an hour, others do not mind running cross-country in them. In any case, this is an option when the sacrifice for the sake of beauty is fully justified.
The iconic model is available in different variations. The most popular models are black, beige, white and red. The brand also produces pumps in bright colors and evenneon colors. There are products decorated with spikes, rhinestones, prints, ornaments.
Star ladies are ardent admirers of Louboutin Pigalle. Among them are Victoria Beckham, Rihanna, Kim Kardashian.
Louboutins captivate with their versatility, they can be worn both with ripped jeans and with the most chic dress at the Oscar ceremony. In any situation, a lady in such shoes feels 100%.
High-heeled pumps. What to choose?
Even if you don't wear high heels every day, you should have at least one cherished and versatile pair of stilettos in your wardrobe. Fashionistas believe that there cannot be many pairs of such shoes!
Classic Black
Can't decide on the color of your shoes? Stop your choice on black. It is versatile and will not go out of fashion for decades.
Metallic bright colors
You need to choose your wardrobe more carefully for this type of shoes. Do not wear anything else shiny, because you will look like a gypsy.
Nude
This is the most stylish and noble option that can be worn "both in a feast and in the world." Even a very high heel does not look so defiant on shoes of this shade.
Burgundy color
This is an active color that looks good in an informal setting. If you have planned negotiations with business partners in a restaurant, then a cocktail dress and burgundy pumps are the best choice.
Summer candy colors
In these shoes you will definitely not get lost in the crowd. Pink,blue, yellow, light green - shades of youth, freshness, playfulness and good mood. Such a couple will be very relevant on a romantic date.
Colorful geometric prints
These shoes look great with a plain outfit. Try to look for jewelry to match the pair you like, and you will pass for a real fashionista.
Snake Skin
Unlike animal, "snakeskin" is a more muted color option. The texture of the reptile skin can be barely visible on the product, and yet add zest to the image.
Perfect height
A few rules to follow when choosing a heel height:
- It is better for girls of small stature to give preference to a heel no higher than 8 cm. Otherwise, the center of gravity shifts. As a result, when walking, they will fall forward ugly.
- If your legs are a bit overweight, then try to choose a model with a thin hairpin, but without any frills. Graceful heels always slim the leg, but you should not focus on them.
- It turns out, regardless of the types of heels of women's shoes, when buying shoes with a heel higher than 3 cm, you need to take a model half a size larger than yours. This is due to the fact that while walking, an additional load is placed on the thumb, and it moves forward.
