Platform and stiletto heels
What lady doesn't want to look taller, slimmer and sleeker? Any girl wants to emphasize the dignity of the figure and give charm and elegance to her appearance. High-heeled shoes do an excellent job with this task.
However, you cannot walk in such shoes for too long and often, as this harms the foot and spine. To avoid unpleasant consequences and look chic, modern designers provide ladies with a wide selection of sexy stiletto heels and platform shoes.
History
First, the platform appeared, and a little later, the heel. Royal nobles dressed up in shoes, to which special smooth boards were attached to be taller than their subjects. Then such high shoes seemed to people quite practical, because they could walk in mud and dust without fear of getting dirty. After a while, the solid platform was split and so the heel appeared.
Models
Louboutins
Daring and sexy louboutins get their name from the name of the famous designer Christian Louboutin. The name that has become familiar has long been applied not only to the brand's products, but also to all platform shoes with a stiletto heel.
Characteristic
Feminine Louboutins have a rather high platform, as well as an elegant thin heel. The toe is pointed and can be either closed or have a small cutout for the fingers.
Color solutions
The most striking and iconic are rightfully recognized black high-heeled stiletto heels and a platform with a deep red sole. Louboutins are made from high quality natural leather or suede material, with the addition of various decorative details.
Another rather popular and delicate color is beige, with a similar red sole. Some of these models have a breathable mesh tops.
Tractor sole models
The high tractor outsole, complemented by a stable square heel, is at the height of popularity. In such comfortable shoes, the girl looks taller and slimmer. The correct ratio of heel to platform height gives a lot of pleasant sensations while walking and does not allow feelings of tightness and fatigue.
One of the most popular today are youth shoes with tractor soles, which have a contrasting combination of black and white. Monochromatic models of classic colors are in no less demand. Also among modern youth, sandals on an aggressive corrugated platform, painted in white, black, pink or mint, are very popular.
Model Mary Jane and her merits
Flirty models of shoes called Mary Jane are equipped with wide straps with buckles at the instep. The toe is usually rounded. Not all shoes of this type have a stiletto heel and platform. Mary Jane shoes can have a standard flat sole and a small heel.
Stylish Mary Jane shoes with flirty stiletto heels are a great choice for mobile and active women. A secure platform with excellent support for the foot ensures a comfortable fit and prevents fatigue. This model of shoes will ideally fit not only into a strict business, but also a familiar everyday style of clothing.
Brands
Ultra-fashionable and comfortable high-heeled and platform shoes are produced by such well-known brands as:
- Christian Louboutin;
- Giuseppe Zanotti;
- Sergio Rossi;
- T. Taccardi;
- Arfama.
Business image
Stylish shoes with graceful stiletto heels and platform fit perfectly into a strict business look. Louboutins or Mary Jane models will look especially harmonious with office jackets, skirts and trousers.
For business suits or strict combinations, it is better to choose shoes of neutral classic colors without large decorative details. The stylish look will be emphasized by chic shoes in black, cream, coffee or gray.
Festive outfit
It is better to complement unique festive outfits with spectacular louboutins. With cocktail, straight, fluffy or tight-fitting dresses, shoes decorated with various shiny and sparkling inserts will be in harmony. A graceful stiletto heel and a secure platform will visually make the fashionista taller and slimmer, which will allow her to look amazing at any event.
Casual style
A casual look can be complemented by any models of platform shoes with stiletto heels. However, it is worth paying special attention to shoes and sandals with tractor soles, which can be combined with many sets of clothes. Such shoes are in harmony not only with jeans, shorts and sweaters in an urban style, but also with light delicate skirts and sundresses.
How are high heels and platform shoes decorated?
The modern market for stylish women's shoes is replete with bright and unusual models of shoes decorated with decorative details, such as:
- textile or leather bows on the toe or heel;
- metallized and plastic spikes on the heel or the entire surface of the shoe;
- large colored stones on the toe;
- rhinestones;
- lace inserts along the sides;
- floral appliques;
- ankle straps decorated with miniature charms;
- metallized toe or ankle frames with imitation of gold and silver.