High Heels Love

High Heels Love

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"Keep your heels, head and standards high."
High heels, without a doubt, have historical roots as a male-centric creation. The New York Times credits high heels’ less than feminist upbringing all the way back to 15th century Persia. Male horse riders wore heels to “stand up and stabilize stirrups” for better shooting accuracy. As sports were a wealthy activity, high heels soon became associated with social status. In addition, men wore heels to gain extra height against their female counterparts to assert their sexual dominance. Louis XIV wore red heels, only worn by the royal court, that later translated to the ultimate status symbol, Christian Louboutins. Which brings us to this question: Why, as a feminist woman, would I subject myself to a patriarchal invention?
In the same article, The New York Times discusses sexism with art publicist Florie Hutchinson. Hutchinson shares the discomfort she felt when she typed “shoe” into her phone and the red heel emoji was the first to pop up. She refers to this as the “emoji that broke the camel’s back” and led her to submit a proposal to an emoji subcommittee, encouraging the inclusion of the “not seductive or sexualized flat.” While I appreciate the inclusion and suggestion of choice, at some degree the signification or symbolization of a heel being sexual reinforces the very objectification Hutchinson is fighting against.
Findings from a study by psychologists Paul Morris, Jenny White, Edward Morrison and Kayleigh Fisher from the University of Portsmouth in the UK indicate that the female walk is enhanced by heels and therefore is considered more attractive. The study suggests that women who wear heels on some conscious or subconscious level wear them to feel more attractive. And feeling attractive boosts self-confidence. However, whether it’s for fashion or sexuality, there should be no shame in that game.
Hutchinson suggests with her agenda that the act of wearing high heels is automatically for a sexualized purpose. But today, I feel that is an outdated viewpoint. I wear heels for confidence, pride and as a symbol of feminine power, and sometimes I wear them just to look sexy. I read Hutchinson’s initiative as somewhat shunning the idea of feminine sexuality and misses the opportunity to challenge the real issue, society’s view on female bodies and sexuality.
Heels or flats, women should feel free to make the choice without being susceptible to societal ridicule. Ultimately, I believe that is at the heart of Hutchinson’s emoji proposal. There is a negative connotation enforced for the female who wears heels. While its origin might have served a male purpose, today women have the power to shift that view. At the end of the day, women should wear what makes them feel the most them. Whether that’s comfort sneaks, Stilettos or slides, just do you!

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December 3rd 2015

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There they are. The black and beige pair with the tiny hole at the front for your perfectly pedicured toenails. The zipper on the side to hold your foot at a perfect angle. The stiletto to give your calf that slender, yet muscular bulge.
These are the best-of-the-best, my ultimate favorite, bought-at-a-bargain price, super steal, I-look-hot heels. And even if they pinch the sides of my feet, even if they rub against my pinky toe, even if I might get a tiny blister on the side heel—they are worth every minute.
Why, as women, do we love heels so much? Because with a simple pair we are transformed. We’re not just women. Suddenly we’re bada$$es with a purpose. We’re strong. We’re classy. We’re sophisticated. And we kick butt.
So here it is. Confessions of an avid high-heel wearer:
Yep, I’ll be honest. There’s a closet full of dresses and skirts, but I can’t freaking decide. I’ll keep pulling things off the hanger and holding them up to my chin, feeling blah, then getting annoyed that I have to re-hang them and start the struggle all over again.
Then I turn to the shoes. What goes on your feet can make or break your outfit. And honestly, there’s nothing better than slipping into a fabulous pair of heels. So when I’m feeling stuck, I’ll grab a pair and work my wardrobe around my feet. Easy peasy.
We all have those ride-or-die heels. Mine’s the super tall, super black pair with the open toe and the ankle strap. Whenever I put them on, I feel like a gladiator or something. Like a queen who could overthrow the world with the kick of her foot. So when I need a confidence boost, you better believe those babies are on my feet.
Ahh, the sad truth about women who love heels. If your man’s too short to stand next to you in your three-to five-inch lifts, there’s a chance it might not work out. I don’t know about you, but I have to date a man who’s at least a few inches taller than I am, even in my tallest stilettos. There’s something about reaching down to kiss a guy that just doesn’t work for me. On the other hand, there’s something incredibly sexy about my man bending down to kiss me.
There are certain sacrifices to be made when you are an avid heel-wearing woman. That means beauty over pain on occasion (okay, maybe even a good amount of the time).
I have a shiny pair of black low-heels with a button strap that crosses over the front like a childhood Mary Jane. They’re adorable. And I’ve worn them since the eighth grade. I’m not kidding. They’re two sizes too small, but my foot can squeeze into them, with just a little pressure on the pinky and big toe. Reasonable, right?
I keep them around because they’re just so dang cute! And sometimes when you find a good pair of heels, you just keep them until they self-destruct.
Boyfriend heels are the pair you can’t really walk in, but they look too cute not to wear . So you grab your significant other’s arm, and he guides your boss walk. (Yes, you can still be a kick butt woman with a man on your arm). It’s an intimate thing, really. He’ll be your partner in crime as you both conquer your evening out.
My closet contains the open-toe heels, the extra high heels, the teacher-heels, the conservative heels, the casual heels, the edgy heels, the fancy-schmancy heels, and the wear-this-in-any-weather-heels.
The no-snow heels are the ones you have to worry about in the winter months. These are the ones with no-grip whatsoever. The heels that are about looks more than durability. No matter how perfectly they match with your tights and cocktail dress, do not—I repeat, do not—try to wear them out when Mother Nature isn’t on your side. It’s much better to wear the less-than-great heels than be a flopping fish on the ice. Trust me, I learned that the hard way.
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Men, do you wear women's heels at home or in public? And why do you like to wear heels? I am doing research for a blog on this topic and would like your honest response to this question.
Who loves wearing short skirts, nylons, and high heels?
I caught my boyfriend wearing my dresses and high-heel shoes. What should I do?
My daughter, who is ten years old, likes to put on my high heels once in a while. She claims he's fooling around and swears I shouldn't be worried, but I am. Should I be concerned? I am freaking out
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