Stilettos: The queen of high-heels, stilettos might be a little difficult to walk in but add an elegance unparalleled by any other shoe. The stiletto — literally meaning a small, metal dagger — can range from two to 10 inches and make you stand tall in a large crowd. And the best part is that a smoking pair of stilettos can transform even the most boring outfit into something to die for. A word of warning though: make sure the height of the heel is comfortable enough for you to walk in lest you trip!
Where to wear? Evening parties and semi-formal to formal events
Where to get? Servis Shoes, starting from Rs 1,499.
Kittens: Despite many new trends in the footwear industry, kitten heels have never gone out of fashion. These traditional-looking shoes were first introduced as ‘trainer heels’ for girls. The style was then popularised during the 1950s by the late Audrey Hepburn, a style icon of her era. At just about two inches high, kitten heels are the ideal mix of comfort and elegance and can be worn by girls and women alike. Kitten heels are also easily adaptable — they look as stylish in the boardroom as on the dance floor.
Where to wear? Casual lunches, tea parties or other day-time outings. You can also wear them to work.
Where to get? Lace Up, worth Rs 2,295.
Boots: Boots are the most versatile type of shoes. Ankle-length, cowboy style, concealed-heal, above-the-knee and Uggs are just some of the many types of boots available in the market today. By design, boots combine heels and flat shoes, meaning you can find boots with stiletto heels, wedge heels or no heel at all. Not only can they be worn throughout the year and add a few inches to your height but knee-high boots also give a perfect fit around your shin which makes you appear slimmer. Remember to match the colour of your boots with your top, purse or scarf to give your outfit a complete look!
Where to wear? Boots are good to go for just about any gathering, except official ones.
Where to get? Next, starting from approximately Rs. 3,000.
Wedges: Casual, chic and the rulers of summer footwear, wedges are flat on the top to make it easy to for you to walk in. The wide, flat sole distributes your weight across the shoe and affords good posture and balance. Wedges are designed to give more arch support and are ideal for a newbie heel-wearer or those with knee, back or ankle problems.
Where to wear? Wedges look great with pants, shoes and shalwar-kameez so they can be worn with any type of outfit, be it formal or casual.
Where to get? Bata (Marie Claire), worth Rs 2,999.
Pumps and platforms heels: These must-have shoes are rounded at the front and heeled at the bottom, making them a mix of stilettos and ballerina-pumps. The round shape of the heel helps elevate your foot and make the shoe easy to walk in.
Where to wear? These shoes look great with skinny or straight-fitted pants so they can be worn to both formal events and casual gatherings.
Where to get? Metro Shoes for Rs 2,395 or Insignia worth Rs 8,900.
Published in The Express Tribune, Ms T, October 19th, 2014.
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