I've read, as well as overheard, many a woman emphatically state that she is strictly a high heels wearer. Actually a good friend of mine falls into that category....she prides herself on being able to do a quick sprint when absolutely necessary. I think that many of us don't feel "dressed up" unless we have on our favorite high heels. Some of us love that "sexy vibe" along with the extra height that a good heel provides. A tall lean look with the semblance of good posture.
In addition, a lower heel (in some circles) is often associated with women of a certain age....after all, who doesn't want to appear fresh, hip, and happening! Now, in defense of lower heels, I personally love them! My thought is, if one wants to appear "dressed up" when wearing a lower heel, choose one which is itself dressy. Nine West's "Otay" is a perfect example....this particular shoe would work well as a bridal shoe or any black-tie event.
My preference is a nice sling with a kitten heel. I recently ordered Duro Olowu's version for JCP, which is the last pair on this page. Black satin with rhinestone embellishment....I consider it one of the best in the low-heeled shoe category....on the "low end" (price wise) that is. On the "high-end" side of things, I would go with Valentino and Manolo Blahnik. See what you think.
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| "Offdahook" |
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| "Qianna" |
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| "Otay" (Kirna Zabete at Nine West) |
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| Boutique 9 "Merista" (ninewest.com) |
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| Valentino |
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| Nicholas Kirkwood |
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| Jimmy Choo |
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| Jimmy Choo |
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| Miu Miu (net-a-porter.com) |
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| zara.com |
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| Valentino |
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| Valentino |
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| Manolo Blahnik |
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| Jimmy Choo |
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| Kors Michael Kors |
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| Giuseppe Zanotti |
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| Manolo Blahnik |
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| Jimmy Choo |
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| Rene Caovilla |
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| Bettye Muller |
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| Oscar de la Renta |
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| Manolo Blahnik |
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| Valentino |
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| Stella McCartney |
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| Christian Louboutin |
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| Manolo Blahnik |
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| Valentino |
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| Prada |
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| Kate Spade |
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| Kate Spade |
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| Rene Caovilla |
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| Duro Olowu for JCP; jcp.com |
