How Are Heels Supposed To Fit?

[Guest Deena]

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Just bought my first pair of pumps and I'm not sure if they are too big. Please tell me how they should fit on the back of your foot. Thanks!

[Guest ChloëC]

I think you said pumps, so the heel should be snug because it will give a little over time. My suggestion if they are a tiny bit too big would be to put some medium soft foam in the toe (where it can't be seen) so your feet are brought back in the shoe. If they're much bigger, a smaller size would be more appropriate if you can return or exchange.

Hugz

Chloë

[Guest Elizabeth K]

Yes - snug at the heel but not uncomfortable. Heels vary in design, a pump (closed shoe, not open toe) is like a regular shoe in fit except in the front part at the juncture of toes to the foot, upper side. If the shoe is too loose, your foot can slip forward and jamb your toes into the front of the shoe. So look for that. Also - arch support is tricky in heels. You really need that if you have a high under arch.

But heels are NOT designed for comfort, rather for style. Two hours is a long time walking or standing in even well fitting heels, and is about the normal maximum.. The trick is to sit when you can and partially slip them off, to take pressure off the toes. Also, standing on one leg for a bit will rest the other. There are inserts of different kinds you can buy.

Open toed heels, sling back, heeled sandals, all these have a slightly different fit. The height also affects the fit.

But the biggest factor may be the brand. See if you can find a brand that fits you best.

And like Dee Jay says - don't buy a tight pair of shoes and hope they will stretch.

I hope this helps

Lizzy

[Guest Ariel Mai]

Personally I buy my heels a little bit smaller like half a size so that my toe will still fit, and yeah it is uncomfortable, but I wear them for like a day and break them in. So that is all I do honestly. My friends have used tiny socks and shoved them into the front of the heel to make it fit there foot, and become more comfortable. It all just depends on how you want your heel. Umm I would strongly reccomend padding as Elizabeth said because yeah heels aren't met for walking in all day, and if you are get some comfort

Ariel

[Guest Christy.dancer]

Just so we're on the same page, "pumps" and "slingbacks" are two different shoes.... pumps have a closed heel, while slingbacks have an OPEN heel.... got it?

LOTS of girls buy pumps a half-size or so too big BECAUSE the heel can ride against your foot and cause a blister. Slingbacks don't have quite the same problem.

[Guest Deena]

Thanks! I returned them for a half size smaller. There was way too much room at the heel when I stood up and walking that way was next to impossible. I'm learning!