Apart from trainers for the gym & slippers around the house, I hate flat shoes. I’ve really tried to like them over the years and convince myself that I can pull them off. Or at least get used to wearing them. But in reality, they’re just not me.
I’m happiest in heels. They make me feel like I could take on the world. Like I can handle whatever is thrown at me. I feel confident, empowered and like I’ve got myself together. Even if I wake up feeling like crap, I put my heels (and lipstick) on and all is right again.
Plus, they make me taller. And at 5ft 1, I’m not going to say no to a few extra inches. As a petite gal, heels make me feel more authoritative, especially in work and amongst friends. Most people tower over me anyway but with high shoes, I feel slightly more level with everyone.
I don’t particularly mind being petite but sometimes it’s nice to be just that little bit taller. For example, they’re an absolute blessing in concerts. If I didn’t wear heels, I would be staring at the backs of peoples heads all night! I could never wear flats on a night out either. I just wouldn’t feel sassy!
Heels also change my posture. I stand straighter and strut into the room rather than plod along. You can hear me coming! They even make my legs look longer and leaner. I’ve also heard that they can tone your leg muscles. Yes please!
I feel frumpy and childish in flat shoes. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t think flat shoes are childish but they certainly make me feel that way. I get enough “You look SO young/I thought you were 16/Wow you’re tiny” comments as it is, so wearing flats wouldn’t help my case.
So that’s why I love heels. The higher, the better! Are you a flats or heels person?
I’m with you! I’ve never been able to rock the flats and ballet pump look! I love heels I think they are so elegant! Fab post x
Author
Thank you so much for reading Sharon! Bring on the heels.
Georgia x
I am quite tall but do love wearing heels! They definitely give you a little confidence boost!
Cass | CassandraMyee
Author
I completely agree! I feel so sassy when wearing a good pair of heels. Thank you for reading!
Georgia x
I used to wear a lot of heels but I’m definitely more of a flats girl now, I can’t wear heels at all now but they do look lovely & I often see heels that I think look lovely & wish I could wear xxxx
Author
Nothing wrong with that Zo! I bet you rock flats as much as heels. Thank you for reading!
Georgia x
I can’t wear heels as I’m really tall but I wish I could as they’re so much more flattering for the legs xx
Author
You’re lucky to be tall Gem! Being petite is great but some extra height wouldn’t go amiss. Thank you for reading.
Georgia x
I so wish I could wear heels but I’m useless in them. I’m strictly a flats and converse kind of girl.
Author
I’m sure you’re not that bad lovely! Converse are so comfortable though! Thank you so much for reading.
Georgia x
I am so tall, even though I love heels I always feel like the jolly green giant towering over everyone haha. Great post. Xx
Author
As much as I love being petite, I’d love to be tall sometimes! You’re very lucky! Thank you for reading.
Georgia x
I never wear heels because I’m 6ft and can’t be bothered x
Author
I don’t blame you Laura, I wouldn’t bother either! I’d love to be tall sometimes.
Georgia x
I definitely agree with confidence boost I get from wearing heels. I much prefer wearing heels too, but often go for a chunkier one in the time for easiness to walk in.
Kristy | http://www.thevioletblonde.com
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So glad you agree Kristy! Thank you for reading.
Georgia x
I am like a hippo on iceskates in heels, I just cannot even stand up without a maddle x
Author
Aw I’m sure you’re not that bad! Heels aren’t for everyone but I love them!
Georgia x
I wish I could wear heals but I spend most my life in trainers! X
Author
Trainers are so comfortable though! They’re pretty hard to resist.
Georgia x
I’m the polar opposite – I NEVER wear heels as I’m already 5’9 and I feel too tall with heels! I’m a trainer gal through and through x
Author
Ah that’s fair enough! You don’t need heels for height, I was I was lovely and tall like you. Rock those trainers girl.
Georgia x
I literally never wearing heels. I’m in uggs at winter n vans/converse any other time.
Author
Ah you can’t beat Converse at times! So comfortable.
Georgia x
I rarely get the opportunity to wear heels but that doesn’t stop me admiring all the pretty ones! I wish I could wear them more often x
Mapped Out Blog | Beauty & Fashion
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I’m sure you look fabulous in them G! Thank you for reading.
Georgia x
I just can;t get on with heels on a day to day! I just am a giant in them and my feet hate them!
Kenzie xx
Kenzie | LemonaidLies – Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle
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I totally understand, heels aren’t for everyone! I do wish I was tall enough without them.
Georgia x