It's no secret that all women are crazy about high-heeled shoes. These shoes help to make the posture smooth, legs slimmer, and a graceful walk. Heels help girls to “grow up” a little, to feel more confident.
But high-heeled shoes have their reverse side. With the constant wearing of such shoes, the load on the foot is unevenly distributed, and it falls on the toes, because of which the blood circulation is disturbed, the legs get tired and swell. There is no such woman who would not dream to take off high-heeled shoes at the end of the working day. Therefore, many girls refuse to wear high heels on a daily basis, preferring more comfortable models.
But what to do if you constantly want to surprise the gentlemen with their grace, and please yourself with high graceful shoes. To help modern fashionable women come shoes on the platform.
The platform has long been invented to increase growth. Originally it was used by artists in ancient Greece, so that the performance could be seen by all the spectators in the hall, including those who occupied the last rows. These shoes were called coturni and had a cork platform that gave the shoe lightness.
The Japanese also wore shoes on a high wooden platform throughout their long history. These shoes were heavy, so the gait was not free, but mincing. Such shoes were popular among both men and women.
In Europe, platform shoes were worn by grandees in order to rise above their subjects. In an effort to ascend higher, the platform was made 40-50 centimeters high, which practically made it impossible to move without help.
In the twentieth century, the platform was revived in the hippie era, as a symbol of rebellion and freedom. Well, this shape of the sole of a shoe has acquired a modern look, thanks to the efforts of famous fashion designers, who have created an excellent alternative to heels.
There are high heels, which oblige to withstand the severity of the female image. For example, studs in combination with a short skirt give the girl a loose look. The platform practically does not limit the choice of wardrobe. This may be evening dress, casual bow, and sports ensemble.
Varieties of women's shoes on the platform
Currently, there are several varieties of shoes on the platform. They differ in the height of the location of the platform, as well as the presence or absence of a heel.
- Wedge shoes
This is the leader among the shoes on the platform. The wedge differs from the platform by a high drop between the toe and the heel, forming a sort of slide. The wedge narrows from the heel to the bottom of the platform and may have a notch at the back. Wedge-heeled shoes are more graceful and elegant than on a solid platform. These shoes may have an extra strap around the ankle for better fixation on the leg.
Wedge-heeled shoes are perfect for evening wear, they look good in casual attire, for example, with narrow trousers or a light sundress.
- Shoes on a solid platform
Most often, a solid platform is used in sports models, but classic models are often accompanied by a platform of different thickness. The choice of the upper part of the shoes depends on the designer's idea.
A solid platform can be combined with a classic classic shoe, can complement the top, made in the style of oxford or derby low shoes. Loafers also look great on a platform of medium thickness. Top shoes can be both leather and textile.
To give such shoes femininity, fashion designers decorate shoes with various decorative elements: buttons, prints, buckles or beads.
In addition to the solid platform, there are varieties of shoes, where the platform is adjacent to the toe and heel. These models are very popular with lovers of high heels, as the presence of a thickened sole smooths the difference between the heel and toe, which makes the shoes much more comfortable.
- Labutins
These shoes are the dream of many modern girls. Coming to the world of shoes not so long ago, with the light hand of Christian Louboutin, this model quickly gained popularity around the world. Classical laputenes are closed black shoes on a very high thin heel with a hidden platform in the toe part. An obligatory element was the bright red sole, which was clearly visible when the girl stood.
Now they began to call any shoes of similar style irrespective of color.
- Mary jane
This model is named for the heroine from the English comics. It differs from other models of shoes with the obligatory presence of a strap on the rise of the foot for better fixation and a rounded toe.
These shoes are not always made on the platform, there are options on a thin sole. But tall models with a thick heel and a small platform in the toe part are more popular among women. Usually they are worn in combination with a business suit in offices.
- Ankle strap
These shoes are always very graceful and elegant due to the high heel and platform. But the special charm gives them a thin strap around the ankle. The heel in this model can be thin or thick. Shoes are great for evening wear.
- Tractor outsole
This is a very convenient model, a worthy alternative to the stud. Models look graceful and a little aggressive, but emphasize the fragility of the female legs.
It is best to wear shoes on a tractor platform with cropped narrow trousers, jeans, and also with a cropped coat or jacket.
Variants of images with shoes on the platform are almost endless, however, there are still some nuances.
For owners of slender legs and thin calf muscles, it is better to choose models with thinner wedges, a platform narrowed at the back, small patterns on the platform or additional decoration with straps and ribbons. These little tricks will help avoid visual weighting of the legs.
For magnificent women with full legs, it is necessary to select models that visually lengthen the legs and make the figure easier. A high wedge with thin soles, shoes with hidden soles with a thin heel.
Modern designers mainly represent classic collections of shoes on the platform and original non-trivial solutions.
Classic options are presented in a diverse range of fashionable shades, soft pastel colors and look very elegant and elegant.
Classic platform shoes are in demand in almost any situation. They are relevant to business and everyday ensembles.
Avant-garde models can not be described in two words, so amazing is the imagination of the authors of the collections. The latest trend was a platform made of transparent plastic, thanks to which the illusion of an image hovering above the ground is achieved.
On the catwalks this season, you can see platforms of exclusive sculptural work. All sorts of appliqués and décor give the shoe both a cheeky and immaculately feminine look.
The original decision was to decorate the shoes with voluminous bows around the ankle. This emphasizes the immaculately beautiful shape of the female legs.
