johnieheel Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 Is height important to you or style? To me , height never really mattered. I can walk in 5" heels with no problem. I prefer 4" for all day but as long as it's 3" or up, it doesn't matter if the style suits me. Also rather it be a stiletto, block, or stacked heel does not matter also. It's the look of the shoe for me. I do have a few 5 3/4" and up that I wear in house for fun. real men wear heels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Shoe Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 It's the overall design that does it for me. I can even wear flats if they look and feel good. Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Loveshiheels Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 A heel height of 5",with a stiletto heel, like the look the of the shoe and must fit well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhs Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 Style and height for me. I like the stiletto heeled pump, semi rounded nose. I can manage heels up to 10 cm (measured at the front of the heel) for a short time; 7,5 to 8 cm would be ideal to live in/on. Greetings Hans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 well, to me it always style (like platforms, blade heels, etc) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Histiletto Posted October 19, 2007 Share Posted October 19, 2007 Definitely style has to take the lead here. If the look repells your senses, it doesn't matter how high the heels, flat or to the sky. One of the examples is what a lot of the designer do with the placement of the heels on their shoes in today's market. I can't stand high heels, or any heel for that matter, that looks like the purpose for being on or with the shoe is to support the heel counter. The heel is so far to the rear of the shoe, my perceived illusion is that the heel is slipping out from under the foot and isn't really supporting the wearer's heel, arch, or instep of the foot. This type of pump construction drives me up a wall. Blade and stiletto heels are commonly used in this effect. Although I have seen chunky heels so far back, there is about a quarter inch of heel sticking out the rear of the shoe before the shoe construction actually begins. It is a deplorable sight and somebody must have wanted quantity instead of quality and didn't take the time and adjustment needed to attach the heel correctly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iloveboots Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Definitely style is the important factor. "Dress For Your Own Pleasure" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heel-Lover Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 For me it is the style first. This must include the shape/cut of the shoe, the colour and fabric the shoe is made of. The height is secondary but I am finding I prefer flatties or heels in the 5-6inch height. Nothing in-between other that really short kitten heels (as in basically flat). I always opt for a stiletto heel because I have personally found these to be the most comfortable over time. I won't buy any other heel style than a stiletto shape. Heel-Lover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandalFan Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Height, definitely. They can look sexy as hell, style-wise, but if they're on anything less than a 4" stiletto, no, thanks. "Basic instincts, social life... Paradoxes side by side... Don't submit to stupid rules... Be yourself and not a fool... Don't accept average habits... Open your heart and push the limits..." - Enigma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rxrenesis Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Style is an important factor for me. If the shoe fits BUY IT http://s10.photobucket.com/albums/a145/rxrenesis/Shoe%20Shots/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffB Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 I'm all for style as well. For me, there's nothing more stylish than a simple, unadorned pump with fashionably high heel, say three to four inches and a moderately pointed toe, like in my avatar pic. Nothing makes my heart race more than that! I don't want to LOOK like a woman, I just want to DRESS like a woman! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Style, duh. Who cares if it has a high heel or not. Although shoes with higher heels tend to be more stylish (on my scale). But beyond 4" the returns are diminishing to turn around over 4 1/2. I often prefer 3" over 5". Even if I don't have to wear them. What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadkatz Posted October 20, 2007 Share Posted October 20, 2007 Height, definitely. Unless the shoe just looks wack, I generally like anything with a super high heel. Because I wear a large/wide size, I am limited to what I can wear. I would get a pair of 6" stilettos if I could find a pair I fit. I enjoy the feeling from wearing shoes that impose their will on me. That, and the feeling of confinement from having to take short, careful steps. Wonderful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yujie Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 Both for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoverfly Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 First hight, 3.5" to 4.5" and then stile. However I been known to buy flats and 3" heels. Hello,  my name is Hoverfly. I’m a high heel addict…. Weeeeeeeeeee!  👠1998 to 2022! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyFeat Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 It's all about style! Tonight I wore a pair of Steve Madden pattent leather Mary Janes, with only a 2 1/2 inch heel and round toe. Because I was wearing jeans, the toe style got more attention than the heel ever would have. In fact, the styles I choose seldom have a heel over 4 inches. Style is built from the ground up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titou27 Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 I have to reply : both 1st: Style as I doesn't like platforms and prefer stilettos 2nd: Height as for me less than 4" is not shoes with heels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjveritas Posted October 21, 2007 Share Posted October 21, 2007 For me style comes first then height. Eventhough the heel height is very important. Since I only like heels from 3 inches to 5 inches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heellovr79 Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 I did vote for height. Although style is a factor, the height is the main focus of mine. If the shoe isn't at least 5" tall, I won't buy the shoe. Black patent, open toed high heels are the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flavio Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Style for me. But it's amazing that the height usually enhances style a lot! Flavio - Brazilian heel lover, now in France. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balletboot2000 Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Height is the main factor for me, but they've got to look reasonable aswell I love the feel of that ultimate lift! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris100575 Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Style definitely. I have very few pairs higher than 4.5" because that's where mainstream fashion boots seem to top out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoe_Diva Posted October 22, 2007 Share Posted October 22, 2007 Height is important buy style is also a factor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tallguyinheels Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 With me and the size requirements - the height choice is limited by the style I prefer - a lace-up or boot upper. no toe cleavage for me. I'm not as interested in wearing a feminine shoe as one that has a decent heel height and looks nice under a pair of slacks or long blue jeans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoyLegs Posted October 25, 2007 Share Posted October 25, 2007 Style first, but height helps. I have shoes I like in all different heel heights, but there are some shoes I would never wear no matter how high the heels were. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianbeaver17 Posted October 26, 2007 Share Posted October 26, 2007 I voted to style. I just love the way a sexy shoes looks on me. It doesn't have to be a 6" heel for it to turn heads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lotsofheels Posted October 26, 2007 Share Posted October 26, 2007 I voted for style because it's important to me to be able to wear my shoes out in public. Yes, I can manage to walk in 6 inch stillettoes now that I've been practicing for a year, and I do enjoy wearing them around the house, but I would never venture out in public in anything over a 5 inch heel and it would have to be a boot with a heel that was over 3/4 inches thick at the bottom so as not to look too feminine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagman Posted November 2, 2007 Share Posted November 2, 2007 Mmmmm... I would love to say height but two things force me to say style: There are occasions in public where height would be inapropiate. So lower heels and a style to suit the occasian. Unfortunately being > 100kg (I'm dieting OK!!) I would destroy a stilletoe heels in 2 hours and metal heels are too dangerous on marble tiles in shopping malls So what's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diana High Heels Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Height for me, most shoes with a 5" plus heel look superb and are never ungainly unless there is a huge platform. I prefer shoes with a 6" heel for daily wear and 7" to ballet boots for fun. Pointed or rounded toe matters not, its the heel height and preferably stilletoe. My average heel height is 61\2" on size 9 feet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiheellover23 Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 For me I would say that I'm all about height and style second. Can't knock the people that are into 3 inch heels but in my opinion those are considered cowboy boots to me.(not sure if I'm rambling lol!!!!) I just would love to see mouths drop while watching me in my platforms!!! Take care What ya see is what ya get no more or less!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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