Greetings to dear readers of my site "Take note of the family!" Yes, yes, it is the readers, since my today's article is devoted specifically to the female representatives, and specifically to the height of the heel of women's shoes. Do you know what the correct heel height should be, both in terms of proportionality and in terms of medicine, so as not to harm your health? Let's talk a little about this.

It is believed that a woman looks more attractive if heels, especially stilettos, are worn on her feet. These legs attract the views of the opposite sex.

And women themselves often wear high-heeled shoes in order to increase their own self-esteem.

At the same time, in recent times very often you can find women, and especially young girls, who wear flat shoes without any heels.


And what about the theory of proportionality, comfort and health safety? What do orthopedists advise? What is the ideal heel height?

Let's start with the theory of proportionality. According to her, the ideal heel height that is right for you is calculated using a special formula:

Ideal. heel height = (R: D - 1.61) x 10

P is your height in centimeters;

D - leg length in cm;

1.61 is the ratio of the ideal ratio of height to leg length;

The resulting figure will mean the most correct and harmonious heel height in centimeters for you in terms of proportionality.

For example, my height is 170 cm.

Leg length - 93 cm.

1) 170: 93 = 1,828

2) 1,828 - 1,61 = 0, 218

3) 0.218 x 10 = 2.18 cm

Thus, for me the most correct heel height would be 2 cm 18 mm.

In this formula important point is the calculation of the length of the legs.

Ask someone to help you and prepare a measuring tape.

Stand straight on the floor with bare feet. Leg length is measured from the protruding tubercle of the femur, which is opposite hip joint, to the floor.

Measure the length of both legs just in case. Sometimes they differ slightly. Moreover, you may not even notice a difference of 1-2 cm.

Surely you want to compare the results you get with those considered ideal. Just in case, I will give you a sign:

As you can see, the physique is considered ideal when the length of the legs is slightly more than half the height. These figures are relevant for women. For men, the correct proportions are slightly different.

So, we have decided on the proportionality. Now let's see what doctors say about this.

Talking about correct height heel, we, of course, mean shoes for everyday wear. So, doctors believe that the most correct is a heel height of 2-4 cm.

A higher heel over time can lead to various diseases of the joints, veins and spine. High heels provoke swelling, "bumps", calluses.

A flat sole is no less harmful. Recently, it has become very popular, and doctors have noticed that more patients are seeking medical help with foot problems, and they preferred to wear shoes without heels. In such shoes, the foot constantly slides into the inner part, tendons are stretched, pains appear in the fingers and toes. Therefore, a small heel is essential!

The platform is also harmful, even if its height is correct. The constant wearing of shoes on a platform leads to flat feet, since in such shoes the muscles of the feet practically stop working.

Until recently, all over the world, a heel height of 5 cm was considered safe, and American scientists, after conducting research, came to the conclusion that such a heel height does not contribute to the preservation of health, and correct heel should be 2 times lower, namely 2.5 cm.

Orthopedists have also developed their own formula for the most useful heel:

Correct heel height = Foot length: 7

For example, my foot length is 24 cm.

24: 7 = 3.4 cm

From the point of view of orthopedists, the most convenient, comfortable and safe heel for me will be 3.4 cm. Shoes with this heel height will protect my legs from fatigue and help my feet when walking.

Once again, I want to emphasize that all these calculations apply to everyday shoes. By special cases You can wear high-heeled shoes, but it is advisable not to wear them for more than 4 hours in a row.

And shoes with a heel height of more than 11 cm are generally better not to purchase. In addition, not everyone knows how to walk beautifully in such a heel.


On the example of Cinderella, we learned that, in particular, the success of a woman depends on shoes. Today, carriages are not in vogue, there are no fairies, but women's shoes with high and not very high heels are striking in their variety.

Looking at how girls easily walk in high heels, causing admiration and pleasing the eye, it seems as if these shoes are really very comfortable. Of course, one can argue with this, but still - such shoes can be made comfortable by her right choice.

Good shoes have a verified center of gravity, correct weight, rounded soles, and correct rounded toes. It is impossible to clearly define the parameters of each characteristic, since for the most part they depend on the individual characteristics of the woman's foot. As a rule, other factors, such as foot size in cm, gait, posture, height-to-weight ratio, and where our center of gravity is located, have a greater influence on how comfortable we are in a particular shoe. Taking into account all these indicators will help to understand what should be the shoes with heels and, most importantly, will help to determine the boundary of its height.

How to choose the right high-heeled shoes

There are several rules, adhering to which you can determine whether the chosen model is suitable for your foot, how high-quality the shoes are, and guess how long a pair will serve you. What are these rules?
First, pay attention to the sole: if it is shiny and smooth in appearance - discard the pair, because the sole has little contact with the surface, which will cause it to slip. It can be unsafe to wear these shoes.

Second, pay attention to weight. The weight of good shoes with a heel or platform will differ significantly from a low-quality fake. The "right" shoes, even though they look massive, will be lightweight. To make sure that you do not have to carry extra weight, it is enough to stand in the shoes with the raised leg for ten seconds. Listen to your inner feelings: if it is still easy for you - the shoes suit you, if it became difficult - keep looking. If you do not feel any inconvenience after the procedure, go through the store. Has your gait changed and not for the best? Did you start shuffling and stuff like that? Then this model is not for you.

Thirdly, the height of the heel. On the one hand, the better - visually it makes the figure slimmer. But on the other hand, the higher, the worse - the likelihood of stumbling or even falling increases. To prevent this from happening, carefully examine the selected pair. As a rule, shoes with very high heels also have a platform to make the shoe more comfortable and practical. But often the height of the pad does not correspond to the height of the platform, which entails not the most good consequences... Ideally, the difference between platform and heel should be 5-7 cm. But this combination is quite rare. The platform itself also has its own characteristics: the bow can be raised or be flush with the rest. A very high heel does not work well with a flat sole, which can make your gait feel awkward, especially when your feet are tired.

Fourthly, there is such a factor as stability. To boldly wear a heel of any height, a woman must have a correctly located center of gravity, good posture and a sufficient gait. physical fitness and even stretching. If you have problems with any of the above, you should look for a limit on the heel height.

It is also important to take into account the ratio of the woman's height and weight, the presence of any diseases of the joints of the legs or spine, and some other individual factors.

Foot size in cm and heel

Often we are faced with the measurement of shoes in centimeters, but how many people know how the length of the foot relates to How much is 36 foot size in cm? There is a certain pattern that we can easily find in the tables. According to them, every half a centimeter is added half a size: for example, 37 foot size in cm will be 23.5, and 24 cm is, respectively, 37.5 and so on.

But this is not the only correspondence you need to be aware of - there is also a pattern between shoe size and heel height. So, if you buy shoes with heels of 5-9 cm, then choose them half a size larger. If the heel is 10-15 cm high, you need to take a pair one size larger. If it is higher than 16 cm - 1.5 more. Thus, if your foot is 38 and you are choosing shoes with 12 cm heels, buy a model in size 39.

Correctly selected shoes will certainly become a comfortable and practical decoration for your feet.

Greetings, my dears! I think everyone knows how shoes can drastically change an outfit. Regular jeans and a T-shirt become chic and stylish when worn with bright and original shoes. And for short girls, heels are our everything. However, these are the most uncomfortable shoes, especially if you walk in them all day. In this article, I'll show you how to choose a comfortable heel: the right height to make your shoes as comfortable as possible. Well, of course I’ll tell you what to combine shoes with different heel heights to look stylish and interesting!

Of course, trying to find the same pair that will be as comfortable and comfortable as house slippers is completely useless. But the pain after wearing the shoes also appears for a reason. She says that the height is not chosen correctly. And flat shoes can be no less harmful than tall stilettos. I suppose many people noticed that in some shoes you can run at least all day, while in others - your legs fall off after half an hour?

Why are some heels more comfortable than others?

The thing is that our foot has a natural angle of ascent, so according to it, each girl has her own ideal heel height. You can define it yourself. Walk around the house without shoes and stand on tiptoe. Which is more convenient for you: walking directly on your toes or on the balls of your feet? It is this size that will be comfortable for you.

It also affects the mobility of your ankles, which depends on the size of the cavity between the ankle and heel (sinuses of the tarsus). In this place is the interosseous ligament. Therefore, those who have these ligaments are less mobile feel better in flat-soled shoes, and accordingly, those who have them are more mobile easily walk on stiletto heels.

How to determine the height of the heel?


So, here is a simple instruction on how to choose the right heel. I'll tell you right away that you need an assistant. So rather call your friends, sisters, mom, especially since they will also need it (a reason for a bachelorette party!).

The position of the foot, in which the leg already needs to relax, will help to determine.

  1. Take off your shoes and sit upright in a chair. The seat should be level and your feet should be on the floor at a 90 degree angle. Back straight. You should be comfortable.
  2. Extend one leg in front of you in a straight line, while the other remains in its original position.
  3. Now relax your foot and ankle on the extended leg. You will see how the foot will go back a little, that is, this height is comfortable for you. Or perhaps the whole foot will straighten, which means that you will have comfortable flat-soled shoes.
  4. Take a measuring tape and carefully measure the distance from the edge of your heel to the tip of your thumb (keep the tape parallel to the floor). Then draw a mental line perpendicularly from the ball of the foot to the tape. That number of centimeters on the tape will ultimately be your ideal height.

Little secrets


To avoid various deformations and problems with the feet, for example, curvatures, bursitis, calluses, etc., knowing the ideal height is not enough. It is important that the toe of the shoe is loose enough so that it does not press or pinch. Often this part is very narrow, which leads to the development of various diseases of the feet.

Plus, you shouldn't lose your balance and feel uncomfortable. There should be no tension in the legs so as not to fall. The heel should be positioned closer to the front of the foot to support the ankle.

A narrow instep at the shoes will help relieve stress and strain on your toes. Thus, they will support the arch of the foot, preventing it from sliding down and causing pain.

Summarizing all of the above, when choosing shoes, consider:

  1. Choose a well-constructed pair that will support the arch of your foot.
  2. There should be enough room in the toes for your toes, so it is very important to choose the right size for your heels.
  3. With your chosen pair of shoes, you shouldn't lose balance.
  4. So it turns out that good shoes cannot be cheap. Finally, remember that unlike shoes, you have only one feet and cannot be replaced or discarded. Therefore, take care of your legs.

which heel to choose?


  • Heel 2- 4 cm

This height is comfortable the greatest number of people. It raises a little, the leg is comfortable, there is support for the foot, but there are no problems with maintaining balance. In addition, kitten heel looks very cute and feminine, especially when paired with a retro look. Some low-heeled shoes look great with different ankle embellishments.

  • 5-6 cm heel

In this case, you have both stability and height. Looks more flirtatious than short ones, but at the same time chaste. Mid heels look great with an open toe, tapered heel, ankle and heel straps. Such shoes will be appropriate in the office and at an informal party.

  • 7-9 cm heel

Suitable for almost any occasion: from the office to going out on the red carpet. If this is your ideal height, then you are lucky. It is suitable for light and relaxed wedges and elegant boats.

If a little too high for you, then wear such shoes for a short time and at events where you will mostly sit.

  • 10-11 cm heel

This height is both chic and absurd at the same time due to the unnatural bending of the foot. In such shoes, it is easy to create the image of a fatal seductress, just let there be enough room for your toes in the toe or choose models with an open toe. But mules and other models that do not support the arch of the foot should be discarded, otherwise, you risk breaking not only your legs, but also your neck.

  • Heel 12cm and up

These shoes should be avoided altogether. In it, the legs are in an unnatural position, and there is no balance and stability. These heels look just absurd, crazy and ridiculous. They will not add either femininity or elegance, but a whole bunch of foot injuries and diseases are guaranteed to you. Take care of your legs.

  • Platform

If you cannot live without extremely high shoes, then the best solution will become a platform. On a 3.4 cm platform, a 12 cm heel will feel like an 8-9 cm heel, which is more comfortable and stable.

On the other hand, a wrong platform can make you unstable and your legs will twist. So this is just trial and error. You need to try on your shoes until you find a pair in which you can easily maintain balance and your feet will not give way.

Another pitfall


The fact is that in heels the gait is much slower, so in the long term, knees and ligaments in these places begin to injure. So if you don't wear heels every day and alternate them with flat heels, then you should be fine. But if there are any problems with the knee joints, be careful.

By the way, if you have not read it yet, then look at my articles "" and "". There is a lot of useful information!

This concludes my post. Find your ideal height and only wear comfortable shoes. Your legs should be perfect. Do not forget to subscribe to updates, share links and discuss with your friends on social networks.

Kisses to all! See you later.

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Oddly enough, initially men used the heel on shoes. The riders were held in the stirrups with this simple detail. Later, both men and women wore stiletto heels to avoid getting stuck in the mud. And only after a lapse of several hundred years, the heel turned into an attribute of ladies' shoes and a symbol of femininity and grace.

Of course, platform shoes make the look more sophisticated.

What should be the height of the stud, is it reasonable to wear high heels? Let's try to find out.

Do you need a heel at all?

Women and girls of different ages High-heeled shoes are often chosen and worn. But not everyone knows that the wrong choice of height and shape of this shoe part can lead to serious diseases of the legs and spine.



High shoes can be the culprit of serious diseases: photo

Doctors' opinions

If in shoes designed for every day, the heel is too narrow, then the load on the foot will be unevenly distributed. As a result, there will be rapid leg fatigue and even vein problems.

  1. Doctors insist that a comfortable heel height should be 4 cm. Shoes exceeding this height can lead to tendon sprains.
  2. Podiatrists have even invented special formulas to calculate the correct size of the back of the shoe based on the height and length of the woman's foot.
  • The length (in centimeters) of the foot must be divided by 7.

Another more complex formula also calculates the appropriate height:

  • The woman's height (cm) should be divided by the leg length from the beginning of the thigh to the floor in centimeters. After that, it is necessary to subtract 1.61 from the result and multiply the resulting number by 10.



Put on the optimal size of the hairpin, and you will not have to suffer

  • When you choose summer shoes or sandals with an open heel, you should pay attention to the model's nose - it should hold the foot well. The closed toe in such high-heeled models unambiguously lengthens the feet of the owner of the shoe.
  • When buying open-toed sandals, you need to choose a model in such a way that thumb did not touch the toe of sandals.
  • It is advisable not to be in high-heeled shoes all day. During the day, you need to change your shoes several times.



Rest your feet during the day - swap out very high heels for more comfortable shoes

  • Make sure that the stud is stable, no matter if it is high or low.
  • It can also be helpful to wear soft insoles to reduce pressure on your knees.

Finally



The instruction is as follows: high heels - you can buy and wear, but sometimes not for long

The conclusions and recommendations written above do not mean at all that it is necessary to completely abandon shoes with heels. Science has proven that absolutely flat shoes, for example, ballet flats or sneakers, cause no less damage to health than wearing large heels.

If you wear shoes without a heel for a long time, flat feet develop. The safest and even most useful height will be from 3 to 5 cm. Well, for special events or special meetings and dates, you can afford a heel and the highest shoes.

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