Prom Shoe Pain
Preventing Prom Shoe Pain
As spring time rolls around, thousands of high school students and parents are no doubt highly anticipating that big event of the year: Prom. Many girls look forward to this night as a huge event in their high school years and hope to fill it with lots of great memories. There are, of course, many logistical preparations to make, but finding the right pair of shoes is truly critical in making this night a success.
Prom shoes on average cost $50-80, although there are many discounts available and shoes to fit any budget. A big issue is finding the right compromise between style and comfort. Many girls want to find shoes that look great, but heels that are too high can be a simple cause for a ruined Prom. The standard heel heights are usually 2”, 3”, and 5”, but it’s strongly recommended that girls choose a heel height similar to what they’re used to wearing on a daily basis. Consider your date’s height and how much you intend to dance. Both should be important factors when choosing high-heeled shoes.
If you’re not comfortable with heels, basic flats or wedge shoes may be a good substitute. These should be chosen as an alternative to kicking off heels later in the evening because many gowns are hemmed to floor length, and going barefoot will cause the dress to drag along the ground. Therefore, it’s also a good idea to have the shoes available at your first dress fitting so as to minimize alteration costs by maintaining a consistent hemline.
Since our feet actually swell during the day, it’s a good idea to go shoe shopping in the afternoon or evening to find a pair that will fit your feet most comfortably. Wear the shoes around the house for a few days prior to the big night in order to allow them to conform to your feet. Also, consider the Prom location and floor surface. You may want to scuff the bottoms of your shoes with sandpaper for more traction to make walking and dancing easier.
With simple planning and foresight, you can choose a pair of shoes that will leave an impression on your friends, family, and date-NOT on your feet!
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