Theresa Kellington shares insights on why we love stilettos.

1. WHY WE
LOVE
STILETTOS
Theresa Kellington

2. Introduction
Depending on who is asked, some people love stilettos
while others not so much. The world’s infatuation with
stilettos is one that has yet to waiver; even when walking
in them is nearly impossible. Whether they are worn in
the boardroom or bedroom, stilettos are always in
fashion. But when it comes to the world’s obsession with
them, being in fashion is only the tip of the iceberg.

3. But this beloved shoe didn’t earn celebrity status
overnight. Stilettos had a long way to go and through
many changes to become the iconic statement piece it is
today.

4. History of the
Stiletto
Long before Louboutin or Manolo Blahnik, stilettos,
although made quite differently, made their first
appearance way back when Cleopatra sat on the throne.
Even King Louis XIV was known to own a pair of red heels
that be wore during his time as king.

5. But the history of stilettos doesn't
stop there. The evolution of
stilettos is one that still mystifies
and captivates. In the 1950s,
French designer Roger Vivier
redesigned the famous heel to
what it is today. And in the 1990s,
stilettos were higher and funkier.

6. The Attraction
Factor
Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder but when it
comes to shoes, stilettos give females the upper hand.
For some reason, the opposite sex finds women in super
high heels more alluring, mysterious and attractive.
That's not to say that women who don't wear heels aren’t
beautiful. However, the way women walk when they're
rocking a pair of stilettos turns heads.

7. Femininity
at its Finest
When females walk in stilettos, it oftentimes forces
the hips out, almost creating an exaggerated version
of how models strut on the catwalk. This slinky, ever-
so-sultry gait not only turns heads, but accentuates
femininity as well. Granted, a super confident
woman rocking a pair of Converse sneakers can have
the same effect.

8. Psychologically
Speaking
From a psychological standpoint, wearing stilettos
makes women feel more powerful. They feel as if
they can take on the world, regardless of what type of
job they have. And when confidence is high, it shows
in all facets of life.

9. While women's shoes comes in many shapes,
sizes and colors, one thing will always remain the
same: The world's ongoing love affair with
stilettos may never truly understood, and that's
okay too.

10. THANK YOU FOR
YOUR TIME
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