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l How High A Heel Can You Comfortably Wear?

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I have had to change the heel I wear since I have had to deal with sciatic issues in my hip; I can't go past 2 1/2 inches.

 

I love the look of 3 inch heels on a boot with some pants, I just can't do it!

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Re: l How High A Heel Can You Comfortably Wear?

Hey! I'm in the same boat. 2 to 2 1/2 for me. I love the look of a three inch heel but no. I often think I can and then my feet say no-no ! 

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Re: l How High A Heel Can You Comfortably Wear?

I still wear 3" heels, but I don't have to be on my feet for long periods of time wearing them.  I find wedges to be much more comfortable than spikes.  Depending on the style, a chunky heel can also be more comfortable and look good.  I get ribbed by some of the ladies at church about my heels, but they all say they would do it too if they still could.  

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Same here @ECBG and because I have bionic knees I'm only really able to handle a 2 or 2-1/2" heel if it's a thick clog type. Cannot wear "heels."

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Re: l How High A Heel Can You Comfortably Wear?

1 inch with a nice archSmiley Happy I've had back and hip problems since I was a teenager.

I always admire women who can wear high heels!

Sometimes a low heel feels better than a flat shoe!

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Re: l How High A Heel Can You Comfortably Wear?

1 1/2 " is about perfect. Ongoing mobility issues settled my heel height choices long ago. I cannot wear a flat shoe or slipper either.

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@on the bay wrote:

1 inch with a nice archSmiley Happy I've had back and hip problems since I was a teenager.

I always admire women who can wear high heels!

Sometimes a low heel feels better than a flat shoe!


@on the bay 

 

You can get strong stick on arches at Foot Smart I believe.Smiley Happy

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I haven't worn any heel in at least 10 years now because I don't have to any more.  Ever!

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I can wear a 3" heel but for me it's toe comfort, not the heel.

 

I need a more rounded toe, can't do pointy toes!

 

It'll be a sad day to give up those cherry red shoes...but I do have them in a modest 1 1/2", too. 😉

 

 

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Re: l How High A Heel Can You Comfortably Wear?

Same here...2" - 2 1/2".  If I go any higher even if it's a "comfortable" shoe the angle will just push my toes into a position that hurts the joints.