*swoons*
This store (both in person and online) was literally a gold mine for this shoe series. Choc-full of shoes that adhere to the Dr. Stephanie Rules, the designs are very current, and they have amazing prices! A shoe-lovers dream.
It was literally so hard to filter the choices - that I needed to start off shoe week with this mammoth of a post featuring all the goodies there is to be had at Aldo and www.aldoshoes.com :
Pretty Peeps
Personally, this is my favorite kind of shoe for the spring/summer season.
It is a always a classic: it elongates the leg, flashes a bit of toes and toe-cleavage (the best kind of cleavage), and there is ample room to hide a platform under the ball of the feet- making for combination of sexy and comfortable.
1."Fitzke"
Red or Black Patent Leather
4.5'' heel, 1'' platform
$125 CAD
So. We are in a recession. What does fashion do when we are in a recession? Take inspiration from other dominant recession-eras. Fitzke is very 40's-esque with its modular, almost deco-inspired lines.
Nice big platform to reduce the relative heel height-to-forefoot ratio, making this easier to walk in, as it alleviates the relative angle of your foot.
2."Flojohn"
Brown (with yellow or caramel)
Black (with purple and silver)
4.8'' Heel, 0.75'' Platform
$64.98 - $74.98 CAD (hello, sale)
Nothing says buy me like a fabulous shoe on sale. 70 bucks for these puppies? Yes, please!
The chunkier heel is also Dr. Stephanie friendly. There is more 'chunk' in the trunk so to speak - meaning walking is easier, and your weight can be distributed a little more evenly over a thicker heel. Glamorous, edgy, and complies with the Dr. Stephanie rules.
Bravo, Aldo. Bra-VO.
3."Rabenhorst"
Bone (shown, right)
Gold on gold
Red on red
Black w multicolour
Black on black
Heel: 4'', Platform: 0.5''
$59.98 - $69.98 CAD (hello even better sale)
Despite the name sounding like a swedish pate, Rabenhorst is a comparable alternative to the Loubou Armadillo. With a low-ish heel, this baby comes in a plethora of colours, and goes beautifully with your skinny jeans and oversized clutch.
The Almond Toe
Not quite round, not quite a point, the almond toe is the *perfect* combination of the two and of course combines the comfort of a rounded toe, and the elogating effect of a pointy shoe without squishing your toes and forefoot, allowing for more of a functional, normal walking pattern.
1. "Kobis"
Black or Red Patent
Heel: 4.25-4.5'', Platform: 0.5''
$80.00 CAD
A classic looking shoe that transcends fads. Very 20's. Stunning with skinny jeans or capris. The almond toe allows for more movement of the forefoot and toes...translation: more time on your feet without them screaming at you.
Side note: patents should always be bought in a half size larger because they stretch less than leather.
2. "Voetmann"
Black, Blue or Burgundy Patent
Heel: 5'', Platform: 1''
$34.98-74.98 CAD
This massive platform, coupled with the almond toe make this one a winner. It's a higher heel, but is relatively reduced due to the higher platform. Again, buy in a half size up due to the lack of stretchability of the patent.
3. "Delisle"
Fuschia (shown) or Blue Heel: 4'', Platform: 0.5''
$125 CAD
Well these just scream summer to me. The almond toe helps with forefoot motion and toe health. The heel is quite thin, but the relative heel height here is only 3.5'', which will make them easier to walk in!
Some other fun stuff
1. "Kareen"
Cognac (shown), Brown, or Black
Heel: 2.4'',
$83.98-$140 CAD
I know what you're thinking. Boots? With this sun out? Fuh-get about it.
However, these are not only phenomenal price, but absolutely great boots for work, running errands, or meeting the girls for a drink after work.
They are stellar - something everything a chiropractor wants their patients to be wearing: a rounded toe, a lower heel, and a chunky heel at that. You could probably run a 5K in these if you had to. And the cognac? Divine.
Again, Bra-VO. These get my 5 stars-stamp of approval!
2. "Falconeri"
White (shown), Cognac, or Black
Wedge Heel: ~4'', Wedge PLatform: ~1''
$80 CAD
Nothing says summer like a a long, flowing maxi dress and these cork wedges. The adjustable strap in the back helps prevent blisters. Falconeri combines rounded peep-toe with a large, comfortable wedge.
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Thanks to Aldo and aldoshoes.com.
I always advocate that, in addition to enjoying the freedom of gorgeous heels, if you want or need extra support, you can add in an orthotic designed specifically for heels. If you have any questions about a specific shoe, or whether heel orthotics are right for you - please email me or leave a comment in the comment section below!
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