Buy Platform Shoes
Platforms, originally called chopines, were popular in southern Europe in the mid 1500s, when heights reached up to 30 inches. They were trendy again in the 1930s, 1960s and 1970s, and are back in fashion today. No wonder-these fun and funky shoes add height and make legs look longer. Platforms go well with casual skirts, flare leg pants, jeans, capris and walking shorts.
Instructions
1. Determine what you need before you shop by looking in your closet to see what shoes you already have and what outfits you want new shoes for. Decide on what colors and styles you want.
2. Decide how much money you want to spend. Cheap platforms could look ratty soon or fall apart.
3. Look online. There are a variety of colors, fabric and styles available. You can see the current trends like patents and bright colors and then decide what you like best.
4. Wear or bring along an outfit you are trying to match when you go shopping for platform shoes.
5. Try on different heights of platform shoes. Make sure you can walk in the shoes before buying them. Be certain they have enough cushioning to be comfortable and are not too stiff to walk in. Fashionable shoes can be comfortable too.
6. Make the most of the fact that platforms are sturdy shoes. For the sandal types, make sure the straps are sturdy enough to last.
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