https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:56:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1752254 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 16:27:34 +0000 Tanya 1752254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am another one in the 1-2.5" camp.&nbsp;&nbsp; Completely flat shoes are painful, and higher heels are uncomfortable.&nbsp; I can go higher with wedges (2.5-3" there), but even that has become rarer.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1752136 Sun, 20 Nov 2016 06:47:35 +0000 Gigi 1752136@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b></b>For me, my most comfortable heel height is probably about 1.5". I have hardly anything that heel height, though. I have either flats which have either no heel or maybe a 0.25" heel, and I have heels that start at about 2.75". For heels, 2.75" is probably my sweet spot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1752086 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 22:56:38 +0000 Anonymous 1752086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can wear my 3" Paul Greens all day with no problem, but not my 3" Blondo boots.&nbsp; I guess it's the pitch of the shoe.&nbsp; I usually don't go over 2 1/2" unless the footwear is fabulous enough to make me willing to suffer for fashion.&nbsp; Can't wear spiked heels of any height, they make me too wobbly! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1752052 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 19:12:51 +0000 Keix 1752052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My feet don't think of &lt;1.5" heels as "heels," but I find flats most comfortable so that must be a good thing! For dressy shoes though, I prefer the look of a 2"-3" heel. My typical limit is 2.75" excluding platform, but I have one pair of true 3" heels that are surprisingly comfortable for mostly-sitting days (e.g. commuting to work by car, walking to/from lunch at work if not too far) and manageable for special events. I just bought another pair of chunky 3" heels for this year's holiday party--because my dress requires it--and they're comfy in the store but only a true wear test will tell. </p> <p>I have low-volume feet with average width and padding, narrow heels. But they're very small--I frequently wear a US size 5 or Euro 35--so a 3" incline feels steeper than on someone with more surface area to spare.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751999 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 15:22:03 +0000 cindysmith 1751999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to be more comfortable in higher heels (3" and higher). I have very high arches, and the higher heels just hit the sweet spot of arch support for me; I wore super-high heels for so long the tendons in my ankle shortened or something and flats hurt my ankles and calves. My lifestyle these days make heels very impractical, so ive slowly had to keep walking through the pain and stretch those muscles and tendons back out. I still like a heel of some sort because arch support, but it just isn't practical. I've had to really experiment to find flat and low-level shoes that have arch support with little to no heel (2" block heel or less). It's been challenging finding things that are cool and yet practical and comfortable, but I'm finally making progress. My Chippewa boots (maybe an inch of heel) are probably the most comfortable "practical" footwear in my closet; my YSL shoe/boots with a 2.5" heel are my most comfortable "not-practical" shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751976 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 14:27:20 +0000 unfrumped 1751976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm there.<br /> I can wear comfy boots with block heels 1.5" but I always come crack to the realization that I feel best ( walking, long days) in just the minimum heel. Not naked flats but 1/4-1/2". Sometime 1".<br /> The wider the toe box and comfy padding, the more I can do the 1.5" so that's why some ankle boots work, due to stabilizing , being able to wear socks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751934 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 07:10:33 +0000 tulle 1751934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another 1/2" to 1 1/2" heel preference here.&nbsp; I have flat, bony, low-volume feet, narrow at the heel &amp; instep, medium across the toes, no padding on the soles, arthritis in one big toe joint, plantar fascitis in the other heel--ugh!&nbsp; These days I'm always on the lookout for shoes &amp; boots with a bit of platform, so I can get more height without adding too much heel.&nbsp; And if those thicker soles are made of rubber or other shock-absorbing material, so much the better.&nbsp; Around the house I'm wearing mostly my extra-cushiony mesh sneakers until the heel problem goes away.&nbsp; (It always does, eventually.) I do have a pair of 3" heeled Adrienne Vittadini red suede t-straps that are magically comfortable, like your Okalas, Angie.&nbsp; I don't know why they feel so good--apparently heel placement and angle are as important as height sometimes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751917 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 05:06:59 +0000 Anonymous 1751917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer 1/2 - 1 1/2 inches these days as well. I have gotten rid of most of my heels, but have kept a couple "sitting shoes" about 3 inches. I want to be able to wear them, but may not be able to. And I have a couple wedge sandals about 2 inches that are my go to for being comfortable enough for occasional usage. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751893 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 02:27:02 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1751893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks like 2 1/4" is my sweet spot for heels. The first two booties and tall boots below are ones that I can wear all day, to include for a lot of walking. I'm wearing my flats a lot lately, too, and am loving them as well! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751891 Sat, 19 Nov 2016 02:12:50 +0000 kathryn 1751891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have low-volume, narrow feet, long toes, no padding, and prefer flats up to 1.5-inch heels. I can wear 2-inch heels but this means the balls of my feet will hurt by afternoon. Cushioning helps. </p> <p>I purchased these AGL boots with a 2.5 inch heel during the NAS and after one day wearing them out and about I am not sure I can keep them. They just hurt too much! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751857 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 22:50:39 +0000 minimalist 1751857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These days, it depends more on ease of getting them on and off. So the other day, these<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/via-spiga-bakel-bootie/3628722" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/vi.....ie/3628722</a><br /> won out over these<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/converse-chuck-taylor-all-star-70-high-top-sneaker-men/4407479" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/co.....en/4407479</a></p> <p>And in general, so much really depends on the shoe.<br /> I've had 4" stacked-heel (really stacked leather, not hollow) boots which were all-day comfortable for walking around on concrete floors as long as I was keeping up with my ab work. And I've had 2" pumps that made me miserable by lunch-time, mostly sitting at a desk. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751847 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 22:11:27 +0000 marianna 1751847@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm late chiming in as usual, but my favorite heel height is...... flat! They're very comfortable for me plus I don't need/want any added extra height. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/3#post-1751800 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 20:16:38 +0000 Mirjana 1751800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mine are from 1" to nearly 2" now for me is important stability first and second I am petite so I have never wear very high heels no to look ridiculous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751795 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 19:59:29 +0000 Beth Ann 1751795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For me, it's the pitch of the heel, the balance in the foot (weight in the heel is best) and the thickness of the heel that matter as much as the height. &nbsp;I'm eating up the return of the block heel, and I find it looks better on my foot and leg, too (double yay). &nbsp;I can still wear a 3 inch heel for awhile, but I like 1.5 to 2 inches best for a balance of looks and comfort. &nbsp;I'm actually trying to give up all but the well designed, supportive flats. &nbsp;I find the little ballet style shoes are a sure recipe for aching feet! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751720 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 15:47:51 +0000 catseye 1751720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am with Sterling. A pair of extremely comfortable and stable 1 inch may work, but not sure.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751691 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 14:22:00 +0000 Joyce B 1751691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It very much depends on what I need them for and on the comfort of the shoe itself. A purely flat shoe is a definite no, I need at least a 1/2" heel.<br /> It's hard to say about an exact height.<br /> Overall, a 2-2.5" heel is mostly comfortable but it depends on the shape of the heels and on the comfort of the footbed. I have some kitten heel pumps, maybe 1.5" and when I go up the stairs wearing them I always trip.<br /> That would not happen with a block heel. A thicker heel makes height more comfortable as long as the shoe is not super heavy. Even for flat (or pretty flat) shoes, the material of the soles has a lot to do with the comfort level, with rubber being the one that feels best to me. As far as higher heels, up to 3" is generally comfortable for me but I can go up to 4" in some well fitting PGs that have a 1" platform. Platforms can be tricky too, they make me trip. The only ones I can tolerate are some styles of PGs.<br /> As you can see, I don't have a straightforward answer to your question. Shoes can be a very complicated matter </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751688 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 14:12:45 +0000 Alexandra 1751688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I usually wear 3" heels (substantial, not stilettos) on days when there is more sitting than walking - office, lunch with friends, etc. But when there is a lot of walking involved, as with sightseeing or all-day shopping, I prefer a lower heel. Dansko and Abeo mary janes work really well for me - not much of a heel, but not completely flat either, and the soles are cushiony. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751684 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 14:02:33 +0000 Destri 1751684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm in the 1/2 - 1.5 inch boat.&nbsp; And, with low volume feet (but not truly narrow) I often end up adding a good insert to a shoe or boot.&nbsp; I've had to spend more money on shoes over recent years to get something that meets my standard of style and comfort.&nbsp; I will not compromise on comfort!&nbsp; Oh, and I don't like that heel heights seem to have bumped up a bit this season -- ick! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751640 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 12:28:22 +0000 Anonymous 1751640@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1/2 - 1 inch.&nbsp; I'm not even sure about the 1 inch.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751611 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 09:39:56 +0000 Inge 1751611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Same as you, Angie, 1/2-1.5inches works and feels best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751591 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 07:54:37 +0000 rachylou 1751591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's interesting, Joy. I will say when I say flat shoes, I don't mean ballet flats - totally flat and practically sole-less. I also find those uncomfortable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751581 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 05:46:50 +0000 Anonymous 1751581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another point of view concerning wearing flats. Does anyone know if, with age, wearing flat shoes puts more tension on the Achillies tendon? Our realtor had her tendon snap while showing a house. She said the that the doctor told her she should have been wearing heels some of the time. She had switched to flats after years of wearing heels, thinking that she was doing a good thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751557 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 03:44:31 +0000 Jaime 1751557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am with you Angie. My tolerance for even a small heel has decreased and I am really happiest with flats or almost flats. I have realized that cushioning the ball of my feet is necessary for anything higher. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751535 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 03:03:53 +0000 Echo 1751535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can comfortably wear a 2-1/2" heel, but not much higher unless it is a chunky shoe or boot with block heels and a thick sole on the front (which serves to lower the heel height by acting as a platform of sorts). I do not like actual platform shoes. I can also comfortably wear completely flat shoes. I have high volume, widish feet that have become fussier over time. I used to have the patience to break in a pair of shoes that I loved, but it seems that now the love dies before I have time to break them in! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751529 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 02:51:59 +0000 Ginkgo 1751529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1.5" to 1.75" works best for me. &nbsp;My "dress up" shoes are Born and Lucky booties.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751525 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 02:47:57 +0000 rachylou 1751525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm all about flats these days. Can't even walk to lunch in heels. But I'll do 4" for a party and 2" for moseying through buildings with long sit downs in between </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751519 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 02:42:14 +0000 DonnaF 1751519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My feet are probably like Diana's only older and worse with the beginnings of PF.&nbsp; I was going to say the same heights as you, but since I've been advised to wear heel lifts I will revise upward to .75" to 1.75".&nbsp; My low volume feet slide forward with anything higher.&nbsp; My best height is probably whatever Dansko Pros measure once the platform is subtracted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751512 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 02:25:21 +0000 Greyscale 1751512@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I almost always wear flats, or boots with very low heels. Less than an inch. But I have a few pairs with 1.5 - 2.5" heels that I feel like I could wear forever. Frye harness boots, Converse wedges, and my new suede Jeffrey Campbell block heels. The common factor turns out to be arch support. If the shank is angled correctly, my weight rests on the heel and the curve of the sole lines up with my arch. If not, my weight goes onto the ball of my foot, which exacerbates an old dance injury. 'Course, I still can't tell if it'll work from a quick walk around the store... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751470 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 00:40:13 +0000 anne 1751470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>From about 1 inch to 2. Those I have some out of those boundaries that seem to work for various reasons like those mentioned above.</p> <p>But I don't have any shoes apart from running shoes that will work for walking any reasonable distance (more than 1/2 mile of so). I can cope with a bit longer distance&nbsp;for a shopping trip with lots of stops</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/share-your-most-comfy-heel-heights/page/2#post-1751465 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 00:30:44 +0000 Anonymous 1751465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can I vote for my havaiana flip flops?</p> <p>If not, I would say anything 2.5" and below is my sweet spot. I can handle 3" for fancy events, but really nothing higher than that and no spikey heels! </p>