A wedge is a solid sole that thickens from toe to heel. Wedge shoes are a wonderful alternative to shoes or high heel shoes due to the more comfortable and stable sensations that appear when walking. What is a wedge heel? When did such shoes appear, and what are its advantages?
History of occurrence
The concept of "wedge heels" appeared almost 100 years ago. Around the 30s of the 20th century, wedge shoes appeared. This is the sole, which immediately performed the function of a heel, lifting the heel above the toe and at the same time the function of the sole itself. However, at that time no one attached importance to such shoes. But this omission was corrected almost 40 years later. So, in the 70s, advanced youth of that time drew attention to comfortable and practical shoes. The girls started using wedge shoes with the same frequency as high heel shoes. In fashion was a sole made of wood, rubber cork or some other synthetic material.
After 10 years, wedge shoes have become a priority among lovers of ethnic style. Espadrilles, which came to us from France, appeared in fashion. They were made from denim or cotton and had a large number of straps fastened around the ankle.
What is the difference between a platform sole and a platform
Many female representatives, unknowingly, suggest that there is no significant difference between the platform and the wedge and that these are almost equivalent concepts. However, this is an erroneous statement. Shoes on the platform have almost no lift, because it is parallel to the walking surface.
In turn, a wedge heel is a shoe that assumes the indispensable presence of both a platform and a comfortable heel. Sizes of wedges can be very diverse, it all depends on the style of the shoe and its rise. The platform looks rough, and the wedge heel is more feminine and elegant. Initially, when such shoes appeared in everyday life, it was intended for young women, but over time, wedges in shoes began to be popular among women of all ages.
How to choose a suitable model?
When choosing shoes on a wedge heel shoes, you should definitely pay attention to the shoe, because the comfort and convenience of shoes depends on its quality. It is also necessary to give preference to models made with a clasp or braid for tying. The optimal height of the wedge is considered a low heel, up to 8 cm. Women who have full legs should choose models equipped with high heels and a thin sole.
At the moment, in shoe stores and boutiques you can buy wedge shoes of various modifications and shapes: winter boots, sandals, shoes, as well as the popular wedge sneakers, the first models of which appeared back in the early 90's.
Incorrectly selected shoes can give the image clumsiness, heaviness and short stature of the whole figure. Therefore, when buying shoes with wedges, you need to pay attention to its style, design, and also to the fact whether the selected model is right for you.
How to wear wedge shoes?
At the moment, there are a large number of different models on a stable wedge heel. Such shoes go well with any image - be it a classic style, business or sport. Modern stylists recommend wearing a wedge heel, creating such images:
- classic skirt (dress) with a jacket or elegant coat;
- flying sundress with a summer bag;
- stylish jeans (cropped trousers) with an original T-shirt or t-shirt;
- trousers and a jacket;
- pleated skirt with a blouse.
It is not advisable to combine shoes or wedge sandals with capri pants, tight skirts or trousers. Wedge shoes are made in a wide range of models: from traditional boats to ballet shoes and closed shoes. They produce similar shoes from leather, suede, varnish and textile. The bottom, as a rule, is made of cork, nubuck, wood, rubber, suede or rubber. Heel height varies from a few centimeters to 10-15 and even higher, given the platform.
Advantages and disadvantages of shoes
In modern times, wedges complement almost all types of shoes. Such models due to the high platform are becoming relevant and convenient. The main advantages of wedges are:
- wedge heel is practicality, femininity and elegance;
- walking in such shoes is much more convenient than in high heel shoes;
- visually the silhouette seems more elongated;
- this shoe goes well with different clothes (especially with long dresses and skirts);
- wedge heel is not one season is popular;
- such models make full ankles visually more elegant.
However, such shoes also have a number of disadvantages. Not all types of wedges can be walked for a long period of time, as many models are equipped with a high lift. A wedge in combination with tight dresses looks ridiculous enough. Girls with thin ankles wearing such shoes will seem even thinner.