Let's be honest: We gravitate toward sky-high heels because they give us a sense of authority, make us feel more dressed up, and, of course, elongate our legs. Who doesn't want all those things, right? But we all know that killer footwear comes with a price. On more than one occasion, I've caressed my poor, blistered feet after a day of parading around in stilettos, whispering false promises to them, like, "I swear, that was the last time I put you through this. Tomorrow I'm wearing flats." A few months ago, that would have been a lie. But thanks to fashion's recent focus on stylish flats and moderately-heeled footwear, honoring my beloved soles hasn't been too difficult a challenge.
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