Platform pumps are excellent footwear for any woman who wants to feel elegant and comfortable - without the need to wear uncomfortable heels. Platforms allow you to slenderize your figure and add a few extra centimeters. Platform pumps are a great option for any elegant woman who likes to look impeccable and neat in any place.
Platform pumps are ideal for women of all ages. Such women's shoes can be worn by teenagers, young mothers and middle-aged women, as well as retirees. The available models will perfectly compose with any closet and make the styling extremely aesthetic and feminine. These slippers on a thick anchor are now a true classic in the field of footwear. Such a model will be perfect for a good part of the year from spring until late autumn. The pumps largely cover the foot, which makes it possible to wear them even during cold weather, and their universal shape will compose well with jeans, leggings, dresses and tunics or skirts.
Women's platform pumps are an option for ladies who need comfortable footwear for work, while not giving up an elegant and fashionable look. A well-chosen pair of shoes will make it possible to use them all day without feeling foot fatigue. So it is worth paying attention that the length of the insole is best suited to the length of our foot, and the cut itself is as versatile as possible and allows you to use the shoes in many places and circumstances.
What to wear platform pumps with?
These classic shoes will work well with virtually any outfit. Women's pumps can be combined freely with many elements of the closet - creating many interesting and practical styles. A classic is already combining pumps with jeans and an elegant sweater shirt. One of the most common uses of pumps is to wear them with an elegant dress or a suit - such a combination will ensure an impeccable appearance even in a slightly more formal workplace or during another occasion that requires us to look elegant.
Platform pumps, whether low or with a strap, are a great addition to leggings and tunics or thicker tights and a knitted dress. The cut of this footwear and the fact that it has a platform gives the silhouette an extremely slender look. Footwear on a platform makes the leg look shapely, which is important when wearing short dresses or shorts. A built-in slipper on a thick sole is also suitable for elegant tailored pants and a classic shirt. Such an outfit is suitable for office work and for school or college exams.
Whether we want to look more elegant or rather casual - it is worth remembering to choose platform pumps appropriately to our style. So if our closet is dominated by slightly more formal clothes - let's combine them with a classic version of slippers. However, when we wear jeans and less refined outer garments on a daily basis - let's match them with pumps in a more casual style.
For less conspicuous clothes, we can choose pumps in an original color - so as to enliven our outfit. However, when our clothes strongly attract attention, it is good to tone them down a bit with a classic model of footwear.
What is worth knowing about women's platform pumps?
The first pair of this footwear was created in the 16th century. Interestingly, at that time these shoes were worn by men and had an open heel. The footwear designed in this way made it possible to put it on the foot extremely quickly. In those days, pumps were worn by servants in wealthy homes. This type of footwear was called pompes, and their design was extremely modest and devoid of additional decorations, such as laces or thongs. Such a simple design was the result of the austerity that manufacturers of footwear for poor people were forced to make.
In the 19th century, the first shoes resembling pumps for women were created. They were elegant slippers that every well-groomed and fashionable woman wanted to have. Ladies began to look for more and more new and interesting cuts of this footwear, which caused craftsmen to invent more interesting and richly decorated models of pumps. The first pumps that were both comfortable and designer - were designed by Coco Chanel. This model was created in 1920 and had a not very high post and a square nose.
Nowadays, pumps are created in countless models and cuts, and their shapes and bold designs change according to current trends. Over the years, pumps have had round, pointed and square noses, and their soles were either flat or had a heel. Over time, there were also pumps on a platform, which were a more comfortable option for women who wanted to add a few inches.
How to buy comfortable platform pumps?
Even the most beautiful platform pumps become useless if they are not comfortable. So it is worth paying attention to several aspects before deciding to buy the shoes in question.
- Insole length. Before buying shoes, let's measure the length of our foot and adjust the size accordingly. It is worth taking into account the fact that shoes made of natural leather often undergo minimal elongation. In our store you will find a size chart with the length of the foot given in centimeters.
- Heel/heel height. This issue is very important when it comes to comfort. So it is worth finding a compromise between the appearance and functionality of our shoes. Although sky-high stilettos or platforms often look stunning - it is worth thinking about whether we will have a place to wear such shoes, and whether they will fit well on our foot. It is also worth thinking about whether shoes that are too high will make it difficult for us to walk in them for hours.
- Material of manufacture. It is not a well-known fact that suede shoes get dirty faster. Therefore, the most practical are shoes made of eco leather or its natural variant. The material of manufacture of shoes is good to properly match the occasion. For example, when buying shoes for a wedding, rather try to find a model made of leather or lacquered. Canvas and plaid pumps will be suitable for less formal occasions.
- The contents of our closet. If we generally dress in jeans and classic blouses, the choice of lacquered pumps will be of little use. If our closet is full of suits and tailored pants - let's choose elegant shoes. If we own a large number of shoes - let's allow ourselves to buy a more extravagant pair. However, when we want the shoes to be as functional as possible - let's buy one classic pair, matching our clothes and style and lifestyle.
What are the advantages of women's platform pumps?
Platform pumps are a kind of compromise between flat shoes and heeled models. The platform is an option that, although it elongates and slims the silhouette, does not cause much discomfort when walking. Thus, it is a good option for all ladies who appreciate comfort, who at the same time do not want to give up an attractive and fashionable appearance.
Platform pumps are therefore an absolutely classic proposal, which should be in the closet of every fashionable lady!