Hoosier Dos and Don’ts: Wild N’ Crazy Shoes

Women love small, cute things.  Give us a puppy, a baby or even a tiny little cupcake and we’re entertained for hours.

But when it comes to shoes this season, go big or go home.  Designers like Alexander McQueen, Christian Louboutin and Gucci proved to us that bigger is indeed better when it comes to heel heights.  Embellishments like fringe, beads and futuristic details are also definitely welcome.  Since the shoes this spring are so outrageous, let them steal the spotlight.  Build your outfit around your shoes instead of the other way around.

I am only 5’2, so while I have an absolute fetish for towering footwear, other women need a flatter shoe to stay shorter than their boyfriends.  These tall, blessed women still want to look dressed up so they settle for this week’s Don’t – the wretched “kitten” heel.  The “kitten” heel is a cute term for the very uncute midget sized heel.  Standing at around 1” tall, this style of shoe is a sorry imitation for the sexy stiletto.

Dear supermodel sized girlfriends, your tiny heels belong in a dumpster, as they look absolutely ridiculous on your size 9 feet.  Instead, opt for the dressy flat.  These can come bejeweled or outfitted in gorgeous materials like patent, satin or python and will match your party garb beautifully.  You can buy them from just about any top designer, or if you’re trying to save some dough, J.Crew has plenty of suitable options.

Or you can own your fabulous model height, rock this season’s fantastical footwear and say to hell with your boyfriend’s ego.  Look to Katie Holmes and Tom Cruise for inspiration.