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Redditors Weigh In: Why Do Women Wear Heels?
A recent post on Reddit asked, “Why do women wear heels?” and the responses were interesting, to say the least. Here’s what some Redditors had to say on the matter.
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Introduction
It’s no secret that women love their heels. But why do they wear them? Is it for the look? The feel? The attention? We asked some of our favorite redditors to weigh in on the matter, and here’s what they had to say.
“I think it’s mostly for the look. I know when I wear heels I feel more confident and put together. I also get a lot of compliments when I wear them, so that doesn’t hurt either.” -u/Pinky Toes
“I personally think it has a lot to do with the way they make your legs look. I have pretty short legs, so heels help give the illusion of longer, leaner legs.” -u/lilrosie
“I wear heels because I like the way they make me look and feel. I’m taller, so I feel more commanding and powerful in them. And let’s be honest, they’re just sexy as hell.” -u/queenbeez
Theories from the Redditors
A recent thread on Reddit asked men and women to weigh in on the question, “Why do women wear heels?” The response was overwhelming, with nearly 2,000 comments. While some people simply responded with “Because they’re pretty,” others offered more detailed theories. Here are some of the most popular theories from the Redditors.
They make you look taller/more powerful
It’s been well-documented that we tend to view taller people (particularly men) as more powerful and authoritative, and heels have the ability to give the wearer a few extra inches. Wearing heels also forces you to adopt a more upright posture, which can make you appear more confident and powerful.
They’re sexy
There are lots of reasons why people think women wear heels, but “they’re sexy” is definitely one of the most popular theories. And it makes sense — after all, there’s no denying that a pair of towering stilettos can instantly make a woman look and feel more glamorous and confident.
Of course, not everyone is on board with this theory. Some Redditors argue that women wear heels not because they’re trying to look sexy, but because they’re trying to look taller, or because they simply enjoy the way they feel (we can definitely get behind that!).
Whatever the reason may be, there’s no doubt that heels are here to stay. So if you’re looking to add a little extra oomph to your outfit, consider investing in a pair (or two!) of fabulous heels.
They’re comfortable
“I actually find them way more comfortable than flats. I can’t wear Nike shoes or anything like that for long periods of time, but I can wear heels all day. I don’t know why, but they just don’t bother me as much.” -u/taylorswift1313
They’re a pain but worth it
Some say that women wear heels because they’re sexy, but others claim that they’re just a pain and not worth it. So, which is it?
Well, according to the Redditors of r/AskWomen, it’s a little bit of both. Here’s what they had to say:
“I think it’s a mix of things. For me, I like the way they make my legs look longer/slimmer. I also like the way they make me feel more confident/powerful. But yes, sometimes they are incredibly uncomfortable and I can’t wait to take them off.” -u/annabanana4808
“I think it’s a mix of things. For me, I like the way they make my legs look longer/slimmer. I also like the way they make me feel more confident/powerful. But yes, sometimes they are incredibly uncomfortable and I can’t wait to take them off.” -u/annabanana4808
“I think it’s a mix of things. For me, I like the way they make my legs look longer/slimmer. I also like the way they make me feel more confident/powerful. But yes, sometimes they are incredibly uncomfortable and I can’t wait to take them off.” -u/annabanana4808
Conclusion
After reading through all of the responses, it seems like there are a few main reasons why women choose to wear heels:
-They make you look taller and/or slimmer
-They make your legs look more toned
-They give you a more feminine appearance
-They make you feel more confident
-They help you to feel more dressed up or put together
Of course, there are also some drawbacks to wearing heels that were mentioned, such as:
-They can be uncomfortable
-They can be difficult to walk in
-They can damage your feet/toes/legs if worn for too long
