WEDGIES

Wedgies for women are more common and often have a sole  that is much thicker at the black than at the front, making them high-heeled boots or shoes. Wedgies for women popularized by Salvatore Ferromagnet, who introduced the design to Italian market in the late 1930's 

                        
Some forms of wedge boots, called platform boots, have thick soles throughout.

PLATFORM SHOES

Are shoes, boots or sandals with an obvious thick sole, usually in the range of 3-10 cm (1-4 in). Platform shoes may also be high heels, in which case the heel is raised significantly higher than the ball of the foot. Extreme heights, of both the sole and heel, can be found in fetish footwear such as ballet boots, where the sole may be up to 20 cm (8 in) high, and the heels up to 40 cm (16 in) and more. The sole of the platform shoe can have a continuous uniform thickness, have a wedge, a separate block or a stiletto heel. Apart from the extreme forms of fetish shoes, walking in platform shoes can be cumbersome and clumsy, Raising the ankle increases the risk of a sprained ankle.               

                     

Platform shoe are known in many cultures. The famous predecessor of platform shoes are the Zoccoli in Venice of the 15th century, designed with a functional goal: avoiding wet feet when the pavement were flooded. Depending on the current shoe fashion platform shoes are more or less popular. In the 1970's they were widespread in both genders in Europe. Today they are preferred by females.

Platform shoes enjoyed some popularity in the United States, Europe and the UK from the 1930's to the 1950's but not nearly to the extent of their popularity from the 1960's to the 1980's.

The benefits of the classic platform heel may encourage you to throw on a pair and spice up your wardrobe. The platform heel has been on the fore front of style for years and for a good reason- this simple, modern style heel has benifits that outweigh other high heel options. The plat form heel has the perfect shape and balance for this issue.

                                

 A thick sole-since platform heels are considered high heels are considered high heels, their height is a necessity to their design. Platform heels are created with thick soles throughout the length and width of  the shoe. These soles are typically made with cork and rubber materials that provide an extra level of comfort and impact absorption that made them a favourite for people who suffer from foot pain.

                         
Casual or Dressy- Since platform heels are considered heels, they are inherently dressy. You can wear them with dresses and skirts for any occasion. Surprisingly to some, platform heels also look great with your favorite pair of jeans. They can easily be dressed down to look more casual as preferred, and they come in a wide variety of colors and materials to match any outfit. 
                           

                    


These are the advantages of good pair of platform heels. you'll look effortlessly chic while being secretly more comfortable than you ever remember feeling in high heels!