[QUOTE=Silke...but they're torture! And not even the good kind of torture! I get positively cranky when my feet hurt and with high heels that usually doesn't take long. [/QUOTE]

I agree that the standard high heel/stiletto shoes can be a bit much and not too kind on the feet...which is why I just love platform shoes and boots. The thicker/wider heel is much more sturdy and comfortable and the effect is quite daunting and erotic to many.

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