Women can never have too many shoes. When you look inside a woman’s home, you’ll find different kinds of shoes. It’s in a woman’s nature to look her best under any given circumstance. That’s why there’s always a notion of wearing the proper pair of shoes for every occasion. However, there are some shoes that are versatile enough to be worn in different places. Pumps are one of these. You can wear pumps with a suit on your way to the office, with a mini party dress for a night in town or you can even wear one with your wedding dress. The possibilities are endless.
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It was during the 16th century that pumps were first used. It was none other than Catherine de Medici of France who first used pumps. She wanted to appear taller so a two inch high heel shoes were created for her. Then the rest, as they say, was history. Over the years, pumps have faced major transformations regarding style and quality. Up to this day, women of different stature include pumps in their wardrobes.
Pumps come in a wide array of styles, heels and colors. Here is a list of common pump styles to aid you in your quest for that perfect pump:
Pointed-toe pump – This is the classic pump shoe look. A narrow sharp point can be seen at the end of the toes. Also known as the cockroach killer, this pump style is so narrow that they can find wall cracks where the critters are hiding. Not a pretty name but that best describes the narrowness of the pump. This type of pump can make anyone woman look gorgeous. However, it can be quite expensive and you may feel uncomfortable after prolonged use. It may cause corns, blisters and even bunions. That’s why it’s advisable not to always wear pointed toe pumps. You can wear it occasionally on special evenings to give you that strikingly sophisticated look.
Rounded-toe pump – This is a more practical type of pumps. Unlike the pointed-toe pumps, the rounded ones are more comfortable to wear. You can safely wear these for long events without having to worry about hurting your feet. You can stand up for hours with this pump style and can even go dancing with it. This is recommended for occasions that require a lot of mingling with other people. You will not only look fabulous, you’ll feel great as well.
Open-toe pump – If you want to get a certain man’s attention, go for open toe pumps. For some inexplicable reasons, men seem to be drawn to this type of pumps. Maybe because a part of your toe peeps out and that makes it sexy. Just like a cleavage peeping out of an alluring dress. It’s also very comfortable to wear because of the open toe design. It allows more room for the toes to relax which prevents blisters and sore spots. This is recommended during warm seasons. To add more glamour to your peep toe pumps, make sure your toenails are clean, trimmed and painted with a lovely color of nail polish.
These three are basically the common shapes created for women pumps. Heel, fabric and appliqués are added to create a uniquely beautiful pair of pumps.