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Heels never go out of season, so it’s always important to know how to walk in them.

I wear heels just about everyday, and I often get asked “Girl, how do you walk in those heels all day?” I sometimes get comments about if my feet hurt, and I’ve even been asked if walking in heels is really hard. So of course I decided to write a post on walking in heels! I don’t have any innovative tips, because walking in heels is a learned skill. You can’t just put heels on and BAM! you can walk like Naomi Campbell. Its levels to this. To be successful in walking in heels you have to first have confidence.

So, with these few basic tips, that are below, you should be able to find the confidence you need to strut your stuff in the baddest heels, no matter how high or skinny the heel is.

BUY THE RIGHT SIZE: This seems simple enough, but women have the hardest time buying shoes in the right size. Do not try on one shoe, and not even get up. Also, do not try on a heel, and walk in that one heel to the mirror. That does not give you a good idea if it fits. When you go to the store try both shoes one, and see how they fit. Walk to the mirror in both heels, and then determine if they are a good fit.

START SMALL: If you are just starting out, don’t go for the sexy six-inch heel. You will fall, because you won’t be able to walk in them–at least not confidently, and a confident walk is everything to a Baddie’s Strut. This doesn’t mean you have to start with a one or two-inch heel–that isn’t baddie at all. This means go for a three or four-inch heel, and make sure the actual heel is not skinny, but thick. A thicker heel will help you to balance, and help you get comfortable wearing a skinnier heel.

PLACE ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER: Walk as though you are walking a straight line for an officer. When you put one foot in front of the other it aligns your figure. This gives your figure that hourglass look, like a goddess. Walking in a straight line also give your hips a new rhythm. You will instantly have a sexy hip sway that models are known for.

TAKE SMALL STEPS: Don’t expect to take long strides as if you’re walking barefoot. Walking in heels take time, so be careful. Do not be in a rush, but walk to your own tempo. This will also help you in pacing yourself, and making sure that you don’t miss a step.

PRACTICE: With everything practice is an essential part to becoming successful. Essentially that is what you are doing when you are breaking your heels in. So if you want to strut like the baddest you must practice. Walk on carpet, concrete, and slippery hardwood. You can watch videos, and read posts like these all day; however, if you don’t practice, you won’t be any good at it.

BREAK THEM IN: How do you break shoes in? Wear them! Not outside, wear them all around the house. Wear them when you are cooking, doing your makeup, vacuuming, washing dishes, walk up and down the stairs, and all of that.  It doesn’t matter if you aren’t completely comfortable in them, that is what breaking them in is for. Nobody will see you if you trip or stumble trying to get used to them. Better to stumble in the house, rather than out on a date.

CARRY FLATS: This is more than a tip, this is the most important rule when it comes to wearing heels. Heels do a number on your feet, and we want to stay away from blisters, and corns. Flats are blister and corn prevention. When your heels began to rub your feet the wrong way, it is okay to trade in your heels for flats. Keep a pair in your car, or purse if they can fit.

These are just a few tips to help you get your Baddie Strut started.

Give me some of your best advice for walking in heels?