high heels

Since the peak of the high heel trend back in 2008–when several catwalk models took a tumble while wearing higher-than-ever shoes–killer stilettos and super-sized platforms have become de rigeur. Throw in the fact that the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reports women’s visits to specialists for foot and toe complaints shot up 75 percent between 2005 and 2009, and it really makes you wonder why we ladies sacrifice comfort–and safety–for style. Try these facts on for size.