Pumps that create femininity. However, even if you want to wear pumps, some people may avoid them because they cause blisters. This time, the women's shoe professional "mamian" will explain the causes of blisters caused by pumps and how to prevent them.
What is the reason why pumps are prone to blisters?
There are two reasons why pumps are prone to blisters: "the pumps do not fit your feet" and "the heels make your feet slippery". If the pumps don't fit your feet, you'll have areas where your shoes rub against your skin every time you walk. Blisters and abrasions occur while rubbing many times. In addition, high-heeled pumps cause your feet to slide forward due to your weight, so your weight is applied locally and your feet are more likely to hurt than if you were wearing low-heeled shoes. Choosing pumps that don't cause blisters
Many people try on pumps to check how comfortable they are to wear. However, there are probably more than a few people who find that the pumps they bought after trying them on cause blisters for some reason. This is caused by not being able to correctly judge whether the shoes fit your feet when you try them on. From here, I will introduce how to choose pumps that suit your feet. Check the size, width, instep height, and toe shape
If there are no areas where the shoe rubs hard against the skin, you won't have severe blisters. Therefore, be sure to check the size, width, and toe shape.・Size The size is the length from the longest toe of the foot to the point where the heel sticks out the most. It is used as a general criterion when choosing shoes. However, it is not uncommon for people to make a mistake in measuring and find that their actual shoe size is different from the shoe size they usually choose. You can place your foot on a piece of paper and use a ruler and pen to measure it, but it is recommended that you have it measured accurately at a shoe store. Also, choosing a large size to prevent blisters will have the opposite effect, so choose a pump that will not slip out of your heel when you walk.・Many people mistakenly think that wise wise is the width of the foot, but it refers to the length around the protruding part at the base of the little finger and big toe. You can measure the width by making a circle with a tape measure. By knowing the width, you can check if the width of the shoe and the height of the instep fit your feet.・Toe shape The shape of the foot, especially the shape of the toe, varies greatly from person to person. There are "Egyptian type" with the longest thumb, "Square type" with all fingers of about the same length, and "Greek type" with the longest index finger. If you have Egyptian feet, round toe pumps or oblique toe pumps will suit your feet. For square feet, oblique toe pumps or square toe pumps are recommended. If you have a Greek foot, you'll find many pumps that fit well, such as pointed toe pumps, almond toe pumps, and round toe pumps, as long as they're not square toe pumps. Subtle misalignment can be adjusted with the insole
The size of the human foot is slightly different on the left and right. Also, due to changes in physical condition, the condition of the feet may change, and depending on the day, the pumps may not fit. When you try to pick a pair of pumps based on nuances, you may find yourself almost out of stock. Therefore, it is a good idea to use an insole to adjust for these subtle misalignments. Try on from morning to noon
Water, which accounts for 60% of the human body, is lowered by gravity and accumulates in the feet from evening to night. Therefore, when buying pumps, try them on in the morning or during the day so that they fit your natural foot size. Pumps purchased after trying them on in the evening may cause blisters if worn during the day. Avoid stiff pumps
The more friction between your shoes and the skin, the more severe the blisters. On the other hand, if the shoe has some flexibility, it can reduce friction and reduce blisters. Therefore, it is better to refrain from pumps made of hard materials such as enamel, and choose pumps made of soft materials such as suede, synthetic leather, or cloth. There are also measures to prevent blisters when wearing pumps!
Even if you can buy pumps that are perfect for your feet, pumps with high heels can inevitably cause blisters due to localized weight bearing and pressure. In that case, it is recommended to use items that prevent shoes from rubbing. To reduce friction on the heel, use protective stickers that you can put on your heels or anti-friction spray that you can spray on your heels. To prevent blisters on the toes, it is convenient to use insoles that prevent the shoes from slipping forward inside the pumps, and toe protective covers that protect the toes with soft silicone. Mamian's pumps are less burdensome on your feet and less prone to blisters!
At mamian, we design our pumps to fit the feet of Japanese women. In any case, the burden on the feet is small, and it is easy to walk, and it is characterized by the fact that it is difficult to cause blisters. Of course, you need to consider the shape of your feet and the slight difference in size between the left and right to choose pumps that suit you, so try them on at home to see how they fit your feet. At mamian, you can return the shoes if you feel they don't fit your feet. If you are worried about blisters with pumps, please try mamian pumps!
