Some people say shoes are just shoes. That a $1,200 heel and a $50 knockoff serve the same purpose. That spending a paycheck on a pair of designer stilettos is impractical, indulgent, maybe even ridiculous. But I’d argue that those people have never truly understood the power of the right fit.
Think about it, finding the perfect pair of designer shoes is a lot like finding the right person. At first glance, you’re drawn to the beauty, the craftsmanship, the way they make you feel just by looking at them. You picture yourself in them, imagine all the places they could take you. But then comes the real test: do they fit?
Some shoes, like some relationships, are stunning but utterly painful. You convince yourself that if you just break them in, endure the blisters, suffer through the discomfort, they’ll eventually mold to you. You tell yourself they should work, because they look good on paper, or on your feet. But deep down, you know the truth: some things just aren’t meant to be comfortable, no matter how badly you want them to be.
And then, there are the ones that surprise you. The ones that may not be as flashy at first but fit like a dream the moment you slip into them. The kind that don’t require suffering, that don’t force you to contort yourself into something unnatural just to make them work. They support you, carry you effortlessly, and suddenly, you understand what right is supposed to feel like.
Designer shoes, like love, aren’t just about appearance. They’re about how they make you feel, how they elevate you, how they change the way you move through the world. The right ones don’t just complement your life, they enhance it. And when you find that perfect fit, whether in a pair of Manolos or in a person, you realize something:
The best things in life don’t require you to suffer to prove they’re worth it.
Champagne Confessions 
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