High Heel Tennis Shoes
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It's amazing what a pair of high heel tennis shoes can do to transform a look from sporty to sassy. This unusual style had its heyday back in the late 1990s, when platform styles made a huge comeback and every type of shoe imaginable was treated to an exaggerated heel. Today, they might be less common, but they're still every bit as fun as they once were!
The Playful High Heel Athletic Shoe
High heel athletic shoes aren't exactly regular daywear for most women. These shoes are notoriously playful and usually quite colorful and rambunctious. Forget about wearing them to the office or out onto the playing field; they're more appropriate for a casual day spent running errands.
Today, the shoe has adapted to current trends and can often be seen with a regular stiletto-type heel instead of the popular platform of days past. This spells good news for women who'd rather not look like they're Spice Girls!
Features of High Heel Tennis Shoes
They might look the part (at least to a certain extent), but these shoes aren't made for anything but expressing your style and personality with flair! You'll see why as soon as you lay eyes on a pair of high heel tennis shoes. Most styles tend to resemble boots, making them ever so slightly more forgivable for those who can't bear the thought of wearing a high heel athletic shoe. The boot gives the shoe a more contemporary, versatile feel, although the overall vibe of the shoe is unabashedly sporty and sassy.
Similar in some ways to a traditional tennis shoe, the high heel version usually features laces, a white toe kick, a pointy heel and a colorful upper (imagine a pair of Converse sneakers with heels and you'll come pretty close). Other styles may stick to a thicker heel similar to a platform, and still others may not have laces at all – instead, they might include a Mary Jane strap. These straps aren't uncommon on some styles of contemporary athletic shoes, and they certainly go a long way in giving the shoe a stylish, feminine look.
Where to Buy These Unusual Shoes
A trip to your local chain shoe store or even a major department store probably won't yield the best results, but a cruise around the various online shoe boutiques is sure to see results. Many stores carry heeled tennis shoes; some are appropriate for daily wear while others are more worthy of a naughty Halloween costume. Here are some choices to set you off on the right high-heeled foot!
BCBGirls
If you love the idea of this type of shoe but aren't crazy about the way it actually looks on you, consider this sensible take on the look. The BCBGirls Cala High Heel Tennis Shoe is smart, chic and completely in line with today's sporty, uncompromising style. The stark white patent leather detail is a great complement to the chocolate brown fabric upper. Pair it with your favorite casual ensemble or a flirty sundress for maximum impact.
Ash
Bet you never thought you'd hear the words "glamorous" and "tennis shoes" in the same sentence. Designer Patrick Ithier, though, knows better: His Ash line of footwear is an interesting breed of complex street style and elegant, runway-worthy pieces with a twist. A great example is the Shell Satin High Heel Sneaker. In stylish colors like neutral taupe and vibrant eggplant, the shoe turns heads with its satin finish, bold white laces and 3.25 inch heel. It's a powerful way to make a playful statement!
Jump
The Sour Sneaker by Jump is different from the traditional stilettos and platforms so commonly found on athletic shoes with heels. This urban-style canvas shoe features a denim look accented by an autumnal, floral print. You won't be smashing aces and forehand winners with these on your feet, but you'll probably be able to walk more comfortably than, for example, in the aforementioned 3 inch heels.
Rebels
If you're not the type to teeter-totter around on high heels, consider these Sneaker Booties designed by Rebels. The gold metallic shade razzles and dazzles unlike any other athletic shoe out there, and even the low-key black and white versions feature a smattering of sequins on the toe.
Some Final Tips
This sampling of heeled athletic shoes doesn't even begin to scratch the surface of what's available out there. Visit trendy, youthful brands, such as Steve Madden and Naughty Monkey, for wide selections of similar types of shoes. Most importantly, sport these shoes with confidence! They're simply too fun not to wear with a smile on your face.
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