Women’s Red Platform Shoes

The Power of Women’s Red Platform Shoes

Both men and women in the upper classes have traditionally worn elevated shoes because such height equaled power. Red shoes in particular denote power. In some cultures, no one below a certain class was allowed to wear them. The potency of red shoes continues to be felt in society, from Dorothy’s ruby red slippers to the tragic ballerina’s footwear in the film The Red Shoes.

Put a woman in a slinky dress with sturdy red shoes and she makes an impact. Every woman should have a pair of red heels in her closet. Few other shoes make you feel as powerful and sexy.

Styles of Women’s Red Platform Shoes

The modern platform shoe came into vogue during World War II. The wedge heel not only added height and glamour, which was welcomed in the era of rationing, but the shoes were often so well designed they more comfortable than a flat shoe. This held true when platform shoes came back in the 1970s – women found they could run for the bus and do the hustle all night long in perfect comfort.

Not all platform shoes are comfortable, but there is no shortage of incredible styles from which to choose. With a little effort, you are bound to find the ones that suit you and your feet.

If you search for red platform shoes on Shoe Buy, you’ll get 24 styles to choose from, like the very 1940s-style “What’s What” by Aerosole, a company that specializes in comfortable shoes that still look snazzy. Or, you may be more into the “Mariana” by GOLC Wanda, a Brazilian strappy sandal that will definitely add a lot of hot spice wherever you go.

For a shoe that has both a current and retro vibe, check out the strappy sandal at Magic Makers, which features a deep red upper and Lucite heels in a towering six inches.

If you want a shoe that looks like it might stand up to some activity but is still slinky, try the Mary Jane platforms at Hot Fash. They are four inches high with a one-inch platform but have a lightly padded foot bed and a rubber sole with a heavy tread, making them perfect for the urban hiker. The chunky heel is metal-plated with stud accents.

Women’s Red Platform Shoes as Costumes

Of course, a costume could be whatever you choose to wear that particular day, but the fact is that a lot of fabulous red platform shoes can be found in costume shops and are worth seeking out to integrate into your daily dress-up routine.

Halloween Express sells classic open-toe platforms in 5-inch heels, great for any devilish or disco-type costume. But, they are also ideal for wearing with that sexy little black dress and fishnet stockings when you’re heading out to the clubs.

Want to feel like a 1950s-style naughty girl? The platform shoe available at Heels For You is just the thing to wear with a frilly negligee. It’s a 6-inch slip-on with a Lucite heel and maribou covered toe.

If you’re looking for something with a more 1970s vibe, try A Funky Shoe and Boot, which currently only has a black platform shoe with red trim, but is still very retro and sexy.

Vintage Women’s Red Platform Shoes

The shoes in the 1940s and the 1970s were so well-made, if you find a pair for sale, don’t worry that they were worn by someone else. If they fit you, they are meant to be. Haunt vintage shops and eBay to find the shoes that will elevate you to dizzying new heights.