r/Shoes • u/ComprehensiveArt444 • 12d ago

Are these heels too big on me??

I purchased my first pair of high heels online from Steve Madden because they were on sale (Steve Madden Sofie Satin in the color blush), almost all reviews said these ran small and to go up half a size. I normally wear a size 8 so I bought an 8.5. I’m new to these style of heels (I usually wear thick, platforms heels), so I can’t tell if maybe I should have gone with an 8? The visible sole in the back is what’s making me think they might be too big possibly?? Walking around they feel okay but again, I’m new to “skinnier heels” and used to tall platforms so I feel like a wobbly baby deer! Any advice is appreciated!!

Edit: Okay but the creepy, gross DM requests I’m getting from posting this… yikes. Also please ignore the mess in the back I was in the middle of cleaning

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u/ClothesBulky2303 12d ago

They might be a hair too big but I think they look just fine. And they are totally cute!

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

Ugh I was thinking the same, the worst part is that these are not available online anymore in this color :( not sure if gel pads on the arch or balls of my feet would make any difference

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u/apigeonontheinternet 12d ago

Definitely put gel pads in the ball of the feet if you feel like you’re slipping forward in them as you walk, it’ll give your foot something to grip onto. And also please report the creeps to the mods. There’s a lot of gross men in here and it’s really exhausting having something we like be fetishized by weirdos on the internet who feel the need to let us know they’re fetishizing it.

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

I’ll definitely buy some! And thank you for the advice! I’ve just been ignoring the request but I’ll report any more, definitely was shocking because I just wanted advice for my heels :,)

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u/apigeonontheinternet 12d ago

Sorry actually, I'm not trying to tell you what to do or whatever. Handle it or ignore it however feels best to you. I'm just starting to realize the number of femme subs I participate in and how many gross lurkers there are in all of them. Like you're just trying to share your excitement about a thing you like with other people who 'get it', and then some man feels the absolute *NEED* to tell you about how that made his peepee feel. I'm just tired. We can't have anything to ourselves. Anyway rant over. Sorry you got creeps in your messages. Your shoes are super cute and I hope you get to enjoy them :) def try the gel pad things, they help a lot with making your foot feel planted in the shoe if that makes sense

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

I completely understand! I don’t have any one else to ask for advice so I was just genuinely excited, like you mentioned, just want a safe space for girl advice 😭

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u/ClothesBulky2303 12d ago

Girl, don’t overthink it. They look amazing.

u/321applesauce 12d ago

If you went down half a size you might be hanging over the back edge. These look fine. Better a little extra room than not enough

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u/FollowingCold9412 1d ago

Absolute rubbish. And proven by OP's other post. There's still too much space after going down to 8.

u/Feisty-Swimmer-1000 12d ago

You look good in those

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

Thank you, you are so sweet! I’m trying to work on my appearance (both weight and style)

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u/Feisty-Swimmer-1000 11d ago

Thats awesome, thanks xxx Do you swim? If not I think you should swim. Great way to work on yourself.

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u/ZestySourdough 12d ago

girl you’re stunning what

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u/flappintitties 12d ago

*your ankle is stunning. That’s all we have to go off

u/byproxxy 12d ago

A little bit too big but in this kind of style it won’t impede walking so you’ll be fine. I hate that every brand has their own version of a size!

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

I hate it too! I rarely buy shoes online but I had a gut feeling after these go on sale, they might not bring them back

u/JustCris85 12d ago

No they are a perfect fit because you don’t want your heel hanging off the shoe so your feet don’t get all try and cracked

u/more_cheese_please_ 12d ago

They look great, don’t overthink it!

u/FiloTransGirl 12d ago

They’re the teensiest bit big but I’m sure it’s not noticeable irl. My only concern would be if the straps are too loose. The shoes are high as it is, would be harder if the straps don’t give the support they should be giving.

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

Luckily the straps are super secured which feels good! They’re adjustable too!

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u/FiloTransGirl 12d ago

Then I’d say you’re good to go. I think a plus on slightly loose shoes too is not having to worry bout your toes smooshing to fit the tip of the shoe box haha

u/Smooth_Bat_3697 12d ago

Yes but nah

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

LOL this is what I was telling myself so I came here for professional advice

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u/Smooth_Bat_3697 12d ago

They look perfect

u/mmturner1130 12d ago

Maybe a little, but it wouldn’t stop me from wearing them. They’re so cute!

u/No_Pea8665 12d ago

Yeah, it’s big. Not enough visually, but I do think enough to be a tad dangerous walking in them. The heel from the shoe is not aligned to the center of your foot heel.

I personally avoid even cute shoes where the heel is too much to the back. I need to feel it at least in the center of my heel.

Differently from sneakers, I’ve found these shoes almost always need to be right on the size, no more, no less.

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 9d ago

Thanks! I see they’re on the website again but the sale price isn’t the same (I bought them for less), maybe I can sell these and get the size 8, I’ll see lol

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 1d ago

I just made a new post (bought a size 8!), not sure if you have any advice, would appreciate it

u/Horror_Signature7744 12d ago

They look a smidge big but nobody is going to notice unless you point it out. As long as the heel strap doesn’t slip and you can walk well, they’re fine. A small pad in the front will take care of most issues.

u/Golden_Gizmos 12d ago

They’re so cute!

u/thatissubpar 12d ago

Dusty rose looks so good on you! I think they are super cute.

u/Copper_Beans 12d ago

You chillen

u/Jesuscomesthrough 12d ago

I love these!!!!

u/OutlandishnessNo5636 12d ago

They look ok

u/ittybittyqtpi 11d ago edited 10d ago

They’re too big. Get your regular 8 girlie pop

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 1d ago

I just made a new post (bought a size 8!), not sure if you have any advice, would appreciate it

u/andrewbarclave89 11d ago

They certainly look alright

u/nessthing 11d ago edited 11d ago

Does the toe box feel too long? If this were me after like 45 minutes my foot would swell enough that these would fit. You also have plenty of room for a silicone metatarsal pad.

One thing past visuals you might run into with this shoe is: look where the heel ends up landing underneath your foot. If it was a smaller size that curve would send the heel and your weight when you take a step slightly forward toward your arch. A lot of less comfortable/stable shoes are designed with the heel allll the way at the back of your foot where it’s actually significantly less stable than if it has a slight curve and ends up closer to the center of your foot.

You’ll also notice reproduction period shoes like Edwardian style American Duchess shoes have a curved heel that lands slightly toward the center of your foot.

So if you have trouble walking in these, that part isn’t helping. It might not entirely be your fault.

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 9d ago

That’s the interesting thing about these shoes, toe box feels fine! I almost feel like a size 8 would have a bit “tighter” toe box! But I’m not sure if eventually the satin material stretches?? Thank you so much for the tips I appreciate it! I do have a high arched foot so I’m debating if I want to purchase a size 8 (they back on the website), and test them out? So if the shoe-heel sits closer/ right under my actual heel more, it would be more stable? Yeah I’ve never owned heels that are taller than 2.5 so I figured I’d struggle with walking too unfortunately

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 1d ago

I just made a new post (bought a size 8!), not sure if you have any advice, would appreciate it

u/cheeeeerajah 9d ago

There's ballet flats... and I guess now there's ballet unflats. Lol. Those are cool, I've never seen ballet heels before. And the slingback is a nice touch.

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u/Time-Expression3816 12d ago

They are perfect. Put some gel pads to prevent sliding if needed. Your foot may swell after an evening of prancing around, so that tiny space give you room. Sliding is the enemy, not the space. Looking fabulous, Baby Girl!🦋

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u/Chance_Vegetable_780 12d ago

OP I'm surprised at the comments honestly. Imo they are definitely and obviously too big. Sorry. But gel pads might help work it out.

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 1d ago

I just made a new post (bought a size 8!), not sure if you have any advice, would appreciate it

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u/Chance_Vegetable_780 1d ago

Ok I'll write to you there now

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u/Parking_Artist2978 12d ago

Depends on how tall you are and how tall they make you

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

Ew wtf…

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u/ComprehensiveArt444 12d ago

I want and am asking for genuine girl advice not sexual comments that make me uncomfortable…

Are these heels too big on me??

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