Flatforms, a comfortable alternative to platform shoes
FLATFORM shoes are back this season. Flatforms differ from traditional wedges, which have little to no platform in the front and a high heel. Thankfully for women, these shoes offer an easy, wearable trend that will translate well from the runway to everyday life.
By Cecilia Okoth
FLATFORM shoes are back this season. Flatforms differ from traditional wedges, which have little to no platform in the front and a high heel. Thankfully for women, these shoes offer an easy, wearable trend that will translate well from the runway to everyday life.
Grace Ngabire, a fashion designer, says she loves flatforms that strut down the catwalks at several fashion galas in town.
“Flatforms are all over fashion runways lately and it is a key trend for footwear to those who do not feel comfortable with sharp high heels.â€
While we have been seeing an added platform in our heels and boots lately, the flatform trend is predominantly driven by the olden style. It works very well with a fit-and-flared trouser.
Cathy Akello, a shoe dealer in Kampala, says flatform shoes look good with longer length skirts and dresses, a versatile look that can be dressed up or down with ease.
They also complement the new flared denim trend quite well. But the best reason Akello gives to love flatforms is the great solution to add height without discomfort.
“Some of the high heel had become so extreme and possibly also not so comfortable at the same time, which is why in most cases, the “ouch†factor comes into play. This, however, is not the case with flatforms.
“It really gives the illusion of having longer legs, especially if the shoe is hidden under those longer garments,†Akello emphasises.
No matter what body shape or size you are, flatforms can still look fantastic on every woman. With that added comfort it is a shoe you could potentially wear from day to night.
The sole of the shoe can be a main factor in how and when to wear each pair. According to Akello, wooden or cork soles might work better for day, while leather or satin is a crisper look for the evening.
When selecting a pair, Ngabire suggests trying on several styles and walking
around the shoe department to see how they feel on your feet, if they feel stable, and if they are too heavy.
“Pick the pair that is the most comfortable so that you can really enjoy them, because if you do find the right one then I think you will get a lot of use out of it Ngabire says.
Flatform shoes cost sh20,000 downtown and about sh50,000 uptown.
FLATFORM shoes are back this season. Flatforms differ from traditional wedges, which have little to no platform in the front and a high heel. Thankfully for women, these shoes offer an easy, wearable trend that will translate well from the runway to everyday life.
Grace Ngabire, a fashion designer, says she loves flatforms that strut down the catwalks at several fashion galas in town.
“Flatforms are all over fashion runways lately and it is a key trend for footwear to those who do not feel comfortable with sharp high heels.â€
While we have been seeing an added platform in our heels and boots lately, the flatform trend is predominantly driven by the olden style. It works very well with a fit-and-flared trouser.
Cathy Akello, a shoe dealer in Kampala, says flatform shoes look good with longer length skirts and dresses, a versatile look that can be dressed up or down with ease.
They also complement the new flared denim trend quite well. But the best reason Akello gives to love flatforms is the great solution to add height without discomfort.
“Some of the high heel had become so extreme and possibly also not so comfortable at the same time, which is why in most cases, the “ouch†factor comes into play. This, however, is not the case with flatforms.
“It really gives the illusion of having longer legs, especially if the shoe is hidden under those longer garments,†Akello emphasises.
No matter what body shape or size you are, flatforms can still look fantastic on every woman. With that added comfort it is a shoe you could potentially wear from day to night.
The sole of the shoe can be a main factor in how and when to wear each pair. According to Akello, wooden or cork soles might work better for day, while leather or satin is a crisper look for the evening.
When selecting a pair, Ngabire suggests trying on several styles and walking
around the shoe department to see how they feel on your feet, if they feel stable, and if they are too heavy.
“Pick the pair that is the most comfortable so that you can really enjoy them, because if you do find the right one then I think you will get a lot of use out of it Ngabire says.
Flatform shoes cost sh20,000 downtown and about sh50,000 uptown.