Ok so this is like one of the questions that I get asked a lot! What kind of figure competition shoes should you wear for a figure contest? How high do they need to be? What type should they be? Platform or no platform? What about a design? Or should you go simple.
Preparing for figure competitions is tough enough you and it might look like it’s pretty tough to find the perfect pair. But hey I’m telling you right now, it’s not. You’ve got to stick to what’s appropriate and what looks good, not flashy!
Clear or colored?
Rule #1 – Your shoes should be CLEAR! Girlfriend, I’m telling you, don’t get any colored ones or they’ll ruin your stage presence. Why? Clear shoes gives the appearance that your legs are longer than they are J So the judges “think” you’re a little taller than you really are. We can all use a little help right? Clear shoes won’t also distract the judges and they’ll focus on the good parts of your body and not some flashy neon shoe. So go clear.
What about the heel?
Make sure the heel’s an least 5” high. Anything under 5” will not have a good effect on your legs and will make your legs look stubby. Don’t trust me? OK try this simple test and you’ll see what I mean by 5 inches and how it will help your legs:
First, stand on your flat feet. Now look at your calves. OK not slowly, lift your heel a little off the floor. Can you now see the calf flex a little bit? Now stand up on your tip-toes and imitate a 5 inch or more heel under your foot. Look at how tight your calf gets. J See I told you! Make sure your shoes are at least 5 inches tall.
Actually the higher your heel, the better your legs will look, specially for short women. But it’s also helpful if you’re tall too. I am 5’9” tall and I wear 5 inches on stage and believe it or not, I am still looking at 6” heels for next season. I want anything that is going to lengthen my body and make me stand out in the presence of the other competitors and in front of the judges.
Hope this helps you!
