Women's Mules

Technically women's fashion mules are just about any fashion shoe which is backless. There are comfort, slipper type mules and fancy fashion dress mules, so here are some tips for buying, wearing, and keeping your mules and other women's shoes in good condition year round.

Buying mules

When buying fashion mules always try them on, as they are designed for the narrow footed woman s fashion. You may have to ask for a wide foot style. Your heel should stay well within the shoe, if your heel hangs over the shoe is too short and you will look silly and feel uncomfortable. Ill-fitting mules (or any fashion shoe) can cause you to stumble and twist your ankle due to the lack of support in the back, as well. The edges of the mule should cover most of the sole of your foot. Because women's shoes are designed more for fashion than for comfort, be sure to spend as much time as you need when trying them on. Walk around in them and do not let the seller make you feel rushed.

Wearing mules

When wearing mules, go for the casual fashion look by wearing them with slacks or long skirts. If the back of the shoe is very thin you can get away with wearing them with short skirts. Remember that the thicker the sole, the more casual they will appear. Plus size women will want to choose women's fashion shoes with thicker soles - they actually make your ankles and calves appear thinner. Leave the thin, stiletto heels for the skinny-legged women; else you will appear as if you will topple over any minute, and its gaudy for women's fashion. Another fashion hint for wearing mules; stick to tights or pantyhose, even bare legs are better than short socks, which will make your legs look chunky.

Mules can be worn year round and are a great fashion because they slip on. To keep them looking good make sure you spray leather or suede mules with fashion shoe rain repellent, and always buy them long enough so that your heel doesn't wear down the back over time.

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