We, as women, love our shoes and instantly know when we find our perfect match. But have you ever wondered, What is the difference between a “Pump” and a “Stiletto” or a “Peep Toe” and an “Open Toe” shoe? Learn about the 17 most common types of Heels women love to wear.
- Pump - any strapless shoe with a heel is called a pump
- Pointed Toe pump - a pump with pointed shoe tip instead of round
- Peep Toe - the tip of shoe is cut to expose the large toe
- Open Toe - the tip of the shoe is cut to expose all the toes
- Stiletto - tall, slim heel; min height of 2 inches
- Kitten heel - short, slender, slightly curvy heel
- Platform - thick soles with 4 inches high heel
- Ankle strap heels - a strap that encircles the ankle
- Chunky heels - the thick block heels type of shoes
- D'orsay heels - shoes with sides and front tip of the shoe cut out
- Slingback heels - shoes with no back and a strap behind the heels
- T-strap heels - shoes that have strap running in front of the ankle and attached to the front part of the shoe
- T-strap heels - shoes that have strap running in front of the ankle and attached to the front part of the shoe
- Mary Jane pumps - any pump with straps across the instep
- Sandals - may or may not have heels but are open shoes with straps going around on the instep and around the ankle
- Booties -they enclose the foot and go up to the ankle
- Boots -they enclose the foot and go all the way covering calves, knees or thighs
