They come in wide variety and one gets very beautiful and different options to choose from. They come in different, sleek and elegant shapes and styles. When wearing these heels one gets the aesthetic illusion of slender legs. They range between 2.5 inches to 7.5 inches. Heels below 2.5 inches are considered low heels. Heels between 2.5 inches to 3.5 inches are considered mid heels. And the heels above this range come under the category of high heels.

They come in many shapes and designs, giving that extra edge to select accordingly as per one's choice. The different shapes are stiletto, pump heels also known as court shoe, block, tapered, blade and wedge heels. High heels are mostly worn by girls or women.

A cone heel is a round heel. A kitten heel is a short, slim heel with maximum height under 2 inches. A prism heel has three flat sides that form a triangle. A spool is broad where it meets the soul. A Puppy heel has thick square block heel. Today there are designs wherein men or boys can also wear heels in an elevated manner including Cuban heels.

These shoes give that extra sophistication and style, at least in appearance. There is a myth that only certain section of the section like high class can wear high heels. It should be chosen properly keeping in mind one's body stature, height n structure. When chosen wrongly, then it becomes a fashion disaster. They should be chosen according to one's comfort.