Hasta La Ideas

It’s hard to forget the many falls on Prada’s spring runway, not to mention the catwalk stumbles at Rodarte,Pucci and Peter Som. It’s a long way down for those tall models to begin with — why not throw on some 5 inch heels? TIMBER! These models are trained professionals. If they can’t walk in those heels, how are we mere mortals supposed to even attempt it? With shoes getting taller, the danger level has hit an ultimate high. The best-selling Yves Saint Laurent “Tribute” sandal has an ankle twisting, leg breaking 5 1/2 inch heel. At this rate, they’re going to have to start making designer crutches too. It’s becoming more and more difficult to find a sexy, high-heeled shoe that doesn’t resemble that of a stripper’s, let alone a torture device. In my attempt to save us all from sprained ankles and busted knees, I’m making this plea to designers: Please make less dangerous shoes! In the meantime, check out my slideshow for my top five picks of sensibly sexy shoes, all with heels under 3 and a half inches.