As my mother would say, I look a bit "washed-out" in this photo, and I'd have to agree. If you can look past the drab hue cast by the gray, dreary day and the heavy dose of ineffective concealer, you will see my true intentions--I want to show you that I'm wearing heels and not grimacing in pain. I really feel quite good. Could I chase my toddler around in these? No ma'am. But can I go out for tapas with husband and good friends, walk around the block a few times, get up the next morning and wear them to church without limping at the end of the day? Yes. Yes I can.
I love the Indigo Tanzania for many reasons:
- cross-over straps on forefoot cover (and hide) bunion area without irritating.
- Platform makes shoe look higher without feeling higher.
- Soft foam footbed provides decent cushioning.
- Chunky heel feels stable (love the diagonal wood grain). Apparently an ABS heel core is used, which I understand is an acrylic insert to keep the heel stable and lightweight.
- Flexible outsole--bends in all the right places when I walk.
- Great traction.
- Closed heel if you didn't have time for the Ped Egg.
Disclaimer: Could I have worn these two years ago when my knees were swollen from flare of rheumatoid arthritis? No. Before foot surgery to fuse bones? No, no, no. You know your body best. If you've never worn heels before, don't start with these!
Where to buy (runs true to size and width):
- Zappos: 5 colors, sizes 5-12, $100; free shipping both ways.
- Shoebuy: 3 colors, sizes 5-10; $99.95 (currently running Mother's Day sale--20% off plus free shipping).
- OnlineShoes.com: 4 colors, $84.99; free shipping and exchanges.
Coming up tomorrow: El Naturalista Iggdrasil revisited.
