Slingbacks - how the *&@#! do you keep them on?!

[WDWguru]

Today I'm wearing a brand new pair of ADORABLE Kate Spade shoes that I have been coveting from the Neiman Marcus catalog for months. (They're sold out now and I can't find a pic online or I'd post. They're a sandal style, about a three inch heel with an oversize bow across the top of the toestrap.) They went on sale last week so I ordered them. I did hesitate for half a second as they are slingbacks. I own two other pairs and can't seem to keep either on my feet for more than three steps, but I thought perhaps it was simply cheaper construction. THESE shoes certainly would be better, right? Nope. I got three steps out my door this morning and the freakin straps have already slid off my heels! I can walk in them as mules, but I just hate that the stupid straps won't stay up. Otherwise, they fit perfectly and look great!

I've tried all kinds of tricks on my other shoes - adjust the strap looser or tighter on the one pair that's not elastic, putting the fuzzy side of a piece of velcro on the inside of the strap where it meets my heel, etc. This morning I tried putting some of my "Foot Petal" insoles in (they are AWESOME by the way) - I have the small ones that just go under the ball of the foot to keep it from slipping - but no dice.

So, ladies, what is the trick to keeping slingback shoes on your feet? I need help!!

 

[nemo1987]

Double sticky tape baby! Just kidding though you could try it if you wanted. I am one of those unsightly people that wear flip-flops with every outfit, so I have no problem with keeping my shoes on! lol! Good luck with keeping your shoes on!
-Sarah

 

[Honu]

I've actually never had that problem. Could just be that the shape of your heel isn't right for them. There are a few styles I can't/don't wear because of the shape of my feet.

So sad, they sound cute.

 

[Blondie]

I'm seem to have a problem with sling backs too. They just don't want to stay put! Must be the way our foot is shaped, or maybe the way we walk?

 

[caitycaity]

are you sure you bought the right size? i've never had that problem.

 

[Christine]

I always have the problem. I believe it is the shape of your heel that is the problem. If it doesn't stick out enough or if you have a thin foot versus a "chubby" one, there is nothing for the sling to hold onto.

 

[snoopy]

Yup, its the shape of the foot and the way you walk. I have no problem with slingbacks, my sister walks out of them. You might need to try something different, sorry.

 

[WDWguru]

Well, shoot. I was hoping I had just missed one of the divine secrets of the universe and there would be some miracle solution out there!

I know I bought the right size - I always always always wear a 6. I do also have a "thin" foot, though not enough to need a narrow shoe. I suppose I'm just destined to wear slingbacks as mules. Maybe I'll just cut the straps off entirely - they go up under the covering on the inside of the shoe, so it could be done without being noticable. :: sigh ::