How to Fix Wobbly High Heels
To fix your wobbly high heel: Examine your crooked heel to determine the severity of the misalignment. Use a hairdryer or heat gun to warm up the area around the crooked heel. Gently bend it back into place with pliers. If needed, lightly tap the area with a rubber hammer to mold the heel back into alignment.
How to Fix a Slipping Heel
To fix a slipping heel, throw on a pair of heel caps. They grip the bottom of your stilettos by providing a small rubber layer. In addition to reducing instability, heel caps protect against sticking or damage on rough surfaces.
Tips for Stabilizing Heels
- Examine your crooked heel to determine the severity of the misalignment. Use a hairdryer or heat gun to warm the area around the crooked heel. Gently bend it back into place with pliers.
- Heel caps grip stilettos by providing a rubber layer. In addition to reducing instability, heel caps protect against damage on rough surfaces.
- Push feet forward in shoes when trying them on. As shoes loosen up, feet probably will slide forward more.
- Remove the old heel tip with a knife without damaging the shoe. Trace the new tip’s outline onto sandpaper. Adhere with super glue and file smooth.
- Wedge heels are easier to walk in and more comfortable to wear.
Tips for Stability and Comfort
- Expect to spend $10 to $20 per heel for repairing heel tips. Stability is key when walking in high heels.
- Get the best-fitting high heels possible to reduce blisters or foot problems. Ensure feet are well-supported and choose properly fitting shoes.