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I'm a Shoe-Obsessed Shopping Editor Buying This Blister-Proof Style in Bulk

By Eva Thomas

Senior Commerce Writer

I recently experienced something that I really can't stand: I wore a pair of shoes that battered my heels so badly, I couldn't really find any shoes to wear that wouldn't reopen the blister. I know, TMI, but I had just about given up hope of comfortably wearing any shoes again when I realized...slingback heels. The Hollywood-loved shoe keeps my heels free and clear of any rubbing, so naturally, I bought them in bulk.

A pair I have been eyeing and will definitely be buying now that they're on sale are these Steve Madden pumps with a humble, easy-to-walk kitten-heel, backstrap that hold the shoes in place without rubbing the backs of my feet, and a fun, on-trend silver design that takes any outfit to the next level.

I also think everyone needs a red and black heel in their wardrobe, which is why these Franco Sartos and Jeffrey Campbells are at the top of my must-have list. The former has a no-fuss silhouette with a unique side-cutout, while the latter is simple and timeless, giving it instant appeal as there are infinite ways to wear it. No wonder celebs like Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon are fans of slingbacks; they're stylish, sure, but they're also a godsend for battered heels, too. Thankful for you (slingback heels)!