New shoes, old soles

I see many women crammed into very stylish shoes. As much as they protest that they are as comfortable as being barefooted, I see their corns, bunions, and red spots and disagree.
When purchasing shoes, there are several things to remember.
If you are buying heels over 2.5", you will want to go up one half size. The exception to this rule is if there is a covered platform under the toe--with these, you will just want to try them on.
If you are purchasing boots, remember that they may fit fantastically when you are in bare or stocking-feet; however, once you get on tights or a real sock, they may be too snug.
When you try on the shoes, walk around! A sales person will understand if you keep the shoes on your feet for up to ten or fifteen minutes because it is the only way you can get an accurate understanding of what the shoes will feel like once they are yours. Be mindful of walking on carpeted and hardwood surfaces as unworn shoes frequently come with slick soles.
The best way to break in a new pair of heels is to wear them in your driveway/garage with a pair of athletic socks. Not only will you scuff up the bottom of the shoe sufficiently to prevent sliding around on hardwoods and carpet, but the thickness of the athletic sock provides cushioning in the right places to prevent blistering and tightness. My personal way of maintaining non-blistered feet is to wear my heels around the house, vacuuming, cleaning, tv watching, with socks on my feet so that the stretch of the shoe is maintained.
Happy feet will change your outlook for the whole day!