# Torturous Toe Shoes Even Ballerinas Would Steer Clear Of These Feet-Deforming Shoes By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2009-01-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dangerous-footwear-feet-deforming-shoes References: [trenddelacreme](http://www.trenddelacreme.com/2009/01/these-should-keep-you-on-your-toes.html) & [karoshoes](http://www.karoshoes.com/index.php?target=categories&category_id=28) There should be a law against this feet-deforming high heel shoes made by Karo Shoes and spotted by [Trend de la Creme](http://www.trenddelacreme.com/2009/01/these-should-keep-you-on-your-toes.html). The [strappy black shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-slipon-suede-boots) on display have a minimum vertical height of 8 inches. The first pair featured does not have what I would call heels, so the woman who’s brave enough to climb into these killer pieces of footwear would have to place her entire weight on the balls of her toes--without the comfort and support of real heels. These [killer shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inez) are what I’d call “drive by” footwear. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthy Footwear:** There is a demand for comfortable and healthy footwear that does not deform feet like the torturous high heel shoes seen in the article. - **Inclusive Design:** Inclusive design can offer a solution for fashion and footwear that can be worn by all without causing pain or discomfort. - **Sustainability in Footwear:** Sustainable footwear that puts the health of the wearer first while also considering the environmental impact can be a promising trend to explore. ### Who This Affects Most - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can innovate by offering comfortable and inclusive designs that prioritize the wearer's health. - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can incorporate inclusive design principles into their clothing and accessories, paving the way for trends that prioritize comfort and health. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can collaborate with footwear manufacturers to design and promote healthy footwear that supports foot health and prevents foot issues from arising. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Platform Statement Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8inch-flipflops.md) - [Dynamic Ultra-High Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platform-sneaker-1.md) - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Comfortable Hybrid Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneex.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md) - [Second-Skin Luxury Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-shoe.md) - [Romanticized Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mademe-x-dr-martens-1461-quad-shoe.md) - [Cartoon-Honoring High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-kitty-heel.md)