Clear heels
Clear heels (also referred to as stripper shoes[1]) are high-heeled footwear made from a transparent material.
Heels sometimes contain novelties such as flashing lights, coloured liquid or even fish. Materials used to create the heel design include polycarbonate, PVC, lucite and acrylic resin.[2][3] The transparency may be used deceptively with a ballerina style to give the appearance of standing on tiptoe or en pointe.[4]
A more romantic style resembling Cinderella's glass slipper has been designed for social events such as the prom but generally designs are more provocative with very high heels.[3][5][6][7]
Popular brands include Pleaser and Luscious.[6] In 2009, New York Magazine indicated that the style was "on trend" for the Spring 2010 shows, notably in Milan at Dsquared2, Prada,[8] and Fendi.[9][10] The association with erotic performers has led to criticism of celebrities for wearing the trend.[11] In an interview teenage actress and singer Taylor Momsen noted she liked performing in a pair that had a slot for tips, "fans started putting money in them, so now they are filled with tons of bills".[12][13]
Notable wearers
- Beyoncé Knowles[14]
- John Fuqua[15]
- Prince[16]
- Taylor Momsen[9]
- Rianna Polin[9]
- Helen Mirren[1]
- Disco Stu
- Courtney Stodden[17]
References
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- ↑ Clear Heels Storm the Milan Runways, New York Magazine.
- ↑ Stop This Trend: Lucite Stripper Heels à la Taylor Momsen, Beyoncé and Shauna Sand E Online Fashion Police.
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