These Heels Are 44% More Comfortable Than Any Others—Here's Why

The quest for uncovering the most comfortable high heels in the world is one that I take very seriously and very personally. Finding quality shoes (flat or heeled) that go the distance is a surprisingly hard feat, but it's looking increasingly promising thanks to technology making its mark in the footwear world. I've already reviewed the ingenious German-engineered shoes that can be adapted from high to mid to flat heels in mere seconds, but there's further clever cordwainer action coming out of Europe right now…

Considering the scientifically validated promise of being 44% more comfortable than regular high heels, you can imagine my intrigue when this fact zipped into my inbox. How can any stilettos be 44% more comfortable? And who says so? Well, step up Roccamore, a Danish shoe brand established by Frederikke Antonie Schmidt that manages to craft good-looking, proper heels with orthopedist-developed insoles.

Tested by the Clinical Orthopedic Research Hospital in Denmark, these handmade-in-Italy heels reportedly ease the pressure on the ball of the foot by 26% (thanks to a high-tech compression pad) and by 44% on the arch (aided by a reinforced arch support). The shoe even trains you to walk in a more anatomically correct position. The combined concept was so persuasive that over 300 Kickstarter supporters helped the brand come to fruition.

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But what about IRL? Well, I had to give a pair a spin to judge for myself (see above photos). I opted for a ladylike pair of lace-up court shoes that tap into next season's lilac trend and look spring-ready enough for me to want to start wearing them now. And I can confirm: They are seriously comfortable. The adapted, cushioned arch and shoe-front do take a second or two to get used to—but that's momentary and something that is far outweighed by the extended time you can last in these. For me—thanks to my frustratingly wide feet—they are ever so slightly snug across my toes, but I know that the leather is soft enough to give without a major wearing-in session required.

Keep scrolling to shop my favourite pieces from Roccamore and discover the other brands that are starting to prove chic, comfortable high heels can be a reality.

Next up, the only accessory trends to know this spring.

Opening Image: Phill Taylor

Hannah Almassi
Editor in Chief

Hannah Almassi is the Editor in Chief of Who What Wear UK. Hannah has been part of the the Who What Wear brand since 2015, when she was headhunted to launch the UK sister site and social channels, implement a localised content strategy and build out the editorial team. She joined following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine, where she led front-of-book news, fashion features and shopping specials as fashion news and features editor. With experience in both print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 16 years in the field as a journalist, editor, content strategist and brand consultant. Hannah has interviewed industry heavyweights such as designers including Marc Jacobs and Jonathan Anderson through to arbiters of taste including Katie Grand and Anna Dello Russo. A skilled moderator and lecturer specialising in the shift to digital media and e-commerce, Hannah’s opinion and work has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times, The Telegraph and MatchesFashion.com, among many others. Hannah is often called upon for her take on trends, becoming known as a person with their finger of the pulse of what’s happening in the fashion space for stylish Brits. Hannah currently resides in Eastbourne with her photographer husband, incredibly busy son and highly Instagrammable cat.