Alright, let’s talk about them platform sandals with straps, you know, the kind all the young girls are wearin’ these days. I saw a picture in a magazine, some fancy thing, and it got me thinkin’. These shoes, they ain’t nothin’ new. We used to wear somethin’ similar back in my day, only we called ’em somethin’ else, I reckon.

What are these platform sandals anyway? Well, they’re shoes, see? But they got this thick sole, makes you taller, like you’re standin’ on a little platform. And then they got straps, to hold your foot in, so you don’t go slippin’ and slidin’ all over the place. Some straps are skinny, some are thick, some go every which way, it’s all the same, just fancy lookin’ straps.
Now, why would a body want these shoes? Well, first off, they make you taller. If you’re short like me, that’s a good thing. You can see over the crowd at the market, and maybe reach that top shelf in the pantry without havin’ to climb on a chair. That’s a blessin’, lemme tell ya.
- Makes you taller: Gives you a bit of extra height, like standin’ on a little box.
- Comfy: Some of them are real comfy, like walkin’ on clouds, or so they say.
- Stylish: The young’uns say they’re stylish, makes ‘em look fancy. I don’t know nothin’ ‘bout that.
Where can you get these contraptions? Well, I hear tell you can get ‘em online, on that internet thingamajig. My grandbaby, she’s always buyin’ stuff on there. Says it’s easy, but I don’t trust it. You can’t try ‘em on before you buy ‘em, how you gonna know if they fit? Back in my day, you went to the store, you tried ‘em on, and then you bought ‘em. That’s how it should be, I reckon.
But I guess times are changin’. They got all sorts of colors too, black, brown, gold, even red and pink, like a flower garden on your feet. And they got different kinds of heels, some high, some low, some in between. It’s enough to make your head spin. I saw one pair, looked like somethin’ a movie star would wear. Sparkly and shiny, with straps all crisscrossed. Not for me, I say. I like somethin’ simple, somethin’ sturdy.
How do you pick the right pair? Well, that’s the tricky part, ain’t it? You gotta think about what you’re gonna be doin’ in them shoes. If you’re gonna be walkin’ a lot, you want somethin’ comfy, with good support. If you’re just gonna be sittin’ around lookin’ pretty, well, then you can get away with somethin’ a little less practical. And you gotta think about your style, what kinda clothes you wear. You don’t want your shoes clashin’ with your outfit, that’s just plain wrong.

And the straps, gotta pay attention to them straps. Some are just for looks, and some actually hold your foot in place. You want straps that are adjustable, so you can make ‘em tighter or looser, dependin’ on how your feet are feelin’ that day. Feet swell up sometimes, you know, especially in the summer heat. Gotta have room for that swellin’. And make sure them straps ain’t gonna rub you raw, that’s a misery you don’t want.
Comfort is key, I always say. Don’t matter how pretty a shoe is, if it ain’t comfy, it ain’t worth wearin’. You’ll be hobblin’ around like a lame duck, and ain’t nobody got time for that. Look for shoes with good cushionin’, somethin’ soft under your feet. And make sure they ain’t too heavy, you don’t want to be luggin’ around bricks on your feet all day. That’ll wear you out quicker than a hot day in the cotton fields.
So, are these platform sandals with straps worth all the fuss? I don’t know, maybe, maybe not. They look alright, I guess, for the young folks. Me, I’m stickin’ to my sensible shoes, the kind that keep my feet happy and my back straight. But if you’re lookin’ for somethin’ a little different, somethin’ to make you stand out in a crowd, well, these shoes might just be the ticket. Just make sure you pick a pair that fits right and feels good, that’s the most important thing.
One last thing: Don’t go breakin’ your neck tryin’ to walk in these things. Them platforms can be tricky, especially if you ain’t used to ’em. Take it slow, practice walkin’ around the house before you go out in public. And for goodness sake, don’t try runnin’ in ’em, you’ll end up flat on your face. Trust me on that one.
And another thing, watch out for them cheap ones, they ain’t worth a plugged nickel. They’ll fall apart after a few wears, and you’ll be right back where you started. Spend a little extra money, get a good quality pair, and they’ll last you a good long time. That’s what my mama always told me, and she was a smart woman, my mama.

Anyway, that’s all I got to say about these platform sandals. They’re a fancy newfangled thing, but maybe they ain’t so bad after all. Just remember what I told you, and you’ll be alright. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I gotta go soak my feet. All this talk about shoes has got ‘em achin’.