Okay, so you guys know I’m obsessed with shoes, right? And Rihanna? Come on, who isn’t?! So when I saw those pics of her rocking some seriously killer heels a while back, I knew I had to find something similar. The “rihanna shoes” search began!
First, I hit up the usual suspects online. You know, the big retailers. I was typing in “strappy heels,” “statement shoes,” “bold stilettos” – everything I could think of to capture that Rihanna vibe. I scrolled for hours, honestly. Found some decent options, but nothing that screamed “Rihanna just wore these!”
Then, I remembered this smaller boutique I follow on Insta. They always have super unique stuff. So I jumped over there and started browsing. Bingo! They had a pair of these crazy platform heels with ankle straps. Not exactly the same as what Rihanna was wearing, but definitely in the same ballpark. They were bright pink, which is totally not my usual color, but I was feeling adventurous. Plus, Rihanna is fearless with her fashion, so I figured I should be too.
The price was…oof. Let’s just say they were an investment. But I kept thinking about how confident Rihanna looked in her shoes, and I wanted that feeling too. So I took a deep breath and clicked “add to cart.”
They arrived like a week later, and I was SO excited. The box was even fancy, which is always a good sign. I ripped it open, and there they were – bright pink, towering, and definitely statement-making. I tried them on immediately, and…they were HARD to walk in! Seriously, I almost ate it a few times just trying to get to the mirror.
But I wasn’t giving up that easily. I spent the next few days practicing walking around my apartment in them. At first, I was clinging to the walls. But slowly, I started to get the hang of it. I even managed to walk to the mailbox and back without falling! Baby steps, people, baby steps.
Finally, I felt confident enough to wear them out. I paired them with a simple black dress to let the shoes do the talking. And you know what? I felt amazing! I definitely got some stares, but I didn’t care. I was channeling my inner Rihanna, and it felt great.
Lessons learned:
- Don’t be afraid to step outside your comfort zone with your style.
- Even if something is hard at first, keep practicing!
- The right shoes can make you feel like you can conquer the world.
Would I do it again?
Hell yeah! I might not wear those pink platforms every day, but they’re definitely a fun addition to my wardrobe. And who knows, maybe next time I’ll be brave enough to rock something even bolder. Thanks, Rihanna, for the inspiration!
