This article about men wearing high heels delves a bit into the history of high heels as well as how they developed into feminine footwear rather than masculine as they originally were. It also goes into quite a bit of detail about subcultural and general acceptance of men wearing heels today.
It’s a long article, but definitely worth a read for anyone interested in heels, although you could apply a lot of what is said about men in heels to men in skirts, dresses or anything else really as well.
Are Men Wearing High Heels? Trends, History, And Societal Acceptance Explored [Updated:July 2025]
Yes, men wear high heels. High heels were once a sign of power in men’s fashion. Today, brands like Rick Owens and Christian Louboutin support this
https://decentfoot.com/are-men-wearing-high-heels/
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I found that article interesting. What I find amusing is that I’ve had women ask me how I can walk in high heels, as if that should be an impossibility since I’m a man, and I tell them all the same thing….practice!
That is amusing! My wife asks me the same question, but it’s more aimed at how I can stand to wear them for such a long period of time.