Ever wondered how celebrities walk the red carpet in heels? From Margot Robbie ... trends now
The Oscars is the highlight of the awards season, and every celebrity guest primped their hair, make-up and wardrobe for the ceremony.
But while they arrived at the Academy Awards in chauffeur-driven limousines, many still faced the challenge of navigating the red carpet in high heels. So, what tricks do celebrity stylists have up their sleeves to help the stars cope?
Claudia Joseph asked podiatrist Dipesh Raja, of Footopia in London’s Chelsea, to assess their tips and reveal what’s best for you to try on your next night out.
THE FOOT SPRAY
TIP: Barbie star Margot Robbie flew around the world promoting her hit movie, posing for the cameras in a succession of Manolo Blahnik stilettos to complement her sugar-pink outfits. But, before she leaves her hotel room, the star reportedly uses $20 Still Standing foot spray to prevent swelling.
TV producer and writer Lyn Butler created the spray, which is a combination of cooling menthol, arnica, aloe and ilex, which are ‘time-tested natural anti-inflammatories and pain relievers’, together with vitamin E and tea tree oil, to give your feet a magic ice bath.
When getting ready to walk the red carpet, Margot Robbie reportedly uses $20 Still Standing foot spray to prevent swelling
It can be hard to find Still Standing in the UK, but Haute Heels Soothing Foot Spray, with arnica, aloe and ilex, is an alternative (£6.99, hollywood fashionsecrets.co.uk).
VERDICT: Clearly some people are getting comfort by using this spray. Certainly, it contains anti-inflammatories, which are time-tested and could mitigate soreness and aching feet. But that does not negate the problems of wearing high heels regularly. 6/10
THE INSOLES
TIP: As one of the most photographed women in the world, the Princess of Wales knows that she has to spend a lot of time on her feet. So, she has invested in a pair of £18.95 leather insoles from
