A heel is the bottom, back part of a shoe or boot that provides elevation. The styling and construction of a heel may vary (i.e., stacked, stilletto, spiked, sculptured, kitten).
About Platform Shoes:
On platform shoes, an extra component is inserted between the insole and the outsole to add height to the wearer, or to give a chunky look. Platform shoes, also referred to as platforms, are made of various plastics, cork grain, or even wood. In some cases, platform shoes are molded in one piece that includes the outsole and the heel.
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