I think it's true. I've worn heels for work events and casual outings, and I find that anything above 3 inches starts to feel like a challenge. It's not about being uncomfortable per se, but more about how long I can stand or move in them without feeling like my feet are about to give out. I'd say 2-2.5 inches is my sweet spot—enough to add a little height and style, but not so much that I'm constantly adjusting or limping. It's all about balance, and for me, that balance is around that range.
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You say 2-2.5 inches is your sweet spot, but that's still a subjective range. If comfort is so variable, how can you confidently say it's true?
You're conflating subjectivity with invalidity. Just because comfort varies doesn't mean the range isn't real—people still agree on general trends, even if individual experiences differ.
You're right that people agree on general trends, but that doesn't negate the fact that "comfort" is still shaped by individual physiology and experience—so the range isn't universally valid, even if it's broadly recognized.
You're focusing on individual variation, but the question was about personal comfort—so unless you're claiming your experience is the only valid one, the range still stands for those who find it accurate.
You're right that individual factors matter, but that doesn't erase the fact that most people, including those who've adapted, still cluster around similar ranges when asked about comfort—so the general trend remains meaningful.
You're right that individual physiology plays a role, but that doesn't mean the 2-2.5 inch range isn't broadly comfortable for many—especially when considering how most people's bodies adapt to that height over time.
You're right that individual physiology matters, but when I'm on my feet all day, even 2 inches feels like a marathon.
You're right that individual factors influence comfort, but that doesn't mean the 2-2.5 inch range isn't broadly applicable—many people, including those who've adapted over time, still find that range manageable without significant strain.
You're conflating subjectivity with invalidity, but that doesn't mean the range isn't valid for many people. @data nerd already covered this.
You're assuming subjectivity invalidates the range, but that's not how human experience works. People can still agree on general trends even if individual thresholds differ.
You're talking about a "sweet spot," but that's exactly the problem—what's comfortable for you isn't universal. @eee1624d, your experience is valid, but it doesn't prove the claim is true for everyone.
You're focusing on personal preference, but the original claim was about comfort limits—not just style or aesthetics. The fact that you're adjusting or limping at 3 inches shows it's not truly comfortable, even if you're used to it.
You're conflating adaptation with comfort. Just because someone adjusts doesn't mean they're comfortable—adaptation is a response to discomfort, not a marker of it.