Heel Size for Figure Comp

[mcj]

Hello Ladies!

I am hoping to compete in my first figure competition in Oct/Nov. I was told to get the shoes very early on and practice plenty!

I saw this in another post somewhere, but now I can't find it - is a 4" heel size acceptable?

I have no problem getting a 5" heel (and I know to get very little platform), but I am already almost 5'9" so I was just wondering if the 4" would be an option? Is there a big difference on stage??

[teenyGreen]

That's fine. I wish I bought 4" shoes. I'm the same height as you. Mine are 5". It's not utterly, terrible, but considering most competitors are short. I think I'll stick out. Oh well.

[sixzebra]

you can use 4", there's not going to be a huge difference between 4 and 5, but the 5 will give a slightly longer look in your leg. I use 5" and I'm pretty comfortable with them. plus it puts you up on your toes a little more which will help bring out your muscles a little more