As a model, you’ll always want to put your best foot forward—whether you’re walking down the runway or posing for a fashion photographer in New York City. But it can be hard to put your best foot forward when you don’t have much practice walking in heels. Models are expected to be able to walk in whatever shoes they’re modeling that day, so it’s important to practice and pick up tips as early as possible. 
Wearing Heels
You will likely be asked to wear high heels during future photo shoots, and you might even want to wear them when you’re working with a fashion photographer to create your modeling portfolio. If you don’t have much experience with heels, it’s a good idea to practice wearing them and walking in them during your free time. You’ll feel most comfortable if you walk heel to toe and take small steps. Focus on your posture and walking in a straight line so you’ll look elegant and graceful when wearing heels.
Wearing Wedges
Wedges might seem like they’re easier to walk in than heels because they offer more support, but these shoes can also be tricky if you don’t have much experience wearing them. Just like with heels, it’s important to walk heel to toe when wearing wedges. Not only does this look more graceful than putting your whole foot down at once, it also helps you feel more stable and comfortable in your shoes. Keeping your head up can also help you achieve a beautiful walk in wedges, and it will come in handy when meeting with a fashion photographer.
Wearing Shoes That Don’t Fit Properly
A proper fit is one of the most important elements to look for when choosing heels or wedges that will be as comfortable as possible. Unfortunately, models often have to wear shoes that are too small or too big during fashion shows and photo shoots. Adding tissue, cushioning, or double-sided tape to shoes that are too big can help them stay on your feet. It can be more difficult to wear shoes that are too small, but you should focus on maintaining good posture, walking straight, sitting down whenever you have free time, and taking off the shoes as soon as you’re done.