Month: June 2025

  • She Who Masters Pace, Masters True Elegance

    She Who Masters Pace, Masters True Elegance

    In the world of high heels
    walking elegance, there is one
    element that reveals everything.

    It is the pace.
    It is the rhythm.

    It is the silence between
    movements that reveals
    everything.

    Even something as simple
    as breath tells us much.

    The depth of your breathing
    governs every pause
    every stillness, every movement
    between movements.

    When your breath is deep
    graceful motion naturally follows.
     The opposite is equally true.

    The same applies when walking
    in high heels. If you find yourself
    rushing, observe your breath.

    You will likely find it shallow
    even fragmented.
    And in that moment
    elegance begins to disappear.

    If you wish to expand your
    charisma with grace, you must stay
    in touch with the depth of your breath.

    This is not optional.
    It is essential.

    In my high heels lessons
    I place great importance on
    moving at a slow, deliberate pace
    especially during stretching and
    physical exercises.

    This is not simply for aesthetics.

    As I have often written in
    previous blog entries, walking
    beautifully and correctly in
    high heels requires strengthening
    the body’s axis and developing
    the inner leg muscles.

    These particular muscles cannot
    be trained through fast movements.

    They can only be developed
    through slow, deliberate movement
    that resembles slow motion.

    When you move quickly
    your body relies on momentum.

    As a result, the correct
    muscles are left untouched.

    On the other hand
    if you are able to walk slowly
    with proper technique
    you will also be able to walk
    at a faster pace while still using
    the correct muscles.

    One of my clients
    a pianist, once shared a memory
    from her teacher.

    “He never allowed me to play fast.
    Technique is trained in slowness.”

    This principle applies far
    beyond music. It holds true in
    every refined discipline.

    And of course
    in the art of high heels walking
    elegance where pace, precision
    and grace must be cultivated
    consciously.

    Many people rush toward results
    drawn to what is visually grand.

    But without mastering the unseen
    foundation, nothing will last.

    What most choose to avoid
    is what matters most.

    That is where all refinement is born.

    At ASAMI-PARIS
    the investment is always
    in the foundation.

    Without it, it is impossible to
    walk in high heels with true elegance.

    This is something I can
    state without hesitation.

    If you are considering joining
    my high heels lessons, I ask that
    you do not expect to acquire
    everything in a single day.

    Even if you try to build without
    a solid foundation, it will
    eventually crumble with the
    passage of time.

    The path to true high heels
    walking elegance cannot be rushed.

    Walking is never simply a means
    of getting somewhere.

    It is the evidence that you live
    each moment with intention and
    from that intention, your aesthetic
    emerges naturally, manifesting
    as an unmistakable aura.

    It is the simplest form of beauty
    that holds the greatest strength in
    elegance.

    This is the sublime refinement
     that dwells in Paris.


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  • When Silence Becomes Elegance

    When Silence Becomes Elegance

    Silence is a sublime kind of strength.
    Within this strength lies true elegance.

    Beauty is not about proving
    anything to others, but about allowing
    the quiet yet powerful energy within
    to reflect outward through presence.

    True beauty, noble beauty
    fades the moment we compare
    to others, to who we were
    or to who we think we should
    become.

    You do not need to prove your
    worth to the world.

    The moment you fully
    recognize it within yourself
    you enter that deep silent space
    where the essence of elegance lives.

    And this is precisely
    what the philosophy of high heels
    at ASAMI-PARIS embodies    :
    The union between silence
    and elegance.

    And in every poised step
    we are reminded that
    when silence becomes elegance
    it becomes timeless.


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  • Stiletto vs Platform Heels

    Stiletto vs Platform Heels

    Following on from my previous
    article     on how to choose the ideal
    pair of heels, today I would like to
    focus on the comparison between
    stiletto vs platform heels—two iconic
    styles with distinct form and function.

    Stiletto Heels

    Among the most timeless footwear
    choices, stiletto vs platform heels
    continue to shape the way women
    express elegance and strength.

    This classic style features no
    added platform under the sole
    offering a silhouette that is at
    once simple, sleek, and effortlessly
    refined.

    The absence of a platform allows
    for more direct contact between
    your sole and the ground, making
    it easier to feel and engage the ball
    of the big toe—a key point in
    achieving proper balance and
    graceful walking.

    That said, because there is no
    added sole height, you may directly
    feel the chill of the pavement during
    winter months or the heat of the
    asphalt in summer, especially if the
    shoes are made of thinner materials.

    However, one of the major
    advantages of stiletto heels
    lies in their stability on stairs or
    inclined surfaces.

    Without the elevated front
    the body’s axis remains better
    aligned, making balance easier
     to maintain—offering a sense
     of control and security with
    each step.

    Platform Heels

    Platform heels feature a thicker
    sole beneath the forefoot, which
    contributes to a more glamorous
    and dramatic appearance compared
    to stilettos.

    For special occasions such as
    elegant soirées or moments
    when all eyes are on you, platform
    heels offer a commanding presence
     that draws admiration with every step.

    At the same time, their distinctive
    structure calls for a heightened
    level of awareness and refined
    technique.

    The elevated sole subtly shifts
    the body’s natural alignment
    making it essential to walk with
    greater intention and control to
    preserve your grace and stability.

    This is especially important
    when descending stairs or walking
    on uneven terrain, where the
     incline of the platform can gently
    encourage a forward pitch—
    slightly increasing the risk of
    imbalance or a misstep.

    To avoid this, it is essential
    to press powerfully through the
    ball of the big toe with every step.

    If this push is weak, the thickness
    of the sole will prevent that point
    of contact from properly engaging
    with the ground, making it even
    more crucial than in stilettos to press
    down intentionally with the ball
    of the big toe.

    For safety and grace
    I also recommend holding
    onto a  handrail or walking close
    to a wall when descending stairs
    in platform heels.

    Additionally, due to the
     forward-leaning design of
    many platform shoes, the upper
     body tends to tilt forward.

    Therefore, it’s essential to
    actively lift the abdominal
    muscles upward—even more
    so than with stilettos.

    Think of this as a form of
    internal resistance training
    like using a precision sports
    machine.

    Incorporating exercises that
    strengthen the core and train
    the ball of the big toe will
    dramatically improve your walk
    and posture over time.

    On the plus side, platform
    soles provide added cushioning
    absorbing shock from the ground.

    This reduces strain on the
    feet—much like performance
    running shoes—making them
    a practical choice for extended wear.

    How I Personally Work with
    Stiletto vs Platform Heels

    Understanding the core differences
    between stiletto vs platform heels
    is not only valuable in teaching
    but also essential in my own personal
    practice.

    In my daily high-heel routine
    I primarily wear platform heels during
    training or movement exercises.

    Once my practice is complete
    I transition into stiletto heels.

    This transition allows me to refine
    my awareness of both styles
    and maintain fluency in their distinct
    techniques—without favoring one
    over the other.

    In my teaching, I often advise
    clients to alternate between both styles.

    Why? Because the techniques for
    walking in each are fundamentally
    different—particularly in the
    way the foot moves forward.

    When walking in platform heels
    you must calculate the additional
    sole height in every step.

    If this is not taken into account
    the toe of the shoe may drag—
    leading to a loss of elegance
    or even damage to the shoe.

    Conversely
    if you are accustomed to
    walking in platform heels and
    then switch to stilettos, there’s a
    tendency to exaggerate the foot
    movement—resulting in a walk that
    lacks subtlety and grace.

    For this reason
    I recommend alternating
    between both types of heels
    regularly so that your technique
    remains well-balanced and your
    walk does not develop a dominant
    pattern that lacks versatility.

    In my own practice
    I observe my footwork in the
    mirror each morning, making
    small adjustments as needed.

    This habit is one I encourage
    for all who seek true refinement.

    It would be a shame to allow
    beautiful shoes to lose their
    refinement due to unconscious
    habits—or to let overly dramatic
    footwork reduce the inherent elegance
    of an exquisitely crafted pair of heels.

    Final Thoughts on Choosing
    Between Stiletto vs Platform Heels

    As you explore stiletto vs platform
    heels, remember that the perfect
    choice reflects both your inner
    elegance and your lifestyle.

    When selecting your next
    pair of high heels, I encourage
    you to thoughtfully consider
    the unique advantages and
    nuances of both stiletto and
    platform styles.

    But more than anything else
    let your heart lead the way.

    Choose the pair that truly calls
    to you— for no motivation is
    more powerful, nor more elegant
    than the desire to walk beautifully
     in a shoe that moves your soul.

    If you feel a spark—
    the desire to walk beautifully in
    that particular pair— that alone
    becomes your greatest motivation
    and ultimately, the purest expression
    of your elegance.


    Contact
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  • Have you ever truly considered the height of your heels?

    Have you ever truly considered the height of your heels?

    When considering a luxury
    high heel height, most women
    choose based on visual appeal or
    stick to what feels familiar.

    But the truth is — selecting
    the heel height truly suited to
    your body is far more critical
     than most imagine.

    From a positive perspective,
    the right heel height can enhance
    your silhouette and even alleviate
    certain imbalances within the body.

    From a negative one
    it can distort your posture and
    become the very cause of discomfort
    and disharmony within the body.

    Personally, I believe that high
    heels — especially those over
    10 cm — are far more beautiful
    than lower ones.

    This is why I always emphasize
    the importance of finding
    your ideal luxury high heel height.

    And I hope many women can
    wear them as part of daily life.

    However, I must also share
    a few important cautions to
    keep in mind.

    High or Low Heels
    Which is Better?

    Having observed countless
    clients in my private sessions
    and based on my own experience
    I can say this: the ideal heel
    height is determined by one thing
    your muscle capacity.

    Many assume walking in
    heels is all about leg strength
    but the truth is, it engages
    the entire body.

    When I say “muscle”
     I refer to the whole system
    from core to legs, from
    alignment to stabilization.

    When Your Heel Height
    Exceeds Your Muscle Level

    In this case, the body’s priority
    becomes balance.

    As a result, the back arches
    unnaturally, leading to lower
    back pain.

    This occurs because walking
    beautifully in high heels requires
    upward abdominal strength —
    and when that lift is missing
    the body compensates.

    The weight can no longer
    rest correctly on the ball of
    the big toe and instead shifts
    outward along the sole.

    This destabilizes the body’s
    axis, making graceful walking
    impossible.

    If you’re unsure what “body axis”
    means — think of the muscles
    used in Pilates.

    Even in very high heels,
    those muscles hold the body
    still and unshaken.

    Beyond pain, posture suffers:
    the outer calves become
    overloaded, creating unbalanced
    bulky muscles that detract from
    a refined silhouette.

    What’s more, the arms
    begin to swing instinctively
    to maintain balance.

     While natural to some extent
    excessive arm motion
    breaks elegance.

    If your aim is true presence
    and refined movement,
    this must be consciously controlled.

    Otherwise, even the most
    beautiful heels — along with
    your dress, makeup and mature
    aura — can lose their power.

    When Your Heel Height is Too
    Low For Your Muscle Tone

    Choosing a luxury high heel
    height that’s too low for your
    muscular condition can also cause
    significant problems.

    The most common risk in this
    case is landing on bent knees
    which leads to strong shock in
    the knees and hips.

    Why does this happen?

    Because landing properly
    on the ball of the big toe
    becomes impossible in this
    position, which undermines
    your core stability and damages
    your alignment — the very
    foundation of your physical
    presence.

    The muscles of the knees
    are closely connected with
    the abs and back.

    If weakened, this leads directly
    to back pain and further instability.

    A lower heel may feel
     “comfortable” — but this is
    often an illusion.

    It removes the need to engage
    essential muscles, leading to
    a decline in posture, awareness
    and ultimately presence.

    Of course, walking beautifully
    in heels feels good —
    when done correctly.

    But this comfort is earned
    not accidental.

    As a professional
    I consider it part of my
    responsibility to advise clients
    when it’s time to increase
    heel height.

    Because the wrong timing
    not only limits progress
    but reverses it.

    Particularly above 10 cm,
    every 0.5 cm changes the
    level of muscular engagement.

    There is no one-size-fits-all
    answer to finding the perfect
    height.

    It depends on muscle
    condition, how quickly the
    body adapts, and how often
    one trains.

    But in my case, I assess
    a client’s current level in
    our first lesson and measure
    how well her body integrates
    movement by the next.

    Through this, I can precisely
    determine the optimal height.

    I am not only a teacher
    who reshapes the body —
    I am a guide who leads each
    woman to the heel height that
    enhances her unique beauty.

    If you long to wear higher
    heels — know that it is only
    natural.

    And yes, it is absolutely
    achievable. But it requires
    knowledge, training and habit.

    Walking beautifully in heels
    is not a special talent reserved
    for a few — it is a method.

    And because it is a method,
    it can be learned.

    This is why every woman
    no matter where she is in the
    world, can master the art of
    walking in high heels.

    This article has already become
    quite long, so in the next piece
    I’ll explore the two key types of heels:
    platform styles and classic
    non-platform stilettos.


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  • What You Must Never Do When Walking in High Heels

    What You Must Never Do When Walking in High Heels

    If you wish to walk through life
    alongside high heels and experience
    the best it has to offer through a truly
    luxury high heels walking method
    there is one thing you must never do.

    You must never land on the heel
    when your foot touches the ground.

    This is not only for the sake of beauty
    but, more importantly, to protect your
    precious body.

    This principle is foundational
    in any luxury high heels walking
    approach that protects not only beauty
    but body alignment.

    I have written about this topic many
    times before on my blog, because
    I know that most people do not go
    back to read past entries.

    So, today, I want to deliver this
    message first and foremost to you
    who have arrived at this post.

    Many people walk in high heels
    the same way they walk in flat shoes
    without questioning whether the two
    are fundamentally different.

    But let me ask you:
    What is attached beneath the
    heel of your shoe?

    The answer is the “heel” itself
     — its length and height vary
    but it is a raised component you
    cannot ignore.

    If you attempt to land on the heel
    while walking, disregarding this
    elevation, it is inevitable that you
    will harm your body.

    Landing on the heel causes the
    knee to bend easily at the moment
    of contact, which makes it impossible
    to place your weight on the ball of
    the big toe.

    Our body is designed to activate
    the inner muscles of the foot and leg
    when weight is properly placed on
     the ball of the big toe.

    This, in turn, engages
    the body’s central axis.

    Without this, weight and pressure
    shift to the outer part of the leg and
    foot, preventing the body from using
    its axis effectively during walking.

    As a result, the back arches
    backward in an attempt to regain
    balance, leading to lower back pain.

    Even when landing on the heel
    with the knee fully extended
    the body experiences harmful stress.

    This is because the pressure
    is placed directly on the knee joint
    which can cause damage over time.

    Moreover, landing sharply on the
    heel, at an angle where the heel
    meets the ground, leads to damage
     not only to your body but also to
     the heel itself.

    In the ASAMI-PARIS method
    the heel is never allowed to touch
    down first.

    To achieve this, you must
    intentionally point the forefoot
    downward as much as possible
    just before landing.

    This is done in an instant and
    is what I define as a technique.

    This allows you to land without
    bending the knees, while
    simultaneously placing your weight
    on the ball of the big toe.

    This allows you to land on the
    ground with weight on the ball
    of the big toe, while keeping the
    knee extended.

    When I teach a new client
    I always demonstrate both the
    correct and incorrect examples.

    When walking incorrectly
    by landing on the heel, even after
    just a few steps, I feel pressure
    on the outer calves, pain in my
    lower back and a loss of balance
    that makes walking difficult.

    When I intentionally demonstrate
    the incorrect way of walking
    by landing on the heel, even just
    a few steps are enough to cause
    noticeable discomfort in my lower back and
    outer calves.

    For those who live their life
    in high heels, I urge you to stop this
    harmful habit immediately—not only
    for the sake of elegance, but to protect
    the health of your precious body.

    Mastering luxury high heels walking
    requires deep understanding
    of the body’s structure and refined
    movement.

    Walking in high heels is entirely
    based on theory.

    Without understanding the body’s
    mechanics and the
     interconnectedness of the muscles
    walking based on intuition or
    self-taught methods is dangerous.

    In my twenties, I completed
    the Honolulu Marathon four times
    each time finishing under four hours.

    However, because I trained
    entirely on my own, without
    professional instruction, I ended
    up damaging my knees.

    The body is delicate.
    It requires a kind of instruction
    manual.

    Walking elegantly and
    healthily in high heels is
    in fact, both a sport and a
    full-body exercise.

    Walking may seem simple
    but it holds a complex and
    noble logic, akin to a sublime
    art form.

    To walk elegantly and
    healthily in high heels is
    a matter of theory — and
    the reverse is equally true.

    If you are reading this blog today
    please take it as a message
    from your own body.

    Our bodies hold a mysterious
     power and limitless potential.

    To walk elegantly and healthily
    in high heels is a matter of theory
    and the reverse is equally true.

    The Luxury High Heels Walking
    Method is built upon this theory,
    ensuring beauty and well-being in
    every step.

    True beauty is not something
    we seek outside ourselves.

    It is the miracle we discover within.


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