Why DOES Meghan wear heels that are too big for her? Fashion expert reveals the VERY

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Why DOES Meghan wear heels that are too big for her? Fashion expert reveals the VERY clever reason the Duchess goes a size up in red carpet shoes

Meghan Markle's every fashion footstep results in sell-out trends and copycat versions of her immaculate designer style. 

And among the Duchess of Sussex's penchant for shoes, eagle-eyed fans have now noticed her tendency for wearing heels that appear to be at least one size too big.

However, according to fashion stylist Hannah Eichler, Meghan's habit for wearing generously sized shoes is far from coincidental, and is in fact a well-known fashion hack among celebrities.

Hannah says the trick is used among stars to avoid blisters when attending red carpet events which require them to be on their feet for long periods of time, often leading feet to swell.

Well heeled? Eagle-eyed fans have now noticed Meghan Markle's tendency for wearing heels which appear to be at least one size too big, and a stylist has said this is far from coincidental. Pictured at Royal Ascot in June

Speaking to Femail, Hannah explained: 'The latest fashion hack as championed by Meghan Markle, sees stars wearing shoes a size up in a bid to avoid the pinch of post-red carpet feet.

'Whilst sizing up in the footwear department isn’t always the best sartorial statement, there are definite pros and cons to the trick.' 

She explains: 'You’ll avoid blisters by going up a size in shoes which feature laser detailing and multiple straps, or when buying cheaper shoes made of man-made materials instead of leather which stretches.

'However, shoes that are too big can cause some of the same issues that occur when you wear shoes that are too small. Shoes which slip can cause irritation from rubbing which can lead to blisters.'

According to fashion stylist Hannah Eichler, Meghan's habit for wearing generously-sized shoes is in fact a well-known fashion hack among the celebrities. Pictured at the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace last week

Sharing the tips to buying well-fitting shoes, she continued: 'The key to buying perfectly fitting shoes is to always try on footwear in the afternoon when your feet are at their biggest. 

'The best style hack to avoid painful shoes is to rub ibuprofen gel onto prime pain spots such as the balls of your feet, heels and toes before you pop your shoes on, and always carry a tube in your handbag so you can apply at four-hour intervals.

'Adding silicone pads or insoles into your shoes will also help to relieve discomfort and help slightly larger-fitting shoes.'

Hannah says the trick is used among stars to avoid blisters when attending red carpet events which require them to be on their feet for long periods of time, which can cause feet to swell. Pictured at the announcement of their engagement

Speaking to Femail, Hannah explained: 'The latest fashion hack as championed by Meghan Markle, sees stars wearing shoes a size up in a bid to avoid the pinch of heels'. Meghan pictured during a visit to Titanic Belfast Maritime Museum in March

A copycat version of the £490 Aquazzura shoes (seen) she wore at the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace last week sold out online within a day

Fashion fans spotted a purse-friendly copy of the shoes on Kurt Geiger's website, featuring the cut-out ankle strap, reduced from £59 to just £29

Explaining that the former Hollywood star doesn't need to 'break shoes' in or stretch them, stylist Lucas Armitage added: 'Meghan won’t repeat shoes so having some room at the back is a sensible option and preferable to having to wear plasters or be in the pain of a shoe rubbing on the back of her foot.' 

Meanwhile, a copycat version of the £490 Aquazzura shoes Meghan wore at the Queen's Young Leaders Awards Ceremony at Buckingham Palace last week sold out online within a day.

Fashion fans spotted a purse-friendly copy of the shoes on Kurt Geiger's website, featuring the cut-out ankle strap, reduced from £59 to just £29 which quickly sold out.

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