[RildFiemodo]

salaam

Is there any ruling available re this issue. I, as a man see this as a form of attraction on the womans part. Obviously theres the noise they make plus the woman appears to walk in a certain way. Would this be enough to class the wearing of such shoes haraam?

Jazakallah

[loginereQQ]

Hm...

High-heels - I just wanted to define high heel shoes - are we talking about 'stilettos'? (not platforms? - which are like a chunk or block like heel to the shoe, or wedge shoes, which are no stilettos, but entirely with the shoe shaped like shoe..)..I just wanted to define that first...because

Stilettoes to me - I would agree - make noise, draw attention, define the calfs, etc etc...don't really go with what I know of the sunnah -

As far as wedge shaped shoes are concerned or platform like shoes - I would be interested too in knowing the significance of such shoes (that don't make noise) but give height instead.

Okay all of that said - is adding height to your height (unless really short - even that,) a bad thing - or does it relate in any way to pride?

Personally I think all such shoes are not so good for tendons - cause tendon shortening apparently - and - intention wise ie to draw attention fullstop, question ? pride element? - and general force of impact on the bones - and from a medical point of view cause all sorts of problems, eg deviation of the first metatarsophalangeal joint aka bunion risk, and from an intention and furthering the heart point of view - don't sound too good either.

I know there is a hadith or two. ...I'm sure there is...

From a practical point of view don't help at all - but people still suffer wearing it. Ie you can't really run too good in heels...in the work place, if ur on your feet all day aint to great either - ask a nurse.

The only thing I know heels do do, is help with the back and straightening the posture.

[QualityReachOut]

brother Muadh had once quote something about this matter ina a thread. hope u can help us to find out.

[bestonlinepharmasy2]

brother Muadh had once quote something about this matter ina a thread. hope u can help us to find out.

Asslamo Allaikum,

I don't know the ruling according to Hanafi Madhab.

According to Hanbali Ulama Shaykh Bin-Baaz (RA) considers it "at least Makrooh" and Sheikh Muhammed Salih Al-Munajjid considers them "Not Permissible".

Allah (SWT) knows best.

[RildFiemodo]

Thanks for the input Sister. Indeed something that is mentioned in one the verdicts posted bt Muadh dies refer to the fact that it leads to a posture which isn't very modest. I've just tried walking as if i've got hi-heels on and it's nearly impossible for me to walk naturally. In the case of a woman this would draw attention to certain parts of her body which is against the islamic concept of hijaab.

[KkJvrG4d]

Thanks for the input Sister. Indeed something that is mentioned in one the verdicts posted bt Muadh dies refer to the fact that it leads to a posture which isn't very modest. I've just tried walking as if i've got hi-heels on and it's nearly impossible for me to walk naturally. In the case of a woman this would draw attention to certain parts of her body which is against the islamic concept of hijaab.

That's not nearly as big of a deal as the making noise and attracting attention bit, which correlates with hadiths on the harmful nature of other ornamental types of adornment.

If you're talking about a slightly raised heel, then arguing about posture, is quite frankly, pushing it. And I don't know if you'll win any arguments with women over that.

[stoneeZef]

There is nothing wrong in wearing high heels. They are just to look attractive. And there is nothing bad if you want to look attractive. Even every women wants to look attractive.

[mv37afnr]

There is nothing wrong in wearing high heels. They are just to look attractive. And there is nothing bad if you want to look attractive. Even every women wants to look attractive.

May I respectfully ask, Look attractive for who and in what way??

THis is an interesting issue, its one of those which many are quick to say"Haram" but we should really use our best judgment. If we as Muslims only knew the value of our deeds, we would not risk our Iman and our Akhira to engage in actions that we think make us feel or look good, when they are totally unnecessary.

Any doctor will tell you that very high heels in general are not good for your posture, and over extended periods of time, can even cause damage to the position of the uterus and ovaries. Not to mention a recent study found that out of various sounds, the sound that is made by a woman walking in heels arouses men, even before he sees her (we all know this, we didnt need a study to prove it). That alone should be enough for any modest women to avoid them. Wa Allahu A3lam.

[uC4F0NVL]

There is nothing wrong in wearing high heels. They are just to look attractive. And there is nothing bad if you want to look attractive. Even every women wants to look attractive.

This is an Islamic forum, answers are according to Islamic Law and not by laymen like you. you should respect that if you want to stay here.

[gedsiz]

Though they don't cite a hadith or ayat in this particular case, I know IslamWeb is reputable with competent scholars and muftis issuing fatawas.

Here's a short fatwa on this issue from islamweb.net:

Question
Asslamu Aleikum, What is the hadith on women wearing high-heeled shoes whether they be stiletto or wedge style? Is it permissable for her to wear them among other Muslim women or for her husband? Would you be so gracious as to cite a hadith in your answer insha'Allah. Jazakallahu Khayrun.

Answer
All perfect praise be to Allaah, The Lord of the Worlds. I testify that there is none worthy of worship except Allaah, and that Muhammad , is His slave and Messenger.

In principle all clothing are permissible, and it is only what leads to a religious prohibition that is forbidden. Wearing high-heeled shoes is included in this principle. However, since in general wearing such shoes makes the woman’s walk enticing and seductive. Moreover, it may expose parts of the woman’s beauty or sometimes make attractive noises. Therefore, a woman should not wear them except in front of her husband or when being in company of women only.
Allaah Knows best.

[gedsiz]

There is nothing wrong in wearing high heels. They are just to look attractive. And there is nothing bad if you want to look attractive. Even every women wants to look attractive.

You made me laugh. I'm not sure if you know what you're talking about sister.

Also, if you are not muslim (I don't know, just taking an educated guess based on your name and comment, so forgive me if I am wrong), then please change your madhab from Hanafi to "not muslim", so as not to mislead others on here. I believe you can do so somewhere in your settings.

May Allah forgive me if I said anything wrong and may He help and guide us all. Ameen.

[uC4F0NVL]

What a nice name you've got bro Shuayb Abdul-Khaaliq, hayakAllah.

Wassalam.

[enencephoth]

Assalamualaikum

Surah Noor 24
Ayat 31

"And let them not stamp their feet in a way that the adornment they conceal is known"

Ma,ariful Quran (Mufti Muhammed Shafi)

"It is incumbent upon women to step so gently that no sound is made of their ornaments and none of their zinah is exposed to men"

[gedsiz]

What a nice name you've got bro Shuayb Abdul-Khaaliq, hayakAllah.

Wassalam.

brother, Alhamdulillah.

Yours is not bad either, bugmenot! Lol jk!

[stoneeZef]

I am sorry if someone felt hurt because of me. I just gave my view.

[InvertPrete]

I am sorry if someone felt hurt because of me. I just gave my view.

Hi, no worries, your comment was not offensive. What Brother Bugmenot was trying to point out is that this forum site is based on Islamic view, and the question on the thread is also concerned with the Islamic view of women wearing high heels. Not general opinion. Women in Islam, including men, have to dress modestly and try their best not to draw attention from the opposite sex. You can see that some members are discussing how high heels can draw inappropriate attention from men. I would like to apologize from now if any of the members may offend you; but do take care before posting personal opinion. If you have any questions regarding Islam, feel free to ask!

[DumErrory]

High heels are certainly uncomfortable. I remember my mum tried wearing them when she was younger, and I was the one who had to massage her aching calves and feet every night. Finally she saw sense and gave up, and wore comfortable plimsols instead.

Why should women torture themselves wearing something so impractical?

[mv37afnr]

Some comic relief:I find the concept of wearing heels for ones husband quite hilarious. If hes only going to be able to look at you like that in your house, does that mean you'd be wearing stilettos while cooking cleaning and changing diapers walking up and down the halls? lol. BTW please stop calling each other names brothers, I'n not sure if that guy is Muslim, and he definitely should not have written something so wierd, but still you need to correct him without saying bad terms, if possible

[Anckzxik]

salaam

Is there any ruling available re this issue. I, as a man see this as a form of attraction on the womans part. Obviously theres the noise they make plus the woman appears to walk in a certain way. Would this be enough to class the wearing of such shoes haraam?

Jazakallah

I expect that if you are a man you are prohibited from wearing high heels since this type of shoe is regarded as "women's attire" and cross dressing is prohibited. Funky-platform shoes were popular among some men in the 70s. I've forgotten what they were called.

If you are not a women, I'm not sure why you are asking this question. It probably belongs on the women's forums, or are they busy over there discussing what men ought and ought not to wear?

Salaam,

Abu Marwan

[mv37afnr]

I expect that if you are a man you are prohibited from wearing high heels since this type of shoe is regarded as "women's attire" and cross dressing is prohibited. Funky-platform shoes were popular among some men in the 70s. I've forgotten what they were called.

If you are not a women, I'm not sure why you are asking this question. It probably belongs on the women's forums, or are they busy over there discussing what men ought and ought not to wear?

Salaam,

Abu Marwan

Men should be knowledgeable about this too so that they can advise their wives and sisters and daughters, do not encourage ignorance bro. Its not a supper private subject, especially since it affects men too, and some of them just want to know why women are doing this, and how to stop it.