Is it permissible for a woman to wear high heels, or is it forbidden due to the health damages it causes, its entry into the realm of perdition and harm, and its violation of Islamic teachings such as swaying in walking, making a sound that attracts attention, imitating disbelieving women, deception, and attempting to appear taller and cause temptation?
Regarding wearing high heels: it does not necessitate exposing the foot, nor is it highly probable that the wearer will fall. Medical harms require precise proof. Swaying is not inherent, but if it occurs with some types, it becomes forbidden. It does not necessitate producing the forbidden sound of adornment. Imitating disbelievers or transgressors is forbidden, but not every resemblance constitutes imitation. Deceiving a suitor is impermissible, and this applies specifically to the suitor's image and does not extend to a married woman or one who does not deceive her suitor.
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