It's a point during a night out so many women are painfully familiar with.
You've been ignoring the twinge, pinch and pressure of your heels but suddenly, it's all too much.
Odds are you've not packed a comfy pair of flats so it's either a risky, barefoot hobble for the rest of the night, or you power on with your shoes, which now resemble implements of torture.
Thankfully, two understanding souls have created "Aftersocks" , which have a reinforced sole so you can ditch your heels, without having to worry about broken glass and the general debris of a night out.
These much-needed additions to our wardrobe will keep your feet clean and comfortable and will roll up nice and tidily, so they can fit in your handbag.
Aftersocks are made from high-quality nylon with a reinforced PVC sole and can be purchased in fashion-froward black, silver and gold.
Creators Monika Trojanowska and Joel Bijlmer wrote: "Wear the uncomfy shoes and then walk around barefoot, or wear something sensible… and boring. It has long been a dilemma that many have faced, but for which none have found a satisfactory solution… until now.
"Now you have the opportunity to solve this age-old problem with a ground-breaking new creation that will surely have your toes twinkling with delight.
"Aftersocks is an elegant solution to a problem that most women face.
"A solution so simple that no one ever thought of it: Aftersocks that have been thoughtfully designed and crafted with an underside constructed from PVC and extra soft layers of cushioning that hug the contours of your feet."
