Buying the correct shoe size is the best way to prevent overhanging toes in open-toe shoes. Thirty years ago, the average shoe size for women was 7.5, but it has since increased to 8.5.
Many women who have given birth discover their feet no longer fit into their old summer sandals. Feet often grow during pregnancy, and many women find their feet continue to enlarge later in life. You’re also more likely to experience toe overhang when wearing high-heeled sandals, which are more likely to cause slippage.
Luckily, there are many ways to prevent heels from slipping. Some women swear by halter pads (shoe inserts that fit under the ball of the foot) and arch support, which helps keep the foot back and adds support.
The undisputed queen of toe overhangs is undoubtedly Julianne Moore. Her shoe disaster was named “toemageddon” by the media, giving her the number one spot on our list!
1. Julianne Moore’s “Toemageddon” at Cannes Film Festival
Julianne Moore wearing a strapless Christian Dior Couture organza gown at the Opening Ceremony of the 66th Cannes Film Festival in Cannes, France on May 15, 2013 (Credit: WENN)
The American actress donned a strapless Christian Dior Couture organza gown with a pair of ‘Tokyo’ platform sandals from Charlotte Olympia’s Resort 2012 collection.
Julianne Moore’s toes are making a dramatic exit from her heels (Credit: WENN)
Julianne Moore with crazy toe overhang in Charlotte Olympia ‘Tokyo’ platform sandals (Credit: WENN)
2. Kate Moss and Her Strappy Louboutin Slip-up
Kate Moss effortlessly rocks an all-black ensemble with a dramatic fur stole and strappy sandals, leaving Claridge’s in London with Jamie Hince by her side on May 15, 2012 (Credit: WENN)
The English model appeared in need of a pedicure as she attended a Marie Curie fundraiser with her husband, Jamie Hince. Could it have been the strappy heels that caused her toes to look this way?
Kate Moss struggles with significant toe overhang in her strappy black heels, indicating an unfortunate shoe fit mishap (Credit: WENN)
3. Kate Beckinsale’s Size Mishap in Stuart Weitzman Heels
Kate Beckinsale wearing a floral strapless mini dress from Rubin Singer at Warner Music Group’s annual Grammy celebration at Sunset Tower Hotel in Los Angeles on January 26, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Brian To)
The English actress wore a pair of Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals with at least one number too small. What was she thinking?
Kate Beckinsale experiences noticeable toe overhang in her Stuart Weitzman sandals, likely due to a poor shoe size choice (Credit: WENN / Brian To)
4. Kendall Jenner’s Dazzling Disaster in Silver Sandals
Kendall Jenner a slinky white halter gown by Octavio Carlin at the Harper’s Bazaar Celebrates Icons by Carine Roitfeld event at The Plaza Hotel in New York City on September 5, 2014 (Credit: WENN)
While famous for her spider toes, the American fashion model and television personality has a talented crew of stylists to assist her. That’s why we don’t know what went wrong during New York Fashion Week.
Kendall Jenner shows noticeable toe overhang in her glittering strappy sandals (Credit: WENN)
5. Amber Rose’s Red Carpet Struggle in Tom Ford Heels
Amber Rose and Blac Chyna kiss on the red carpet at the 2015 BET Awards at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on June 28, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
The American rapper, model, fashion designer, and actress did her best to destroy the red carpet with a pair of Tom Ford sandals at the BET Awards.
Amber Rose displays a fresh pedicure, but her toes overhang significantly in her white Tom Ford heels, highlighting an uncomfortable fit (Credit: WENN / FayesVision)
6. Jennifer Lawrence’s Manolo Blahnik Overhang at Mockingjay Premiere
Jennifer Lawrence donned a Dior diamond-shaped quilted dress at the world premiere of The Hunger Games: Mockingjay — Part 1 in London, England, on November 10, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Daniel Deme)
For good measure, the same day, she suffered her infamous nipple slip.
Jennifer Lawrence’s toes are slightly overhanging in her Manolo Blahnik t-strap sandals (Credit: WENN)
7. Jennifer Garner’s Pinky Toe Escape in Jimmy Choo Heels
Jennifer Garner wearing a blush-colored Valentino dress at the 29th American Cinematheque Awards to honor Reese Witherspoon in Los Angeles on October 31, 2015 (Credit: WENN / FayesVision)
Don’t you wonder if the American actress and film producer noticed something weird was happening down there?
Jennifer Garner’s toes are making a bold escape in her towering Jimmy Choos (Credit: WENN / FayesVision)
8. Rashida Jones’ Slipping Toes in Rupert Sanderson Sandals
It’s quite possible that the American actress, comic book author, film producer, and screenwriter had a good time at the Independent Spirit Brunch. However, her toes wanted to leave.
Rashida Jones wearing a Dolce & Gabbana lily print dress at the 2013 Independent Spirit Brunch held at BOA Steakhouse in West Hollywood on January 12, 2013 (Credit: WENN / FayesVision)
She styled a Dolce & Gabbana dress with a pair of Rupert Sanderson “Teoni” sandals, which also caused problems for Emmy Rossum.
Rashida Jones’ toes may be sneaking out of her Rupert Sanderson sandals, but her style game remains solid (Credit: WENN / FayesVision)
9. Emmy Rossum’s Footwear Fumble in Rupert Sanderson Heels
Emmy Rossum wearing a beaded Naeem Khan Resort 2013 dress at Jeffrey Fashion Cares 10th Anniversary Celebration at The Intrepid on April 2, 2013 (Credit: WENN / Kyle Blair)
No, we did not have to see that. While both Rashida Jones and Emmy Rossum had problems wearing these sandals, Katie Aselton did a good job at the 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards.
Emmy Rossum’s pedicure shines through her Rupert Sanderson sandals, but her toes are stepping just a little too far (Credit: WENN / Kyle Blair)
10. Mollie King’s Toe Trouble at the British Fashion Awards
Mollie King turns heads in a bold black-and-white gown alongside David Gandy at the British Fashion Awards, showcasing her thigh-high slit and chic ankle-strap heels on November 23, 2015 (Credit: WENN / Lia Toby)
Considering the above shoe disasters, the English singer-songwriter should not feel too bad about her toe overhang at the 2015 British Fashion Awards.
Mollie King’s glossy red pedicure shines as her big toe peeks through her sleek black ankle-strap heels on the red carpet (Credit: WENN / Lia Toby)