But, of course, Victoria Beckham isn't most people and manages to traipse around all day in pencil-thin heels.
The fashion designer, 38, pulled off quite a feat by managing to balance in the black suede pumps, which had incredibly thin heels, as she shopped with her sister in London on Thursday.
Super skinny: Victoria Beckham wears a pair of
tight fitting jeans, black sweater and vertiginous heels as she shops in
London on Thursday
Balancing act: Although used to high heels, to be able to walk on those super-thin shoes would have been a feat
She completely her ensemble with a black jumper and carried one of her many designer handbags.
The mother-of-four and younger sister Louise Flood started off in Mayfair, where they bought some clothes in Balenciaga in Mount Street.
Girlie shopping trip: Victoria was joined by her younger sister Louise Flood
Busy: Victoria's shopping trip comes after a frantic few weeks balancing her fashion empire and family duties
They then moved on to Dover Street Market, before popping into Selfridges in Oxford Street.February has been an incredibly busy week for both David and Victoria.
Victoria had to prepare two shows at New York Fashion Week, which were received well by critics.
She also attended fashion shows during London and Milan Fashion Weeks.
Glossy: The 38-year-old left her long brown hair flow naturally in loose waves
Last week, Victoria joined her mother-in-law Sandra and sister-in-law Joanne at the Parcs des Princes stadium for watch David's first ever game with the team.
However, she remained back in the UK with the children as David did his first start on Wednesday night.