Mona, you could go the cobbler and have them add a mini (like 1/4") platform at the bottom to throw back the angle of the shoe. It will make it feel like you're walking on 3 1/2" instead of 5". BUT it is noticeable so if the sole isn't black, i wouldn't advise it. I did this treatment on a pair of 5" Balenciagas and now walking in them is like a dream. If you want to see what the cobbler can do, PM me. You're in NYC, right? Here is a pic of what the cobbler did for my shoe so you can see what I'm talking about: Luckily the added rubber platform goes well with the style of the shoe but I don't know about yours.