5 inch heels do make you appear 5 inches taller.
The heel height also directly corresponds to the increase in your perceived height.
The heels don't make you actually taller but they raise your height and make you look taller.
The heel of your foot will rise with the 5 inch heels but the actual lift for your body, comes from the distance your ankle is raised.
The perfect heel height is a mid height heel height of 2 to 3 inches or 5-6.5 cm which is a good balance between style and comfort.
Some women or girls prefer a lower heel height of 1 to 2 inches or 2.5-5 cm which is more comfortable for wearing all day.
And some woman or girls prefer higher heel heights of 3 to 4 inches or 7.5 to 10 cm for special occasions.
Girls wear heels for a variety for reasons which include fashion, confidence, and aesthetics.
Some girls or woman also find that heels or high heels to be aesthetically pleasing and other girls and woman use the heels to add height or even elongate their legs.
Heels or high heels can also be a way of a girl or woman expressing themselves or feel more powerful.
High heels are a fashion accessory for many girls and woman that are very popular and many girls and woman wear the high heels to complement their outfits and create a desired look.
And some girls and woman find that the sleek lines and designs of the high heels, are visually appealing and they enjoy the way that they elevate their outfit.
Wearing high heels can also make some girls and woman feel more confident and stylish and boost their self esteem, confidence and body image.
And wearing high heels can alter a girls or woman's posture and make them appear taller and more upright, which can also contribute to a more confident and assertive demeanor.
High heels can also be a way for a girl or woman to express their personality, style and preferences.
And in some social circles and cultures, wearing high heels is a common expectation, most particularly for formal events.
And some women, including transgender women, wear high heels to reclaim a symbol which has historically been associated with feminine oppression and make it their own.