Five Inch Madness

These are the lovely 5" heels that I got on eBay, for about three bucks.  I have to say though, even seeing them in person and wearing them, I can't believe they're more than 4".  In any event, they are quite a challenge to walk in!  
I was wondering what exactly it is that high heels does to make a woman's body look better.  Of course, there is always the butt thing (it gets firmer and looks tighter), but I also noticed something it does to the ankles.  For example, compare below:

 Notice how the foot, ankle and leg on the right are more shapely and curvy than those on the left.  Also notice, in the bottom photo, the extreme difference between the left and the right ankles.  It's a little scary--obviously, the foot and leg are not supposed to be bent at such an angle for long periods of time.  Unfortunately, that look is often considered to be more flattering.

Now a real clue to just how delusional some women (and those token cross-dressing men) have become...
My four year old sister tried these on, and instantly exclaimed that they hurt her feet, and she did not want her "feet to be like hills".  Yes, my dear, that is exactly how you should feel.  How is it that a child knows what's good for her even better than most adults do?