The answer to this question is totally Subjective and depends on the size, arch design, and height of heels you choose to go with. If your sandals are hurting you, check with your podiatrist to know if the size of your sandals is not too big or small.  Although sandals rarely cause bunions , they will certainly aggravate the situation if you have one already. Heels can put a substantial amount of stress on your joints and ligaments, especially if you are wearing them every day. This is the reason podiatrists suggest to keep switching between easy-going shoes and heels from time to time.