The average American woman will spend $20,557 in her lifetime - on shoes, according to a new study.
Researchers found the typical female will own 268 pairs during her adult life and blow $4,364 on shoes which either don't fit properly, or have been worn once - or never worn.
The study also revealed the majority of the money goes on plain black work shoes, block-color ballerina pumps, comfortable ankle boots and stiletto heels.
