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I see heels quite frequently in Leeds and York. In York it tends to be more chunky heels because there are so many cobbled streets, although I have seen some intrepid souls gliding along in stilettos as though they hadn’t a care in the world. There is certainly a north south divide in the UK as regards heel wearing. It’s much more common in the north

I also observe that every year. I still don't have a clue why. From your description Glasgow sounds like the ultimate city for heels. It's been a while since I last visited Glasgow. I can't remember that there was a significant difference to German cities, but now it sounds like there is. But currently, even in Germany the lower heels are getting more again for winter season.

@mlroseplant Yes I also think I'd be fine continuing in 12 for winter, but I'm still interested in continuing with some higher boots. I finally found a pair of boots online which might be around 13,5 cm I guess. Still thinking if I should buy them. Is there a reason why your boots are lower than your other heels? @Shyheels All just a matter of practice, and I think your skill level is very good 🙂

Interesting topic indeed. Haven’t used AI that I know of. Don’t have Alexa, and never will, and have never asked Siri on my phone anything. I have watched others use it and asked test questions and noticed a narrower scope of information than should be the case. Whilst I believe it shows great potential in the medical field it seems as limited and inaccurate as the humans feeding it information. There is also the issue of data centers which gobble up electricity and use copious amounts of water. HinH

Mlroseplant, You really do well with the slacks or skinny jeans with the button up shirt and tie and all accented with various heels. It isn’t what I do but it looks great on you. HinH

Looks very presentable!

I’m so envious of your skill level when 12cm boots are the easy ones to retreat to when you can’t find 13cm boots. They’re still quite a challenge for me. I’m getting a load of wood this weekend so I can heat the boat and go back to practicing in my 12cm boots on my boat!

This Sunday it was back to our regularly scheduled program, and as usual, I picked out my outfit at the last minute based upon what was clean and what was ironed, then checking to make sure I hadn't worn the same exact thing in recent times. The only thing of note this week is that I got many comments on my shirt, and zero comments on my heels. The shirt came from Vietnam, and I have worn it occasionally for many years. One of these days, it will become unpresentable. It has already lost some of the sheen it once had, but somebody always comments on it every time I wear it. The shoes, on the other hand, have never really attracted that much attention. I mean compared to others, not on an absolute scale. They are Michael Kors, and their main claim to fame is that they are both black and tan, so theoretically they go with everything. Or, you can do what I did, and wear tan pants with a black belt. They're not quite stilettos, and they're not super high (to our eyes, anyway). Evidently, I wore them about two months ago. I did not realize this when I selected them for the morning. I'm of two minds about that--one the one hand, I hate to repeat stuff, but on the other hand, I'm always saying that there are some things in my collection that do not get enough love. I guess I can't have it both ways.

At least with 12 cm boots, you won't lose too much ground over the winter. Whether I continue to progress over the winter depends entirely upon the weather and my motivation. My high heeled boots are much lower than what I would typically wear for shoes or sandals.

Was in Glasgow yesterday, the amount of heels, mostly blocky and chunky ones was pleasing. Lots of ones in the up to 50mm range, I don't class them as much. However, the ones in the 50mm to 105mm range was pleasing, about 20-30 women, one even marching past my lazy bum. I was not in heels sadly. Again most were in chunky and blocky heels, however there was about 5 women in stilettos, one in a black pair of patient pumps, the rest were in boots as it was so wet. As the weather gets colder, there is more chance of heels. I know that from previous years. Im intending to go through to Edinburgh next week sometime. Im planning to be in heels, I'm hoping to see many women in heels too. Im also looking at a pair of heels for wearing with my suit for a friends wedding in February. Im going to have to ask the bride if it be okay if I do so. Im thinking about showing to friends that I like to wear a heel when I can.

I do like wedges, with reservations. The wedge has to be on the thinner side at the heel, left to right, like these Bruno Magli wedges. I suppose a resurgence of heels of any type is welcome at this point. I'm not holding my breath.

I really like wedge heels, a comeback would be great!

That's a real dilemma. I also didn't find any 13 cm boots yet. 12 cm are available and I also have a few already. The next step seems to be around 14 cm+, which already is another challenge. Slightly above 13 cm would be alright for me, but I don't think I can handle 14 cm (yet). I'll see if I can find something close to 13 cm, or otherwise I'll have to stick to my 12 cm boots for winter.

Looking great! Will look for pictures there, would love to see those boots

I wouldn't want to wear Louboutins in the snow, either! But what will you replace them with over the winter? It seems that a lot of makers do not make 13 cm--they go directly from 12 cm to 15 cm. I'm guessing if you could somehow find some 13 cm boots, that would be ideal. But who makes such a thing?

That sounds like what you'd see attending our contemporary style church service.

HIH, I didn't attend a Halloween event in heels but I did wear my orange heeled knee boots when I went to my salon last week for my Halloween manicure, which I reported on in the general fashion section. With the boots I wore a black skort, orange top and also was wearing black fishnet hose. Happy Heeling, bluejay

Hey All, Read recently that wedge heels may come back big time in 2026. Recent sitings at fashion shows suggest this. Has always been one of my absolute favorites. Enclosed are two different looks with high wedge heels, 5.5”/16 cm or more, with a dress and skinny jeans. I’ll try to post more as I love this style and not many post about them though I do remember our favorite Iowan, Mlroseplant, talking about them. HinH

Good info on the magnets vs watches effect. I do enjoy various ladies’ style watches with different outfits so this was of interest to me. HinH

This is pic I said I’d post. Figured out how to reduce size to fit the guidelines. Dress came from Ross and heels from funky pair in CA. Anyone here attend a Halloween event in heels?? Just curious. HinH

great outfit, lpve those FBs

I was at a modest family function yesterday morning - a granddaughter's third birthday party in a village hall. The guests were mostly couples in their early thirties with their children aged from 2 months to about 8 years. Of the dozen or so mums present, all were wearing trousers (except for one in leggings), and all were in nondescript flat shoes or boots. Whilst it wasn't a 'dressy' occasion in the accepted sense, it was disappointing to see that none of the women had made any real attempt to depart from very casual 'weekend' wear. And the men were but little smarter; I was almost the only one not wearing trainers.

Absolutely! I'll definitely keep the practice walks, they help the best so far. Only have to find an alternative for winter season, I really don't wanna use the Hot Chicks in snow and salt.

No problem. Haven't worn a watch since the sixties. Besides, I don't think the magnets are that powerful.

Wow! Congratulations! It must have been fun to be going out to dinner in them and having it feel relatively easy! That’s brilliant progress. i am hoping to be getting back into my 12cm boots later this week - and in a warmer boat!