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So true, you really have to "own it". Most times, sales/counter personnel will offer a positive compliment. Appearing nervous, or trying to conceal items in the middle of a pile of other things, usually gets noticed.

Well, I think we all deserve a little bit of credit for "influencing", even if it was just one person. I know that I have had a few conversations with guys while out and about, they complimented my boots, which meant a great deal to me. I can only hope that just one of these guys was able to develop the courage to explore his interest in wearing heels, and that seeing/talking with me helped push him in that direction.....

Yes indeed, clean classic lines and styling for sure...

Yeah, I love them also. It's strange that I love many different styles of boots, but am extremely particular at the same time. One misplaced design feature, or strange heel style, and I'm out. I love wearing my stiletto boots but tend to kill the heels pretty quickly on crappy terrain/streets/sidewalks. My ankle block heeled boots were a lucky thrift store find, not the greatest materials, but look good and are super easy to walk in. Better I should wear these out from constant use than some of my other more valued boots...

Cat, you look amazing....What brand boots are those? My favorite classic stiletto styling and fit your legs perfectly....Home run

I have been wearing my block heeled ankle boots the most lately.

So true

Understandable for sure, must have a few rooms dedicated to shoe storage.

This sounds like a great idea, am going to slip my Nike leggings under my levis and head out to Lowes in my ankle boots....

I hear ya....But, it is a treat to rediscover a pair that has been out of circulation for awhile!

I know I am.... The war department has called me that a few times...

Too bad you both don't wear the same size heels, built in collection to wear!

Was wondering the same thing....

No, they just know me for wearing my plain ol Tony Lama cowboy boots to work

Funny you should mention this. I met one of my superiors in the parking lot, while waiting for other coworkers to arrive. It was cold, I opened the back door to climb in her car and get out of the cold. She apologized for all the heels and a great pair of booties that were laying in the footwell where I climbed in..."That's quite alright..." I said, "great heels indeed"....

This internet thing is often a "bully pulpit" making it too easy for folks with issues to lash out....

So many variables to consider when offering "constructive criticism" indeed. I guess so much depends on your relationship with those receiving the criticism and the place (online/in person/email etc) the criticism will be offered. You are right of course, offering insincere positive comments may not be doing that person any favors. I do my best not to offer "phony compliments", tend to just say little or nothing when I see something that does not look good to me. I remember this stern advice the parents would give when we were kids. And, I must keep in mind, everyone's taste (especially in heels) is different, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.... In the case of guys in heels, one must also consider where a fellow is on his heeling journey. It is hard enough for a guy to muster the courage to go against idiotic societal norms in order to explore fashions he has only secretly admired in the past, I tend to err on the side of encouragement in cases like this.

Well said brother. Valid complaint and observation indeed. There was just this one section of his photos/videos I was referring to, and that is the "booted" section. And yes, looks like there were only about four different pairs of boots. Nonetheless, I did like the many different wardrobe styles he paired with the otherwise small collection of boots.

so true. sometimes less is more

You sure do Cali, and look amazing as well....

Have a great time buddy, sounds like a wonderful trip

Here is a wonderful youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25lT1eStJPs This man captures everything I would love to achieve. Pierre, if you are a member here, BRAVO buddy! Don

I've got chicken legs, so usually avoid shorts...

I'm sure they would be shocked if you showed up in a three piece suit...

I have often "wanted to believe" this also Maybe that's it, walking in snow in heels is just fun.... Can't wait to wear my new Hunter gloss black "refined boots" to clean the snow. No snow yet here in RI, just freezing cold nastiness. Great job, would love to miles how many miles I logged last year, would be thrilled if it was 100 miles...