Yes, I also think there will be more women* wearing ties than men* wearing high heels.

*: according to their gender at birth

49 minutes ago, Shyheels said:

although I could see Richard Branson himself doing it for a well publicised laugh (he’s worn heels at least once before for some reason or other)

Maybe he is the greatest Drag Queen at VIRGIN ATLANTIC ever! 😝

1 hour ago, Shyheels said:

I suspect that all or nearly all of the movement there will be towards women wearing the burgundy trousers, not the other way around. 

That ís, what I am afraid of too. 😔

Or will it be limited to small sices?  What - if somebody with size XL and shoe size 15 would like to wear that red dress too?

What an extraordinary couple!
RESPECT!!!

https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/aviation/virgin-atlantic-introduces-gender-neutral-uniforms-for-flight-crew-including-skirts-and-heels-for-men-c-8393504

Here the official statement/ regulation:

https://corporate.virginatlantic.com/gb/en/media/press-releases/virgin-atlantic-updates-gender-identity-policy.html

And the introduction video:

Today the German version of the VOGUE issued the following online article:

https://www.vogue.de/mode/artikel/mark-bryan-vogue-shooting

Congratulations!

An American robotics engineer was protrayed in some English newspapers for his kind of independent fashion:

https://www.boredpanda.com/confident-man-wears-heels-skirt-markbryan911

https://nypost.com/2020/10/19/married-dad-of-3-wears-heels-and-skirts-everyday/

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/12969321/married-dad-wears-skirts-heels-work-clothes-gender/

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/dad-who-proudly-wears-skirts-22870514

https://metro.co.uk/2020/10/19/straight-married-dad-has-been-wearing-skirts-and-heels-to-work-for-years-to-challenge-gender-norms-13446579/

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-8847579/Straight-married-father-three-reveals-hes-worn-skirts-high-heels-day-four-years.html

https://www.odditycentral.com/news/guy-proves-skirts-and-high-heels-can-look-good-on-men-as-well.html

What a cool guy!

Did anyone recognize the discussion about Wandy Williams´s claim "gay men - stop wearing our skirts and heels!".

She looks like an inflated drag queen and makes such brazen comments?! 

Even though I am not gay - that is totally unacceptable!

And here is the English translation of this newspaper article:

https://10.en24.news/2019/men-on-high-heels-it-takes-a-dose-of-courage-and-eggs.html

Without the linked video a further discussion is as usefull like blind persons talking about colourful paintings.

The main reason is not, to explain and legitimate our point of view - but to get in contact and may let them know more about our "movement".

We are doing it not (only) for fun or to attract attention, because we lost a bet or like to demonstrate our support i.e. "walk a mile in her shoes". No - we are doing it FOR US! If someone likes to know more about us, he/she/... has the possibility to learn more about us.

We had many contacts in the past, where people asked us "what are you doing?" "is it a flashmob?". And the brought us to the idea, to create cards with the link to out platform/ forum, to give them the chance to find out more about us and to get in contact. That´s it!

If someone believes, al heels-wearing guys are gay - we could even print it on big posters, it would not turn his mind.

2 hours ago, HappyinHeels said:

When any one of us heterosexual guys goes shopping, does errands, or simply has a conversation with fellow human beings while wearing our heels we all do more to convince others we are doing our thing, enjoying our lives, and perhaps encouraging other men to do the same thing. And doing it with no apparent agenda. Going to the Bata Shoe Museum might be a much better idea. Especially if you visit it in heels. HappyinHeels

YES! BOOTS ON THE GROUND - and I mean boots with at least 3" heels!

We will not change the world, but we can try to let more peope know, that even straight guys like to walk on high heels.

Just two examples from my local community:

1. business cards

Those cards can be shared with sales clerks, persons who likes to chat with us, colleagues, friend, etc. to show them: "No, I  am not weird! And I am not the only on with this uncommon interest in high heeled shoes!"

2. real life meetings & events:

This is a picture from our Christmas-Market-Event at Mannheim (DEC, 1st 2018) -  am the one with the nude pumps in front.

Last Tuesday we had the company´s christmas party.

Meanwhile my colleagues are already used to see me in heels, I went a bit further and attended with a long black skirt, black pantyhose, black court shoes and a matching clutch. Above the belt I wore a classical white shirt and a coloured bow-tie.

Some of my colleagues were surprised, but complimented about my style and teh courage to go that way - even my boss!

I had a pretty good time! Although I danced, stood most of the time on the tiptoes and walked back home on heels (~1,5km / 1mi) - the next morning - I had a headache, but no soring feet!

The full story (in German) including pics you will find here:

http://mohh21.forumprofi.de/erlebnisse-in-der-Öffentlichkeit-f17/mit-pumps-rock-und-clutch-zur-firmenfeier-t3076.html

On 11/5/2018 at 11:23 PM, blueparrot said:

[...]A few months ago the owner of the company hired an HR lady.  [...] The HR lady made a big deal about them, even threatening to pull them off me and put them on.  [...]  They told me I was being fired [...]

What a f... bit...!

I hope, that you will find a new job soon! Including understanding colleagues, that do not mind if their co-worker arrives in flats or heels!

I do not think so! And I am wondering why they did not make a market survey to find out, how to increase their business!

If they have only gay guys as potential customers in mind - they are limiting their sales! There are not even straight guys who like to wear heels - there are alos woman with big feet who might find interesting shoes in their portfolio.

Sometimes it is carzy, that especially gay guys who are expecting an open-minded society are so narrow-minded!

A few days ago, the HUFFPOST published a video on youtube:

One of the SYRO-guys says:  "in my lifetime, I would be shocked if straight CiS gender men start wearing high heel shoes."

=> THEN BE SHOCKED!

Isn´t "FLANKING" still trendy?

Yes - he is doing a great job - doesn´t matter of his sexual orientation.

He is showing what is possible! Even in jobs with a strict dresscode, you have the chance to show your personal style.

By the way: quiet interesting, that in his gay community so many people are that conservative, that high heels are disgusting to them.

On 23.10.2017 at 2:53 AM, TXGuy said:

Why do you wear high heels?

Good question!  (several weeks ago I had the same question in mind, to open a thread about that topic*) 

And here are my reasons, to wear high heeled shoes:

- I love the slilhouette of high heels

- Pumps/ court shoes are in my opinion the best designed shoe type ever!

- gender equality is no one way road! - why should I abstain from heels?

- I like that feeling, to be "elevated"

- the heels are forcing me, to be more aware about my way to walk, to prance with elegance and power

- it brings positive energie, happiness

- I do feel more sexy

- and I like that somehow tighter feeling of the well fitting shoes - no wobbeling like sneakers or gym shoes.
...

* :  http://mohh21.forumprofi.de/high-heels-stoeckelschuhe-stilettos-hochhackige-sc-f28/warum-tragen-wir-stoeckelschuhe--t2127.html)

Yes, do own also some pairs of "Ballerinas" / ballet flats.

It took some time to get used to them - because of the "girly" image. And curiously - more people are starring at my feet, if I wear ballett flats - if I wear high heels, nobody seems to react.

I really like them in the summer - easy slipped on and off. And they are also nice for bicycle tours - no damaging of the heels, and also to get the tan for pumps/ court shoes.

Today I found a very interesting article about a guy in Australia, who is wearing high heels as part of his business dress: 

At the beginning I was afraid, someone could notice the heels under long pants and might point and laugh about me. 

And yes - my self confidence was very weak. 

It took it's time, the more experience I gathered, the more self confidence I achieved. 

Nowadays I do not hide my heels anymore. I am confident enough, to react on reactions. And I am proud, to show, that men - beside dragshows, theatre, Television, events, etc.  - are able to walk on heels. Not for entertainment or any social message - just for self expression and alternative fashion. 

Ten years ago I was afraid someone could talk to me about the shoes - even in a shop. Today - and also based on several experiences we made during our "Forum meetings" - I really love the discussions with  (open minded) people! 

They often totally agree that even High heels are "only shoes" and that "gender equality" is not a one way road. 

Just two days ago I had a phantastic conversation in an outlet store  (report will follow!), where I tried and bought new pumps / court shoes. 

Those discussions are "balm for the soul"!

Today my female colleagues are asking me for advise, if it comes to shoes and other fashion items.

I feel more free and accepted, than I could ever dreamed before!

Frankfurt area is my homezone!

I would suggest/ prefer a Meeting on a Saturday. 

Sorry folks, for being off a long time. 

In the mean time, several shoes found their way to my home. ;

Hannes73 - current stock & latest purchases

Just a little pic from the office:

Yes, the next "event" is already scheduled: March 30th in Frankfurt - when there is an extraordinary shopping day (normally all shops are closed on Sundays in Germany).

Let´s see, how many guys we might gather - we will show to the world, that men in heels are not only existing on TV or on stage.

No, for the shopping I had chosen 3.5" classic pumps, that were easy to walk:

and for the walk through the oldy city and especially the unknown terrain I took some other shoes with a block heel:

I did want to ruin my new heels within the first hours.