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no wearing plats is ok!...

I don't have the cajones to wear my 6" plats in public...

don't know about Sydney, but here in Perth, I have never seen a guy in heels, dressed as a guy, I have seen a Crossdresser or two though...

those who do/can more power to you!

since I don't/won't wear my plats in public, I can't see the point of the exorbatent (sp) footwear prices that shoecraft www.shoecraft.com.au wants people to pay!

if the local Tony Shoes/Maya Shoes agent can't get Maya/Pleaser "Xtreme-773" 8.5" plats in a US womens 13/14 for <$250 australian I'm out of the (wearing) hobby!

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Xaphod, nothing wrong with a Toyota landcruiser! or a nissan patrol, or a datsun 120Y (B210) exept the the 120Y doesent rust... it dissolves! unkillable though (although the diff has seemed to developed a whine in decelleration (I think too many reverse to firsts ) luckily I have a spare aussie spec Borg Warner diff ( hopefully it has the much coveted 4.10 ratio crownwheel and pinion NOT the usual 3.889! as for plats being unstable I was considering getting a pair of tony shoes' "hot-3" 6" non plat "fetish" shoes but they look WAY more unstable than my "Former Avatars" - I also haven't worn anything higher than 4" arch... the shoes I like cost SO much, that if I can't find what I want, at a price that wont "Break the bank" I'm going to try to Ditch the shoes!... trying the fashion "heels" won't work as I don't like ANY of the Ros Hammerston, Manalo Blahnik, or any of those "Fugly things", as they aren't my style... I also don't like wearing them outside, as here in Australia, people ARE as closed minded as that aussie forum that is being disscused here on HHplace! but I think I like being more of an admirer now... later, TXT-1

personally I think that anyone that the people who dont like platforms dont have the Cajones (balls) to wear plats! they make more sense to me than 6"- 9" (ballet) heels! as for them being "ugly", "clumpy", or "surgical shoes".... Excuses!, Excuses!, Excuses! later, TXT-1

while I don't like the "fetish" image of men/women head to toe in Latex, a couple of more tamer but still "racy" pics doesn't worry me, just no blatant Porn, or the other crap that happens elsewhere! I always though I was a shoe fetish aka "retifist" but I have come to realize that they are just another of my "fixations" - that I can switch on/off - and that I don't wear shoes because of a "sexual" need, I wear them because I have a curiousity towards them and would love to wear them like women wear heels, however reality - and a tiny bit of fear stops me! later, TXT-1

5" heels being called "fetish" that's a new one to me! I always though that 5" heels were considered "High", and that 6"-9" (ballet heels)/ was considered "fetish" but then everyone has an opinion :-) later, TXT-1

nice Heel collection ASDF! If only 6"-8.5" platform heels were as cheap as the are in the states I have a pair similar to your red Ellie plats but black patent theycost $160 australian I am planning some 7" Tony Shoes "701" style plats - I'd prefer their "901" (7.5") but the stop at US womens 12 (I'm a 13/14 ) if the "701's" are too expensive I am contemplating spending the money on another Datsun 120Y (B210) less engine and gearbox and have the fastest 120Y in the WA (see my location) wheatbelt!... Yeehaw! later, TXT-1

when driving "The Defect" - my 1977 Datsun 120Y (B210) four door sedan, I wear flats, heeled shoes aren't an option as the brakes on "The Defect" usually work well but occasionally it doesn't get driven for about a "Fortmonth" thats 2 months but once it didn't get driven for 6 months I started it up, went to stop, so I could fill the radiator up with water... NO brakes, crap!! luckily there was some brake fluid around the place and it was safe again! Driving "The Defect" as was (3 speed auto) was easier than it is now (4 speed Manual) but the auto wasn't healthy - when the auto was removed the ATF (Auto Trannny Fluid) was BLACK! not claret red like it should be as for driving "The Defect" in heels isn't an option, as it spools up VERY quickly! as an auto I could drive it at 90-110% all day - I HAD to... it was that gutless but now 110% is a bit too much! still doable in small amounts though! later, TXT-1

Fear - I have no fear, I just don't see the point of going out in 6"- 7" "stripper" platforms, As it isn't going to make me feel any better, so I won't be attempting it the only crazy thing I'll be doing, will be to drive "The Defect" hard (ie. Sideways!) next time I go up to the farm! :bday: as for fear:... when I am driving/thrashing "The Defect" I WANT to feel it as it tells me if I have F%^ked up! :rofl: later, TXT-1 anyway, back to what the discussion was about before I sidetracked it...

I understand perfectly what you guys are on about: I have got so used to my former "avatars" (Black PVC/Black Plastic unit Tony Shoes "101" style 6" "Stripper" platforms that I (hopefully) be updating to Tony Shoes' "701" style (7" heel, 3" plat) in either white or black patent (I can't have both) with my "Stripper" plats I find I can walk normally, but I can walk "femininely" in them, but it feels weird! later, TXT-1

:bday: :bday: just before the "big crash" I finally converted My March 1977 Datsun 120Y (B210) to a four speed manual!! :bday: :bday: It is MUCH better now, just breathe on the accelerator pedal and.... SIDEWAYS! ... especially with bald rear tyres in the wet! I now have to run the gearbox in.... later, TXT-1

depends on the height of the platform: a 6" heel/2" plat still lengthens the legs but a 7" heel/3" plat doesen't - 6"/2" plats are abouth that limit Considering that I'm 5'11 barefoot, If I ever get to wear my former "avatars", Having people tell me that I have short legs will be the least of my problems later, TXT-1

#1 I have heard the arch is a little high for beginners. 2# would look awesome in ANY colour especially fuchia. 3# if you like 'em get 'em because when you want to get 'em again they might be discontinued but only if your wallet thickness allows it! later, TXT-1

7.5"+ plats are as practical as Bigfoot 15: high centre of gravity: and can end on its roof VERY easily. But have that " I'm in charge here" thing going well! nice to see one of us has got the Cajones to go out in such wickedly outragous footwear! I might have to try it if I can get rid of that 25 Kg that dosen't want to go that, and find an understanding girlfriend! later, TXT-1

I would love for ALL heeled footwear to become unisex. I don't think that won't happen here for a LONG time as I have never seen another guy in heels EVER (apart from the occasional CD/TV - and I've been keeping my eyes peeled!) But, As someone that has High Functioning Autisim I have enough trouble decyphering the world as it is! so I seriously doubt my former "avatars" (6" Black PVC/ Black Tony Shoes' "101" model "Stripper" plats) will ever do a lap of the local shopping centre later, TXT-1

while I like "exotic dancer" platforms, those things deserve to be burnt -or put in a shoe museum - to be laughed at!

I just noticed: there have been NO bids for them yet no wonder, They look right out of a bad 1970's B movie

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I like patent finishes alot! the reason why it is thought to be "cheap" is because most "Patent leather" these days is actually PVC - real Patent leather is VERY expensive - I'm guessing that the only manufaturers that would use REAL patent would be Leatherworks or LSB the only reasons I don't like Patent/PVC 1.) it doesn't breathe well, 2.) it cracks the "streetwalker" shoes would probably be the 6"-8.5" "Exotic dancer" plats that W6ISH (White 6 Inch Spike Heels), Myself, BobHH, Shockqueen, and a few other Members, like. They are "Awesome Fun" but they are a bit loud - both audibly and Visually! as for the "streetwalker" link I'm not worried as I haven't gone out in public yet! later, TXT-1

The first pair I bought myself were my former "avatars" they are black/black patent/PVC, Tony Shoes "101" model, 6 inch "exotic dancer plats. I've never looked back since I bought them! although they are a bit excessive, I like 'em! and that's the important thing! later, TXT-1

I don't know about their service as I won't be dealing with Maya Shoes directly: the place where I got my black Plastic/black PVC Tony shoes "101" plats from in 2002 also is the agent for Maya shoes!

www.prettywomanandwilliam.com.au they are a fancy dress (costume hire) shop that sells dancewear/"stripper" plats to the local prostitutes, Crossdressers, porn stars and anyone up for a little fun!

they are quite expensive: my "101"s cost me a small fortune $160 Australian! although buying Sunset Strip Shoes' 7.5" "Sultry" and 7.5" "Thrill" plats costs $32 and $38 (US) respectively!

I don't know about their service either; without a credit card that idea is not possible

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If I don't get the repacement for "The Defect" (my farm hack Datsun 120Y 4 door sedan) I'm thinking of getting their "709" or "773" (the "709" is essentially the 8.5" version of your white 7.5" sandals and the "773"s are the 8.5" version of the style you wanted: however model "773" only comes in black patent/PVC later, TXT-1

nice heel collection though: I'm really envious! later, TXT-1

ahh, Sunset Strip Shoes' "Thrill", they come in 6" and 7.5" heel heights. I was going to buy some red 7.5"s and some black 6"s but I never got a reponse email back from them <rubs hands together> I know where I can get some 8.5" plats though

www.mayashoes.com

Ps. I haven't tried them, I just know that they sell them!

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I LOVE winter especially while I am at the farm, I love getting "The Defect" sideways on wet grass! sensibly I must add! although unfortunately it got a little too hot (here during winter the worst you will have to fear is being soaked!

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that's ok I eat meat <<<message to any PETA members who may be reading this message in their bombshelters/under their rock.>>> I eat meat, I'm not ashamed to say that I like meat, the human body is STILL setup for eating meat thefore I will still eat meat! and DILLIGAF to those who think that eating tofu 24/7/365 will keep you healthy, one of my teachers was a vegetarian: unfortunately she got cancer and died shame because as the Iron maiden song goes: Only The Good Die Young! as for the muelsing thing the AWI will have the last laugh! Nothing like a 25 foot high billboard of a flyblown sheep to turn things around! <EDIT> that "For Every Animal You Don't Eat, I'll Eat Three" T-shirt is a ripper! I'll have to try to knock something similar up on my computer and wear with pride! later, TXT-1

I also have noticed that PETA has had ads in the States saying "drink beer" instead of the classic "drink milk" there are enough drink drivers in the world without creating more! the whole idea is so stupid it's funny! later, TXT-1

Peta also start their fights without knowing all the facts: Take the case of PETA vs AWI (the Australian Wool Industry) PETA is suing (or trying to) becuse the see Muelsing as barbaric Muelsing is a procedure done to young lambs, Where the tail and the wool/top layer of skin surrounding the tail is removed to prevent the area becoming flyblown which isn't nice as the alternative to muelsing is alot more harder especially with 10,000 head of sheep! Australia isn't the only country that muesels sheep: New Zealand and Spain also do it too. have they felt the wrath of PETA? no! the Russian "dancing bears" have they too felt the wrath of PETA? no! later, TXT-1