jeremy1986

4 hours ago, Tacchi Alti said:

Bought off Ebay. I've got another couple of pairs the same - got them while still available. Not the most elegant footwear but wearable in just about any situation - I wore them on a flight to New York and walking round Manhattan last year, and we were staying with friends. You can see the contour of the built-up heel, and I've also for a half-inch lift inside.

wow - I like them. Like you say, not much on the looks side... but very intriguing... you made these yourself?

almost disappointing that he didn't comment

I always love your feedback, @pebblesf - you are so warm and encouraging! 

sure, would love to see. did you craft this yourself?

Will you be telling him, or just seeing if he catches on? 

1 minute ago, Tacchi Alti said:

It's probably the cumulative effect of bad posture over the years, standing with my back arched. The heels just realign everything beautifully. Today I'm meeting up with the only person who has made any comment about my heels. Actually, not the heels but my increased height. I'll see if more is said. If he gets to know, a lot of people will know, as he's not quite the ticket and there are no secrets with him!

What will you wear for the occasion? 

Well done @balletboot, you did it!

Would love to see some snaps of what you chose to wear for the adventure. Also great to share the experience with some photos of the ones you tried on in the store

6 minutes ago, Pointer7 said:

they were just plain black casual type heels (2 inch) will find a picture later and post

Great - thanks. I agree with @Tacchi Alti - chances are they didn't see - not the heels nor the hose. But still good on you!!

21 hours ago, Cali said:

Or is it something to do with getting old?

ouch! That hurt  

22 hours ago, Tacchi Alti said:

You could be breaking them in round the house in time for public wear in spring

Good idea... didn't think of that! 

21 hours ago, Cali said:

GET BOTH!

Yes both. Why not, it's not my money. But some of my heels/boots are over $300.

The sandals are at a great price. Skip a cup of tea twice and they are paid for.

If the boots fit, get them or wait for a better sale price. I just have trouble with half zips.  I wear both, had sandals on yesterday and boots today.

Thanks Cali. I laughed at that "not my money" bit... 

20 hours ago, pebblesf said:

Good for you Jeremy!  I too, love the way those boots look, just the style I love as well.  They look to be high quality and will probably be relatively quiet while walking as well...

Can't wait to see the pics buddy...D

Thanks my friend - will keep you posted for sure!!

10 hours ago, bootlover78 said:

Thanks for the link Jeremy!  The do ship to the US (for free even!) but unfortunately they dont have my size available.  I also have some other things I need to buy before I get another pair of boots.  But they are certainly in the back of my mind right now.  I'll tuck them away for later when I do have the spare change to buy them.

"spare change" - haha  
what else are you hoping to buy?

Looks great James. Enjoy the shopping

Well done @Pointer7. Now you have overcome that small/big hurdle. heel on

tell us more about the heels you were wearing?

@maninboots Great answer!!

Thanks @Rhys. don't worry - the wedges are still on the wishlist!

14 hours ago, Rhys said:

A unexpected shopping trip today..didn’t expect to be coming home with these. Both pairs were picked by my partner for me to wear around the house..I also bought her two pairs. 

stunning.... I love the block heel platforms... where are they from?
and yes - you're very lucky

Thanks @Shyheels, @alphax, @hhboots for your input - I did but the boots in the end  

even though I love wedge sandals too, my main love has always been for HH boots... and they so "check the boxes" as @pebblesf put it so eloquently. I saw that the size 9 (UK) was going out and in of stock - meaning that were almost running out... whereas the wedge sandals have been there for a few month already (strange that... as they are quite nice looking!)... so I just nabbed the boots hoping that the wedges will still be around for my next urge! 

by the way - here is a link to them - http://www.asos.com/asos/asos-cora-slouch-pointed-knee-boots/prd/8325619 - the sale continues still for a couple of hours I think! 

4 hours ago, bootlover78 said:

I need to get a pair of boots like that someday!  I dont have nearly enough suede boots.

They are a shopping cart away   pretty sure asos must deliver in he US too! 

6 hours ago, pebblesf said:

OK, so I guess the pound and dollar are almost equal now...

I know, I can't "justify" spending money on boots that I want, which is why I usually get used ones, even these smaller expenditures I can not "justify".  But, we deserve to treat ourselves to a little something nice every once in awhile....It all comes down to how much do you really like that exact pair of boots?  Are they all leather?  How well do they fit, on your feet as well as legs?  If you are not that excited about this exact pair of boots, then wait for the ones you really want to come along.  But, if these boots check off most of the right boxes, then I would definitely buy them buddy.  Denying yourself too often leads to resentment.  It is not like you are spending 1000 pounds on some designer boots, 36 pounds is not an unreasonable "treat".  Ask about layaway, if that is not an option, use the credit card and put aside enough money every week so you can pay them off in a month or so. 

Your final idea is the best though, treat the wife to something as well....Take her shopping, hopefully she wants a new pair as well...

just out of interest - here are the 'boxes' these boots check for me - 

* classic look
* a thin stiletto high heel. it doesn't say how high they are, but I assume around 4" 
* slouch style
* black suede material
* a sexy pointy toe 
* a half zip which I like  (for some reason??)
* size 9 UK!  I can often fit into a size 8 too (I think the other pair is an 8), but would rather take a 9 to be safe. 

Thanks again for the feedback and encouragement, @pebblesf. you are right about treating ourselves sometimes. obviously one cannot buy beyond our means, but this is not a huge expense and I generally only buy on specials, once every few months. I just hope the fit is a good one - it should be , as I have quite a few pairs of asos heels & boots now. 

So I actually offered my wife a cute pair of flat sandals... surprisingly she turned them down!  I assume if it was the start or mid summer, she would have grabbed them. so I ended up getting her some sexy lingerie...  hope she likes (the lingerie and boots!)

58 minutes ago, Cali said:

Jeremy you just haven't met the right mule. I love my mules

Maybe  

Thanks for the feedback, @pebblesf. 

Yes - they are from the same store - asos.com. They have a great 20% discount on now - even off sale items, which they only have like twice a year for a few days. The wedges are in the sales dept already (been discounted by 50% already - that's why they are so cheap). The boots are new stock (in fact must have come in within the last couple of days, as I haven't seen them till this week), and to get them at 20% at this point of the year is a great deal I think. By the way, I think the conversion would come to about $50 - so that's even better, right  
And yes... if it were up to me, I would be wearing knee high boots the whole year round! (I have never liked OTK or thigh high... but have seen some classic looking styles recently that I could "see myself in"...  like you, I just love the classic looks!)

Thanks for the idea of the layaway... I haven't seen that, but maybe I can work on credit card payments... hmmmm ... but I don't think I can justify both pairs - though I would so love to!!! I think I will buy my wife a little something though... now THAT I can justify  

Welcome to the club - great to have you.

Its great that you have a supportive wife -more than most folks here can say. Look forward to seeing you more here

I'm itching to buy a new pair of heels.

I have a pair of wedges I have been eyeing for a few months - they have come down in price very nicely and are now about £15. the heel is about 5.5" and has a platform. its wide fit too, so that's a plus! I have a few other wedges - none exactly the same as this one, but somewhat close in style.

On the other hand, I just saw a stunning pair of knee high boots... stiletto with pointy toe - just gorgeous... priced at £36... Now, I have another pair, very similar - differences are small - like round toe VS pointy toe, half zip VS full zip... but pretty much the same boot.  £36 is also more than I was hoping to spend (and more that I have ever spent on heels...).
another factor is we are coming into winter now... a reason to buy more boots and not a summery wedge???

I know most folks will tell me just to get the boots probably... and yet I am still putting it out there for your thoughts and comments.

Thanks! 

Sure why not... I don't see a reason - if it gives you pleasure doing so.... heck. some folks put themselves in much more pain out of their own choice ... 

wow, good for you. I mean - not on the back pain and all ....  but on making slow progress with your closest ones.

My mother in law might actually accept my heeling... she could pretty much take anything I think. If I recall, my wife even mentioned to her once that she asked me to "stretch some heels for her once", and that just got an 'ok' of sorts. she's very laid back and accepting.

I don't think anyone else would accept though... 

Re the hot weather - I know what you mean. I love boots too - and wedge boots are one of my favourites... instead of mules (which I pretty much despise ), what about wearing wedge courts? some of those are really lovely, classic and quite sexy too... 

6 hours ago, Tacchi Alti said:

Great to hear you've been able to speak to your wife about it, and great also that she's accepted it. I got round to telling my wife about a couple of years into our marriage. She knew I had a thing for heels and got a bit annoyed when I gazed admiringly at girls in them when we were out but I had to tell her (and she took some persuading) that in fact I wasn't admiring the girl but her heels, and more than that wished it were me wearing them. When she finally got it that I was serious, there were a few tears, and the question I now know is common: "Are you gay?"

Anyway, she's tolerated them ever since, although sometimes not so much as others, and I now wear them most days. She's given up wearing heels as she had trouble with her knees, so what this means is that suddenly I'm taller then her, while previously she was slightly taller than me.

One bit of advice, although I think you know it already: take it slow with her and let her know how much you appreciate her acceptance.

This story sounds so familiar .... 

1 minute ago, Tacchi Alti said:

I'm slowly pushing the boundaries of wearing heels with family/close friends around 

How far have you gone with family and friends? 

On ‎27‎/‎10‎/‎2017 at 8:30 AM, Cali said:

Hard to get a picture that shows the detail. Wore these to work with shorts. Had numerous women tell me they LOVE my boots. One woman wanted to a picture on her phone with both of us showing our boots. That never happened when I wore men's shoes.

Stunning Cali - really love them!!!

On ‎27‎/‎10‎/‎2017 at 10:26 AM, Cali said:

It's on HER phone.

yup I understood... but assumed you could ask her for it

3 minutes ago, Rhys said:

My partner and I are both nearly 6ft with both size 9s, both have long legs to. Heels look good on anyway tbh haha

twins!!