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My thoughts exactly. Have you taken them out for a walk yet? Are the heels/sole quiet or noisy?

I was disappointed though to see they only go up to a size 10. I thought J/C was the designer who put out men's heeled shoes. I was really expecting to see a size 12, maybe even 13.

They had 11 when I ordered, but seem to be currently sold out -- probably all they guys snapped them up. These really ought to be in their men's line.

If you're looking for Jeffrey Campbell's men's heels, check here and here. See the Lookbook here.

Although the heels look and feel like stacked leather, they are, of course, hollow plastic, and were quite noisy when I got them. I put a layer of 1/8 inch rubber on the heels and that quieted them down.

Jeffrey Campbell "Gifted" from SoleStruck.com. Heels are a bit over 4 inches with a hidden platform that's about 3/8 inch. Great street boots.

[solestruck seems to be having technical difficulties lately, keep trying]

I remember 30 years ago or so, reading an article in a women's magazine about a woman who had lost a leg and how she adapted. It said her doctor told her she'd be able to do everything she used to except wear high heels.

In the next month's issue there were several letters from amputee women telling how they indeed do either wear a heel with crutches or got an artificial leg with an adjustable ankle to accommodate different heel heights.

This is the first time I've seen one for shoes.

http://news.consumerreports.org/safety/2011/12/naturalizer-womens-dress-shoes-recalled-for-faulty-heels.html

Perhaps I need serious help, but I was glad to see the Classic Tall is now available in men's sizes. (I was surprised that the anti-virus on the server let me upload the pictures)

I bought a pair of that seller's heelless boots recently and the suede is very thin -- more like fuzzy cloth. Also be careful of sizing, I followed the chart and ended up with a pair of boots that are about 2 cm longer than expected. Seller is willing to accept a return, but I think I'm going to resell them myself.

One explanation for pump, there are probably many, is the water pump-like sound of them slipping at the heel as one walks.

Google is a good starting place, search pony boots and click the images link at the top of the page.

Also see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_roleplay

What is ofc?

Walking would be fun and thrilling -- maybe some day...

Hi,

...you say they are reasonable, how much?...

The knee high boots are $107 + $20 shipping. I ordered them in black suede and I'll post a review when I get them -- they apparently make them to order so it will take 3-5 weeks before they arrive.

I didn't post a link because eBay items are not searchable after 90 days, so I gave the information on how to find the current offerings, instead.

There's a seller in Taiwan selling heelless boots for reasonable prices. I'm about to buy a pair, but wondered if anyone has experience with the boots from this seller. Just search "Heelless Boots" and you'll find the offerings. The seller is runnickyrun and the store name is Refuse to Be Usual

I bought a pair of thigh high ballet boots on eBay about a year ago from someone in Texas for $120 -- I think they're from the same factory -- the design looks identical. They're made of a synthetic and seem about as strong as my Devious boots were, and just like the Devious boots, the heels are a bit too high. I thought they were a good deal considering the current prices of the Devious and other boots. The thigh high boots were ridiculously high or my legs are ridiculously short. I eventually took a pair of scissors to them and converted them into knee highs. I used hot glue blobs at the new shortened zipper tops to work as stops. Remember, this is a guess from the photos. I have no direct experience with this seller or boots.

Nearly 100% online. Size, selection, price competition, the nearest center with more than Wal-Mart, Payless, Sears is about 40 miles. Also lately I'm seeing stores stock fewer styles in large sizes, apparently in favor of more styles.

They're Omano out of Spain and have been discussed here before. I can't remember if anyone has bought any of their boots, though. See http://www.spanishhighheels.com/

Steve Madden Gwenn clog boots. They're over the knee (barely), tops can cuff down about 3 inches, leather with real wood soles. The total heel height (partly hidden) is 6 inches and the platform is 1 inch, size 11. They're comfortable, solid feeling to walk in, and will definitely be worn out of the house on occasion. Last fall they were $299, I got them last week on SmartBargains.com for $80.

Regarding OP's question. Any required difference in foot length due to mechanics, angles, etc., are taken into consideration by the shoemaker. You shouldn't have to buy a different size to compensate for heel height. I do see many sites advise to go up a size on extreme heels, but my own experience says otherwise.

The local yoga studio. I've been to hundreds of classes and I don't think I've ever seen a pair of heels over 1-2 inches -- there are shoe cubbies in the entryway so it's easy to do a quick scan as I arrive.

My shoes arrived from DSW (http://www.dsw.com/shoe/mia+girl+trainee+bootie?prodId=207820&productRef=SEARCH).

They seem true to size, 11 in my case, and have no comfort issues. The heels seem a bit narrower than they look in the product description, but are wide enough my wearing in public.

The heels were quite loud, so I added a 1/8 inch layer of rubber to quiet them down. With the rubber, they are 3 1/2 inches at the back, easy to walk in, but definitely heels.

In the DSW photo, the toes look dark like they're in shadow. Actually this is supposed to be a dirty look, and the toes and lower heel on the shoe part are lightly sprayed with black paint. It looks OK at normal viewing distances, but up close looks fake -- like someone used spray paint to try to make them look dirty and aged.

I got them for $39 with free shipping so I am definitely happy with my purchase. I'll take them shopping tomorrow and see how they work out.

Just curious what others think of this shoe:

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http://www.solestruck.com/jeffrey-campbell-boxxy-black-distressed-leather/index.html#Q1

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Did anyone else notice the introduction to the description on that first link?

Ladies, the Desert boot is now ours!

The desert boot has been a very popular men's style lately but Jeffrey Campbell now realizes its time for us ladies to get in on this style!

It's time the guys took something from the ladies!

There seem to be quite a few pilots here. I signed up for flying lessons a long time ago. me: is it safe? instructor: you're more likely to have an auto accident than a problem flying. I then proceeded to total my car on the way to my first lesson. I never took that lesson.

Making things (mostly electronic), computers (my job), reading, writing, yoga (working on becoming a certified instructor).

I just ordered a pair of these http://www.dsw.com/shoe/mia+girl+trainee+bootie?prodId=207820, I'll report back when I've had a chance to try them out.

Negative heel white Uggs with front zippers, open toes, and fake leg-warmers attached.

It was in 1972 or so. I bought a pair of 6 inch heel, patent leather (real leather) pumps by mail order from Fine Craft of Hollywood. They were size 11, $45.00 and the heels were 6 inches exactly. I remember when I picked up the box at the post office and it looked too small for shoes with heels that high. I was worried they had sent me a pair of flats! Shoes are usually in the box with the heels parallel to the short ends, these were in the box with the heels parallel to the long side. I had picked them up at the post office and tried to slip one on in the car. I couldn.t get my toes "around the corner" and was worried they wouldn't fit. Once I got them home, I sat in a proper chair and got them on with just a bit of struggle. The first time I stood up, I nearly pitched over forward. I sat down and worked my ankles straighter and managed to take a few steps holding on to things. Eventually I got the hang of it and even took a couple walks around the neighborhood at night. I wore those shoes on and off for years, eventually the patent started flaking, the heels got very loose for the last time (I had fixed them more than once), and respectfully disposed of them. I think that was around 2000. Thanks for the opportunity to reminisce!