Thighbootguy

Your profile didn’t indicate what part of the world you in, but in my part, people seem to be much more accepting of letting me express myself with what I wear. You get to decide what image you present to the rest of the world. There your shoes, if you enjoy them, and they fit your image, wear them. Have a great time.

I just won a bid on a new pair of boots! WHITE thigh high boots, 5” stiletto heels and a ankle zipper.

I want to try the look that bootish has shown us in Stiletto jeans surface again. With white slacks/jeans and the white thigh boots. I ought to be able to simulate the look for a lot less money than the stiletto jeans cost.

I went to the museum again tonight. Black thigh boots 4” stiletto heels. Had a good time talking to the guard at the front desk about the “First Wednesday of the Month” party. As it turns out, the theme of each party is a different nationality. There is a $6 cover for food and drinks but the museum is still free.

Tonight I went to Joseph Beth Booksellers I look for a CD and a couple of propeller head computer books. This is a great bookstore. All the employees give the impression they have read most of the books in the store. They are a most unusual, and delightful group of people.

The store was busy (as usual). I was wearing the same thing I wore at the drug store, black turtle neck, slacks, tan suede jacket and black thigh boots with 4” stiletto heels.

The parking lot was packed so I had a little way to walk to the store. Most of the clientele didn’t even bat an eye. A few glanced down but that was it. I felt completely accepted as if people wore boots in here all the time.

They had the CD (Brahms Requiem ) but not the books.

The CD is now the pride of my collection, it’s that good. A great CD, great store and people, and a great night out wearing boots. Doesn’t get much better.

I had to stop in a Wallgreen’s (chain drug store) this morning before I went to work. I was one of the first customers in the store. I wore slacks, black turtleneck, tan suede jacket and black thigh boots with 4” stiletto heels. I caught my reflection in the refrigerator case and thought the combination looked well together. I did my shopping and went to the checkout. The lady running the checkout noticed me as I walked up to the line and bid me “good morning, is that all for you”? After she had rung up my items and I was signing the credit receipt, she said, “Well, you have more nerve than I do walking in heels like that. I’d fall”. I replied, “I practice a lot”. She said “Practice”? (which I took as “yes, I guess you would have to”). I wondered why she commented on the heels and not the boots? I'll have to go back sometime and ask.

Bengal’s and Red’s Games -- Although I am within walking distance of both stadiums (see High Heeled Sneakers) I would never occur to me to go to a game (with or without heels). It’s just not something I would do for entertainment.

I have been a little busy lately and haven’t kept up my posting so let me catch up. The Cincinnati Art Museum is open on Wednesday evenings and I thought I would take advantage of the hours. I arrived about 06:00 PM and the parking lot was almost empty. I was thinking, “great I’ll have the whole museum to myself.” I was wearing jeans and a turtleneck bulky sweater and royal blue thigh boots with a 5” stiletto heel. These boots look great with jeans but they really stand out so I haven’t worn them too often. The museum has a large room for an entrance that is two stories high. There is an open stairway on the side that goes up to the European gallery where I like to hang out. I went up the stairs and settled in with my sketch book. The Museum also provides folding stools for sketchers to sit on while they work. These stools are short and I have to fold my legs up to sit on one. Adding another 5” to my leg makes sitting on these low stool a challenge. Anyway, I was working away and I started hearing loud music….loud live music….loud live Jewish music. I asked the guard what was going on and he said that the first Wednesday of each month there is a party at the museum. I’m not a party person so I just kept working and went into a quitter room. When I finished sketching, I walked back out of the gallery and was overlooking a large room packed with 100-200 people and an open stairway that went down into the middle of the room. I’m still wearing royal blue thigh boots. I thought, “why not (especially since it’s the only way out)” and walked down the stairs and across the room. Several people noticed (how’s that for an understatement) but no comments. I gave my stool back to a guard and went outside. The empty parking lot was now full and there was a police man directing traffic. He asked me if I was leaving (which meant a parking space would open up), I said I was and he directed a car to follow me to my parking space. What a hoot! After I left the Museum I want shopping at my Sam’s club, still wearing my boots. What a great day. The next day I wore my blue boots to work (not at work) and back home. I stopped at Sam’s again and Biggs on the way home. Wow two days of running around with those boots has been really fun.

I was shopping at Sam’s tonight on my way home from work. I was wearing black thigh boots with 4” stiletto heels, slacks, black turtle neck and a tan suede jacket. A young girl (12 - 13), who had wandered away from her mom, looked at me and asked, “You in duh army”? I said I wasn’t and she continued, “Then what are you wearing dem big black boots for”? I was speechless for a few moments and then replied, “Because I like them”. That seemed to satisfy her and I wheeled my cart away. Being in the army was the last thing I thought I would ever be accused of because I was wearing thigh boots. I also try to avoid chatting with young children if their parents are not directly with them. The last thing I want to deal with is an upset parent.

Kerridwyn

My 100 year old aunt used to (and still does) tell me "Quality work takes time".

I really prefer leather boots because they are more comfortable and breath a little, but they are still warm.

Have a great time with your boots. Some day try wearing them outside of your pants. You don't have to worry whether someone notices... they will and then most folks just keep going.

Micha; What a great looking pair of boots. I wish I had a pair with that kind of heel. I’d be wearing them everywhere like I do my flat heeled boots. It’s the stiletto heels that make me exercise so much caution. Tell us a little more about the “self modified heels”.

Tonight a friend of mine took a tumble and I had to take him to a hospital emergence room for some stitches. (He is doing just fine). I was wearing a pair of black thigh boots but with a flat heel. I wear these boots with the same confidence that I wear a pair of shoes. I don’t think twice about where I’m going or who is there. (I’m much more cautious with 5” stilettos). I spent time in the waiting room and back in the emergency room with the doctors and nurses. There were one or two second glances in the waiting room, but that was all. While my friend was getting an x-ray, the nurses offered advice on how to get a bad blood stain out of my jeans (my friend’s blood)[soak them in cold salt water]. The nurses and I talked for a few minutes (it wasn’t busy) but no one said a word or gave a second glance at my boots. I also don’t think anything is going to surprise as E/R staff.

I spent another great afternoon at the Cincinnati Art Museum. I was wearing my black thighs with 5” stilettos. I spent 3 hours sketching and learning how to draw all over again. I had been away from drawing for a long while I’m really enjoying getting back into the swing of it. For me, sketching is a real release of the creative side. I work my tail off when I’m sketching as most people would with any hobby they really enjoy. As usual at the museum, no one batted an eye at a guy in thigh boots. As I have said before, I really try to pick where I wear my boots with care. The last thing I want is a scene. It really is great to go somewhere, wearing my boots, and not have to worry about anything (except making a decent sketch).

This is a little off my usual subject but… I went shopping last night and wore a pair of stretch fabric ankle boots with a longish square toe and a 4.5” blade heel. I wore them under blue jeans and only the toe and lower heel were readily visible. More people seemed to notice these boots (or at least give the reaction of having noticed) than when I wear my thigh boots outside my jeans. I was quite surprised. There were no bad reactions but several more stares at my feet. Go figure.

The boots look great. Try wearing them outside of a pair of jeans, its easy and works in guy mode. I have an older pair with a lower heel that I wear that way. You can start with them under the jeans then switch to outside as courage allows.

Sorry it has taken me so long to post this: Name: Dave Age: 58 Gender: Male Location:Northern Kentucky, USA Occupation: Mainframe computer geek for over 35 years Height: 6’ Weight: 200 Shoe size: womens 13-14 What's your favourite heel style: block and stiletto What's your favourite shoe style: boots knee length, over the knee, and thigh length Do you wear your heels outside: yep What is: (a) Your favourite heel height: 4” ( Your highest heel height: 5” How often do you wear: (a) Your favourite heel height: several times a week (in public) ( Your highest heel height: several times a month (in public) Do you wear socks, hose, stockings or bare feet with your shoes: trouser sox Anything else you wish to add: Thanks to all the folks on this board. You have really helped me develop an attitude that lets me wear boots and heels in public.

I am only able to echo some earlier comments:

WOW What a great outfit.

I think the longer shirt that covers the top of the jeans/boots, when your standing, breaks the line of the white boots enough that casual observers wouldn’t realize it is all one garment. I like that look by the way. I try to wear a jacket or turtleneck that covers the waist line of my jeans when I’m wearing thigh boots.

After writing the last paragraph I realized the concept of white leather jeans/boots and “casual observers” may not fit together.

Contrast seems to work well for you, white wall, black sofa, white cushions, black shirt, white boots, and a splash of red. It works well.

I can’t afford the price of boot/jeans but I think I can swing a pair of white thigh boots and white jeans. I just might give that a try.

Thanks again for posting the pics.

Have a great time wearing them . I wear a mens 11 ½ and a womens 14 with a 4-5” heels fits great. A lower heed or a rounded toe in a 12-13 also fits well. The higher heel and pointed toe requires getting a larger size. If their a little loose try heavier socks.

Manus - I wear my thigh boots in public but I’m still cautious where I go. (see Thigh Boots in Public).

Today was the last day of class. I wore a longer pair of jeans and a pair of black stretch fabric ankle boots with a 3” chunky heel. The jeans covered most of the boot. This was the first time I had worn them outside. I wore then on the bus going to class, and all day in class. After class I went shopping in Cincinnati for an hour. No one batted an eye.

I walked home again and this time went the long way which is about 3 miles. My calf muscles were still letting me know about their effort. There was a small rough spot on the inside of the heel lining and I wound up with a blister. I should know that as soon as there is a discomfort, it’s time to stop. I wound up changing into my guy shoes at the 2 mile point. Oh well, I still had a good time.

JimC - They are model 34960 "White Remodel Athl". I didn’t find them on the web site or I would have included the picture.

Terry - That's actually the style I was looking for. Looks like I'll have to take a trip to Wallmart. Mine are bright white, about 6 eyelets shorter with a velcro starp around the top and the heel is a little thinner.

I walked home from class again. The afternoon was very sunny, and the temperature was mild. It was a great day for a walk. After class I changed into my high heeled sneakers and started home. The jeans I was wearing were a little shorter that the ones I wore the first time I walked home, only the top of the ankle boot were covered. Most of the boot and heel were exposed. Several folks walked passed going the other direction. The men did their best to ignore me but most of the women gave me a little smile. Other than that, there was no reaction from anyone. I was surprised at how little reaction I got, remember this is a bright sunny day and the shoes are white and fully exposed. My calf muscles are a little sore again. It must be the heel height and having to negotiate some uneven terrain. But, that’s what practice is all about. Anyway, I had a great time.

I wear mine a lot (as a guy) when I am traveling and shopping. Most people are willing to "not be bothered". (See: Thigh Boots in Public)

Donna - Have a great time.

I was in a Payless in Cincinnati and found a pair of their lace up ankle boots that are modeled after athletic shoes except they have a 3” stout heel. The only pair the had in 12 were white which was a little more conspicuous than wanted but I bought them anyway. :bday: I was in town for a class but I live close enough to commute by city bus. The weather was great so I decided to walk home from class in my new boots. This is about a 2 mile walk. I’m not sure I would have tried this with the stiletto heels I normally wear but these new boots have about a ¾” heel print and a round toe that seemed like it would be comfortable and more stable on broken sidewalks and other uneven surfaces. I wore jeans that covered some of the heel when I was standing but the whole shoe was exposed when I took a stride (saw my reflection in a large window). The walk was great. Several people noticed my shoes but passed on without comment. My legs were a little sore. Part of that was from the heel but part was from walking 2 miles. I think a higher quality shoe might have been more comfortable but Payless is more my price range and the opportunity was there.

I have gone to the Cincinnati Art museum Saturday and Sunday and worn a pair of 4” stiletto heel thigh boots both times. Going to a museum is something I really enjoy. I take a sketch book and get lost in a painting trying to copy parts of it with a sketch. I know, whatever turns you on, but it really helps me keep going (great stress reliever). The fact that I can wear my boots in the museum just makes the afternoon a total high. Most of the patrons just notice and keep on going. There was a different crew of museum guards (the are police) this weekend than I knew from prior visits. They took a guy with a sketch pad and thigh boots in stride (sorry) and they were most helpful when I asked questions. As I was leaving Sunday, one of the younger guards (male) called after me, “Sir, Sir we are closing in 10 minutes. I really like you shoes”. I thanked him. It was a great ending to a fun day. If you go to a museum, be sure you are comfortable in the heels you wear because you are going to be on your feet for several hours.

I recommend the leather boots rather then the vinyl. I have tried the Beverly style in a store and didn’t buy them. I have several pair of leather boots from Pleaser and Ellie which I find much more comfortable. Get a pair for yourself too.

LaurieHeels These two vendors seem to have a large selection that changes often:

Newport News

Chadwicks

azraelle:

Thanks for the URL tip

I have worn a small hole in the bottom of the toe tip on two pair of thigh boots with 4” stiletto heels. The hole is in the top shoe leather just past the front end of the sole where the shoe joins the sole. It only seems to happen on boots with a pointed toe. I haven’t taken them to a cobbler yet but I don’t see how it could be repaired. It maybe the way I walk in heels, but it’s only on two pair and not the others. Both pair have a softer leather top than my other boots. Has anyone had a similar problem? Does anyone have a solution or advice?

Shoeiee; Sounds like you had fun and it must be great having someone with you. I’m glad you enjoyed my chronicles of my trips but, I will caution again, don’t become complacent. Select where you go carefully. Also, the first couple of times you wear stiletto heels, they are much more visible (mentally) to you than to anyone else. Have a great time, and keep us posted.

I have three style of thigh boots, pull on (no zipper), ankle zipper, and full length zipper. Each have their own feel and style and present a different image (at least I feel differently about wearing each style). The pull on boots are all 4” stiletto heel and are easy to get on (and off). They have a loose fit around the ankle. I think wearing them is more about wearing boots than about wearing heels. The exception is a pair of chap boots with a 5” heel. My heel just fits through the ankle when I put them on and they are not convenient to slip into (or out of). My ankle zip boots are either flat heel or 5” stiletto. The flat heel is still a loose fit around the ankle (even with the zipper) and are definitely about wearing boots. The 5” ankle zip have a much tighter ankle that emphasize the heel and are as much about wearing heels as wearing boots. The pair with the full length zipper are crotch length and fit tight all the way past my knee before they flair out at the thigh and have a 5” stiletto heel. I find the ankle zip boots easier to get on and off then the full zipper version.