maninpumps

"Good old days" The good old days can mean different things to each of us . I grew up in the 70's so, naturally the 70's are the good old days for me . That may be why I tend to purchase more platform wedges . I grew up in them . Then there are some of us that wore our mothers heels when we could sneak time in them or our sisters shoes (as I did ) . 

The TV shows were a big influence on some of us as well , look at the white pumps Barbra Billings wore in the show Leave it to Beaver . She always looked like the perfect statuesque mother of the 60's . For me it was One Day at a Time with Valerie Bertinelli . Just my thaughts on the subject .

Nice heels ! Love the Rose gold platform .

MIP et al,  ?

 Reading his posts is akin to trying to listen to a radio station through "snow" or static. Maybe, in this case, I intentionally bumped the radio dial  HinH

not sure what this means , I can only assume you think what I said was meant to be mean . Not so , just trying to make light of the situation . I interpreted the original post macky was having problems with what others feel about his heels and outfits . I just was saying what should he care what others are saying , he is his own person . 

BTW , they will sell you a new radio on Amazon ! 

Later , MIP

My local Torrid store has offered on several occasions to stay open later or open early to allow me to shop and try on cloths / shoes if I prefer . They seem to want me to come back for future sales . Lane Bryant has offered the same . My wife is with me most of the time and it's no issue . Then again as it's been mentioned , heels are a good way to inform the sale staff you are looking to purchase women's attire .  One other thing , always wear a product from that store you intend to visit . Sales people are looking for input on your recent purchase from them . 

NICE ! 

MackyHeels ,  Why do you care what others are saying behind your back ?  Pops told me a general rule to live by : "I have been accuse by a lot greater" .  In other words who cares what THEY say . The worst thing you can do is to let them know they are getting under your skin , they will only continue . From what I read in your short novel they seem to be getting under your skin and you seem to need female reassurance . True or False ? 

Respectively , MIP

Maybe an ice cream party ....... the styles are just silly looking in my opinion . Hey , to each their own .

JeffB , you may want to check with Lane Bryant , Woman Within or Torrid . I have great luck with all of them .  

 Just sitting here thinking about getting rid of more Brash and American Eagle brands from Payless , maybe they will sell on ebay as "vintage" then I could sell them for double what I paid . Just kidding , I plan to post them here first in groups of two when I get pictures taken of them . 

I am on Facebook and find it to be useful . Great for getting in touch with family , class mates for reunions or social groups with the same interests . I have also had people see me in heels on Facebook and most have just passed by some have spoken a word or two . You put your life on Facebook you better have thick skin . One in here stated you are advertising yourself , I could not agree more .  For me the benefits are endless for others not so much .  

Not sure if this would count ,  I had a  Drag queen that was on break ask me if he could try on my wedge ankle straps one night . I let him and he liked them . We chatted until his next show that night . We had a few drinks and he sang  Forget You by Cello Greene  for me .  My wife and I really enjoyed that .

jeremy1986 , you know how I feel about boots ,and for  indoor use I would go with the sandals .  Just out of curiosity , why should our opinions matter ? You are the one who is planning to wear one or the other . Go with what YOU like best ! Best of luck with your decision .

Respectfully , MIP 

22 hours ago, jetheelsfan said:

Just the kind of style for the up-coming generation.  They want their things to be all fluff and give them warm fuzziy's all the time.  Not realistic in the real world.  Can you imagine what happens when it rains on someone's parade in these things?

 

 

Yea , and don't forget the furry tails they wear .  HAHAHA !

Hello to all . just want to hear what everyone thinks about these new style heels with Furry toe boxes or straps . These things are in my opinion not fit for mankind  . Cleaning these things would be a nightmare .https://www.torrid.com/product/mauve-faux-fur-high-heel-sandal-wide-width/11561029.html?cgid=ShoesAccessories_Shoes_Heels#start=12  Hope everyone has a Great Day ! 

Respectfully , MIP 

"crying my eyes out on cyber Monday"

Kinda puts me in mind of the pool seen in "Rocky Horror Picture Show" .

What's next a proper punctuation test ? Come on folks, get over it . This is about high heels and fashion , not everyone can be a professor of writing ..............  

Being a high heel lover and crossdresser myself with two children ...well young adults . When my wife and I were dating ,long before we were engaged I asked her the same questions you did . When the children were born we tried to put the heels and dresses up for the time being and just let things "ride" . Well it was bound to happen my daughter asked her mommy why she had size 12 and size 8 high heels and my wife simply told her "Daddy sometimes likes to dress up and be pretty to" and left it at that . Fast forward to the middle and high school years she only asks if I have seen some of the new styles out or tells me I would look good in a top or dress she sees . She has gone with her mother and I shoe shopping and we have had great times with it . She has also told me I look silly in some of my older heels . When it's just jeans and heels she has no problem with it . My point is this children learn from their role models (mom & dad) if you both make a big deal of it then to them it will be . Be straight with them , do you honestly think they won't figure it out ? Children miss nothing and will find them . The best  a parent can do is teach understanding and tolerance . They will figure out the rest .  

I have an old pair of 13 wide by Sexy Shoes ?

Feed the fire and the flames go higher ...... 

My wife has known since I joined . I have shown her pictures from here and had her read some posts . There are not to many sites or blogs I go to she does not know about . LOL 

The urge to go shoe shopping hit Saturday morning and what an urge it was . Torrid seemed to be my first choice , always have good luck there . I found the style for me on sale for $56.90 then they were on sale at $27.97 . Given they are half off how can one go wrong ? The sales associate rang up my purchase and says I owe her $15.00 total with tax . I asked her if that was the right pri ce she said yes because they are half off ....... who am I to argue . They fit me and my wallet great !

19 hours ago, jeremy1986 said:

great idea for a thread.

though I thought the idea was to post picture of shoes we already own?

@maninpumps - 

 

I already wear a pair just like those everyday ! LOL

That was very fun and explains alot about my thing for wedges . Being born in 1968 it becomes clear . That would explain all my sisters (3) wearing wedges . LOL 

Seriously ? 

chrigi-ch , Nice looking wedges ! What brand and size are they ?