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I got a pair of wedge boots. These ones here, they have a 1cmish platform but its barely noticeable to be honest. I know you guys hate wedges and whatnot but i'm a fan of em, so whatever: http://www.amazon.com/BCBGMAXAZRIA-Womens-Remy-Boot-Black/dp/B004LWO5BI (not at that price mind you MUCH cheaper :D, they're on my feet right now or i'd take a picture but breaking them in whilst I clean house) Also, I prefer the patent platform stilettos, not a huge suede fan to be honest, its annoying to keep clean and we have road salt here which kills suede faster than an ocelot on a rabbit.

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Love the suede color blocked boots with the zip up the back. If platforms didn't make me walk like a hooker I'd buy a pair.

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I don't hate wedges, those boots look fantastic saudade, I love the shape of the heel (from the back) and the footprint, and the strap detailing is great too (if I'm picky maybe I'd prefer if the buckle detail was a little less blocky). Also a really elegant height and the platform is practically invisible. I'm thinking they'd look amazing with a dark grey knee-length skirt and black turtleneck top with a black leather jacket - what looks do you have in mind with those boots?

If you like it, wear it.

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Why do you guys not like platforms? Platforms are not hookerish at all, at least not the ones I wear.

Reread my post more carefully. I didn't say they looked hookerish. I said they make me walk like one.

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Why do you guys not like platforms? Platforms are not hookerish at all, at least not the ones I wear.

I guess it's all about guilt by association. For my part, I find platforms, even small ones somewhat, well, cloddish to wear, but that's just my opinion.

I don't want to LOOK like a woman, I just want to DRESS like a woman!

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Whatever! We all like what we like. I like platforms, but not the heavy, clumsy ones from the 70s! Mine are between 3/4" - 1". I like them because they give me more cushion when I walk an rough or graveled pavement. I need extra comfort because I'm in heels 90% of the time. I've tried heels with no plats, and don't like them whatsoever. Do you guys find it hard to find heels with no platform? I find that most shoes and boots have some kind of platform on them.

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Not really, it's just that there are many designs I like in a platform that I wish weren't platforms for both comfort and the walk issue. My personal experience is that the platform accentuates my walk in such a way that is not in my vision for myself. I suppose it's what I'm used to. I literally walk/run/jump/dance effortlessly in single sole stiletto footwear and it's been my daily footwear for seven plus years. I'm a guy that likes to wear high heels with my feet firmly planted on the ground.

Shafted, the boots that is! View my gallery here http://www.hhplace.o...afteds-gallery/ or view my heeling thread here http://www.hhplace.org/topic/3850-new-pair-of-boots-starts-me-serious-street-heeling/ - Pm me if you want fashion advice or just need someone to talk to.

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So offtopic-ish question. What constitutes a "platform" that is too high? I'll use metric for our non-americans, 1cm+? 2cm? In a way every shoe has some platform, the sole takes up at least some non-significant portion of height. I just gather that there seems to be an overtone of hatred for extra "sole" (pun intended) on the shoe. I personally don't think much of up to about 3cm, past that and walking becomes more... interesting. Under and there isn't a whole lot of difference to gait. So whats the rub all you platform haters?

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Hi all,Got these new boots at journeys yesterday.wore them out of the store.And where on sale also.$39.00 http://www.journeys....ourneys&g=w&p=2

Those boots look great on you! I also like the shinny leggings that you are wearing too. That is a combination that I like to wear too. It's a little bit more challenging for a man to wear out but I love that look.

Thanks for your pics. Again you look fab in your new boots!!!!!!!

Happy Heeling,

bluejay

So offtopic-ish question. What constitutes a "platform" that is too high? I'll use metric for our non-americans, 1cm+? 2cm?

In a way every shoe has some platform, the sole takes up at least some non-significant portion of height. I just gather that there seems to be an overtone of hatred for extra "sole" (pun intended) on the shoe.

I personally don't think much of up to about 3cm, past that and walking becomes more... interesting. Under and there isn't a whole lot of difference to gait. So whats the rub all you platform haters?

At first I was not thrilled about wearing platforms. But now after buying a couple pairs of pumps, a pair of booties and a, pair of knee boots all with platforms I like the look. I still don't like the look of the 2" or higher platforms. Mine are all 1 1/2" or less as opposed to the 2-3" platforms out there, that some women are wearing.

We all have different tastes in heels, that's why such a variety is out there for us to choose from.

Happy Heeling,

bluejay

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Check out these babies! They are Fluevog Leeward knee boots. 3/4" platform and 4.5" heels. Just amazing! I got them on sale for$299. I saved almost 300 bucks! I wore them to church and them out to lunch the first day.

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My most expensive hobby is my barn and the trucks that go in it. And the tools. Hell the hoist was three grand. But heels? I cringe when I pay $60 for a pair. Yet my Redwings were about $200. I guess I've got my priorities all screwed up! Question though... are expensive heels actually worth it?

Mike

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What it comes down to, is cheap pumps aren't very comfortable and won't last very long.

If frequently worn I would agree.

Many inexpensive pumps may be comfortable for a short time (there are exceptions). Likewise most mid to high end heels are much more comfy for the long haul (again there are exceptions).

Shafted, the boots that is! View my gallery here http://www.hhplace.o...afteds-gallery/ or view my heeling thread here http://www.hhplace.org/topic/3850-new-pair-of-boots-starts-me-serious-street-heeling/ - Pm me if you want fashion advice or just need someone to talk to.

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