Richy Posted March 5, 2002 Posted March 5, 2002 These are a couple of my favourite boots, mainly because of the comfort factor. The first pair I only bought about five days ago from Brantano, and after work they have rarely been off my feet (which includes doing all the shopping). The leather is so thin it's like wearing a pair of gloves on my feet. They're a size nine, about a c or d width and only £45. The best pair of boots I've ever bought. The other pair I have seen surprisingly few comments about (in fact none at all), since they were from the Faith range last winter. They were unusual because of the double zip. A friend of mine had a similar pair which she swore by as being so easy to get on and off. She was right. They are also very stylish for a man's style with the square toe. The only problem can be the width which is a "a" width (fairly narrow) which meant going to a size 10. Hopefully they will do them again next season. <font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: Richy on 2002-03-05 23:01 ]</font>
Highluc Posted March 5, 2002 Posted March 5, 2002 Hey Richie, way to go, excellent choice to prove the world heels look good on men too. Practical heels for all genders is not utopic. Besides being stylish they also look very comfy. Ideal combination. I would like to see if anybody can voice anything negative (with sensible rationale) about these heels on men. Be youself, enjoy any footwear you like and don't care about what others think about it, it's your life, not theirs. Greetings from Laurence
Richy Posted March 6, 2002 Author Posted March 6, 2002 Just as a footnote (excuse the pun). I took a trip up to Birmingham today by train, and have been in the Brantano Boots all day with no problems whatsoever. They are extremely comfortable for long term wear, even when wondering around town centres for a couple of hours. I also didn't get any negative reaction off anybody, even though the heels were in full view most of the time. The only reaction I got was a huge smile of young woman on the train coming home. For the stiletto fans, BTW, Jeff Bains are now selling a couple of Pierre Silbers range under the brand name of the highest heel. They have courts with a solid brass 5" stiletto heel and also ankle boots with high black heels which are listed on the Pierre Silber site as Aftan Boots. http://us.st8.yimg.com/store4.yimg.com/I/pierresilber_1678_4961978 http://us.st8.yimg.com/store4.yimg.com/I/pierresilber_1675_2505768
Robert Posted March 6, 2002 Posted March 6, 2002 Hi Richy, Great boots you have! Unfortunately Brantano doesn't sell boots in that size in the Netherlands Greetings Boots, fascinating footwear http://s70.photobucket.com/albums/i103/Boots_1956/
terayon Posted March 8, 2002 Posted March 8, 2002 I really dont like boots like that(the small ankle length ones)...why not make them all the way up too the knee? i think it looks a million times sexier, and they feel SO much nicer..
IHeels Posted March 17, 2002 Posted March 17, 2002 Hiya Richy, Love those pumps with the metal heel shaft, I've got a simular pair, wicked! Terayon, ankle boots are great with pants, I have some and only wear them with jeans / pants in the cooler months. Knee boots I agree are pretty cool, they work best with skirts, very appealing. You're lucky, getting a woman's point of view here. Inga HEELS are POWER the HIGHER the BETTER.
Firefox Posted March 17, 2002 Posted March 17, 2002 I agree with Inga. Knee boots are wasted, and can be too warm, if you are not wearing a skirt. Except that is, if you really enjoy the feel of them. Out of my collection, I have 50 pairs of ankle boots and maybe a couple of knee boots. I like the last boots posted the most. They are somewhat remeniscent of the "Squash" style, also by Faith, of which I have an example in dark brown.
Laurieheels Posted March 17, 2002 Posted March 17, 2002 That pair with the brass heel... That is on my list to try on Wednesday when I go pick up a few new pairs. I tried them in 11 and too big, so maybe if I ask they can get in 10s for me. And then they go into work rotation. If I get them, that is. <font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: Laurieheels on 2002-03-17 20:38 ]</font>
Laurieheels Posted April 27, 2002 Posted April 27, 2002 I am still trying to get those brass heeled shoes. It's my own version of the brass ring. I may have new shoes right now, but I really would like a black pump with a metallic heel. They look so damn classy I think I'll cry if I never find a pair.
allheel Posted April 28, 2002 Posted April 28, 2002 Ritchie, agree on the looks on those boots, very acceptable. For some reason - my somewhat flat feet - any curve in the shoe making the heel part of my foot less angled than the arch part is uncomfortable for me - I have to look for boots or shoes where the slope from heel to the flat part is an even steady slope, and I've been finding that hard of late
Dawn HH Posted January 17, 2004 Posted January 17, 2004 Richy:-) Both pairs of boots in your pics look quite comfortable and being that you took them shopping without breaking them in first, they would have to be. I like the styles with the squared off toes and the chunky heels. My type of boot. They would look stealthy under longer boot-cut jeans, and no one would be the wiser. How high are the heels? Dawn HH High Heeled Boots Forever!
Richy Posted January 17, 2004 Author Posted January 17, 2004 The heels on the Brantano boots are 3.5". Brantano still sell that style, called Victoria. The Faith boots are 4" but sadly, they no longer sell that style.
Heelfan Posted January 17, 2004 Posted January 17, 2004 Richy, thank you for giving the name "Victoria" - I'll promptly try and get myself a pair. As has already been commented, boots like that are the PERFECT sort of style to show the world that we men can look stylish, tasteful and fashionable in high heels. UK guys might also like to look at a couple of similar Brantano styles that I wear out-and-about a great deal: "Dollar" and "Banbury" (kindly illustrated below by Robert). Both are ankle boots with a 3 1/2" chunky heel similar to Richy's "Victoria" with broad, square masculine toes, but with plainer uppers without the stitched seams. Both are avaible in two or three colour choices. "Banbury" goes up to and including size 10UK, and "Dollar" goes up to a size 9 which runs pretty large. Both fit my size 9 1/2 UK male foot. Regarding Brantano, another tip is to browse through their smaller ladies' sizes, but look at the boxes accompanying each pair. The label gives the full size-range available in each and every style (say, 4 - 8 or 3 - 10). That way, if you spot a knockout style that is only on shown in a small size, you can order it in your size and still try it on when it arrives with no obligation to purchase. I've done that with Brantano on a number of occasions! Cheerfully yours, Heelfan Onwards and upwards!
Robert Posted January 17, 2004 Posted January 17, 2004 These are my Banbury boots I bought at Brantano in size 10. They are very comfortable. Robert Boots, fascinating footwear http://s70.photobucket.com/albums/i103/Boots_1956/
Richy Posted January 17, 2004 Author Posted January 17, 2004 My mistake. The Brantano style is actually called Victory (I was working from memory so forgive me). I don't know whether they still do them, but they also did a very nice line in a shoe boot called Boston with a 3" heel and rounded toe.
Dawn HH Posted January 17, 2004 Posted January 17, 2004 Richy, Heelfan, and Robert:-) Thanks very much for the information and pics on the different styles of boots you all posted. They would all fit into my street-heeling requirements. Now I will have to do some shopping and see if I can locate them. Dawn HH High Heeled Boots Forever!
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