Let’s hear from the OG’s “Old Gagsters”’ of the High Heel Place!

[at9]

Searching "mens heels" on Asos gives over 70 hits. A few aren't really heels, some are horrible by almost any standard, almost all are not real leather. I have a pair of the leopard print ankle boots which have gained many compliments.

[pebblesf]

19 hours ago, hoverfly said:

A few months ago I actually bought hh boots from Asos in the men’s section.  Until now I did not think of mentioning it here.

 

19 hours ago, hoverfly said:

A few months ago I actually bought hh boots from Asos in the men’s section.  Until now I did not think of mentioning it here.

Would really love to try some of the Asos boots, just wish there was an actual retail store somewhere near my in Boston/Providence

[at9]

Don't know about the USA, but in the UK ASOS offer free post and returns so there's no risk in ordering a few to try.

[Puffer]

6 hours ago, at9 said:

Don't know about the USA, but in the UK ASOS offer free post and returns so there's no risk in ordering a few to try.

True enough, although there are often comments about incorrect sizes (or even mismatched pairs) being sent out.   And that seems to be even more prevalent with US and other overseas customers, perhaps because of poor conversion (by either party) of ASOS's somewhat inconsistent sizes.   It helps to read the reviews before ordering a particular item although (strangely) there are very few apparent for 'men's' footwear, at least on the UK website.

[pebblesf]

2 hours ago, Puffer said:

True enough, although there are often comments about incorrect sizes (or even mismatched pairs) being sent out.   And that seems to be even more prevalent with US and other overseas customers, perhaps because of poor conversion (by either party) of ASOS's somewhat inconsistent sizes.   It helps to read the reviews before ordering a particular item although (strangely) there are very few apparent for 'men's' footwear, at least on the UK website.

Yes, it does appear that many of the Asos boots aren't made of leather, and really need better closeup pictures.  Admittedly, I like many different styles of boots, but am extremely fussy at the same time.  I realize all the stuff is returnable, or exchangeable though.  

[hoverfly]

Yeah I got in pair leather and one not.  But hay it's in the men’s section!👍

[pebblesf]

2 hours ago, hoverfly said:

Yeah I got in pair leather and one not.  But hay it's in the men’s section!👍

Hoping you will post some pictures.  

[NrthEastHeel]

June 2008 i joined , so on the late end of the time frame mentioned in first post. But wow, been on here 17 years, seems a long time 🤣

[tightlevisandhhboots]

On 4/2/2022 at 10:06 PM, hoverfly said:

Hay is there any one left from the late 1990’s and early 2000’s that are still active here?  Let’s make some noise!

 

just checking….

Hey hoverfly!!

just logged in here today after a many years hiatus. Still wearing hhboots after all these years! Still wearing Miguel Jones boots and a few pairs of Steve Madden boots. This past week I bought myself a new pair of boots…. Nothing outrageous. Just a pair of Torrid block heel chunky lug ‘hikers’ boots. I’ve always liked chunky heels and cowboy heels all in the 3-4.5” range. I remember a few of the other guys, most with a penchant for wearing heels and other clothes deemed feminine, but who were not trying to be or look like a woman. I still only wear ‘women’s’ jeans because they fit my tall slender body type better. When Levi’s sold out over seas, I finally found Wranglers Q-baby then Shiloh and Willow in 7/8x38 inseam. Also wear 9/10x38. Good to see a few others still at it decades later!

tightlevisandhighheelboots!!

[pebblesf]

17 hours ago, tightlevisandhhboots said:

Hey hoverfly!!

just logged in here today after a many years hiatus. Still wearing hhboots after all these years! Still wearing Miguel Jones boots and a few pairs of Steve Madden boots. This past week I bought myself a new pair of boots…. Nothing outrageous. Just a pair of Torrid block heel chunky lug ‘hikers’ boots. I’ve always liked chunky heels and cowboy heels all in the 3-4.5” range. I remember a few of the other guys, most with a penchant for wearing heels and other clothes deemed feminine, but who were not trying to be or look like a woman. I still only wear ‘women’s’ jeans because they fit my tall slender body type better. When Levi’s sold out over seas, I finally found Wranglers Q-baby then Shiloh and Willow in 7/8x38 inseam. Also wear 9/10x38. Good to see a few others still at it decades later!

tightlevisandhighheelboots!!

Same here, love wearing women's jeans, just fit better.  My only complaint are the useless pockets!  

6 minutes ago, pebblesf said:

Same here, love wearing women's jeans, just fit better.  My only complaint are the useless pockets!  

It is great to hear from you again here for sure!  Always dreamed of owning a great pair of Western Ranch boots from years ago, should have sprung for a pair back then.  I do have a few pairs of MJ boots, not overly impressed.  To be fair, they were "returns", or orders that were never shipped.  Love my light colored pair with the 5" heels, but they are tough to walk in for any distance, should have stuck with 4" heels.  I would give MJ boots another chance though for sure.  They were reasonably priced, well constructed, good leather, and looked great.   

[tightlevisandhhboots]

12 hours ago, pebblesf said:

Same here, love wearing women's jeans, just fit better.  My only complaint are the useless pockets!  

It is great to hear from you again here for sure!  Always dreamed of owning a great pair of Western Ranch boots from years ago, should have sprung for a pair back then.  I do have a few pairs of MJ boots, not overly impressed.  To be fair, they were "returns", or orders that were never shipped.  Love my light colored pair with the 5" heels, but they are tough to walk in for any distance, should have stuck with 4" heels.  I would give MJ boots another chance though for sure.  They were reasonably priced, well constructed, good leather, and looked great.   

I still have my first pair of hh cowboy boots that are Western Ranch. Have had them resoled twice. The toe and heel show wear, but a good polishing hides a lot. All of my MJ boots and shoes were custom from my measurements, so have been blessed with a great fit!!

    As to the Wranglers, I find the pockets are great!! After Levi’s did away with the ‘original spin’ custom jeans, I tried American Eagle jeans as well as Vanity, BKE, Miss Me even Cruel Girl. Miss Me were great!! But very expensive. American Eagle tends to run thin, but fit great, but finding 38” inseam was hard. Vanity was my go to low rise boot cut until they shuttered. Cruel Girl I loved but could only find 36” inseam. BKE were great too but again ran thin and 38” inseam has been difficult. So for the last 5 years Wrangler has been my favorite. I’d love to hear other guys experiences with women’s jeans with their hhboots!!

tightlevishhboots!!!