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!!!

[pebblesf]

Well, having to  find a 38" inseam is surely not one of my issues.  It sounds like you have a long and lean physique, which of course, is perfect for tight fitting women's jeans.  Is the inseam length as much of an issue if you wear your boots over the jeans?  In other words, can you get away with a much shorter inseam if you wear the jeans inside the boots?  

For me, I have just experimented with thrift shop girl jeans.  I didn't want to spend big bucks not really knowing what size/length would be right for the old "dad bod".   I found a pair of "lucky brand" dark blue "hayden" 12-31 stretch jeans that fit nicely.  They are low rise, so it seems important having the old butt in decent form to keep them from drooping down, I just wear a belt.  I have a dark grey pair of the same lucky jeans/same size, probably donated by the same person.  I like these jeans because they stretch so fit fairly tight without feeling constricting.  Definitely look nice with my nine west blank stiletto ankle boots, or most any boots for that matter.  

A few years back, I ventured into the levis store in Vegas, looking for a pair of women's jeans.  It seems like styles have changed, most women's jeans now seem to be "high rise", saw no real "low rise" styles.  Not a fan of the high rise look though.  My go to for years was always the levis 511s, they fit fairly nicely.  Tried a pair of 510s years back also, had to face the fact that I am not 29 anymore.  The sales person in the levis store was quite pleasant and helpful, I'm sure she realized she had a sale if she just stuck with me while I pondered several styles.  Finally, she recommeded levis 512s.  These seem to be a combination of 510s, nice tight fit on the legs, combined the a slightly more "dad bod" fit around the waist hips.  I really like the way the fit and bought a pair, probably should have bought two pairs, they might be discontinued now!

[Cali]

I ventured into women's jeans and cords 8 years ago and haven't ventured out.  

In Levi's I have several 311's both red tag and cords.

In Express I have many different styles, mostly skinny, size 10 and some 8's. Some are  'short', I like the short versions for some boots because the stop before the ankles and don't give me extra bulk around the ankles. My boots fit better.  I have gotten a few 'straight jeans' and recently I have some skyscraper in size 10 and 8. I just got a size 6, I can get them on and close the button and zip them up, but they are a little too tight for now.  Hopefully, I will be able to wear them with a little more weigh lose.

Several of my cords are JAG. I get compliments in those all the time.

Love the new 4-way stretchable materials.