Danielinheels Posted February 15, 2006 Posted February 15, 2006 http://www.taceri.com they specialize in large sizes (10-14), in some traditionally feminine styles but also some more "normal" shoes as well (I've actually seen this place's storefront in Chicago). They even have a survey. I'm about to fill it out. Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
Danielinheels Posted February 15, 2006 Author Posted February 15, 2006 OK I did the survey not very long ago, I'll try my best to remember/paraphrase what I wrote: starting with the work environment question: How Would You Describe Your Work Environment? Business Casual How Would You Categorize Your Style? Trendy My Favorite Type Of Shoes Are? Pumps I Am Most Comfortable In A Heel That Is 2-3 inches For Work. I Am Most Comfortable In A Heel That Is 3+ inches On The Weekend. I Am Most Comfortable In A Heel That Is 3+ inches In The Evening Where Do You Currently Purchase Most Of Your Shoes ? Online On Average, How Many Pairs Of Shoes Do You Purchase Per Season? Spring/Summer 5-8 Fall/Winter 3-5 On Average, How Much Do You Spend Per Pair? ($25-$50) Please Rank The Following In Order Of Importance To You, Using 1-3 1 Style 3 Comfort 2 Price What Type Of Shoes Would You Like To Find More Of In Your Size? More trendy styles - most shoes that I find in my size (13W) is either a sneaker, frumpy-looking, or cheaply manufactured. I'd like to be fashionably up-to-date, even in a larger size. Comments/Share Your Stories As a man who enjoys sneakers and heels equally, I find that shoe shopping in my size is hard, but especially so for heels. On the rare occasion that I do find a good shoe, it's met with positive remarks. (You will be notified if your story is featured on our website, in addition you will receive a web coupon to use towards a future purchase). Please tell us how you heard about us. Other Other Information (note: text is limited to 5 lines) I admit that not every style sold here is ideal for a consumer like myself. However, I'm very glad I found this site and look forward to stopping in for a visit someday. Please Click Below If You Would Be Interested In Receiving Updates On Events, Sales and Other Information X Please include me on your mailing list and that's all he wrote! Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
Dr. Shoe Posted February 15, 2006 Posted February 15, 2006 A bit pricey but good. Not really my thing- no boots! Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects.
Danielinheels Posted February 16, 2006 Author Posted February 16, 2006 I found out about this place, founded in Chicago by some ladies not very long ago - they specialize in larger sized shoes and women with larger calves. http://www.sole-lounge.com/newsite/shoes/casual/ if you just go to the base url, there'll be a quick flash intro followed by a chance to join a newsletter. needless to say, i did. Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
Dr. Shoe Posted February 16, 2006 Posted February 16, 2006 Nice stuff there! What sizes are they though? Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects.
Danielinheels Posted February 16, 2006 Author Posted February 16, 2006 not exactly sure they're waaaaay on the southside (for reference's sake, i'm waaaaaaaaaaay on the northside) so i might need a full day aside to venture down there and see. theres an article about them in this month's essence magazine Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
HeelD Posted February 17, 2006 Posted February 17, 2006 I really like these pairs: http://taceri.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=6911&Category_Code= And always a classic! - http://taceri.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=3559c&Category_Code= Heel-D - Freestyling since 2005
HeelD Posted February 17, 2006 Posted February 17, 2006 I found out about this place, founded in Chicago by some ladies not very long ago - they specialize in larger sized shoes and women with larger calves. http://www.sole-lounge.com/newsite/shoes/casual/ if you just go to the base url, there'll be a quick flash intro followed by a chance to join a newsletter. needless to say, i did. I must say, I REALLY like these... Heel-D - Freestyling since 2005
Danielinheels Posted February 18, 2006 Author Posted February 18, 2006 I really like these pairs: http://taceri.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=6911&Category_Code= And always a classic! - http://taceri.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=3559c&Category_Code= LOVE that first pair - said that as soon as I saw em. The clear strap is an extra bonus. camel colored pumps - I was upset to see that my size wasn't available online, and Gabrielle Shoes (their carrier in Chicago) is a nice drive away. Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
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