stellah Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 What do you like best - zipper, laces or just pull-on boots? I like the classical side-zipper best. I actually enjoy the zipping sound very much _______________ HH forever!
Robert Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 Hi Stellah, I like in the first place the zipper, yes, the side zipper goes also for me, in the second place the pull-on boots and third the lace-up boots Boots, fascinating footwear http://s70.photobucket.com/albums/i103/Boots_1956/
Francis Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 zips and then lace ups I don't like pull-ups much as there's not as much fun
Joak Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 Well, good question - most time the laces makes the best fit. If you have them made to measure this will be the same for the zipper style. In most cases, I'd prefer laces, for waering them I'd say and for the look I'd prefer zipper. havent found any interesting pull-on boots in my sizes, so I can't say much about them...
Laurieheels Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 I prefer lace up boots. The look is wonderful. The laces just add something more to draw the eye. And maybe the laces can also create an image of bondage, I don't know. Whatever it is, lace me up, I like my boots that way.
Arctic Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 Zip no doubt. I hate lacers as they take ages to fasten and I don't have that time. Pull-on boots are ok, but since they don't "hug" the leg as nicely as well-fitting zip boots, their effect on me is not as outspoken... Bert What's all the fuss about?
Highluc Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 I hate laces, I never liked them on shoes (I'm talking from being little boy here) and don't like the look and the effort it takes on boots. Pullons are ok if they are the stretchy materials that hug my legs, or the classical old boot if the leather is just right to be sufficiently stiff to keep the shafts up my legs but still soft so as not to hinder movements. My number one choice is zippers but never in front on top. Inside side zippers are ok when they run from the base of the sole at least till over the ankle. Full length zippers are ok if they are isolated from my legs by a small cover on the inside. Twin parralel zippers are the most practical and usually look good. Most beautifull and exciting for me but less practical is the zipper at the back. Anybody remembers the first velcro closures on boots at the end of the sixties? Endless adjustment possibilities and fast closure but usually closing with a full flap over the front from the bottom to the top. 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
Gizmo Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 Boot with ziper are my chiuce then goes pullons - but only made from streching material Laces ---- don`t like at all.
Dr. Shoe Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 I'm afraid I'm going to go against the grain here and say that Pull-ons are my very favourite followed by back zip, then front zip, then side zip and finally laces. Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects.
Yamyam Posted August 29, 2002 Posted August 29, 2002 I love zips! Side zip for me, followed by back zip, I guess. And it is partly that I love the noise of the zip going up, but I also quite like the quiet rattle of the zip as you walk. As for pull-ons, I've not yet found a pair that fit properly, but I'm prepared to keep shopping I've not yet seen a pair with laces that I really like, but that doesn't mean I won't. I saw a pair of pointy-toed 5" stiletto boots once, but despite trying every size from UK8 to UK11 I couldn't find a pair that seemed to fit right. I wouldn't buy the nearest pair for nearly UKP90! Obsessed is such a strong word. I prefer to think of myself as "differently enthusiastic"
Laurieheels Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 You all suck! Lazy, lazy, lazy! Laces are great fun. As for taking too long, that's your male mentality fault of always being in a hurry. Me, I just make time to lace up and I am thrilled. I actually enjoy the sensation if they are a nice pair of boots and thin laces. Of course, I prefer not to have to lace runners and I have them worked in to the point where I just wiggle them on and go.
stellah Posted August 30, 2002 Author Posted August 30, 2002 Thank you all form these nice ideas about boots. I must say i like laces, too, but much less than zipper. I think I know where it comes from: usually men's boots are with front laces and men are used to that. But there are very few boots for men with zippers. So zipper boots are already interesting even without the heel - isn't it? So - zipper and high heel combined - there's on hell of a boot! And they do make a nice sound when walking - laces don't... _______________ HH forever!
stellah Posted August 30, 2002 Author Posted August 30, 2002 Why not, side-laces! I'll help you out here with the pic, Trollleg: _______________ HH forever!
Francis Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 Laurie, you'd love the pair of boots I have They have laces on the front and a zip on the inside of the leg. Best of both worlds
TXT-1 Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 I think I'll answer the question better not let laurie see this pic she will wage war on platforms! www.ladybwear.com/images/fullsize/dream.jpg if you haven't noticed i like laces then buckles then zips, later, TXT-1
Laurieheels Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 Francis, yes, those sound great, perfect for being a motorcycle star one day... goddess on a bike, in laced up boots... Trollie - side lacers? I never thought about it, but wow, they look snazzy. Curse my timing, the big paycheque shows up when I need to pay rent! As for platforms... TXT, I'll pretend I didn't see anything and maintain the peace
Arctic Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 I think I'll answer the question better not let laurie see this pic she will wage war on platforms! www.ladybwear.com/images/fullsize/dream.jpg if you haven't noticed i like laces then buckles then zips, later, TXT-1 Yäk... those are defenitely not for me. Bert What's all the fuss about?
Arctic Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 Why not, side-laces! I'll help you out here with the pic, Trollleg: These, on the other hand.... YUMMY! Too bad that my elephant feet don't fit in a 41 of that style... bert What's all the fuss about?
Arctic Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 Yäk... those are defenitely not for me. Bert What's all the fuss about?
Francis Posted August 30, 2002 Posted August 30, 2002 Lauire, sounds like we're mixing threads here. A Valkyrie Goddess on a motorbike. Interesting choice!
Laurieheels Posted August 31, 2002 Posted August 31, 2002 Mixing threads is fun, but maybe I should start a new one in the general section...
Calv Posted September 1, 2002 Posted September 1, 2002 I dont like pull on boots as they are obviously plastic, and I could never get a pair to fit me. It is hard enough to find a pair of zip up boots that fit tmy legs properly (why do manufacturers think that people with a size 8/9 foot has a leg like a tree trunk?) I like the side zip variety, but do have a couple of pairs of lace up ankle boots which do fit snuggly. Do your own thing. Don't be a victim of conformity. Calv
Arctic Posted September 1, 2002 Posted September 1, 2002 I dont like pull on boots as they are obviously plastic, and I could never get a pair to fit me. same here. (why do manufacturers think that people with a size 8/9 foot has a leg like a tree trunk?) It varies enormously, but most boots that I can get my feet in also fit my leg one way or another. I guess the circumference may vary several inches between manufacturers, but leather stretches nicely. Usually at least. Bert What's all the fuss about?
Firefox Posted September 1, 2002 Posted September 1, 2002 Zips as they're quick, accurate, and make a nice sound. I like laces too. I don't find them inconvenient and there's better ajustment on the instep. Do the laces people have mild bondage theme in the background? It's probably not true in most cases, but one of the things that might pass by unless you think about it.
stellah Posted September 5, 2002 Author Posted September 5, 2002 I've seen side-zippers that go only halfway up - from the sole to ankle - on some thigh-high boots. Are they just for beauty or does it really work as a zipping tool? _______________ HH forever!
Francis Posted September 5, 2002 Posted September 5, 2002 I reckon that those are the leg hugging variety and the zip is so that you can get your ankle in without having to really pull. Then once your foot is in, zip up!
Dr. Shoe Posted September 6, 2002 Posted September 6, 2002 Actually, when i said pull-on boots, I meant the traditional leather ones similar to the kind that was in style in the late 80s and not those horrid stretch boots. And to say that the stretch boots are always plastic is not neccesarily true, modern technology has made stretch leather possible. You can also get transparent leather too but it looks so disgusting it is never used! Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects.
Francis Posted September 6, 2002 Posted September 6, 2002 Transparent leather? I certainly hope it is manufactured, I'd hate to think of loads of cows walking around with their innards on display!
stellah Posted September 10, 2002 Author Posted September 10, 2002 Here's a really nice gallery of boots, some featuring zipping action http://www.xfreehosting.com/fetish/bootgirls4you/serie7/serie7.html An example: _______________ HH forever!
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