ShockQueen Posted April 3, 2008 Posted April 3, 2008 This was too awesome NOT to share! Click HERE for the whole story! Bascially, in a nutshell, I've found acceptance! Pinch me, I'm dreaming! SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
johnieheel Posted April 3, 2008 Posted April 3, 2008 Don't know what to say Shockqueen. You are living a dream for all of us. That is soooooo cool! real men wear heels
Bubba136 Posted April 3, 2008 Posted April 3, 2008 While everything looks "peachy dandy" right now, SQ, I would proceed very, very slowley if I were you. Should you get too far out front to quickly , circumstances could change unexpectedly and you could find yourself having problems. Let some time elaps between episodes of trying to stretch the envelope. "Itty-bitty steps........ Being mentally comfortable in your own mind is the key to wearing heels in public.
ShockQueen Posted April 3, 2008 Author Posted April 3, 2008 I agree, Bubba136, and I have reached my "happy point" already, so I'm not going past the point I'm at. I've achieved what I set out to do, and that is enough for me. :-) SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
Phoenix Posted April 4, 2008 Posted April 4, 2008 This was too awesome NOT to share! Click HERE for the whole story! Bascially, in a nutshell, I've found acceptance! Pinch me, I'm dreaming! That is very cool. Congrats!
crotchboots-m Posted April 4, 2008 Posted April 4, 2008 my advice: be very careful here. just be careful that they are sincere in this...i dont know the motivations involved.you know your supervisor better than i do. all i am saying is that if they are looking for something on you,this might be it.
flavio Posted April 4, 2008 Posted April 4, 2008 It's aways good to know about a successful step of one of our members here. ShockQueen is a master. Kudos to you! Flavio - Brazilian heel lover, now in France.
yozz Posted April 5, 2008 Posted April 5, 2008 That is a great step forward! Would it be possible that we get to see a picture of the approved outfit (or at least below a certain line)? Y. Raise your voice. Put on some heels.
ShockQueen Posted April 6, 2008 Author Posted April 6, 2008 That is a great step forward! Would it be possible that we get to see a picture of the approved outfit (or at least below a certain line)? Y. I shall work on that. I'm getting better with my webcam, so it may be certainly possible! I did post a pic of my most recent result to the nail salon in my Nail Files thread under "general fashion". SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
roniheels Posted April 8, 2008 Posted April 8, 2008 Yeah! Congratulations SQ, you are the king! Good luck to you with your future attire at work. I am happy for you!
ShockQueen Posted April 8, 2008 Author Posted April 8, 2008 Thank you everyone, really! It was a bit of a gamble to see if it would go over well, and it appears to have done just that. I haven't offended anyone, I've received compliments from colleagues and management alike, so I think as long as I keep it conservative and in good taste, then I think it'll be smooth sailing ahead. I....am....CELEBRATING a major style WIN!!! SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
ShockQueen Posted April 14, 2008 Author Posted April 14, 2008 So far, it's starting my 3rd week in my wedge boots, and my sneakers have been banished to the home. Feels good! I bought some more nice turtlenecks to go with my black jeans & boots, and next week, will be looking for even more! A couple of my colleagues are saying I should wear my more daring styles, but I know far better than that, so I'm staying well away from that temptation (such as would be nice, but it's that "career" thing, ya know?). All bets are off outside the workplace though! MWA HA HA HA HA HA!!!!! SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
Danielinheels Posted April 14, 2008 Posted April 14, 2008 Amazing, SQ Good to see that you got the acceptance we'd all give a pinky toe (maybe finger) for. Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
ShockQueen Posted April 15, 2008 Author Posted April 15, 2008 It's a good victory for me, as I've incorporated a number of things into my dailywear - acrylic nails, small heels, "man bag" (aka purse)......it's a lot for most to take in, but there have been no ill effects. I'm thinking it's like many here do - they find good heels, and then build an outfit to accompany them with style and flair. While granted I doubt I'll ever wear stilettos to work (well, maybe on Halloween), at least I can feel a little lift in my step when I walk........that, and they sound darn cool on hard floors - like a regular stiletto would! I think if others want to try the same thing, I doubt you would run into much opposition unless they are really stodgy about the whole dress code thing. Truth be told, unless there is a safety issue, I doubt there is much legally that can be done, although it can paint a bullseye on you if taken wrong. It's all about balance. SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
roniheels Posted April 16, 2008 Posted April 16, 2008 Please let us know if you have started a trend and if any of your co-workers follow suit. What an absolute triumph that would be!
ShockQueen Posted April 16, 2008 Author Posted April 16, 2008 Well, no real trend-setting as of yet, although a couple of my female friends went and had their nails done after me. Somehow I doubt any of my tastes will rub off on other guys here, but at least they're being very supportive, so I'll go along with it. Now to see what I can find in Denver to expand on this.....hee hee hee. *rubs hands gleefully* SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
ShockQueen Posted April 27, 2008 Author Posted April 27, 2008 I had a fun time in Denver, and picked up some nice flared-leg jeans from Lane Bryant, which go very well with my wedge boots. I also picked up a nice blue hair-clip barrette thing that has some stones in it from this place that hand-makes all their stuff, and then went and got some Sally Hansen platinum nail polish. I picked up some nice shoes at the Payless shops down there, although none would be considered "work attire". Tomorrow I'll be donning: -flare-leg jeans -white pullover (kinda turtleneckish) -wedge boots -platinum nails -nice hair clip I think it's a style that works well together. We'll see what happens. SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
las Posted April 27, 2008 Posted April 27, 2008 It is always fantastic to hear of your successes, SQ.
loswabs Posted April 27, 2008 Posted April 27, 2008 I had a fun time in Denver, and picked up some nice flared-leg jeans from Lane Bryant, which go very well with my wedge boots. I also picked up a nice blue hair-clip barrette thing that has some stones in it from this place that hand-makes all their stuff, and then went and got some Sally Hansen platinum nail polish. I picked up some nice shoes at the Payless shops down there, although none would be considered "work attire". Tomorrow I'll be donning: -flare-leg jeans -white pullover (kinda turtleneckish) -wedge boots -platinum nails -nice hair clip I think it's a style that works well together. We'll see what happens. Would be nicee to see a pic of you in your outfit It's my opinion, no more, no less
ShockQueen Posted April 28, 2008 Author Posted April 28, 2008 Had a pic taken at work tonight in a slightly modified version: White mock turtleneck deep blue flare jeans wedge-heel peep-toe slingback sandals Platinum nails As soon as I get it in my e-mail, I shall show it here! SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
tightsnheels Posted April 28, 2008 Posted April 28, 2008 You give me reason to envy your place of employment as I am confined to a strcitly mandated uniform and work boots. Though with my line of work heels are a definate no-no even for the few ladies who ever take up the trade. Good luck and keep us posted on your sucess. T&H "Look for the woman in the dress, if there is no dress there is no woman."-Coco Channel
raymond.nl Posted April 28, 2008 Posted April 28, 2008 You give me reason to envy your place of employment as I am confined to a strcitly mandated uniform and work boots. Yup, I don't expect to be pulled over by a policeman in stiletto's any time soon. (Although living in the Netherlands anything is to be expected!)
docs41 Posted April 30, 2008 Posted April 30, 2008 ShockQueen, Your brass is an inspiration to many of us. Wish I culd pull it off the way that you do. Keep it up! If the shoe fits-buy it!!!!!!
ShockQueen Posted April 30, 2008 Author Posted April 30, 2008 I looked at the pics, and I had a case of the "yuck-face", so I blotted it out. The rest of the outfit from that night is here though! Admittedly, I think my outfit looks better today, but here is the one I have to share. Enjoy! SQ SQ.....still busting societal molds with a smile...and a 50-ton sledge!
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