Arctic Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 What happened to the boots with blade heels and square toeboxes? When I got into this heel thing in the early 2000s, blades were briefly in but went out before I realized what was going on. They never came back. For me it is clear: the blade heel is the most stylish of all, beating the stiletto hands down. But it is hard to make perfect: it has to be fairly skinny but wide, and has to be at the far end of the ankle. It's particularly potent when combined with a VERY square toe box, which went out even faster. Blade heels and pointy toes go well too. Round toe boxes? No thanks. Even rounded square ones don't do it for me. Here are 22 pictures of what it could be like, however it is worth mentioning that none below has the correct combination of both! http://share.ovi.com/channel/boots.squaretoe-blade What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stilettoscot Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Arctic, I do remember, back about 8-9 years ago, when going out to the movies and dinner with my ex, seeing lots of that style around. Now? Never... I generally love stilettos, but I would go for that style. Just don't see them even at the stores anymore... Thanks. Walking in ultra-highs because it's exciting...and it is!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrimper Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Keep a watch on Ebay. Some are sure to pop up there. No style totally disappears, you just have to look the right places for them. I lived through the sixties and seventies when stilettos fell off the end of the earth. Funny story though; I was driving through this neighborhood in this large city and saw a store that had heels on display in the window. Just thinking about finding some heels I went into the store and after looking around for a minute I realized that shoes weren't being sold there, it was more like a museum with the old styles on the rack. Turned out the store was a front for something else. When that dawned on me I hustled my tail out of there and never looked or went back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jarl Ayari Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 I am sure these were also called Java heels Smile and the whole world smiles with you, Fart and your on your own!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trolldeg Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Probably the ugliest types of heels and toeboxes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hhboots Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 I have to agree with trolldeg somewhat. Lovely girls in many of the photos and some of the boots are appealing on them, but the style is not my preference really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 Probably the ugliest types of heels and toeboxes... No wonder, your mood is confused What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastfreddy2 Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 For me it is clear: the blade heel is the most stylish of all, beating the stiletto hands down. But it is hard to make perfect: it has to be fairly skinny but wide, and has to be at the far end of the ankle. Over here, a High Street cobbler/key-maker will change a pair of heels to a 4" blade type for about $80. Stiletto's off, blades on. I've acquired a number of pairs recently (2 ankle, 1 knee) all size UK8/US10 with no problem and not a great deal of money. All PU. I'll try to do some piccies tomorrow. I consider them 'risky' on polished floors though, and this liability may have contributed to their demise. ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnieheel Posted July 29, 2008 Share Posted July 29, 2008 Got from BAKERS 2 yrs ago. Most comfy pair of heels I own. real men wear heels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted July 29, 2008 Author Share Posted July 29, 2008 Over here, a High Street cobbler/key-maker will change a pair of heels to a 4" blade type for about $80. Stiletto's off, blades on. I've acquired a number of pairs recently (2 ankle, 1 knee) all size UK8/US10 with no problem and not a great deal of money. All PU. I'll try to do some piccies tomorrow. I consider them 'risky' on polished floors though, and this liability may have contributed to their demise. ... Really? Replace the heel? That seems to be a mechanical challenge. If you have pictures of that I would be very interested. I hear what you are saying about the polished floors. Although I have the same issue with some of the western styles with an underslung heel. What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastfreddy2 Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Really? Replace the heel? That seems to be a mechanical challenge. If you have pictures of that I would be very interested. I searched the Timpson website, and did a general Google trawl, and came up with 'zip'. Shame we didn't have this conversation yesterday. I stood in front of the board with the various options shown, only this afternoon. I may have to go back there tomorrow.... [To return something. ] If I do .... ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNYer Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 I still see blade heels during the colder months at times. I know a coworker who wears them religously at work. Hmm...The more I think about it though, it seems to me that the majority of blade heels that I see nowadays are worn by Asian women. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastfreddy2 Posted July 30, 2008 Share Posted July 30, 2008 Hmm...The more I think about it though, it seems to me that the majority of blade heels that I see nowadays are worn by Asian women. And strangely enough, is the source of the pairs I've bought. [Asian shop.] Dead helpful the lady is too. Even put some boots away for me, not knowing for sure when I was returning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bootsforme Posted July 31, 2008 Share Posted July 31, 2008 The "6pm" website still has some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puffer Posted September 6, 2008 Share Posted September 6, 2008 If anyone is interested, I have a pair for sale - bought from Faith a few years ago for my wife but she wasn't interested and I put them away and forgot about them until now! Brand new, black leather ankle boots with zip, square toe and 4.5" oval narrow blade heel, size UK8. Sorry, no pictures at present. PM me if interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thighbooter Posted September 15, 2008 Share Posted September 15, 2008 I have a pair I've worn a few times. While very stable, the heel felt too far back for me and didn't give enough arch support. My feet felt like they were sliding down into the toe box. A stiletto heel has a wider top to fully support the heel of the foot, and the pointed end hits the ground a little further forward so that it is directly beneath the center line of the leg. Just my 2 cents anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bootluvr Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 I still see blade heels during the colder months at times. I know a coworker who wears them religously at work. OK that's just 1st part of SNYer's QUTE, but it's same with me with one from neighboring department. Shes Got um in Black and Browns, both Ankle and KHB. One of my cohorts has Tan Ankle pair worn very rarely, as all others are just Ankle too (a Short Li'l Cutey) with various style heels styles maxing out at around 4". Boots Rock!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 well thats just what my NINE WEST boots are- blade heel knee high boots with 4-inch heels, in a square toebox, love 'em!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubba136 Posted September 16, 2008 Share Posted September 16, 2008 Blade heels and square toe ankle boots. My wife recently cleaned out my closet and donated three pair of my blade heel, square toe ankle boots to goodwill. Two pair of Bandolino and one pair of Ninewest. Wonderful soft black leather with 4" heels. While they were'nt new, there was a lot of "wear" left in them. But I do have other boots that are more in style and she felt that it was time for these to find another home. Being mentally comfortable in your own mind is the key to wearing heels in public. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted September 17, 2008 Author Share Posted September 17, 2008 If anyone is interested, I have a pair for sale - bought from Faith a few years ago for my wife but she wasn't interested and I put them away and forgot about them until now! Brand new, black leather ankle boots with zip, square toe and 4.5" oval narrow blade heel, size UK8. Sorry, no pictures at present. PM me if interested. I would be interested but I think I have such a pair already, but on the odd chance that I don't, next time you have your camera ready, please take a snap. Thanks! What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted September 17, 2008 Author Share Posted September 17, 2008 Blade heels and square toe ankle boots. My wife recently cleaned out my closet and donated three pair of my blade heel, square toe ankle boots to goodwill. Two pair of Bandolino and one pair of Ninewest. Wonderful soft black leather with 4" heels. While they were'nt new, there was a lot of "wear" left in them. But I do have other boots that are more in style and she felt that it was time for these to find another home. I hope the lucky chap on the receiving end likes them as much as we do. What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puffer Posted September 18, 2008 Share Posted September 18, 2008 I would be interested but I think I have such a pair already, but on the odd chance that I don't, next time you have your camera ready, please take a snap. Thanks! Sorry, Arctic (and anyone else interested), but the boots have just been sold to another member. I don't have a camera at present (even one with glass plates!) so no pics possible at present, but I think these boots (pictures found elsewhere) are the same: http://i6.ebayimg.com/08/i/001/0a/27/7612_1.JPG http://i9.ebayimg.com/01/i/001/0a/99/7548_1.JPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted September 19, 2008 Author Share Posted September 19, 2008 Yep, have the exact same pair. Look great to me, but the heel is too high for comfort. Thanks for posting! What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vector Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Comfort? What's that? (grin) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heels4tw Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 I was browsing around on eBay and saw these boots in my size and remembered this thread and how I used to see these boots everywhere a few years ago and prefered the look of them so I bought them. I payed more than I wanted, obviously some other guy wanted them as much: http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n21/heels4tw/8e3f_1.jpg They are from Next (UK) size UK9W or US11 (wide), they fit well except too tight around the top so hard to zip all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubba136 Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 I was browsing around on eBay and saw these boots in my size and remembered this thread and how I used to see these boots everywhere a few years ago and prefered the look of them so I bought them. I payed more than I wanted, obviously some other guy wanted them as much: http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n21/heels4tw/8e3f_1.jpg They are from Next (UK) size UK9W or US11 (wide), they fit well except too tight around the top so hard to zip all the way. Several other members have addressed this problems before. If you really like the boots and want to wear them outside in public this winter, why not take them to a shoemaker and have the shafts "adjusted" to fit your legs? According to those that have had the shafts adjusted, it's easy to do and not very expensive. Being mentally comfortable in your own mind is the key to wearing heels in public. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted September 20, 2008 Author Share Posted September 20, 2008 I was browsing around on eBay and saw these boots in my size and remembered this thread and how I used to see these boots everywhere a few years ago and prefered the look of them so I bought them. I payed more than I wanted, obviously some other guy wanted them as much: http://i108.photobucket.com/albums/n21/heels4tw/8e3f_1.jpg They are from Next (UK) size UK9W or US11 (wide), they fit well except too tight around the top so hard to zip all the way. How much did you have to throw at them? They are fabulous... What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heels4tw Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 How much did you have to throw at them? They are fabulous... £51! It was a real impulse buy, I only wanted to spend £30 max but some other bidder was already higher than me when I put in 30.00 so I kept going in 5s during the last 30s and finally got it. Once I start bidding I can end up paying silly amounts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heels4tw Posted September 20, 2008 Share Posted September 20, 2008 Several other members have addressed this problems before. If you really like the boots and want to wear them outside in public this winter, why not take them to a shoemaker and have the shafts "adjusted" to fit your legs? According to those that have had the shafts adjusted, it's easy to do and not very expensive. Strange I didn't think of that at first, thanks for the suggestion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arctic Posted September 22, 2008 Author Share Posted September 22, 2008 £51! It was a real impulse buy, I only wanted to spend £30 max but some other bidder was already higher than me when I put in 30.00 so I kept going in 5s during the last 30s and finally got it. Once I start bidding I can end up paying silly amounts That's on the high end but probably totally worth it. What's all the fuss about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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