FastFreddy2 Posted January 9, 2012 Report Share Posted January 9, 2012 (edited) The first pair of Harley Davidson cowboy style boots (of two pairs) bought some 3 years ago (or was it 4), are about to meet the great Cobbler in the Sky. I've always liked them because they have a pointed toe, and I really, REALLY, like pointed toe styles. Mrs Freddy likes them (I should say prefers them), because they are not blatantly 'girlie' shoes. In fact I've worn them a number of times in front of people I know, and not been challenged to their pedigree. I've anticipated their demise, and have thought I should find a second style of 'play' shoes that I could wear even more often perhaps? So far I've picked up two styles at reasonable money that ought to fit the bill, but they haven't entirely convinced me...... TopShop size UK9 heeled shoe River Island boot Over the last couple of days, I've also ordered another two pairs I know to fit. The reason for buying online, the Brands say they don't allow full refunds in the shop, only exchanges. Online purchases had a mandatory 7 day cooling off/cancellation period, plus free each way carriage. The 'biter' of the deal, would be shop stock all looked badly treated. I'm hoping the online stock will look as new as it should. Dune suede black suede heeled shoe Unusually, a Dune UK8 fits. Bertie rubber sole and heel, high heeled shoe/boot The only 'failed' attempt, is another Dune high heeled leather ankle boot. Their size UK8/EU41 actually coming up like every other sellers UK7. [As does most TopShop styles.] It was a bit expensive for my usual budget, but had the prospect to be a very wearable style. The search continues. Reason for edit: To add links. Edited January 10, 2012 by FastFreddy2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blacksheep Posted April 17, 2012 Report Share Posted April 17, 2012 Like your style in boots, all are really well suited to men, pity more do not take up the chalenge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFreddy2 Posted April 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2012 pity more do not take up the chalenge I have asked several men I've met, who like wearing heels, that very question. Can't say I recall getting an adequate answer. In fact, I would say that for the most part, most produce a facial expression that indicates they doubt the sincerity/motivation of my query. It does [without doubt] take cojones for men to wear heels in public places. But experience tells me that once familiar with the situation, embarrassment and fear, get significantly less. .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blacksheep Posted April 17, 2012 Report Share Posted April 17, 2012 I have asked several men I've met, who like wearing heels, that very question. Can't say I recall getting an adequate answer. In fact, I would say that for the most part, most produce a facial expression that indicates they doubt the sincerity/motivation of my query. It does [without doubt] take cojones for men to wear heels in public places. But experience tells me that once familiar with the situation, embarrassment and fear, get significantly less. .... If retail shoe shops who sell to both male and female were to place heeled boots with a particular design suited to men in the men's section, it would be surprising what the uptake would be of men. Think of Cuban heels, disco shoes, loafers with a block heel etc. not stilettos which are not particularly suitable for day wear or are not regarded as men's wear in the mainstream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFreddy2 Posted April 18, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 If retail shoe shops who sell to both male and female were to place heeled boots with a particular design suited to men in the men's section, it would be surprising what the uptake would be of men. Think of Cuban heels, disco shoes, loafers with a block heel etc. not stilettos which are not particularly suitable for day wear or are not regarded as men's wear in the mainstream. I would agree. "Opportunity", would help to encourage the curious or interested men out there to try them on. More triers, would lead to both more wearers, and greater general acceptance. But not in my life-time.... Without doubt, I could see a change as being possible, but it's something that would have to be [high] fashion led. Vivian Westwood might effect a change overnight, but she's not part of my social group so no chance of bending her ear. .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hh4evr1 Posted April 18, 2012 Report Share Posted April 18, 2012 I would have to agree. If shoe shops didn't have men/women sections or put heels in the mens section then more people would adjust their thinking about men wearing heels and those who like heels but don't have the courage to try/buy them might also take that step. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love4heels Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 Bertie rubber sole and heel, high heeled shoe/boot The search continues. Reason for edit: To add links. I liked this pair.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFreddy2 Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 (edited) Bertie rubber sole and heel, high heeled shoe/boot I liked this pair.... Sadly, one of the heels started parting with the rest of the shoe after it's first wearing. They went back, and as they were [by then] out of stock, there was no replacement. ..... Edited June 5, 2012 by FastFreddy2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love4heels Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 Could u not bring them to a cobler to have them repaired? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFreddy2 Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 The seller offered to do this. But they were new, worn for a couple of hours. If I had them fixed, I'd have paid £47 for a pair of repaired shoes. And what would be my position if the other shoe parted after 2 months use? Shoes don't come with a warranty as such. Anything past 3 months and the sellers can put failure down to "use", or 'fair wear and tear'. It wasn't a risk I was willing to take. If they had been £15, it wouldn't have been a problem. But £47 is the upper end of my usual shoe budget for high street bought shoes. I'd only pay more if they were imported from abroad. For me, handmade shoes are a great idea, but so far, an unnecessary expense. ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love4heels Posted June 5, 2012 Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 If I could fit into women size, I would go in a normal store. But, size 44/45 EU has big limitations. Therefore custom made. I pay about 150 £ for a pair of kneeheigh, leather boots with leather sole. And they fit as a glove and are very comfortable. And the best part, they can make any style I like.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFreddy2 Posted June 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2012 (edited) Therefore custom made. I pay about 150 £ for a pair of kneeheigh, leather boots with leather sole. And they fit as a glove and are very comfortable. And the best part, they can make any style I like.... For one pair of ankle height boots, made for me, I could find that sort of money. I doubt a £1000 trip to the Philippines could be found though. And even if it could, I'd have to go by ship. Nothing I can imagine (at this time) would get me flying half way around the world, and back. Not even the 'perfect' footwear. Edited June 6, 2012 by FastFreddy2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Love4heels Posted June 6, 2012 Report Share Posted June 6, 2012 I`m married to a filipina and we have a house at phils, so we go there regulary.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FastFreddy2 Posted June 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2012 (edited) we go there regulary.. I couldn't, family visits or otherwise. Having worked at an aircraft manufacturing plant, I know how flimsy these things are. Plus I got to hear about how often they fell out of the sky. It made a nervous flyer, even less comfortable. The only time I managed to acclimatise myself at all, was after a 3 month period of commuting, with 2 off 1 hour flights per week. Didn't seem so bad then, but that was a long time ago.... .... Edited June 6, 2012 by FastFreddy2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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