Yes, this is Michelle Pfeiffer, but who doesnt look like this when their shoes hurt?! (Although its nice to think we can look like Michelle Pfeiffer in some way.)
Casual ShoesWhat Do You,Ugg Boots Hot Sale Have you shopped for shoes at all lately?
Uh-oh. I could feel a rant coming on. This was from my friend Deena. She turned 50 last year, she always dresses stylishly and looks put together, polished, and professional (to use that apparently inflammatory phrase fromWhat Not to Wear Over 50). I let her vent:
There are abominable shoe and boot choices at retail this ll for women my age Buy Ugg Boots, Deena growled, all with super high heels and crazy fetish-inspired platforms that will cripple or hobble anyone over 40 who wants or needs to walk more than a few blocks.
There is nothing comfortable and or y/stylish anywhere! she continued,Bags Wholesale her fury escalating. Even boots have super high heels or are too street inspired (with all kinds of buckles and odd soles) to be appropriate.
She dared me: Just go to and peruse the womens Pumps and Heels selection. I wear 2-and-a-half, even 3-inch heels, but this season is just crazy!
But the woman was determined:
I went to Century 21, Filenes buy fashion handbags, Loehmanns and a bunch of other stores this past weekend and found nothing! I am going to DSW later this afternoon since I need a closed pump or heel that doesnt make me look 60 or like Im trying to be 25 — for potential job interviews — I have sent requests for informational interviews to all the major [] companies and I bought a pair of stylish 4-inch pumps, size 9,whole sale handbags with a slight half-inch platform this past spring and I cant even get my feet into them anymore — does menopause make your feet expand?
Well, certain conditions can make you retain water.
My still-in-good shape, three-year-old Cole-Haan boots (which I live in all winter) have developed a squeak!
Good grief, this woman is beset!
I am not ready for closed shoe weather! My feet hate closed shoes! I will report back from DSW on my mission. If DSW ils handbags online cheap, its Macys and Lord & Taylor tomorrow. I am not ready for old lady shoes!
And I know who to blame: Lady Gaga! This is one fetish turn off…do men even think these shoes are attractive?
Good question. I have a pair of open-toe clogs that are very high, and for some reason they turn heads. Women ask me how I walk in them – they are oddly comfortable,designer handbags maybe its the cork-sole. I have no idea why they turn mens heads. Although the terrific documentary Anatomy of a Closet says that stilettos were designed to mimic the position of womens feet at the height of arousal, so…
The next day:
OK…so I spent nearly 2.5 hours at DSW and tried on probably 40–50 pairs of shoes and boots. Almost bought one pair of pumps but they were too stiletto for my comfort.
If nothing else, she is patient! 40 to 50 pair?? Id pass out. You?
Then Filenes and ended up buying a pair of graphite suede Calvin Klein Dina boots (ha-ha) that are quite comfy despite their 3-inch heel (I bought a half-size bigger, 9.5 Brand Name Bags Wholesale, so I can insert a comfort insole) and will work with most of my winter outfits, which are mostly black,Buy Ugg Boots Cheap teal and plum).
But Im having my squeaky Cole-Haan 2-inch-heel black leather boots repaired so I can still wear them for any appointments that require more than a few blocks walk.
I also found a pair of Liz Claiborne pumps (gray flannel with black patent 3-inch heels and trim) that fit and seemed comfy at the time, but theyre a size 9 (since my heel slips in 9.5 in pumps) — this morning I can barely get my feet into them (uggh!). I ate more salt than usual yesterday, so maybe thats the culprit.
Her inventory: Heres what I observed about Fall 2011 shoes (did you click though DSW?):
UGLY! Hideous fetish-inspired hidden platforms with 5-inch heels that only the most devoted shionistas could possibly teeter around in.
Flats: Plenty of flats, which are fine for casual outfits Cheap Brand Handbags, but you need heels for business appointments.
Boots: Too many male-inspired heavy buckles—not like punk but a mix of western and utility. Lots of casual distressed leathers but very few clean, feminine knee-length boots that look professional yet a bit y.
Lack of: Heeled maryjanes! Love them because they can be a little loose and comfy and still stay on your feet when you walk.
Thats my two cents,Buy Ugg Boots Online she concluded.I shop regularly atAerosoles — many of my summer sandals are from there, but this lls Aerosoles are universally FUGLY! Have yet to stoop toEasy Spirit. She should work for one of these companies as a consultant!
These were my suggestions to her — when I managed to get a word in — and frankly, I dont blame her. Then she started in on 70s – 80s-inspired shion. Ill spare you that, until next week at least.
Do you have a womens shoe rant we should all hear about?
More shoe stories:
I Was a Shoe Fashion VictimCasual Shoes (my own run-in with painful shoes)
Stilettos: Are We Glad They Are Back?
Feet Treats (Comfy & Stylish shoes!)
Stylish Shoes for Bigger-Size Feet
Your Closet:Time for a Shoe Purge?
Wear Comfortable Shoes
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My rant is not what you describe above, its that were forced to wear shoes at all! I love summer, not because of the sun and surf—its the ability to wear flip flops where and whenever that I covet. I am so bookmarking this column. Between your content and the great comments, I know where to go the next time my shionista daughter makes me go shopping.
Many should not wear sandals at all! Its like going stocking-less. Just as some legs are not perfect (what with scars, really ugly knees, etc.) there are also ladies who should not show those toes, or less of them at least.
Platform shoes, stiletto heels. 65+ and freeform feet (courtesy of decades of speed hiking about Manhattan streets ) … and Ive gratefully segued into the SNEAKERS era … and can rapidly walk hither and yon with a smile on my ce.
I agree! Especially here in NYC where one walks everywhere. Its hard to find a decent heel one can where to work and walk around in. I was able to find some good sandals made by Born and in the past found good shoes at Clarks. I havent checked there this Fall though.Herve Leger Stephanie Off Shoulder Ombre Bandage Dress
I agree! Especially here in NYC where one walks everywhere. Its hard to find a decent heel one can where to work and walk around in. I was able to find some good sandals made by Born and in the past found good shoes at Clarks. I havent checked there this Fall though.
tell your friend to check out the Earthies brand. Its a newer line of shionable yet comfortable shoes from the makers of Kalso Earth Shoes. VERY comfortable!!
Ive discovered Naturalizer in my middle age. Their styles are really nice and they have lots of comfortable heel heights. And they also have good sales! Ive stopped buying my shoes anywhere else.
I see women walking down the street in shoes that hurt for me THINK about wearing. Dont know how they do it. I say try thrift stores. Great stuff, less expensive and maybe not so painful-trendy.
