What's in your wardrobe? - Page 8

Stitchawl · 07-07-2011, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by maianhvk

where is this hat you were talking about, again? Sean wasn't wearing any hat, I fear?

Awwww.... How did you know it really wasn't me?!? Maybe I just used Photoshop to remove the color!

Stitchawl

pdurrant · 07-07-2011, 06:50 AM

I don't have many pairs of shoes, but I am thinking about getting a proper pair of black brogues again, to go with my kilt.

Apart from cost, the main thing holding me back is that I hate shopping for shoes. I have quite wide feet, and finding something that fits properly usually takes quite a while.

Stitchawl · 07-07-2011, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by pdurrant

I don't have many pairs of shoes, but I am thinking about getting a proper pair of black brogues again, to go with my kilt.

Apart from cost, the main thing holding me back is that I hate shopping for shoes. I have quite wide feet, and finding something that fits properly usually takes quite a while.

I was always under the impression that English shoes were of the finest quality... (Not counting the Tessco sorts in that.) Have you considered custom made shoes? There is a German Shoemeister in Kobe (about 70km from me) that makes the foot bed orthotic and builds the shoe around that. Cost is about the price of three normal pair but the comfort and durability almost make it worthwhile!

Stitchawl

Latinandgreek · 07-07-2011, 09:53 AM

I have a 13 year old black sweater that I still wear and that still looks like new. I'm sure that I have more old clothing that I still wear, but I can't think of anything at the moment.

pdurrant · 07-07-2011, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Stitchawl

I was always under the impression that English shoes were of the finest quality... (Not counting the Tessco sorts in that.) Have you considered custom made shoes? There is a German Shoemeister in Kobe (about 70km from me) that makes the foot bed orthotic and builds the shoe around that. Cost is about the price of three normal pair but the comfort and durability almost make it worthwhile!

I have considered custom made shoes, but I don't really need them. I can find very good 'standard' shoes that fit — it just takes a few hours.

maianhvk · 07-07-2011, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by pdurrant

I don't have many pairs of shoes, but I am thinking about getting a proper pair of black brogues again, to go with my kilt.

Apart from cost, the main thing holding me back is that I hate shopping for shoes. I have quite wide feet, and finding something that fits properly usually takes quite a while.

You should search, or ask the staff for "wide fit" shoes in that case.

pdurrant · 07-07-2011, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by maianhvk

You should search, or ask the staff for "wide fit" shoes in that case.

It's usual in UK shoe shops to always be served by a member of staff. You browse the shoes on display, and then get a member of staff to fetch your size from the stock room. They'll often recommend which makes fit your foot better than others.

But it does all take time. And I don't like shopping.

Poppaea · 07-07-2011, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by pdurrant

And I don't like shopping.

The OP of Ebook Buying Addicts' Support Thread does NOT LIKE SHOPPING?????

*coughs*

SolRaven · 07-07-2011, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Stitchawl

It concerns the rubber shoes called "Crocs." They are very, very common-place here for everyone from small children to grandparents, worn both with and without socks. I think they are some of the UGLIEST footwear I've ever seen, but at the same time, they are about the most comfortable footwear I've ever worn!

Two years ago I finally bought a pair for myself and my beau. I figured that there had to be something to them, so I thought I'd give them a try as around-the-house shoes. I knew the bottoms were nonslip so I got them for walking from the house to the grill, and if we accidentally forget to take them off, the wet soles won't slip on the shiny tile floors.

I used them for any kind of house cleaning, mopping the floors, etc. when I have to worry about slipping and I wear them on the StairMaster. Since I have a StairMonster uh, err... Master at home, I just need cushion under the balls of my feet, and wearing loose Crocs keep my feet cool. Outside of that, I never wear them out, like to the store. I may bring them to the beach, but that's about it. I never look at anyone funny when they wear them, but for some reason, I feel weird, like I'm wearing my slippers out.

poohbear_nc · 07-07-2011, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Poppaea

The OP of Ebook Buying Addicts' Support Thread does NOT LIKE SHOPPING?????

*coughs*

*snorts*

SolRaven · 07-08-2011, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by beppe

I like the Crocs, but I can wear them only when 33% of my family is not around, for esthetic reasons.

Beppe, I may have to go with your family on this one. You do live in the shoe capital of the world. Crocs should be banned from entering your borders!

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Originally Posted by astra

I am afraid Americans are a bit too much in love with flip flops

3 years ago when we were in Mexico, we went to Coba One of the last pyramids where you were allowed to climb/ascend to the top.
We had 3 Americans in our group who climbed up as well as did the whole one hour walk through jungle in flip flops....

I bet there wasn't a blister amongst them!

my all time favorite flips are Chacos. Their arch support can't be beat. I have purchased over 20 pair since discovering them 5 years ago. Sadly, I always have to buy them online. I've only seen them once in my area, and it was at the tiniest store, that I barely noticed, few blocks from where I live.

bjones6416 · 07-08-2011, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by SolRaven

I bet there wasn't a blister amongst them!

my all time favorite flips are Chacos. Their arch support can't be beat. I have purchased over 20 pair since discovering them 5 years ago. Sadly, I always have to buy them online. I've only seen them once in my area, and it was at the tiniest store, that I barely noticed, few blocks from where I live.

I thought about you the other day! I was shopping in my favorite salvage store, and they had some stock from an outdoor store, including quite a few Chacos. I tried two different pair on -- but my foot wouldn't go in! ??? I have an average width foot, but a very high arch. Maybe that was the problem? Are they very narrow? Anyway, no Chacos for me, but I did get a great pair of Keen sandals which have hardly been off my feet since then!

pdurrant · 07-08-2011, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Poppaea

The OP of Ebook Buying Addicts' Support Thread does NOT LIKE SHOPPING?????

*coughs*

Well, not shopping in real life. Not walking around the shops type shopping.

beppe · 07-08-2011, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SolRaven

Beppe, I may have to go with your family on this one. You do live in the shoe capital of the world. Crocs should be banned from entering your borders!

Yeah, nemo profeta in patria. At least I learned that on shoes, color of socks and other frivolities I leave my women in full charge. Let's say that I trust their tastes, appreciate their favors and fear their coruscated brows.

The last one, 4, looks at me and says: Dad, actually it is Daddy, you are such a disordered mess. Let me pick this up for you. And she does it. My joy.

SolRaven · 07-08-2011, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by bjones6416

I thought about you the other day! I was shopping in my favorite salvage store, and they had some stock from an outdoor store, including quite a few Chacos. I tried two different pair on -- but my foot wouldn't go in! ??? I have an average width foot, but a very high arch. Maybe that was the problem? Are they very narrow? Anyway, no Chacos for me, but I did get a great pair of Keen sandals which have hardly been off my feet since then!

They do run a little tight, but if you're average width that should be okay. Were they flips or sports sandals like this:

07-07-2011, 06:50 AM	#107
pdurrant The Grand Mouse 高貴的老鼠 Posts: 74,066 Karma: 315160596 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Norfolk, England Device: Kindle Oasis	I don't have many pairs of shoes, but I am thinking about getting a proper pair of black brogues again, to go with my kilt. Apart from cost, the main thing holding me back is that I hate shopping for shoes. I have quite wide feet, and finding something that fits properly usually takes quite a while. Attached Thumbnails

07-07-2011, 09:53 AM	#109
Latinandgreek Warrior Princess Posts: 5,038 Karma: 9724231 Join Date: Sep 2009 Device: PRS-505; PRS-350, PRS-T1, iPad, Aura HD	I have a 13 year old black sweater that I still wear and that still looks like new. I'm sure that I have more old clothing that I still wear, but I can't think of anything at the moment.