High Heels

[Illtcklu]

I was wondering.........



HIGH HEELS? Lee's do they add!

 

[steph]

crazy sexy cool...

The higher the better! Right place and time though, they're not always practical.
Of course, mostly they just make your feet and legs look hot and for a brave guy with a foot fetish, it's a great conversation starter which can lead to... 😉
XOXO

 

[TicklishLurker]

All HH do is make my feet hurt. And I can't walk in them anyway. I don't feel sexy in them either. I just feel all upset cause other women walk in them with grace and ease and I'm clomping around. In the end, the emotional hurt is worse then the pain in my feet and the numbness in my toes.

 

[chicago]

High heels phuq up your feet if you wear them a lot.

So if you want gross looking hooves, go for it.

 

[LindyHopper]

I've hung out with some serious foot guys, and they tend to appreciate sexy feet more than they like sexy shoes.

 

[bellystrokes]

High heels phuq up your feet if you wear them a lot.

So if you want gross looking hooves, go for it.

except Steph has gorgeous feet as do many of my girlfriends who wear the come phug me shoes. It is all in the maintenance.

 

[chicago]

"Wearing high-heeled shoes redistributes the weight in a woman's foot causing the muscles to pull and the joints to move," said John Clark, a podiatrist at the Tallahassee Ambulatory Ankle and Foot Care Center. "If the joints move around enough, then the foot may stay permanently in that position."

Clark said he believes most of his patients, who now suffer from wearing high-heeled shoes in the past, have back problems, neck problems, bunion deformities and arthritis.

Men who find high-heeled shoes attractive say they feel women should not wear out their feet with them.

"Don't wear them to the point where you get calluses and corns because that's disgusting," said Jamal Fields, an 18-year-old business administration student from Chicago.

Mechelle Torrence, a podiatrist at Cedar Hospital in Miami, agrees that women should have decent feet and take care of them.

"Shoes that are narrow at the top can cause bunions, and wearing high-heeled shoes every day adds pressure to the ball of the feet and may cause inflammation," Torrence said.

I think girls should trade in their high heels for a pair of nice Vans.

Like these:

 

[steph]

Hee! Thanks love!
Goddess is right about the maintenace part for sure. Alright, I'm only on break so here's the reader's digest "HH for dummies, an original piece penned by yours truly"

~The idea is NOT to LIVE in them. They are only for A) short term special occasions when you're not in them very long, B) special guys (who mostly live to take you out of them, like undressing a pretty package!) and c) photo sessions, because you're going to change your shoes, nylons, etc. a lot.

~If you're going to be on your feet all night, forget about it. Bloody and/or irritated tootsies is NOT the look we're shooting for. If you're wearing them long enough for your feet to hurt, you're wearing them for too long.

~The gals you know who work them the best weren't born that way, like everything else, it takes practice and lots of it. For most of us, years. I "trained" myself in little bits on the carpet at home, where a clumsy moment won't be seen by everyone on the planet.

~And always take good care of your feet (this should go without saying.) If your feet are "gross looking," sexy shoes won't save them. If they're cute, sexy shoes won't ruin them.

This is "Princess Phug Me Pumps" signing off for now.
XOXO

except Steph has gorgeous feet as do many of my girlfriends who wear the come phug me shoes. It is all in the maintenance.

 

[TicklishLurker]

If you're wearing them long enough for your feet to hurt, you're wearing them for too long.

Which means I should take them off after 15 seconds because it only takes 30 to make my feet hurt.

Course I'm a big fat cow so I probably should just wear slippers all the time.

Oh, and Vans ain't so good for the feet either. They're not cushioned enough inside. I wear them and because of that now have inflamation in my right heel. I'm looking for more well padded shoes.

 

[steph]

Right~a lot of people need more of an arch support than Vans offer, as well.

And no one is calling anyone a fat anything. Big girls can enjoy cute footwear too. I used to work in the shoe department of a major department store. Beleive me, there IS a science to it! Proper fit is key, and like a good bra, a lot of gals are wearing the wrong size and don't even know it!

Also, a lot of people don't know that many manufacturers make special sizes. You may not see them on the shelves because they don't sell as well but they ARE out there. You can always ask and don't forget your internet~many companies ONLY fit the "hard-to-fit" customer. Hell, I can even do some of the legwork for you if you like~I've connections in the weirdest places. And it doesn't have to cost a fortune.

XOXO

 

[ShadowTklr]

Which means I should take them off after 15 seconds because it only takes 30 to make my feet hurt.

Course I'm a big fat cow so I probably should just wear slippers all the time.

How's about you just wrap some palm leaves around your feet and be done with it already. Jesus christ, do you ever get tired of treating yourself like a sack of shit?

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Regarding the HH discussion, I've always been fond of the way they make the arch and calves look. They also force a posture more conducive to the image of the sexy siren that many of us grew up admiring.

Giggle and Steph are right, of course about the dangers of wearing HH for prolonged periods of time. HH are best worn in moderation,a nd most women wear them because they enhance the display of their bust, butt, and calves.

 

[TicklishLurker]

And no one is calling anyone a fat anything.

Correction, I'm calling myself a big fat cow.

Big girls can enjoy cute footwear too.

Well, in my case, I doubt that. What can I say? I've told you before, I don't know how to do it. I'm a failure as a woman.

I used to work in the shoe department of a major department store. Beleive me, there IS a science to it! Proper fit is key, and like a good bra, a lot of gals are wearing the wrong size and don't even know it!

Does anyone even messure feet in shoe stores anymore? When I was a kid they used to do it even if you did know your size. Then as I got older you were expected to messure yourself - I guess because some of the shoes salesmen were looking up womens' (and sometimes little girls') dresses. Now I never see the messuring device except for the one for little kids which is basically a foot version of the "how tall are you?" things. I've tried to get the salespeople to messure me and they avoid the request like the plague. They won't even bring out the device so I can messure myself.

Shd - in answer to your question - I don't know how else to treat myself. This is all I know. So no, I don't get tired of it because I can't get tired of the only thing I am used to. It's like if you live on an island where all there is to eat is coconuts. There's not even fish in the sea to eat. You can't get tired of coconuts because that's all there is. Without them, you'll starve to death. If I didn't have low self esteem I'd have none at all.

The question was asked. I answered honestly. High heels don't make me feel sexy. They make me feel like crap.

 

[fttickler]

Isnt Podiatrist another word for....

Someone with a foot fetish who gets paid very well for it...LOL

"Wearing high-heeled shoes redistributes the weight in a woman's foot causing the muscles to pull and the joints to move," said John Clark, a podiatrist at the Tallahassee Ambulatory Ankle and Foot Care Center. "If the joints move around enough, then the foot may stay permanently in that position."

Clark said he believes most of his patients, who now suffer from wearing high-heeled shoes in the past, have back problems, neck problems, bunion deformities and arthritis.

Men who find high-heeled shoes attractive say they feel women should not wear out their feet with them.

"Don't wear them to the point where you get calluses and corns because that's disgusting," said Jamal Fields, an 18-year-old business administration student from Chicago.

Mechelle Torrence, a podiatrist at Cedar Hospital in Miami, agrees that women should have decent feet and take care of them.

"Shoes that are narrow at the top can cause bunions, and wearing high-heeled shoes every day adds pressure to the ball of the feet and may cause inflammation," Torrence said.

I think girls should trade in their high heels for a pair of nice Vans.

Like these:

 

[LindyHopper]

Can't go wrong with heels.... 😉

Oh wow, this is the first time I've interpreted your screenname to mean "Loves High Heels." I'd always figured you liked women's heels, the way other guys like soles or toes! 😛

Anyway, I'm pretty new to wearing high heels myself, and I can't deny that they look pretty awesome in terms of what they do to my posture, accentuating my calves and butt, and all that. They tend to look better on me when I'm standing still though, since I'm still not so great at walking in them. I wouldn't say that makes me a failure as a woman though... I mean come on, that's pretty ridiculous, don't you think? 😀

Isnt Podiatrist another word for.... Someone with a foot fetish who gets paid very well for it...LOL

Dude, I saw a podiatrist once for a problem with one of my toes... and he was HOT!

 

[bellystrokes]

Steph working in a shoe department. Ok, raise your hand if you are having some major fantasies here.

 

[steph]

Well boys~you really opened Pandora's Box (no pun please) with this one, didn't you two? Revenge of some kind is due you in December, mark my words!

(sighs) Ok, the issues, questions, complaints, one by one:

"Regarding the HH discussion, I've always been fond of the way they make the arch and calves look. They also force a posture more conducive to the image of the sexy siren that many of us grew up admiring.

Giggle and Steph are right, of course about the dangers of wearing HH for prolonged periods of time. HH are best worn in moderation,a nd most women wear them because they enhance the display of their bust, butt, and calves."

Shadow my darling~you are correct and get me perfectly.
It's about bringing back the "old school" glam and enhancing our best assets, even if we're not supermodel perfect. It happens to be a look I love and it's frankly not for everyone.

"Correction, I'm calling myself a big fat cow."

Thank you for that clarification. I try to treat people with respect and I should think I've earned it from most here by leaps and bounds. Besides, you and I have some friends in common and they do not see you that way. If they did, they wouldn't consider you the friend that they do.

"Well, in my case, I doubt that. What can I say? I've told you before, I don't know how to do it. I'm a failure as a woman."

You know, I don't beleive Mimi considers herself skinny and she's showcased her lovely feet in some breathtaking high heeled shoes on this very forum, if memory serves. I say it can be done, it has been done and if you want it, we can help. I turn 40 next month and think I've learned a thing or two in my time here.

"Does anyone even messure feet in shoe stores anymore?"

Absolutely, but again in the old style fashion, they make you ask. If the sales clerk acts creepy and/or avoids the question, ask to see the manager of the dept. If you get the same thing, ask for the store manager and keep your cool, even if you're steamed. "I'm interested in trying on some shoes for a special occasion and I really want to get the fit right. I'd like to get my feet measured correctly please, it's been awhile." Money talks as they say. No decent store should give you much hassle.

"They tend to look better on me when I'm standing still though, since I'm still not so great at walking in them. I wouldn't say that makes me a failure as a woman though... I mean come on, that's pretty ridiculous, don't you think?"

Absolutely right. Look, going super-glam isn't exactly comfortable and it isn't for everyone. And, it's a LOT of work~no one ever tells people that! I've made-over some friends who were miserable or just felt weird pretending to be someone they aren't. If you feel comfy running around barefoot or in your skater sneaks, THAT's what people are going to vibe off you. If the shoes fit and look pretty but YOU feel unsure vamping it runway style like Tyra Banks the way we do, please, don't try, you'll probably hurt yourself at worst or at best end up looking uncomfortable and feeling just plain silly. Has nothing to do with failing as a woman. You feel the way you do, because you do, that's all. And you don't need to explain that to anyone.

And spanks for Goddess and Adam!

XOXO

 

[chicago]

Someone with a foot fetish who gets paid very well for it...LOL

The only time podiatrists see feet is when they're phuqued up. I don't know much about fetishes, but I'm sure that's one way to have yours ruined.

 

[bellystrokes]

Goddess, ain't nothing "old school" about your glam. Some things never go out of style! Just as brows can frame the eye, hair can frame the face, shoes can frame and present the feet.

 

[TicklishLurker]

They tend to look better on me when I'm standing still though, since I'm still not so great at walking in them. I wouldn't say that makes me a failure as a woman though... I mean come on, that's pretty ridiculous, don't you think? 😀

For me, no it's not ridiculous. Because walking in high heels isn't the only area where I'm no good. I can't apply makeup correctly. I dress badly. I can't style my hair - blowdrying? Forget it, I end up looking like I'm wearing a haystack. I can't flirt and I wouldn't know if someone was flirting with me even if he finally said "Hey stupid, I'm flirting with you!" out of frustration.

I can't do any of the things women are suppose to do. Therefore I am a failure as a woman.

Like I said, the question was asked. I answered honestly. If people can't take that, too bloody bad. I don't feel sexy in them. I feel clumsy, awkward, and in a lot of pain. Afterwards I'd probably wouldn't be able to feel someone tickling me. Heck, I'd probably have a hard time feeling if they burned cigerettes on my soles.

Emotionally, they make me feel terrible. Like a country bumpkin at the grand duke's ball.

Really, don't try to offer internet advice and crap. It doesn't help. And I know none of you are going to get together and put me through some Makeover Bootcamp. So just drop it. If you can walk in high heels, fine, good for you. I know I can't. I know I'm ugly and stupid and worthless and nothing you say online is going to change that. I can't help it if I'm honest about myself. I answered the question as it applied to me. Not to everyone in the world. Me and me alone.

 

[chicago]

For me, no it's not ridiculous. Because walking in high heels isn't the only area where I'm no good. I can't apply makeup correctly. I dress badly. I can't style my hair - blowdrying? Forget it, I end up looking like I'm wearing a haystack. I can't flirt and I wouldn't know if someone was flirting with me even if he finally said "Hey stupid, I'm flirting with you!" out of frustration.

I can't do any of the things women are suppose to do. Therefore I am a failure as a woman.

Like I said, the question was asked. I answered honestly. If people can't take that, too bloody bad. I don't feel sexy in them. I feel clumsy, awkward, and in a lot of pain. Afterwards I'd probably wouldn't be able to feel someone tickling me. Heck, I'd probably have a hard time feeling if they burned cigerettes on my soles.

Emotionally, they make me feel terrible. Like a country bumpkin at the grand duke's ball.

Really, don't try to offer internet advice and crap. It doesn't help. And I know none of you are going to get together and put me through some Makeover Bootcamp. So just drop it. If you can walk in high heels, fine, good for you. I know I can't. I know I'm ugly and stupid and worthless and nothing you say online is going to change that. I can't help it if I'm honest about myself. I answered the question as it applied to me. Not to everyone in the world. Me and me alone.

You can answer a question honestly without adding all the self-depreciating speak.

How do you expect people to respond to that?

Most of the time they try to be kind and you slap them back with a "Don't bother," or they ignore you because you make people uncomfortable with your responses

 

[LindyHopper]

If you feel comfy running around barefoot or in your skater sneaks, THAT's what people are going to vibe off you. If the shoes fit and look pretty but YOU feel unsure vamping it runway style like Tyra Banks the way we do, please, don't try, you'll probably hurt yourself at worst or at best end up looking uncomfortable and feeling just plain silly.

Or, you can a) practice until you feel better, or b) just stand still. I spend my time in high heels mostly at (foot) parties sitting or standing around. I look pretty, and if I actually need to go anywhere, I can just change my shoes. 😀 The rest of the time, I love me in flip flops. 🙂

Also on the topic of walking in heels, I've found that the ones with heels that are narrow in the front-to-back dimension but wide in the left-to-right dimension provide good stability, while still looking elegant. Much easier than stillettos. I tested the out the pair I wore in my wedding (2 1/2 inch heels - that's the highest I've ever worn) in the shoe store before I bought them. I'm no expert in heels, and I could actually run!

 

[steph]

Now me, see, if I stand too long, my feet DO start to hurt. Too many years in miserable standing only customer service jobs I guess. And yes, practice, practice, practice. Just like everything else!

Now stillettos are a whole other topic to master. Forget grass because you'll ruin them (or sink if lawn is damp!) Carpet's a bitch because you can get caught and trip~so not attractive. BUT~I've learned something interesting. It's actually MUCH easier to work 8 1/2 inchers (my highest) with a chunky platform heel than it is to do 3 1/2 inch stillettos. Something about the way your weight is distributed on them I guess.
XOXO

Or, you can a) practice until you feel better, or b) just stand still. I spend my time in high heels mostly at (foot) parties sitting or standing around. I look pretty, and if I actually need to go anywhere, I can just change my shoes. 😀 The rest of the time, I love me in flip flops. 🙂

Also on the topic of walking in heels, I've found that the ones with heels that are narrow in the front-to-back dimension but wide in the left-to-right dimension provide good stability, while still looking elegant. Much easier than stillettos. I tested the out the pair I wore in my wedding (2 1/2 inch heels - that's the highest I've ever worn) in the shoe store before I bought them. I'm no expert in heels, and I could actually run!

 

[bellystrokes]

My goddess, I think you should approach Learning Annex re: a class about wear high and higher heels. I know I would pay for it. (Although, I do think I could straight to your intermeidate class---brag brag brag---hehehe)

Instructional DVDs are next.

 

[50greg]

Now me, see, if I stand too long, my feet DO start to hurt. Too many years in miserable standing only customer service jobs I guess. And yes, practice, practice, practice. Just like everything else!

Now stillettos are a whole other topic to master. Forget grass because you'll ruin them (or sink if lawn is damp!) Carpet's a bitch because you can get caught and trip~so not attractive. BUT~I've learned something interesting. It's actually MUCH easier to work 8 1/2 inchers (my highest) with a chunky platform heel than it is to do 3 1/2 inch stillettos. Something about the way your weight is distributed on them I guess.
XOXO

Speaking as a possibly timid man, stilleto heels vaguely gibe me the creeps. I think of the damge they could do me. 🙂

 

[steph]

What a fun idea goddess~hell, they've a class for everything else, right? Oh, and with the smokin' boots you bought from Daria on my last trip down, I'd say you could be my advanced co-pilot!

And greg~you could be just another reason to lose them, eh? 😉
XOXO

My goddess, I think you should approach Learning Annex re: a class about wear high and higher heels. I know I would pay for it. (Although, I do think I could straight to your intermeidate class---brag brag brag---hehehe)

Instructional DVDs are next.