https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:29:29 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit/page/2#post-2144937 Sat, 19 Sep 2020 18:57:03 +0000 lyn67 2144937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love nr 10-11- if they are comfy(block heel should be kind of) I would keep.and wear them for dressy with some wide leg pants and knee high nylons (black or tan)-not proper socks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit/page/2#post-2144885 Sat, 19 Sep 2020 09:10:13 +0000 cindysmith 2144885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fashintern, working in a refrigerated room for a year and a half totally warped my internal thermostat. I wander around in a tank top with temperatures around 50F and love it. If it's above 68 or so, I'm probably whining about being too hot.<br /> I'm getting weirder as I get older LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit/page/2#post-2144716 Fri, 18 Sep 2020 11:49:33 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2144716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In Florida there were many days when I thought it “should” be winter, but the temps were too warm for seriously warm clothing. People look for chances to wear their winter stuff, and pull it out already when temps are around 70. Don’t you have times like that too, when you want a “winter” look although the temps don’t warrant it? That’s when I can see you wearing the fuzzy boots for something other than work—but only if you can figure out arch support. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144579 Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:26:21 +0000 cindysmith 2144579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jessikams, part of me wants to keep the colorful fuzzies just because they're so 'colorful caveman', but I'm struggling to think of when I would actually wear them since they don't leave much room for thick socks this winter </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144559 Thu, 17 Sep 2020 08:50:39 +0000 Jessikams 2144559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I recently bought my first pair of Keens, and they are crazy comfy and practical. Toe protection, arch support, wide widths, and they can be tossed in the dishwasher when dirty.</p> <p>But for non work shoes, I adore the colorful fuzzies and the colorful brocade. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144510 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 23:59:58 +0000 cindysmith 2144510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fashintern, I caught a killer sale on the Charles David shoes, right after DH and I separated. Those shoes seemed like a good idea at the time LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144502 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 22:49:53 +0000 cindysmith 2144502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you to everyone who has helped me get down off the fence. Now, if we could just make up my mind about work shoes LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144340 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 08:51:45 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2144340@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just now seeing this, after the work shoe post. You spend a lot of time at work, but not your whole life. It really makes sense to have what you need there so you are less exhausted when you get home—sore feet lead to sore everywhere else, and you want to have energy to live your life! </p> <p>For after work, keep the work-impractical things you love. Right now I’m working on finding ways to wear stuff that doesn’t fit my day-to-day. People scoff about buying clothes for a “fantasy lifestyle” but the way I see it, if I want to do xyz so much that I buy all the stuff for it but I never do it, the problem isn’t that I have the gear; the problem is that I don’t go. I can’t wait forever for that man to come teach me to tango! I know you’re tired after work, but once every few weeks might put spring in your step. </p> <p>You have several pairs of Charles David shoes. Is that because you see them and think “oh, that’s a fancy classy brand—I should get them” or because their lasts really suit your feet? And what’s the problem with splitting wears? Is it lack of storage space?</p> <p>ETA I see which you are keeping. Good choices. Tina Turner is way older than us, and wears otk boots. Does she have super sexy legs? Who knows, but it sure seems like it when she’s got those boots on! It’s probably too warm for them right now, but I want you to get the colorful ankle boots, find someplace fun to wear them before the end of the month and GO. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144303 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 02:12:08 +0000 Jaime 2144303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late but agree with the general sentiment that uncomfortable must go, but comfortable, beloved but rarely worn may stay. Most of all agree with Angie that you need to invest in work shoes to make sure your feet, and back, stay happy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144302 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 02:10:07 +0000 cindysmith 2144302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni, i think if I quit ordering online that would be the first thing to do to keep from winding up with uncomfortable shoes LOL. I see a shoe, and I think "it's leather, it's flat, it should do fine for work" and it just continues to prove to me that my first mistake is generally THINKING :-D! I know that cute comfortable shoes exist, I have tons of them for not-work from several different brands; I just need to find that happy medium for work, uber comfortable and just cute enough but not too precious because work is HARD on my clothes and shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144290 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 22:50:57 +0000 Jenni NZ 2144290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindy, how can you do your best to ensure in future that you don’t buy uncomfortable shoes? I know it’s not easy and in the past few years it has still happened to me a little bit but much less than it used to. I suppose it is being really PPP when ordering or trying on, and also no longer being tempted by wildly impractical beautiful shoes. I know shoes are your Kryptonite similar to me but we can resist!<br /> I adore your faux fur ones. And your embroidered boots. And I love Skechers, hope yours work out for ages. I agree with Angie, nothing wrong with spending on your work shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144266 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 19:51:31 +0000 Joyce 2144266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindy, I'm going to give you my thoughts before reading others.&nbsp;<br />My first run through:<br />Sell #'s 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9 and maybe 12(you will have to decide if these work for you, today). You seem to already have shoes to fill in for these, so no shopping needed<br />Give #1<br />Keep #4 for really ugly days when the dog just wants to go forever<br />Keep #10 - happy feet!&nbsp;<br />Happy editing, only hurts for a little while. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144258 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 19:07:17 +0000 cindysmith 2144258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, that was easy. Mostly, everyone seems to be in agreement with me. The 3 last pairs were indeed the ones I most hoped to keep. I do have REALLY good boots for work once it cools off some more (find), they're amazing for comfort AND I like the look of them. Sneakers/loafers are what I need for summer (which is our predominant weather pattern). I'll write up a post and get suggestions. The Skechers aren't great, because the memory foam gives out, but they solved the immediate problem until I can get some suggestions. </p> <p>And yes, Angie, I need wide width shoes. I have quite a number of wide width shoes, and NONE of those are going anywhere. Thanks to Walking Cradles and Naturalizer and Hush Puppies, I have comfortable shoes that are super cute. I even have a pair of Ariat cowgirl boots in wide width, with my preferred X-toe (elongated, snipped toe box). I'll get working on that post to get recommendations for summer work shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144246 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 18:08:09 +0000 JamC 2144246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want to reinforce two thoughts above. Shop for and buy only comfortable shoes. Spend money on work shoes/boots that will last (sturdy, weather resistant, supportive, etc.). When you find those shoes, you will get many, many wears from them and your feet and body will feel better after a hard day at work. Treat yourself to proper work shoes or boots. You deserve them! Pretty party, going out shoes are a totally different topic but right now you need work shoes that work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144231 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 17:01:38 +0000 Angie 2144231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Happy feet are non-negotiable. Do not keep anything that is uncomfortable.</p> <p>It sounds like you generally need wider shoes. Either a wide fit or a  <i><u></u></i><u></u>wide size.<u></u></p> <p><i><u>My 2 cents: </u></i></p> <p>Pass on #1 to #8 <ul> <li>I am assuming that #3 is uncomfortable and too narrow, although you didn't mention it?</li> <li>Since #5 are not comfortable, I don't see the point. </li> <li>#8 is a bad fit. </li> </ul> Keep #9 to #12 since they are not uncomfortable.</p> <p>My dear <b>Cindy,</b> I'm with <b>Phoebe</b> on re-evaluating your dislike to spending money on work shoes. That's THE most important thing to do, in my opinion. You have to look after your feet at work in order to be able to keep on wearing all sorts of other shoes - and enjoy life! </p> <p>Put together a separate post on your needs, and lets het help you figure that out </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144228 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:36:42 +0000 Anonymous 2144228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can only support immediately getting rid of anything you can't wear without pain, end of story. That includes shoes you can only wear sitting down or for short periods of time.&nbsp;</p> <p>But I hope you will reexamine your aversion to spending money on work clothes when you're spending so many minutes of your life wearing them.Is there really no shoe of quality that is comfortable, sturdy, and cleanable?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144225 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:19:01 +0000 madeline 2144225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh shoes-I love you...but sometimes you don’t love me back.<br /> Cindy, here is my take on your shoe edit<br /> 12 &amp; 11. Keep them, they are so fun. Even if you only wear them once or twice.<br /> 10. Yes the print is gorgeous.<br /> 9. Holding zone for when your other booties wear out.<br /> 8. Donate- I agree the fit is off.<br /> 7. Holding zone because you love them.<br /> 6. Donate- uncomfortable and unrealistic<br /> 5. Again so fun, but probably more useful for someone else<br /> 4. Look like the end of their lifecycle but if you can get them rehabbed, keep<br /> 3. Keep- they are so beautiful<br /> And you might have occasion to wear them in the future<br /> 2. Donate- uncomfortable is a hard no here<br /> 1. Same as above<br /> I commend your courage. I did a shoe edit at the beginning of the summer and it was painful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144224 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 16:16:46 +0000 slim cat 2144224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd keep the fur boots that make you laugh and the pretty ones in #10-11. I'm unable to wear heels so I can't give advise on any shoes that have heels higher than 2" or so .<br />I'm doing ECCO most of the time. If there is a factory shoe store nearby - maybe visit it ( some less pricy options ).<br />Ditto on what @Chris987 said about Sketchers - it's far from perfect shoe in terms of support and long working hours. It works better with insoles but then you'll need thicker ones for more padding.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144216 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:33:45 +0000 JAileen 2144216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Don’t keep shoes that are uncomfortable.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144212 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:23:47 +0000 unfrumped 2144212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Janet said about deciding first on fit/ comfort. I did not get rid of any very comfortable shoes even if they normally are for some sort of role or occasion that would have to be after pandemic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144210 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 15:16:53 +0000 Anonymous 2144210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds like you need a pair of Crocs for work, something you can power wash or at least hose down. When it gets cold they do have fleece lined ones or you can wear socks with them. I would keep anything you might wear in future or is comfortable. When buying shoes, maybe you should size up or get a wide to allow for inserts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144197 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:14:57 +0000 Vildy 2144197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chuckling to self about anyone being an almost 50 year old Oldster. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144196 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:14:37 +0000 Star (Lise) 2144196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh and maybe keep the 3D pumps for special occassions.&nbsp; Furry boots, like the ones pictured, are hecticly impractical IRL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144195 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:13:14 +0000 Vildy 2144195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven't tried to pick the winners but will contribute that there are mail away shoe repair options.&nbsp; Also, I'm 72 and it wouldn't stop me from wearing over the knee boots if I felt like it.&nbsp; Certainly would cover over any age-related skin appearance imperfections like tone, crepiness, spider veins, eh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144194 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:11:57 +0000 Star (Lise) 2144194@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep the Nine West because you like them and they are not uncomfortable.&nbsp; I like to split wears, my feet like it too.&nbsp; Even my most comfy shoes start hurting if I wear them all the time.&nbsp; As for #11 I would repair a boot that is comfy and I like (I actually did last winter).&nbsp; All of the others seem to have fit issues, I am guilty of hanging on to shoes like this with the idea I will only wear them for short periods - I always regret it.&nbsp; My take on over the knee boots, I prefer them with a flat heel to stay out of Pretty Woman territory but I don't own any. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144193 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:11:51 +0000 Chris987 2144193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have anything to offer about your existing shoe collection, but have a different suggestion. Maybe you should buy ONE pair of sneaker type shoes for work that are more supportive than Skechers, and/or try an added insole for arch support etc.. Sketchers are all pretty soft fabric (I think) so they don't really support the whole foot all that well.  I'm talking about shoes that are defined as "comfort shoes" and no they are not all ugly. Many are pricey but not all of them are. Or consider the Dansko clogs that so many doctors,nurses, &amp; cooks (people on their feet all day) swear by. If you can get your feet happy all day long at work, then it might be easier to wear the prettier ones when you want to.  </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144191 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:07:49 +0000 nemosmom 2144191@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would pass on any of them that are painful, pinchy, or otherwise uncomfortable. Find a comfy replacement for your well-loved Bates boots.&nbsp; You can't live up to your Apocalyptic Angel moniker if your feet are covered in blisters... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144189 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:02:58 +0000 always trying 2144189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would get rid of all the heels.&nbsp; You bought Sketchers..I almost have a pair in my wardrobe for years..the most comfy I have.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144188 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:02:50 +0000 The Cat 2144188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favourites are 10/11. They look fun, glamorous and arty, so I hope you keep them and get them repaired.</p> <p>To my eye, ALL stilettos (not only yours) look very uncomfortable.</p> <p>Suggestions for your future shoe shopping: (1) Instead of stilettos, try block heels and wedges, as they will give you more support and better balance. Moderate platforms might also be worth trying. (2) Your poor toes will likely thank you if you stop wearing very pointy shoes and replace them by footwear with round or at least almond shaped toes. You could also try shoes with narrow squared toes--they often look chic while being comfortable. (4) Look for shoes that either have good arch support or room for an insole. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-eagle-eyed-shoe-edit#post-2144179 Tue, 15 Sep 2020 13:51:10 +0000 anchie 2144179@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You should edit all of those that you described as not comfortable, no arch support or too tight. I don’t even need to look at the photos, it doesn’t matter how they look. Life is too short to wear uncomfortable shoes. They all seem too high for me, but you know your tolerance level better. I don’t have issues with splitting wears, especially for shoes. That will give your shoes a break, extend their life and provide change to your feet.<br /> ETA - I don’t like fit in #8 - too much room in front of toes. </p>