https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 02 May 2026 00:42:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019954 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 01:06:37 +0000 Jaime 2019954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mostly not sneakers but always comfortable, usually flat* shoes for me. (*As opposed to the occasional 1.5 inch ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019925 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 21:48:12 +0000 JAileen 2019925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Remember the pioneers with their covered wagons, going west? They actually walked. And to save space in the wagons, the women wore their two or three dresses at the same time. Whenever my top bunches up under a sweater, I think of these women. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019914 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 20:28:03 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2019914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love my sneakers! But I will stray off team sneaker on occasion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019895 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 19:17:10 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2019895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, interesting. I would have said the opposite about women’s styles, and maybe 60% of men in gym shoes. But I haven’t really paid attention &amp; kept track. I should do that to compare numbers in different areas. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019892 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 19:03:50 +0000 Catnip 2019892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I could not walk most of the time without sneakers.&nbsp; Due to a torn tendon in my left foot, I'll be wearing sneakers for the rest of my life.&nbsp; With sneakers, I can walk as much as I want without pain.&nbsp; I've finally accepted the situation and enjoy matching my sneakers to my outfits.&nbsp; Believe it or not, I frequently get compliments.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019866 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 17:39:57 +0000 Anonymous 2019866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with you danusia-any workouts done at home I'm barefoot </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019864 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 17:36:37 +0000 Anonymous 2019864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Since my fitness craze started, I have largely given up wearing footwear most of the time. My trainer even has me training in my bare feet (Balance training mostly). I also follow "gaithappens"&nbsp; on Instagram to learn more about foot mechanics and foot health. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019861 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 17:28:35 +0000 Jane 2019861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m with you except I need to wear shoes for work. </p> <p>I’m back to wearing trainers for some days of my commute though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019822 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 15:03:14 +0000 Angie 2019822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm very close to batting for your team, <b>em.</b></p> <p>What <b>Smittie</b> said.</p> <p>I've just spent 9 days in Europe.<b><i>&nbsp;80% of the people on the street are in all sorts of SNEAKERS.</i></b>&nbsp;The rest in flat boots, ballet flats, and oxfords. A few in Birkies and socks. Looking relaxed, practical, pulled together, hip and stylish,</p> <p>Sneakers are being worn with EVERYTHING: business formal, biz casual, dressy wear, cocktail, smart casual and casual - <i>across all genders and ages.</i><i></i></p> <p>I brought flat white boots for my trip, and three pairs of sneakers. Wore the sneakers for 9 days flat - did not wear the boots:</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019821 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:52:40 +0000 RobinF 2019821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no, I would so miss my various boots and booties! And sandals, no sandals? :(</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019817 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:49:12 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2019817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla, yes, I played basketball in my Chucks. My son, who has worn through several pairs of them, can’t imagine how/why we would do that. And after briefly trying a pair on in store and not finding them different from the Sperrys that hurt my lower back so much I thought I had a medical issue going on, I have sworn off them. Running shoes are generally padded but, as you note, are not designed for lateral motion. I suppose I should’ve been more specific about what kinds of sports shoes I favor, as they have become much more specialized. Padding and support for sideways maneuvering are both important to me, as well as padding to stand up to a beating. Guess that means I’m taking “tennies” (tennis shoes) literally these days.</p> <p>Fashion tennis shoes might be more comfortable than other fashion shoes; that’s not the comparison I’m making. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019813 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:36:24 +0000 Christina F. 2019813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Sneakers, even the fashion variety, do at least tend to offer more room for insoles to make them comfortable. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>These boots are my most comfortable shoes. But otherwise, I am in agreement with you. I've had to give up shoes I can't walk in, for myriad reasons.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019811 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:29:18 +0000 Carla 2019811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with you Staysfit, about altering heel heights. That said, I'm quickly loosing (fat) padding on the bottom of my feet and have a sensitive spot under the ball of my left foot. I do love my Converse sneakers, but they are kitted out with inserts. Actually, ALL my footwear is modified with inserts.</p> <p>Fashintern - Converse 'fashion' sneakers were THE basketball sneaker of their day in the 70's (actual athletic shoes). Same footbed and in low and high top version. The wide, flat, rubber bottom provides better stability (in my opinion) than my running shoes. Just about every 'fashion' sneaker has roots in an athletic shoe. When I was a kid we called them 'Tennis' shoes. 'Aerobic' shoes were worn in and out of the exercise studio in the '80's.</p> <p>FWIW - the first running shoes I had in the early '70's were Adidas SL's and it felt like you had boards strapped on your feet. I remember when Coach was doing a bulk purchase of a newfangled running shoe he was keen on. That's when I got my first pair of Nike waffle trainers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019808 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:23:36 +0000 smittie 2019808@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>hahaha, Em! Good! Glad you've found something that works. To steal a phrase from Angie, 'milk it' !<br />You can wear sneakers with everything these days and be fashionable, which is so great for people whose feet hurt wearing regular shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019806 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:20:31 +0000 texstyle 2019806@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sneakers are what I seem to be wearing most of the time - but I do wear comfort sandals in high summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019802 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:16:13 +0000 Anonymous 2019802@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019800 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 14:14:42 +0000 LaPed 2019800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know the feeling. But not even all sneakers are comfortable! Back in the day, all shoes were handmade by a cobbler. Even if you only had one pair, it probably fit really well... I think the idea of standardized lasts and stock sizing hasn't done us much good (but has made the manufacturers lots of money). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019795 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 13:33:16 +0000 Staysfit 2019795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, my sore running feet are urging me to think about this, but there is the part of me that still believes wearing shoes of different heel heights actually helps me to exercise and move my feet and legs in lots of good ways that prevent injury in the long run. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019781 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 12:08:29 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2019781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Real sneaks or the fashion kind, that don’t have the cushioning and support of actual athletic shoes?</p> <p>****puts whetstone away, promises once again to stop grinding that ax**** </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019779 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 12:04:16 +0000 anchie 2019779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is my life right now. Just returned another batch of shoes that are not fitting my custom orthotics. I don’t even have anything left to try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019753 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 09:49:30 +0000 Anonymous 2019753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*hugs the rejected shoes*<br /> Don't be sad, pretty little shoes-momma suntiger still loves you!<br /> *trail of shoes follows like the pied piper* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019752 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 09:19:50 +0000 Anonymous 2019752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yup. &nbsp;Me too. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019746 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 07:53:21 +0000 Cardiff girl 2019746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stick to just one lot of clothes washed once a week as well and think of all the time and effort you will save yourself! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019742 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 05:38:47 +0000 Anonymous 2019742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And they did it without plastic anything! My great grandmother lived in a dug out shelter underground until her family could build a cabin. Snakes fell on them though the roof while they slept. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019728 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 02:09:52 +0000 Peri 2019728@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Me too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019725 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 01:51:10 +0000 rachylou 2019725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sometimes I look at pictures from the 1800s and wonder how people got by. One pair of shoes for years, thru rain and sleet, trekking a thousand miles across untamed land... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019724 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 01:43:51 +0000 April 2019724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you, Em.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/im-off-appropriate-footwear-and-just-wearing-sneakers-from-now-forevermore#post-2019723 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 01:16:14 +0000 em 2019723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The end. </p>