https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 10 May 2026 22:45:16 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes/page/2#post-2117804 Fri, 01 May 2020 10:44:04 +0000 Anonymous 2117804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>:) Forgot to get back about the environmental norm. In warm weather it's sandals everywhere, from flip flops to dressy ones like I usually wear. People usually wear heels and dress up quite a lot to the networking events (used to) I go to.<br /> The pencil/tube skirts I usually wear work best with heeled sandals, but flowy midis could be ok with lower heels since they're more casual. Not sure I want to overhaul my whole wardrobe again like that! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117733 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 23:14:01 +0000 cindysmith 2117733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm looking forward to having reasons to wear heels again. With nowhere to go, I've been wearing </p> <p>Well, now that I think about it, if I'm not at work, I'm probably not wearing shoes at all </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117679 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 19:00:20 +0000 JAileen 2117679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I stopped wearing heels to work when I was pregnant (in the 80s). &nbsp;After I went back to work, I still didn’t wear heels. &nbsp;I didn’t feel like it, and it didn't seem fair. &nbsp;Men wore comfortable shoes. &nbsp;It helped that I was very good at my job. &nbsp;&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117576 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:50:05 +0000 Brooklyn 2117576@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve been working from home since 2018, so now I only wear heels when I go out. And now I don’t go out! So I’m not sure if I will be able to tolerate heels again. I still much prefer boots and sandals to sneakers but I doubt I will be able to wear a heel over 5 cm again, and would definitely prefer flat or nearly flat. A little platform might be a nice compromise. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117567 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:03:36 +0000 unfrumped 2117567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Short answer: yes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117559 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:46:24 +0000 Anonymous 2117559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are pretty, though definitely not bakery shoes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117533 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 10:01:13 +0000 rachylou 2117533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m eyeing some blue slings on Nordstrom.com, but I’m thinking I have no reason to wear them. And they, like every shoe, don’t look that comfortable... not for the all-day standing and walking I do. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117415 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 22:06:30 +0000 Anonymous 2117415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Going out for walks not allowed? :0 That's awful!<br /> Closed toe shoes for me are a no go 6 months of the year-except trainers for exercize, which are miserable in our summers.<br /> *looks up cycling sandals*<br /> New question: anyone try cycling sandals? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117404 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 20:31:01 +0000 Dianna 2117404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When we still could go for walks, all I wore was sneakers outside and birks or fit flops inside.&nbsp; Like Runcarla, I do need a bit of cushioning and some&nbsp; support and cannot be barefoot.&nbsp; Now that going out for walks is not allowed, I live in my birks, and ocasionally fit flops.&nbsp; I tried to use a comfy pair of loafers the other day, just to "test" and I took them off within an hour.&nbsp; It doesn't help that my apartment is very warm (even when it is cool outside), and my feet get swollen with hot weather.&nbsp; So, I am also thinking if I will be able to wear all my shoes again.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117401 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 19:59:28 +0000 JuniperGreen 2117401@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do so love just padding around my apartment barefoot, or shuffling around in cozy socks or slippers.&nbsp; I AM excited to wear a new pair of sandals out when the weather gets warmer... so I might as well make them my "inside shoes" for the time being!</p> <p>So happy to see I'm not alone in re-thinking footwear.&nbsp; Of course I should have known I could count on YLF to give some good consideration to the topic!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117327 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:41:55 +0000 smittie 2117327@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Continuing with low-heeled sandals seems like a good way to go forward, post-covid. Unless the environmental norm is to wear high heels?</p> <p>The main post-covid change for me has been to rethink my purchasing and just be more mindful about it in general. So i am planning to wear one pair of closed toe shoes all summer, and two pairs of sandals (one dressy and one flip flops). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117317 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:34:17 +0000 Helena 2117317@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Honestly, I barely had patience for non-sneaks/flats booties before this ordeal ... I may just be in Dr. Scholl's by the end of this ...&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117316 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:31:14 +0000 nuancedream 2117316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm getting a lot of mileage from my new pink slippers around the house. For a shoe lover, it saddens me to see my cute footwear sidelined in favor of my Hoka One One sneakers, which I use for my daily hikes/walks. It may be time to replace them since they starting to look a bit worn. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117308 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:18:39 +0000 Anonymous 2117308@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all! Think my normal dichotomy of barefoot at home/ heels for out and about makes me an outlier :)<br /> Already last year I wasn't reaching much for the highest heels, though not ready to pass them on yet. Agreed about the buckles Joy. They're so fussy and too much extra work. Glad there are so many slides now :)<br /> Yes to a shoe post Angie! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117266 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:36:02 +0000 Anonymous 2117266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, post Q could be interesting. I don’t wear outdoor shoes inside but have some new shoes that usually get to be inside shoes for awhile. I mostly wear slip on loafers-like slippers, but they have gotten uncomfortable so I have been wearing mostly new sneakers that are semi-slip on ( elastic laces) and they keep my feet happy. With warmer weather coming and a dislike of hot feet, I ordered some espadrille type closed shoes, but am not sure if the ankle straps with buckles will work out. They are a pain to get off and on right now and I’m not sure I feel secure with their rather high platforms so they may go back. On the plus side they are Naturalizer and nude-for-me tan with white grippy soles and seem cool enough to serve as sandals and were on super discount. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117256 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:02:47 +0000 SarahD8 2117256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had an at-home lifestyle Before Covid, so absolutely nothing has changed for me footwear-wise. I must say it has been interesting to “eavesdrop” on people here as they figure out at-home footwear that feels comfortable and polished. Makes me feel a little less nutty/weird! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117255 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:02:41 +0000 Sara L. 2117255@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven't worn anything except running shoes to take the dogs for walks/runs in weeks.&nbsp; By the time things open up here, it will be sandal weather, which I generally find fairly comfortable anyway.&nbsp; I'm looking forward to wearing pretty sandals again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117254 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 14:00:39 +0000 Carla 2117254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For fear of sounding like a broken record footwear changed when I retired 2 years ago, and hasn’t changed much during Covid times. &nbsp;Due to hardwood and ceramic tile, I wear shoes indoors. &nbsp;I need cushioning and arch support. &nbsp;All my shoes have inserts. &nbsp;With their wide toe boxes, Converse and other sneakers are my most comfortable shoes along with combat boots. &nbsp;I wear flip flops in lieu of slippers for a short while in the am or pm, and will wear sandals when temps get warmer. &nbsp;I’m&nbsp;<i>not&nbsp;</i>wearing my pointy toe flats. &nbsp;They are my ‘occasion wear’ shoes and with nowhere to go, don’t see much action. &nbsp;Maybe the next time I go grocery shopping, since that is the new ‘going out!’ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117251 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:47:29 +0000 Becky 2117251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've always been pretty choosy about comfort in my footwear, and I think that will be even more true moving forward. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117242 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:23:37 +0000 LaPed 2117242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was pretty hardcore about comfort and foot-friendliness before all this began, so things haven't changed too much for me. That said, I actually wouldn't mind getting dressed up and wearing "fancy" shoes for an evening. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117238 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:15:59 +0000 Janet 2117238@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been trying to wear normal shoes for a period of time in the house on days when I’m not getting out, just to 1) feel dressed, and 2) not let my sock-covered feet get too comfortable. It’s hard on socks too. </p> <p>I just know that moving forward, I’ll be continuing to be even more selective with comfort in footwear. Some older pairs with higher heels or other comfort issues will be leaving my closet this year. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117235 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 13:07:57 +0000 Angie 2117235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suntiger,</b> I think we're all rethinking footwear! It makes complete sense that shoes feel odd after two months of what you wear at home. I'm in the same boat.&nbsp;</p> <p>You'll probably adjust what you wear to work, but also incorporate what you used to wear too. It will be a combination and evolution of what works in the new normal.&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't wear sneakers to work with clients unless I'm wearing a suit, a very pretty dress, or it's the NAS. I might loosen my own rules though. Not sure, but will think about it. The world has changed, and I am changing with it.&nbsp;</p> <p>The longer I am out of wearing non-sneaker shoes, the less I miss them.</p> <p>I need to write a post about this :)&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117233 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:52:25 +0000 Anonymous 2117233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha Shevia- re: the fuzz! Good to know feet will readapt Anchie!<br /> That's an idea Sisi. At least I should take the shoes off right inside the door instead of walking through into the room I keep them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117232 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:50:37 +0000 Sisi 2117232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear&nbsp;shoes&nbsp;all the time, at work and at home. I think I will continue to do so. Nonetheless&nbsp;in these days I was thinking that it would be a good thing to continue the new habit of removing&nbsp;my work shoes <b>before</b> entering the house. Definitely more hygienic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117230 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:48:45 +0000 anchie 2117230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, I have been thinking about shoes too. I can’t imagine wearing my regular shoes any time soon. But sneakers are also not solution for me - because of my back pain, I still can’t easily bend down to tie the laces- I need something like loafers or slipon sneakers, or mules maybe? Not sure.<br /> My previous experience after foot injuries and pregnancies is that you do eventually get used to all kinds of shoes again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117229 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:47:21 +0000 Jaime 2117229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear indoor shoes inside mostly, and lately sneakers outside because I wanted to signal walking for exercise to the fuzz . Now that things are opening up, I have found my tolerance for uncomfortable shoes has gone from slight to none. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117226 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:32:13 +0000 Anonymous 2117226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's been interesting to see how many people do wear shoes in the house on here. The only person I know irl that does is my mom!<br /> I used to have hardwood floors too, but bare feet or socks were always fine for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117224 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:25:27 +0000 nemosmom 2117224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>THIS!!!:&nbsp; <i>"I've gotten so accustomed to bare feet or socks all day now, that shoes just really make me unhappy in general."</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div>I disinfected my favorite sneakers to try to wear them at home on Monday, and ending up changing into slippers within the hour.&nbsp; My feet don't like our hardwood floors, either and get achy if I walk barefoot too much, but squishy slippers or no-slip socks help with that.<i><br /></i></div></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117223 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:14:28 +0000 Anonymous 2117223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just can't truly relax with shoes on in the house! I get antsy if I put them on and have to wait for DH even a few minutes before going out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/post-q-shoe-changes#post-2117222 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:10:49 +0000 Kathie 2117222@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I turned a new pair of sneakers into “at home only” shoes a couple weeks ago, since my feet were not enjoying slippers all day, every day. The only change/addition I’m contemplating is some “at home only” Birks for warm weather. Otherwise, I’m looking forward to wearing all my shoes, post-Q, whenever that may be. My life right now is either sneakers or Danskos. </p>