https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:50:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/4#post-1890521 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 20:50:36 +0000 Gail 1890521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the Rieker Sybille boot similar to Diana's , mine are 4 years old so a little different in style. They have been absolute workhorses for me. Waterproof and warm. I've worn them up in Buffalo in the snow where the temp with windchill was -26. I had warm socks on too but my feet get cold very easily and they stayed warm even hiking around the mostly frozen Niagara Falls.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/4#post-1890508 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 20:00:08 +0000 Jenni NZ 1890508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I read the very start again. I think you need to tell Mr Suz that there is no Imelda about it at all! Because on Aurore's thread you said you have about 15 pairs? I think when I had 52 Imelda was more just than for you.<br /> BTW, may be apocryphal, but have heard that the real Imelda said "Everyone said I had 3000 pairs of shoes but I only had 1200?". Talk about excess, nasty corrupt dictators that she and her husband were :(<br /> Sounds like you've had lots of help here to get some extra suitable ones, and I hope the pretties can get a small spin in your very short Spring x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/4#post-1890412 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 17:23:24 +0000 Angie 1890412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>EXACTLY. My fingers are crossed with you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/4#post-1890402 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 16:58:34 +0000 Suz 1890402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ordered the Elodie in silver on sale, <b>Angie.</b> We'll see if it works out...I think it will be fun. I like the slight wedge for my PF and I can probably put an insole into it for warmth and/or extra padding. Crossing fingers.&nbsp;</p> <p>This boot situation is getting better all the time... :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/4#post-1890387 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 16:39:33 +0000 Angie 1890387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz</b>, the Elodies are WELL worth a try. A little chunkier than you regularly wear - but why not! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/4#post-1890382 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 16:26:58 +0000 karen13 1890382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Excellent thoughtful analysis as always. I need to do something similar. </p> <p>I tried on and almost bought the TAOS Craves in burgundy in November. I suspect they may be wide for you if I liked them, but laces and inserts may make them adjustable enough. I can’t remember if I sized up - I’m typically a 37 or a 6.5W or 7M. I have an ancient hard translucent plastic 3/4 custom orthotic that fit well in them. </p> <p>Have you looked into custom orthotics? The materials and styles have come a long way. I definitely flare my PF if I don’t wear mine! Which are 30+ years old. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/4#post-1890368 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 15:46:41 +0000 Elizabeth P 1890368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, if you find Angie's boots in silver, let me know.&nbsp; And I'll do the same.&nbsp; Cuz that was my EXACT reaction... I need those in silver.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890359 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 15:28:58 +0000 Glory 1890359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very well stated Suz! I can definately relate to this being in the same neck of the woods as you. It leads to very limited options. I have a couple of pairs of go to boots which I have to wash the salt off of each and every time I wear them. I do love how much you are walking!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890349 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 15:13:33 +0000 Suz 1890349@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been looking... &nbsp;:)&nbsp;</p> <p>Alas, I'm a bit between sizes in Docs -- one size too wide a long for me, the other too short... but I'm on the hunt!&nbsp; </p> <p></p> <p>ETA, what about these? They don't have them in my size at Nordstrom but they are available elsewhere in the US. I'd have to find a Fab friend to ship to me...</p> <p>They might be a little too wide/ loose and unsupportive for me and too round-toed.&nbsp;</p> <p></p> <p>This is my perennial problem and how I get myself into this fix. I prefer a more refined look but need to accept my conditions here.&nbsp;</p> <p>Chelsea is definitely a solution, though. I am sure of it.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890344 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 15:03:20 +0000 Angie 1890344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just for fun... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890322 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 14:04:31 +0000 Suz 1890322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry, all -- I had a work deadline yesterday and couldn't do more than check in, but look at all the great options you have found me!</p> <p>Now, however, I want a pair of <b>Angie'</b>s new boots, except in silver! ;)&nbsp;</p> <p>Not even joking.&nbsp;</p> <p>My Taos boots arrive tonight. I got them from <a rel="nofollow">Becker Shoes</a>, which deliver. We have a local store but I don't think they have this style, though I might be wrong. Anyway, I ordered.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Elizabeth</b> I remember you mentioned this brand to me before! I'm going to check them out. I don't think I know a source but it's worth looking.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Beth Ann</b>, that is a really interesting set of observations - I'd never thought about the challenges you face but they are considerable! In and out of shoes in people's homes...do you wear something inside if their floors are cold, or just go in socks? Love those rain boots. I do think I'm going to get a pair this year -- I hear the right socks help.</p> <p>I'll report back on sizing, <b>Donna.</b> If they fit like Eccos, that is good for me because I'm pretty much a perfect Ecco 37. But it is weird because in NA sizes, I'm between 6.5 and 7 and often order 7 in boots. (My La Canadiennes are 6.5 because I find they fit very true but I order Aquatalia in 7 because some styles are a bit narrower and I like a heavier sock in a boot.) I usually wear 7 in sandals for feet swelling...but took 6.5 in the Sam Edelman Okalas -- 7 was all wrong in the arch. </p> <p><b>Rambling Ann</b>, thank you. <b>Sveta</b> is a huge Pikolinos fan and I've heard they are very comfy. The styling is usually too maximal for my taste (but then, so is the Taos I ordered!) But it is always worth looking and a comfortable foot is a happy foot!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Roxana</b>, believe it or not, I am feeling jealous of you in Toronto! I realize that a lot of my footwear mistakes are based on buying patterns that would have worked for me there. I walked incessantly in the city, too, but it is not as snowy or slushy there as it is here and booties would have worked on more days than work here. </p> <p><b>Inge</b>, what a sweetie! I really like some of those options from Ugg. I find my Adirondacks to not provide enough lift for my PF so I have put a lift in (which helps). Ugg is so warm and cozy! I am coming to a conclusion that I need a luggage coloured or cognac boot -- it would add to my sense of variety and be a real boost with grey and navy in winter. Hmmm. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890204 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 03:08:52 +0000 Elizabeth P 1890204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fascinating analysis Suz. I can’t do something like that, the truth of my shoe collection is not a truth I need to face. But it does put your situation in a very clear light. Have to say I’m envious of your walking life. </p> <p>Those TAOS look great, I hope they work. Dare I ask what your local source was?</p> <p>A brand I don’t think anyone has mentioned is Valdini.<br /> Canadian, weatherproof, stylish. I have a couple of pairs and find them very comfortable. . I hVe no idea where you’d find them though, here they are sold at an independent shoe store. Here is a link to their Facebook page with the styles shown.:I hope this works.<br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/John-David-Shoes-199414323422032/photos/?tab=album&#038;album_id=1823363731027075" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/pg/Jo.....3731027075</a></p> <p>I will second gaylenes love of glerup slippers. I got some last year after my sister and her dh raved about them. I suspect they won’t have enough support for you though. But you may be.able to put some sort of inner sole in them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890190 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 02:28:28 +0000 Beth Ann 1890190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Popping back on to say that I'm your shoe opposite.&nbsp; I spend all day in my car, and I'm taking my shoes on and off at least 6 times a day -- particularly when arriving at or leaving a client's home.&nbsp; No tall boots for me!&nbsp; However, I can wear shoes that wouldn't be "walkable," and I don't need to worry about wear and tear except on truly rainy or snowy/icy days.&nbsp; I do have to cart around a lot of instruments, so shoes need to be stable.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I've worn my Munro Robyn's alot, and a pair of grey suede heeled booties that are 2 1/2 inches and fairly elegant.&nbsp; I've also purchased two pairs of fun booties.&nbsp; The first are prettier than they look in the pic, and very comfy.&nbsp; The second are rubber rain booties.&nbsp; My feet do sweat a bit in them, but they're not too bad -- particularly because I have to pull them on and off all day!&nbsp; Wicking socks help.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I find that patterns are a way to honor my maximal, dressy self, particularly when I'm often in bootcut jeans.</p> <p>I've collected several of the boots suggested to you.&nbsp; Hope you find a new pair to make the remainder of winter a little bit more fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890184 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 02:17:25 +0000 Beth Ann 1890184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Suz, I love that you walk everywhere!&nbsp; I wish I could, as I really need to move to keep my head on straight, let alone keeping my body healthy!&nbsp; Still, really comfy walking shoes are really hard to find in good weather.&nbsp; Add in cold and heat, and the need to look professional, and you are looking at a challenge, but it sounds like you have new wind in your sails! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890182 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 02:11:33 +0000 DonnaF 1890182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I noticed that Taos says their 37s are 6-6.5 (like ECCOs) instead of 6.5-7 like Dansko. Please report back on their sizing. I have a feeling I am between sizes in Taos just as I am in ECCO. </p> <p>I also see that Nordstrom carries the Taos combat boot but not in the navy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890144 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 00:26:42 +0000 Rambling Ann 1890144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No one has mentioned Pikolinos. I love every shoe/boot I've bought from them, and they have the best colors. Doesn't say waterproof, but tI generally don't get wet feet in them even so. I found these at Zappos, they have them in tan too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1890013 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 17:53:54 +0000 Roxanna 1890013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Suz... This makes me realise I need a 'get real with myself' post too n the near future. It's so hard to reconcile all the pretty things with ones climate and lifestyle! Though you've got some good options going here... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889988 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 17:23:02 +0000 Angie 1889988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz</b>, REALLY happy you're finding fab solutions with the very best attitude, and much love to you. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889916 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 13:42:37 +0000 RobinF 1889916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh the Taos are GORGEOUS!</p> <p>I have the same weather issues as you but fortunately work in an office so carry my shoes in the winter. I have always been a total shoe freak and would be so bummed to have cute shoes and not be able to wear them. You do have some good options here though, cute AND weather proof! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889915 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 13:37:25 +0000 Inge 1889915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not waterproof, but pretreated to repel moisture and stains:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-boots-classic-boots/kristin/1012497S.html?dwvar_1012497S_color=BLK">https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-b....._color=BLK</a><br />(in grey)</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-boots-classic-boots/abree-short-ii-boot/1016589.html">https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-b.....16589.html</a><br />(in grigo or clay)</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-boots/abree-mini-stardust-boot/1094675.html">https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-b.....94675.html</a><br />(in gunmetal, might be fab with your hair!)</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-boots-classic-boots/abree-short-ii-stardust-boot/1092433.html">https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-b.....92433.html</a><br />a higher shaft version!!</p> <p>and a higher shaft Chelsea bootie in chestnut<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-boots-classic-boots/larra-boot/1017506.html">https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-b.....17506.html</a></p> <p>Also love the fig colour of these slippers for you :-)<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ugg.com/ca/womens-slippers/ansley-crushed-velvet/1090869.html?dwvar_1090869_color=FIG">https://www.ugg.com/ca/womens-....._color=FIG</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889913 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 13:28:40 +0000 Inge 1889913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, and how about these in grey, Suz (if a wedge heel works for you)?<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-boots/dawna/1017429.html">https://www.ugg.com/ca/women-b.....17429.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889911 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 13:25:53 +0000 Anonymous 1889911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice work, Suz! Exactly, no danger in sales goggles: it’s not like winter boots are your favourites to buy anyway. ...although you find your tastes changing now that you know you need to zero-in on this category. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889908 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 13:17:35 +0000 Inge 1889908@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh I so hope those Taos will work, Suz!</p> <p>I can also recommend Uggs when you need another casual water-resistant Winter boot suitable for lots of walking. I have the ones below and wear them lots. They are very lightweight, have a lug sole, a removable insert so you can add your own insert or orthotic. I also like that they have a built-in wedge heel and that the style (with the asymmetrical shaft) is a little different than other Uggs, which makes me feel a bit more stylish </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889890 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 11:45:18 +0000 jussie 1889890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz;<br /> Awesome walking. Great that you gym and study too. What a legend. I only have 2 pairs of winter shoes- one pair black chelsea boots and one pair brown chelsea boots. I save the brown ones for “good” as they were super expensive, therefore wear the black ones EVERY DAY in winter. If I am going out to a restaurant or dressier social event I will wear a high heel shoe, but this a only a couple of times a month- and only for whatever portion of the day the particular event is occurring. Around the house I wear Birkenstocks.<br /> I can wear the chelsea boots at my job too, and walk a fair distance in them.<br /> In autumn/spring/summer I wear a lot more variety.<br /> I hope all of this makes you realize you are totally normal, just bored with winter. Xx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889886 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 11:31:49 +0000 LaPed 1889886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, to Sheryl's point, yes, Thursday Boot Co is great! I love my burgundy Captains. I only have room for thin-to-medium socks in them, so they come out a few times a month in the winter on warmer days (like today!). Same goes for my Frye Veronicas.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889874 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 10:32:06 +0000 Mainelady 1889874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, what a great analysis! As always, the fabbers have offered wonderful supportive comments and suggestions. I am happy you were able to order the TAOS and hope they work for you. I think it is awesome that you can do so much walking!<br /> Imelda in Maine here. I can relate to so much of what you said about the need for outdoor appropriate boots and shoes. I have a large capsule and I wear them often. I do have to pack shoes or booties to put on when I get to work usually from mid November - late March.<br /> There are several types of water repellant, water resistant and waterproof sprays you can apply to your footwear. It is essential to read product details and follow directions precisely, but we have used the sprays and been very pleased with the results. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889867 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 09:00:32 +0000 approprio 1889867@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pattens? Now you're thinking outside the box. Then I recommend Trippen. They're a seriously strong shoe and I find them extremely comfortable. </p> <p>I haven't tried them in snow though. We don't get much of it and I need an excuse to wear the rain boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889833 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 03:44:08 +0000 Suz 1889833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Shevia</b>, yes, sadly -- and now I own not one but <b>TWO</b> pair of great white booties (the Imeldas and a pair with a heel) and never, ever wear....you just can't in our weather, honestly. Well, except for 3 weeks in May.&nbsp;</p> <p>Docs and Flys (and Campers) also present fit issues for me, alas. Some styles are better than others but mostly I'm between sizes in these shoes. European sizing works better as a rule.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sheryl,</b> thank you -- I didn't know of them!</p> <p><b>Angie</b>, many thanks. I'm going to be PPP about this and get a few good options going for next season (and maybe even this one, with sales.) No danger of sales goggles, because we're talking about a much needed item. I got the La Candiennes in October and have worn them almost every day since for a total of at least 100 wears so far this year. They're a wonderful and comfortable boot but it would be nice if I could mix things up a bit.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889829 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 03:38:14 +0000 Jaime 1889829@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Suz you started a shoe rant when I wasn't looking and now I don't have time to read all the comments! I did get so far as to read you cannot wear Blundstones (the winter uniform shoe of all of Israel including my kids and husband). Did you respond to Angie's mention of Doc Martens? That was my next thought. I am visualizing optic white and shiny, which are on trend right now I believe.&nbsp;<br />On the positive side, I am envious how much walking you work into your day. I am also a big walker, but have to find excuses. I used to walk to work in New York and Tel Aviv and I loved it.&nbsp;<br />And also Imelda (wink) are the white booties irrelevant to your lifestyle? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-annual-get-real-with-myself-footwear-rant/page/3#post-1889819 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 03:15:47 +0000 Sheryl 1889819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try Thursday Boot Company - thursdayboots.com.&nbsp; They ship to Canada.&nbsp; I have been really happy with my President boots in burgunday, and I think La Ped owns the Captain in burgundy.&nbsp; I have PF, and I found these really comfortable from the first wear. </p>