https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:15:31 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/3#post-1847759 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 02:28:58 +0000 Jaime 1847759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I walked so much in NYC that my normally comfortable sandals starting bothering me. I bought a pair of gorgeous blue, brand new sneakers at a consignment shop and switched to them (I carry socks with me on shopping days). Well they almost killed my feet by time I had walked from alphabet city to Soho. Then a pair of super cheap H&amp;M tennis shoes saved the day and my feet.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/3#post-1847742 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 01:33:52 +0000 Laura G 1847742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These lovely flowerpots...sigh.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/3#post-1847711 Sat, 23 Sep 2017 22:59:25 +0000 jill58 1847711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love my observation that I "rarely make shoe mistakes." Right. Not only have I not worn my past mistakes, I've made more. &nbsp;These Via Spiga sandals seemed comfortable enough in the store, on carpet. After a morning of walking around in them I found that the buckles dig painfully into my ankles. There may be some way of salvaging them but in the meantime they have been worn once, which is more than can be said of the Frye boots that are sitting in my closet waiting to be "broken in." Also, those Sofft booties may have seemed to "fit well" when I tried them on, but they're not the greatest for actual walking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/3#post-1847695 Sat, 23 Sep 2017 20:47:36 +0000 The Cat 1847695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet and others who may wonder why the shoe size changes with age, this may be of interest:<br /> <a href="http://www.berkeleywellness.com/self-care/article/do-feet-really-get-bigger-age" rel="nofollow">http://www.berkeleywellness.co.....bigger-age</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/3#post-1847552 Sat, 23 Sep 2017 13:23:27 +0000 Tanya 1847552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These shoes, sigh...&nbsp; They are gorgeous and the footbed, heel etc are very comfortable, so I thought I had a winner.&nbsp;&nbsp; However, it turns out that after some wear the straps make them feel more like mules than secured shoes, and I have difficulty keeping them on my feet which results in some weird foot pain. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/3#post-1847545 Sat, 23 Sep 2017 13:00:36 +0000 Janet 1847545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Cat, what's up with that changing size thing? I have noticed with two of my most recent boot purchases that I've had to size up from an 8 to an 8.5. It's becoming a more common occurrence. And last night I felt like my old United Nude sandals from about 4 years ago were feeling a little snug. I hope this is not my feet *growing*! Maybe it's the hot end-of-summer weather here (hopeful thinking). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/3#post-1847488 Sat, 23 Sep 2017 09:05:51 +0000 rachylou 1847488@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, probably the OTK boots that fall down... I've made many other mistakes, but this was pure oversight. Such a possibility never occurred to me at all. I'm still hanging onto them, thinking I'll find a solution to this one day... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1847467 Sat, 23 Sep 2017 05:57:01 +0000 The Cat 1847467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think I have made any shoe mistakes the last year. :-)</p> <p>A couple of years ago, I noticed that my feet size had changed a little with age, so since then I have bought shoes that are slightly larger than those I used to buy. And I have promised myself that I'll will never again wear shoes which feel uncomfortable.</p> <p>In the last year, I got rid of several pairs which either were too small or just looked worn out. I evaluate my shoe wardrobe at the beginning of each new season (= 4 times a year). And sometimes, I even shop months in advance if I see items I know I need, for instance as replacements of worn out items. Three weeks ago, I saw, and tried on, a roomy pair of lined winter boots which I liked so much that I decided to buy them immediately, though I would probably not need them before late November (but by then, these darlings may be sold out). In the meantime, I have been invited to join a friend for a special trip to a very beautiful but cold place, so lucky me am now packing my new winter boots and other warm stuff--we will leave in two days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1847432 Sat, 23 Sep 2017 02:02:35 +0000 cindysmith 1847432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These Naya sandals wound up being a huge mistake. They were so comfortable when I got them. Then the great septic system debacle happened, and I now suffer from sciatica. These sandals aggravate it like nobody's business. They had to go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1847340 Fri, 22 Sep 2017 21:24:43 +0000 Jenni NZ 1847340@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got back to this thread via Jill58's Sofft Wendy booties, as I was reading her boots thread. So could you all report back, 6 months later, if you did or did not wear the shoes you mentioned through your spring and summer? I'm curious. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1788203 Thu, 16 Mar 2017 03:41:53 +0000 April 1788203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KD -- it's a process. &nbsp;Lifelong, it seems. &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1784709 Mon, 06 Mar 2017 23:36:35 +0000 krishnidoux 1784709@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, I just got a slap in the face... as I was boasting above that I hadn't made any mistake (yet!) in 2017, that very day, walking with hubby in a mall I fell for a pair of flat heel half-calf lace-up FAUX leather booties... and I regret it now.<br />It was 60$ on sale, and they looked so good, and I thought here is the moment to buy boots, at the end of the season... I tried them on and they fit, and the SA told me they looked good, and I figured, 60 bucks, it's a good deal for footwear, and because they are flat, my bunion won't complain...&nbsp;<br />ok, my bunion doesn't complain but... I do! I hate the feeling of faux leather, they crack around as I move, like plastic, not to mention they are flimsy, not warm, cheap looking. Lesson learned. Yet again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783790 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 14:18:30 +0000 Windchime 1783790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I cheaped out and bought a pair of sneakers from Easy Spirit for walking. I've bought other E.S. footweat for work/casual, and they've provided enough support and comfort for my somewhat fussy feet. But the walking shoes haven't been supportive enough, and now I'm having knee pain. The sneakers have been demoted to gardening shoes, and I'm back to high-quality, pricey shoes for my exercise walking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783782 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 14:08:31 +0000 Suz 1783782@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Loved reading and looking at these and I am sure I have learned nothing at all and I am not remorseful. Perhaps it is a good thing that I am not buying from the Bay this year (political). That store is the source of my best shoe deals. So automatically this means I won't be buying as many and won't be able to make as many mistakes! So why does that make me sad? &nbsp;:( </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783761 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 12:03:41 +0000 bella 1783761@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was thinking to myself about my shoe purchases from last year, and feeling all smug that I didn't make any mistake, when I scrolled through my pinterest feed and saw this one pair of black ballet flats. silly me! Technically, this may not be my fault, but anyway. I wore them only a few times last year, and they were very comfy. Then one day, I got caught in a torrential downpour and was completely drenched, including shoes. When the shoes dried (in front of an electric heater as I was in a hurry, and now realize was a big mistake), they were at least one full size too big, and they never regained their original shape/size. &nbsp;so there you go, not a purchase mistake per se, but a costly shoe mistake.&nbsp;<br />Oh, and if anyone has an idea, I'd be happy to hear, otherwise I'll just donate them.&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/91127592439966756/">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/91127592439966756/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783688 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 02:32:32 +0000 April 1783688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We're all in this together, YLFers. &nbsp;Been there, I promise -- you are not alone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783567 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 22:36:27 +0000 unfrumped 1783567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered these in 2 sizes and as ususl had to decide how comfy to get my R foot which is bigger and bunioned.<br /> I sized up, but then could never get the fit right in the heel despite several types of inserts and " fixers". They just don't feel or fit right, too boat- like, and don't look the same in the larger size. But, I wore them a couple of times.<br /> So I had to let them go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783556 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 22:22:08 +0000 Chris987 1783556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Biggest mistake was the blue/grey reikers. I thought they were cute and they are reasonably comfortable,&nbsp;but they are&nbsp;quite clunky in appearance. Sand gets into the&nbsp;perforations easily&nbsp;which is not good for a sporty look I want to wear outdoors. Also they have a sock liner that my feet stick to a bit in warmer weather which is a bit unpleasant. Like clothing, I tend to go for color and pattern and not think enough about fit and silhouette.</p> <p>The grey sneakers feel great but I just don't feel great in them. I did buy up a bit to make sure I could fit real socks so they look big on my feet but it's more than that and I'm not quite sure what it is. Maybe again a bit too clunky, the lacing hardware is almost industrial in feel. </p> <p></p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783385 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 14:17:21 +0000 April 1783385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, I have loved reading all these contributions!</p> <p>Lots of us have learned from past mistakes, which is inspiring.</p> <p>Lots of us are still making many mistakes, which is comforting in a "you are not alone" sort of way.</p> <p>And lots of us are somewhere in the middle of that journey.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783358 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 13:03:36 +0000 Bijou 1783358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My biggest shoe mistake of 2016 was this pair of boots. In theory, these should have been workhorses... yet in my current style journey they are not refined or pretty enough. I seem to want to wear more streamlined shoes than these now and this has been reflected in my more recent purchases. These boots were perfect for my style 2-3 years ago, but my tastes have changed, which has resulted in these rather fab boots to languish rarely worn.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783346 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 11:43:59 +0000 Lucy 1783346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My biggest shoe mistake was letting my husband come to work with me one day - I keep half of my shoes at work, as I commute in flats. I think seeing the big pile in my office &nbsp;gave him a small shock, lol!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783328 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 09:54:40 +0000 Staysfit 1783328@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My biggest mistake was having to wear an orthopedic boot!!!!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783322 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 08:46:44 +0000 Anonymous 1783322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Buying a pair of faux suede 4 inch black heels even though they were 2 sizes too small and then trying to wear them. Pretty big mistake! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783291 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 04:16:44 +0000 Barbara Diane 1783291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not working hard enough to find what I really needed. I really need a pair of comfortable black or gray </p> <p>leather </p> <p>shoes or booties. But at this point I may just wait for next fall/winter.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783285 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 03:39:35 +0000 Andrea H 1783285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Probably these Frye Melanie mules. I love the gray/taupe color and I wore that type of closed toe flat mule a lot around the turn of the millennium, but I probably should have sized down in these. They don't stay on my feet that great, so I didn't tend to wear them last summer when I needed to walk any distance...which is basically always. &nbsp;Gonna give them the old college try again this spring because they are pretty shoes and useful for my wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783280 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 03:23:06 +0000 Anonymous 1783280@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It has been fun reading this thread. I have not made fit mistakes this year but probably bought too many shoes. My least worn pair are navy kitten heel pumps with a sling back. I bought them for my growing collection of navy, including two dresses. I just have not been reaching for them but for something else instead. I think the problem is that they are nothing special...just kind of boring. Maybe they will get more wear this spring/summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783277 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 03:20:05 +0000 Jaime 1783277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh dear. Does over indulgence count as a mistake? I definitely overdid it at the Zara sale but at some point they were the equivalent of $15 - and Zara shoes tend to fit me really well. I really need to look carefully because I will unabashedly admit I cannot remember all the shoes that have come through my closet this year. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783274 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 03:13:21 +0000 DonnaF 1783274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What counts as a mistake?&nbsp; I made more mistakes in 2015 than 2016, but I bought a lot more footwear that year.&nbsp; </p> <p>I rarely wear the silver and gold shoes below, especially not the gold because I mostly wear silver elsewhere.&nbsp; It is mostly due to lack of comfort when my feet swell up.&nbsp; I think I am a bit lazy when it comes to tying laces, and laced shoes tend to fit me a bit better than buckles.&nbsp; I almost never wear any of my pairs of booties, some of which are laced so fit better than non-laced.</p> <p>The coral shoes below arrived today.&nbsp; Gotta decided if they are comfy enough to keep and whether they are for a fantasy life/fantasy me.&nbsp; Would the laces deter me?&nbsp; The block heel is super stable and comfy.&nbsp; I need something when clogs are just.too.clunky. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783251 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 01:41:32 +0000 krishnidoux 1783251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am happy to report I haven't made any shoe mistake this year! (then again, didn't buy any lol).&nbsp;</p> <p>I have made so many shoe mistakes it's not a joke anymore. I too have bunion and fussy feet issues, but my worse must be a pair of red flat &nbsp;(heel-less, really) side zipped Ara's&nbsp;Jenny booties. The combination of absolutely no elevation, high top, round toe and high vamp makes my leg especially stumpy and I don't know what came over me but when I got them I was convinced it was an absolutely good idea. Every Spring and every Fall I try them on with hopes. Yet they remain intact, unworn. I have to admit the style - very European looking - is just not dainty me.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-was-your-biggest-shoe-mistake-last-year/page/2#post-1783242 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 01:08:03 +0000 anne 1783242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No mistakes from me in 2016. I only bought 3 pairs of shoes in total - 2 pairs of running shoes and some nude Mary Janes.</p> <p>However I was learning from the mistakes of 2015 with the nudes (an online purchase that was way too&nbsp; big and not worth the reverse postage to return).</p> <p>Also the 2 pairs of dressier sandals that I bought cheaply i.e., $20 each, at the end of 2015 and have worn since have 1) broken or 2) (see find) are about to break.&nbsp; While I hoped to get 2 summers from them and I nearly did (first day of autumn technically was yesterday) I have decided that going forward I'll buy higher end for dress sandals, and hope that has rewards in durability and comfort. I still have some buttery soft sandals bought in my first years on YLF. They are too high to wear often, but that level of comfort with a lower chunkier heel is what I'll look for in the summer of 17/18. </p>