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Sal's post about the new black shoes that she bought for her foot problem reminded me that I also had a problem, plantar fasciitis, that I was working on. I had donated the flat sandals and flat shoes that caused problems and tried to save my walking shoes by using footbeds. It wasn't working so I looked carefully at what she purchased to see if it would work for me. They did have one style that was on sale that claimed to help people with pf, so I ordered them. They were ugly but I knew that walking where I walk daily would soon cover them with dust. They arrived yesterday, were extremely comfortable, and although not a style I would ever want to wear they began to grow on me. I went to an arts and crafts show today and wore them with a dress and actually got compliments on my outfit.

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3 weeks ago

ChristelJ

Veteran

You look absolutely adorable in that ensemble and if you were comfy in the shoes then it’s an all around success! Hope your pf clears up soon. I’ve been there so I feel for you.

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

bonnie! If anyone can look charming, pretty and adorable in a dress, cap, sunnies, and Brooks running shoes - it's YOU!

Happy feet are stylish feet. ALWAYS! Brooks running shoes are winners with many of my clients and friends. Relieved for you and your feet

Please carry on. Hair is looking fab too!

Star (Lise)

Very cute! I healed my PF too by only wearing supportive shoes, even at home.

Runcarla

Still seeing lots of big sneaker looks in my Instagram street style feeds. Though my preference is for refined footwear, the ‘dad’ sneakers are still getting plenty of wear!

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Irina

They look like my Brooks that I wear at the gym. So comfortable! I think they look good on you.

BlueJay

I don't think your shoes are ugly, but I own a pair of navy Brooks Ghost runners and they're so comfortable! I like them and have worn them to work. You look dressed to perfection for the art show. I hope the PF heals soon. I've had it too and it can be very painful.

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Carol

Oh, yeah, Brooks! From working in health food, I can get a great discount on those. Maybe I'm due for some new ones. I think they are cute.

I like the outfit as well. You make a dress and leggings look purposeful, tunic-like. When I do that it looks accidental.

Bonnie

ChristelJ: Thank you, the shoes are comfortable, and I hope they are the solution.

Angie: Brooks shoes weren't on my radar but I'm glad Sal posted about her experience. Thank you for the kind words.

Lise: I agree that always wearing supportive shoes will help me. I replaced my house shoes/slippers with Taos slides that seem to help.

Runcarla: I love your "dad" shoes.

Irina: I am growing to like them and was thinking of keeping them for good but took them out on the trail today and my feet feel fine.

BlueJay: Thank you. I'm glad that you pf got better, that gives me hope.

Carol: Thank you. I'm starting to think they are cute, too. I kind of like the dashes of color with the black and white.

by Bonnie

slim cat

Your shoes are fun and look great with dress!

pirouette

I like your new shoes not ugly at all. I’m glad you found comfortable footwear there’s nothing worse than painful feet.

Dee

You've put together a really charming combination, and your shoes blend in nicely. I hear you on having foot issues and trying to find stylish footwear that won't cripple you. Always a bit of a challenge. Glad your feet are happier now.

Jaime

Fab!

Lisa

I like the big sneaker look, it creates a fun juxtaposition with refined outfits as you've styled it here with the dress and cap. Bravo!

Firecracker (Sharan)

What a fun outfit, Bonnie! The shoes are pretty darned cute, with those touches of fun color. I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with plantar fasciitis, though. I've had it in the past, and it caused me to stop running. I kind of miss running sometimes (though not that much, because I love bicycling now), but the pf hasn't recurred, so I'm happy about that!

JAileen

I love your colorful dresses, and the shoes look fine.

Years ago I was at a wedding shower and someone mentioned plantar fasciitis. Then suddenly everyone was taking off their shoes and pulling out their inserts, from women in their twenties to an 80 YO! The inserts were all different. I had PF about 25 years ago and still have my inserts. Mine are hard plastic.

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Murph11

I'm another fan of your outfit! I'm a recent Brooks convert (wore Asics for 20+ years) and love them as my gear shoes. Since my neighbor is a designer for the company, I get insider intel. You've inspired me to consider a non-gear pair!

Sal

You look great Bonnie and I am pleased I could help. I hope they work for you - I think these are fine looking shoes - the light soles help to my eye!! It is frustrating having problem feet.

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