WIW: Orthopedic shoes - YouLookFab Forum

Just wanted to report back on those sandals I posted about a few weeks ago.
http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....l-question (This isn't a K/R because I've already worn them and the PT gave them a thumbs up.) I really like them and can see wearing them even after I'm healed. Unfortunately, the neon New Balance sneaks I ordered ended up not working out so gladiators and my old running shoes are all that I've been wearing. I also snapped some pics of some very uninspiring summer wear. Bermudas and running shoes look horrific so I've dug out some of my old shorts--more leg seems to reduce the frump factor. I've been wearing looser tops to counter the legs and de-mutton the look. Ugh, I can't wait to be in normal shoes again. Hope everyone is enjoying their summer!

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12 years ago

Anonymous

Kelly, these don't look orthopedic at all and you are doing a fantastic job with your summer-wear. Frankly I was a little disappointed, thinking you were finally going to look bad in something--KIDDING! You definitely have the corner on proportions/legs and some kind of magical formula that regular mortals like me lack. And how is it that you make those comfort sandals look a bit Naughty Donkey (B.A.)?

Mary Beth (formerly LBD)

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Veteran

These are orthopedic?? You could have fooled me! You look adorable

NancyT

Active Member

You look great Kelly! Pardon my forwardness, but you have great gams.....mind if I ask what type of exercise you do (or did before?)...

amiable

They and you look terrific!

Ornella

Kelly, it is so wonderful to see you and your beaming smile. One day I will photograph my favorite childhood doll - you remind me of her

You look great. No frump in sight.

I love those sandals! I need to track down a pair I think.

Firecracker (Sharan)

I love those sandals--they are so cool on you. Not orthopedic looking at all. Your summer looks are fab! I agree with Claire. You are the epitome of summer casual style.

christieanne

Your smile is bright and your spirited sense of stye shines through. I wouldn't have noticed the shoes were frumpy at all. They look sort of Euro-cool actually.

Transcona Shannon

I actually think these are fab looking!

celia

I know you don't feel your best but this outfits look very good to me.The sandals are pretty fab.

Suz

Kelly, your legs are so fantastic that they could make even the ugliest shoe seem amazing. But these are actually super fun, and great for your MOTG style!

Mochi

Kelly, you look fantastic and you're healing wonderfully, which is the most important thing. (Well, looking fantastic is about as important

I'd be the only one on here to notice this, but your muscles in the injured leg don't appear to have atrophied at all. It was pretty gruesome with DH--he had chicken legs, even in the non-injured leg, from all the non-use.

Lisa

I would have never known those were orthopedic sandals if you didn't tell me. They just look like a fun twist on a wedge sandal. You are doing great dressing for your foot. And those yellow shorts are really fun!

Those look great, Kelly!

George sends purrs Davey's way.

kellygirl

Thanks for the kind comments. I seriously can’t wait to be back to normal shoes and get rid of the limp. Limited foot wear options are damaging my calm!

@Claire: Lol! You made me laugh. I have many “bad” fashion days--in fact, almost every day when I’m wearing my running shoes. I have a poison eye for that look--it makes me cringe but I am soldiering on. Naughty donkey cracks me up too. So glad that I can looks a little B.A. even with a lame leg.

@La Belle: Thank you! Never thought I’d buy Fit Flops. Never say never, I guess!

@NancyT: Thank you. My legs are kind of a jiggly mess these days--the photos don’t capture that. I think any kind of exercise is good--hiking/walking, yoga, spin, running. Those are my faves, in that order

@amiable, Firecracker, Shannon, Celia, Suz: Thanks!

@Ornelia: Lol! Thanks!

@Ceit: Thanks. I can’t believe how comfy they are. I love the suede ones too but I thought these might be more versatile.

@christieanne: Euro-cool--I like that. Thanks!

@mochi: Thank you. In photos, my leg doesn’t look that bad. IRL, it’s a little different. There is a massive difference in terms of muscle tone and strength but I hope to remedy that in the next several months. Can’t wait to get rid of the “jello” calf!

@Lisa: Thank you. The yellow shorts are a new additon--they are summer faves.

@Alicat: Thanks! Davey sends purrs right back!

pil

You even make orthopedic shoes look good, Kelly. I never would have known they were orthopedic if you hadn't said so. Is there a tentative timetable for a return to your other shoes?

Betti

Those sandals are great! I'm going to check into them myself as I have limited choices too (past broken foot problems on one side, plantar fasciitis on the other). I never would have guessed they are Fit Flops...really? I agree with the others; you have GREAT legs!

rachylou

Ya, too cool to be "orthopaedic".

CocoLion

Those are certainly the coolest orthopedic shoes ever! And you look amazing in short shorts. Good for you for wearing them! You've got perfect legs.

Orthopedic!? You are kidding? No one would ever guess. You are doing a wonderful job looking great in spite of circumstances. You are an inspiration.

Carole

These look great, Kelly, not ortho looking at all. It's hard when your feet demand you to wear something different than you might normally prefer, but I like these and would wear these in a heart beat, bad feet or not! (Ps I have bad feet)

Scarlet

Those gladiators are actually really cute and the color is a perfect nude for your (amazing) legs. Rock on!

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