The other "shoes" thread

[Zydekitten]

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii302/kerrystaub/naot%20shoes/danskoshoes.jpg
these are the ones I got and returned plus another similar pair. (Kind of manly now that I look at them again). But if they were comfy I would go with it. Besides being too hard my heel lifts out of them with each step. I think they are supposed to but I don't like it. I am looking at more Naots and scoping out sandals for JF. Wish they weren't so $$$!
I have a few pairs of the Dansko Professional Clogs (as shown above) and they are a bit of adjustment for folks used to "regular" clogs (with the closed back and all).

I find them VERY comfy - but they do require a bit of breaking in and getting used to and yes, your heels are supposed to lift in them a certain amount . . . it's a bit of a learning curve, but it's worth it - I LOVE my Danskos!! :D

[Rossvegas]

Earlier I had talked about my trips to the podiatrist this month because of a heel spur and PF. My doctor actually recommended wearing Crocs because they had good support. I do feel better in them. Been having good luck with the feets since the cortisone shot and I'm hoping that will last thru Fest. Felt so good lately that I just bought some more shoes from Zappos, Endless and 6pm. They're all heels and they felt fine when I got them. The big test will be at work or traveling.

LD, if the Crocs are working for you, great! What I found, however, is that when you have PF, you have a tendency to want to wear shoes/sandals with the softest/spongiest soles - they just feel so much better on the damaged feet. My concern is that your heel isn't really getting the support it needs to properly heal all of the little the tears in the fascia. For my money, I've found that I'm better off with a solid, good-fitting running shoe (with a firm sole) and a pair of the Birk inserts.

[luvdancin]

Well, I'll make you a deal. If my heel isn't better at Fest Time, you can kiss it. :D

[stlbarb]

Well, I'll make you a deal. If my heel isn't better at Fest Time, you can kiss it. :D

gee. my butt's been a little sore, if its not better by fest.......

that's what i need. a pair of shoes that doesnt make my big ass look big.

[luvdancin]

gee. my butt's been a little sore, if its not better by fest.......

that's what i need. a pair of shoes that doesnt make my big ass look big.

Do they even make those??? Sign me up. :eek:

[stlbarb]

Do they even make those??? Sign me up. :eek:

maybe if i wore my monkey slippers - everyone would be so amused they wouldnt notice my BB.

i'm thinking of using it as a billboard for good.

dont like my ass in your face?
get off yours and dance too!

[ABITAGIRL1]

Abita Girl, I'm late to this thread, but I suffered the horrors of Plantar Fasciitis courtesy of the Fest a couple of years back. I clearly recall being in the condo on the first Saturday of a 10 day Festivus saying "Feets don't fail me now!!!!" It was awful.

Anyway, during the next year, I made a lot of people wealthy. Anybody or anything that promised me relief was purchased, and I must have tried at least 10 different shoe inserts including custom orthotics.

The one thing that worked for me - REALLY worked for me - were these Birkenstock inserts. They cost around $40 at a higher end store that sells "comfort" shoes, but the relief was almost instantaneous. They are cork based so you have to replace them once in a while, but I definitely recommend them - they are amazing. The nice thing is that they fit inside most shoes, so you don't have to blow $250 on high end walking shoes - you're going to take the insoles out anyway, and that's a big part of what you're paying for.

Try em...you'll love em. And they'll fit inside those new sandals of yours, no problem!

While I'm on the topic, I just want to remind everyone that just because a shoe feels comfortable (e.g. crocs) doesn't mean they're good for you. The whole fasciitis thing is caused by the heel moving side to side while the rest of the foot is secured; effectively tearing all of the little ligaments that connect the heel to fascia (the strip of muscle that runs down the centre of the bottom of your foot.) It can take around a year or so to heel...and it is definitely no joke!

Be careful out there, and happy Festing y'all!

So these inserts are made by Birkenstock? Think I could get them online?
See, the thing is I have had four pairs of custom orthotics made in the past 10 years each by a different podiatrist. I still have all four pairs! None of them ever worked great for me. I run and the running exacerbates my heel pain, the only thing that worked to heal the PF was cutting back my mileage by alot. I have tried so many running shoes and am now doing fine with my Asics as long as I keep my mileage under 20 and try to trail run as much as possible instead of running on the road. For day to day shoes, I have to have something with a heel, completly flat shoes (like most flip flops) will cause a flare up. For me, Crocs wouldn't have enough of a heel. I would give those inserts a try though.

[stlbarb]

So these inserts are made by Birkenstock? Think I could get them online?
See, the thing is I have had four pairs of custom orthotics made in the past 10 years each by a different podiatrist. I still have all four pairs! None of them ever worked great for me. I run and the running exacerbates my heel pain, the only thing that worked to heal the PF was cutting back my mileage by alot. I have tried so many running shoes and am now doing fine with my Asics as long as I keep my mileage under 20 and try to trail run as much as possible instead of running on the road. For day to day shoes, I have to have something with a heel, completly flat shoes (like most flip flops) will cause a flare up. For me, Crocs wouldn't have enough of a heel. I would give those inserts a try though.

do you have acess to any rubber tracks? some schools & ymca's have them.

[ohio]

Do you have anything higher and sluttier? Perhaps incorporating a live fish inside a see-through heel?
or pimpier...

http://www.pimpcostumes.com/images/products/SexyBootsCheetahFishMd.jpg

[stlbarb]

or pimpier...

http://www.pimpcostumes.com/images/products/SexyBootsCheetahFishMd.jpg


and this will complete the outfit. be sure to wear sunscreen.
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u315/taboba/220188340996_3.jpg

[ohio]

where's mizz seebass when you need her

[Rossvegas]

So these inserts are made by Birkenstock? Think I could get them online?
See, the thing is I have had four pairs of custom orthotics made in the past 10 years each by a different podiatrist. I still have all four pairs! None of them ever worked great for me. I run and the running exacerbates my heel pain, the only thing that worked to heal the PF was cutting back my mileage by alot. I have tried so many running shoes and am now doing fine with my Asics as long as I keep my mileage under 20 and try to trail run as much as possible instead of running on the road. For day to day shoes, I have to have something with a heel, completly flat shoes (like most flip flops) will cause a flare up. For me, Crocs wouldn't have enough of a heel. I would give those inserts a try though.

Abitagirl, I'm not a podiatrist; I only play one online. :>)

Here's a link to one site that sells the inserts (you might be able to get them cheaper elsewhere).

http://tinyurl.com/2clq2o

I have the casual ones, and although I wear them mostly duing non-athletic use, they seem to work well for me. The thing about them is that they have this "bump" that pushes up on the metatarsal and that tends to take a lot of pressure off of the heel and fascia. It also serves to stretch it a little bit (I think) and that helps in the healing. It takes a day to get used to them, but not nearly as bad as orthotics.

I think the problem with orthotics is that they are designed to align your body properly, not deal with PF. When I went back to the chiropractor to tell her that they weren't working for me, she said: "oh, they won't help your PF, but it will take care of your body mechanics!" Uh, great. I come in crying about my painful feet and you prescibe something that you KNOW won't cure it? What do you say we fix my feet FIRST, and THEN we can deal with my misaligned whatever??

Apparently Lis (Corona) has had pretty good success with her orthotics, but they didn't do a thing for me. I now have a $450 pair of insoles sitiing in my closet... :>(

In so far as the running is concerned, here's the thing: we're getting old. I have come to realize this after much denial, but the fact remains that I can't skate or run without doing at least 15 minutes of stretches for my feet. I think you'll probably have to do stretches like this for the rest of your days, but definitely let the feets heal a little before you run any more marathons!

[Rossvegas]

RE Birkenstock inserts: They apparently sell them at Zappo's, but as I said, you might find a better price elsewhere. It's definitely worthwhile to read the customer reviews on these things - people seem to be happy!

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/dp/6484288/c/158.html

[Zbonnie]

But the Naots.......LOVE them. I've worn them two days in a row to check them out and they might just be the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn. thanks for that reco, I had never even heard of the brand. .. here are the shoes, I will wear them In Amsterdam and will be smiling from my head to my toes!
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii302/kerrystaub/naot%20shoes/naotmatai.jpg
Love em, I want some for dancing. What's the name of the style, please?

[stlbarb]

I was looking at those ones, good to know they are working for you. I have to get an order in soon I suppose. My visa is still in shock after some of the ticket purchases this week.

have they called you to inquire about all the purchases - to make sure they're really yours? that's how i can tell i've been abusing mine.

[VWGal]

have they called you to inquire about all the purchases - to make sure they're really yours? that's how i can tell i've been abusing mine.

They surely did! No kidding! Gee, if they looked back they should see me spending a wad on New Orleans stuff about this time of year. Although I did have my card stolen on a trip to France (at Versailles, it's rotten with pickpockets at Louis' digs!), reported it about 90 minutes later by the time I'd got back to Paris, so no harm done.

But my card did have a lovely trip to Italy, bought some nice Gucci shoes, mens wear, and paid for about 10 fillups on gas and several long distance phone calls. "Bella, I be home-a soon -- I gotta new shooooos!"

[ABITAGIRL1]

Love em, I want some for dancing. What's the name of the style, please?

Naot Footwear
Matai
SKU #7308800
$162.95
got them at Zappos. Crazy expensive but amazingly comfortable.

[VWGal]

Naot Footwear
Matai
SKU #7308800
$162.95
got them at Zappos. Crazy expensive but amazingly comfortable.

Bon, they come in some verrrry funkkkkyyy colours, right up your alley!

[Zbonnie]

Bon, they come in some verrrry funkkkkyyy colours, right up your alley!OOh, comfy AND funky colors! This may be where I need to spend my health insurance company's fitness rebate of $150!

[saturn]

Bought myself a cute pair of shoes today -- I think they're going to be comfy.

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-1/86486/shoes.jpg
(http://s7.landsend.com/is/image/LandsEnd/191511_AF06_A1_VDY?wid=170&hei=255&align=0,-1&op_sharpen=1)

[funkkjunkie]

those are cute, saturn! What brand? Asic?

[saturn]

those are cute, saturn! What brand? Asic?

They are from Land's End.

http://www.landsend.com/cd/frontdoor

[luvdancin]

They kind of look like Keens.

[stlbarb]

i must be ill.
i went into the 'Shoe Stop' today, and i did not buy anything.
something is wrong. very wrong.

so should i go to my PCP, a shrink, or a podiatrist?

[ohio]

i must be ill.
i went into the 'Shoe Stop' today, and i did not buy anything.
something is wrong. very wrong.

so should i go to my PCP, a shrink, or a podiatrist?
PCP? they still make that stuff?

[stlbarb]

PCP? they still make that stuff?

primary care physician, pretty standard term in the medical world.

[funkkjunkie]

Wait. Stop. I had to go back. I had left this thread and then it sunk in. A straight comment from Barb! LOL!!!!!!!!
Jazzfest is coming!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:D

[stlbarb]

Wait. Stop. I had to go back. I had left this thread and then it sunk in. A straight comment from Barb! LOL!!!!!!!!
Jazzfest is coming!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:D

i educate as well as entertain. :p

[Corona]

Bought myself a cute pair of shoes today -- I think they're going to be comfy.

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-1/86486/shoes.jpg
(http://s7.landsend.com/is/image/LandsEnd/191511_AF06_A1_VDY?wid=170&hei=255&align=0,-1&op_sharpen=1)
ooh, so cute Saturn and they're PINK! :)

[KateMW]

I thought I had my shoe choice locked up, but I don't like them now that they're here. Shoe shopping today!

[almarco]

I thought I had my shoe choice locked up, but I don't like them now that they're here. Shoe shopping today!

jello insoles?.....

[ohio]

primary care physician, pretty standard term in the medical world.
great! sell me a gram or two....

[KateMW]

jello insoles?.....
Geez...dog with a bone much?

Remind me not to tell y'all about my love of pudding.

LOL

[stlbarb]

Geez...dog with a bone much?

Remind me not to tell y'all about my love of pudding.

LOL

i think you dropped an R from your question?


forget running songs, some of us prefer running gags.

[almarco]

Geez...dog with a bone much?

Remind me not to tell y'all about my love of pudding.

LOL

oh wait dr schools sells gel insoles , pardon the misque.

[stlbarb]

oh wait dr schools sells gel insoles , pardon the misque.

bill cosby sells the puddin insoles

[Corona]

Ed and I just bought some shoes on Zappos...he got Tevas and I got some sweet ass Steve Madden's YAY!! I got the "natural" ones though, not the flowers....

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/7373833.html

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/7375857.html

[Belle]

I just got a pair of fest shoes today. had to get the boys new discus shoes, running shoes and school shoes. Damn 525.00 dollars!!! I swear I am gonna bind their feet!! Anywho I found a pair of Tevas on the sale rack for 20.00. I love a sale like any woman would.

Take a lookie. The souls are too pretty to cover.
http://s.onlineshoes.com/images/br020/108349_120_45.jpg

[Muffaletta Diver]

Ed and I just bought some shoes on Zappos...he got Tevas and I got some sweet ass Steve Madden's YAY!! I got the "natural" ones though, not the flowers....

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/7373833.html

http://www.zappos.com/n/p/p/7375857.html

Great...the new boyfriend smell has a name now. Ed. Super.

[stlbarb]

Great...the new boyfriend smell has a name now. Ed. Super.

sounds serious, she's picking out his clothes for him. :rolleyes:

Ed? that's not a hunky cabana boy name.
but i think Ed Harris is hot, so i guess Ed can be a hunky name.

[rosetree]

sounds serious, she's picking out his clothes for him. :rolleyes:

Ed? that's not a hunky cabana boy name.
but i think Ed Harris is hot, so i guess Ed can be a hunky name.

How about Edward.... like in "Pretty Woman"? Richard Gere's character....

[luvdancin]

How about Edward.... like in "Pretty Woman"? Richard Gere's character....

Love that movie!! And I love Richard Gere! But naturally...he has gray hair. I'm a sucker every time.

[ozzie]

I just know I'm gonna call him Fred.

[stlbarb]

I just know I'm gonna call him Fred.

i think we should each pick our own name for him.
of course, i could call him Lime.....
as in I'll have a Corona with a Lime
:D

[rosetree]

i think we should each pick our own name for him.
of course, i could call him Lime.....
as in a little Lime in your Corona
:D




ok, sorry, time out taken
:o

welcome to Muff Diver's world...

[stlbarb]

welcome to Muff Diver's world...

What a wonderful world it would be......

i re-worded it, in case your children are surfing, i was sorry for the pun and nothing else.

[NYMAMA]

i think we should each pick our own name for him.
of course, i could call him Lime.....
as in I'll have a Corona with a Lime
:D
I like that Barb! Lime it is.

[luvdancin]

To get back to the "shoes" aspect of this thread, has anyone seen the new Crocs style called the Malindi? It's a really cute ballet slipper type of shoe with a strap across the back. I just got some in pink. They are SO comfortable--even more than the traditional Crocs or some of the other styles I have. The footbed still has the little bumps on it but it has more of an orthotic shape to it. I wore them to work yesterday and they didn't hurt my heel or plantar fascia at all. I am happy. I would insert a picture here, but I am so technically challenged I don't know how to do that.:p

[rosetree]

To get back to the "shoes" aspect of this thread, has anyone seen the new Crocs style called the Malindi? It's a really cute ballet slipper type of shoe with a strap across the back. I just got some in pink. They are SO comfortable--even more than the traditional Crocs or some of the other styles I have. The footbed still has the little bumps on it but it has more of an orthotic shape to it. I wore them to work yesterday and they didn't hurt my heel or plantar fascia at all. I am happy. I would insert a picture here, but I am so technically challenged I don't know how to do that.:p

I went to the PGA tour stop here in NO today, and Crocs had a booth there. They are moving in to a lot of other styles this year...even golf spikes!
Some of the shoes look real nice and for all of you h8ers, they don't look like Crocs!

[luvdancin]

You're right. Besides the Malindi, I've gotten some really cute black and white wedges that are Crocs, too. They are also very comfy. I now have a whole bag full of different style of Crocs. I wear them a lot. And one big advantage--they weigh almost nothing so you can bring a lot of them to Fest! :D

[Festnfreida]

You're right. Besides the Malindi, I've gotten some really cute black and white wedges that are Crocs, too. They are also very comfy. I now have a whole bag full of different style of Crocs. I wear them a lot. And one big advantage--they weigh almost nothing so you can bring a lot of them to Fest! :D

That wedge is sooooo cool. Can't wear it cause it's too high but I just love the way it looks, especially in black & white. Tried the Malindi but couldn't get it to stay on the foot I drag. Shame the strap isn't adjustable. Hell I can't even wear the Mary Janes but I Love my Caymans. When I was shopping for Crocs last year Dicks Sporting Goods had them made in Mexico, China & Canada. The Mexican crocs were waaay wide. The Chinese crocs were tooooo wide and the Canadian crocs were just right. Now they only have them made in China. I did get some Sketchers that are even lighter than Crocs but they make my feet sweat.

[luvdancin]

I never knew they were made in different countries. I guess I never paid attention to that. I did notice, though, that some of them did seem more wide than the others even though they were the same size. I guess that is why.

[Festnfreida]

I never knew they were made in different countries. I guess I never paid attention to that. I did notice, though, that some of them did seem more wide than the others even though they were the same size. I guess that is why.

Well I'm not qualified to say it's a fact. But it certainly held true during my one evening of "research". The Crocs website does say they were all made in Canada when they first started. Hell I might even be able to wear a pair of the Canadian mary janes. Wonder if they'd pick out a pair of those for me if I were to order off the site. Doubt it.

Sure do wish there was a way to slice a half to an inch off the back of those wedges.

[luvdancin]

Hell I might even be able to wear a pair of the Canadian mary janes. Wonder if they'd pick out a pair of those for me if I were to order off the site.

Well, you never know. Give them a call. They may be very accommodating. And while you have them on the phone, ask if they are going to come out with a lower wedge style. It seems that they have been coming out with a lot of new shoes just in the past year.

[stlbarb]

To get back to the "shoes" aspect of this thread, has anyone seen the new Crocs style called the Malindi? It's a really cute ballet slipper type of shoe with a strap across the back. I just got some in pink. They are SO comfortable--even more than the traditional Crocs or some of the other styles I have. The footbed still has the little bumps on it but it has more of an orthotic shape to it. I wore them to work yesterday and they didn't hurt my heel or plantar fascia at all. I am happy. I would insert a picture here, but I am so technically challenged I don't know how to do that.:p

i have them in brown and (cardinal) red. i wore the brown ones to the Banana Ball.
i hate how big and clumpy the original crocs are, but love these.
Jim has the originals and a pair of the sandals (look like shower shoes).
he loves the sandals.

[luvdancin]

i have them in brown and (cardinal) red. i wore the brown ones to the Banana Ball.
i hate how big and clumpy the original crocs are, but love these.
Jim has the originals and a pair of the sandals (look like shower shoes).
he loves the sandals.
Aren't you talking about the Mary Janes? The Malindi is a brand new style and they only come in red, teal, pink, silver and black. I have Mary Janes in a tie-dye of yellow, orange and brown. I like them, too, but the Malindi are even more comfortable. They only have a back strap and not one that goes over the top of the foot.

[luvdancin]

Since I don't know how to upload pictures, here's a link.
http://shop.crocs.com/pc-825-4-malindi.aspx?reqid=825&reqProdTypeId=41p&subsectionname=footwear&section=products

[stlbarb]

Since I don't know how to upload pictures, here's a link.
http://shop.crocs.com/pc-825-4-malindi.aspx?reqid=825&reqProdTypeId=41p&subsectionname=footwear&section=products

sorry, i saw those, but was concerned with lack of holes in the front toes area.
this will be my virgin fest outing for crocs. so have to bring backups.

[stlbarb]

sorry, i saw those, but was concerned with lack of holes in the front toes area.
this will be my virgin fest outing for crocs. so have to bring backups.

go to photobucket.com, join for free, upload your picture, then copu the img url to here. you can use ir for your avatar also, but sometimes you have to downsize the picture size for avatar.

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u315/taboba/NewPicture.png

[Corona]

sounds serious, she's picking out his clothes for him. :rolleyes:

Ed? that's not a hunky cabana boy name.
but i think Ed Harris is hot, so i guess Ed can be a hunky name.
lol...he picked out his own shoes!!

[Corona]

welcome to Muff Diver's world...
OMG you guys!!! I step away from the bored for a couple of days and THIS is what I find on the ever so important SHOES thread? lol!!! Freaks ;)

[stlbarb]

lol...he picked out his own shoes!!

i've noticed you dont seem to be posting as often since cabana boy has been occupying your free time. :p

i have always said, there are only 2 things you can change about a man:
what they eat and what they wear. both need to be gradual, and with food its usually just expanding - cant get 'em to give up deep fried spam if they love it.

[Corona]

I just got a pair of fest shoes today. had to get the boys new discus shoes, running shoes and school shoes. Damn 525.00 dollars!!! I swear I am gonna bind their feet!! Anywho I found a pair of Tevas on the sale rack for 20.00. I love a sale like any woman would.

Take a lookie. The souls are too pretty to cover.
http://s.onlineshoes.com/images/br020/108349_120_45.jpg
Those are cute shoes Belle!

[Corona]

i've noticed you dont seem to be posting as often since cabana boy has been occupying your free time. :p

i have always said, there are only 2 things you can change about a man:
what they eat and what they wear. both need to be gradual, and with food its usually just expanding - cant get 'em to give up deep fried spam if they love it.
lol...I know...I feel so delinquent:o

[Muffaletta Diver]

lol...I know...I feel so delinquent:o

If you don't watch it...you're going to lose your "Most Posts" status...one of the other ladies is going to pass you by!

[sophisticated sissy]

Always buying sneakers? It's the sign of a leader: poll
Tue Apr 1, 9:50 AM ET

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Got a passion for buying sneakers? It could be a good sign, with a poll finding that people who buy three pairs of sneakers or more a year are far more likely to be a leadership type than other people.


Mindset Media, a media company that examines personality traits of different consumers, found that people who buy more than three pairs of sneakers a year are 61 percent more likely to have the qualities of a modern leader.

These qualities were defined as having ideas and vision, and a style with others that is both inclusive and decisive.

The survey of 7,500 people, using market research group Nielsen's online panel, found multi-sneaker buyers were 50 percent more likely to be very assertive and 47 percent more likely to be spontaneous.

Lauren Arvonio, a spokeswoman for Mindset Media, said sneaker buyers were more likely to fly by the seat of their pants.

"It is often said you can tell a lot about a person by the shoes they wear, and now we have some hard data to back that up," Arvonio told Reuters.

"What is interesting is that these personality traits held true across the board, regardless of age, income, or gender."

Previous Mindset Media surveys found that people who pay their credit card bills off each month were more likely to be "highly deliberate," thinking through their actions, but also less modest than others, likely to brag about their habits.

Hybrid car owners were found to be 78 percent more likely to be highly creative than other people and less dogmatic.

(Writing by Belinda Goldsmith, Editing by Patricia Reaney)

[stlbarb]

If you don't watch it...you're going to lose your "Most Posts" status...one of the other ladies is going to pass you by!

sometimes true love takes sacrifices.

[glinda]

I can't believe it, but I am not buying ANY new shoes this year! My shoes from last year are all good. Keens, Borns, and Dansko.

[NYMAMA]

I can't believe it, but I am not buying ANY new shoes this year! My shoes from last year are all good. Keens, Borns, and Dansko.
I LOVE my borne sandels! I bought a pair 3 years ago not knowing the brand( I just thought they were cute because they were pink and had a bow). They turned out to be the one shoe I wore almost the whole time because of comfort and support. Just bought another pair in a blue thong style.

[stlbarb]

I LOVE my borne sandels! I bought a pair 3 years ago not knowing the brand( I just thought they were cute because they were pink and had a bow). They turned out to be the one shoe I wore almost the whole time because of comfort and support. Just bought another pair in a blue thong style.

did your feet feel like they were born again?

whistle blows! 2 minutes in the penalty box for unnecessary punning.

[Ludlows23]

did your feet feel like they were born again?

whistle blows! 2 minutes in the penalty box for unnecessary punning.

I'm still laughing, and I can't tell if its from the pun, or the joke about the pun!!!

luv ya barb!

but I also love my Born's (to keep this thread on topic)...

[sophisticated sissy]

My new pair of Avia 330s came today. Very sharp! Taupe/natural suede w/ silver/bronze metallic trim.

[willwn]

I don't know about yall, but I always wear my boogie shoes.

[Muffaletta Diver]

Your your your your your boogie shoes?

[willwn]

Your your your your your boogie shoes?

Those are the ones!

[funkkjunkie]

Hey, that's what I wear too! My boogie shoes. Whichever ones I can boogie best in. Currently that is Naots and Danskos and New Balance. I loved my Keens and chacos but they didn't love me. :D

[stlbarb]

Hey, that's what I wear too! My boogie shoes. Whichever ones I can boogie best in. Currently that is Naots and Danskos and New Balance. I loved my Keens and chacos but they didn't love me. :D

I found some Danskos i really like, the Daria, but they cost more than my first 2 cars, so i have to get over sticker shock.

and i found out that crocks are NOT boogie shoes. they have too much traction, can't get any spin when my partner twirl's me.

[funkkjunkie]

corona gets danskos on ebay at a decent price.
:D

[stlbarb]

corona gets danskos on ebay at a decent price.
:D

corona probably wears a 7-8. 9's aint as easy to come by.
i dont need more reasons to be jealous of her! ;)

i just got a new pair of naturalizers on ebay for $30 with shipping.
this brand fits me well. the price fits me better. :)

but i'll put a search tickler in for dansko's.

got my first pedi of the season this morning.

[funkkjunkie]

Nope. She's a niner.
:D

[stlbarb]

Nope. She's a niner.
:D

i guess that would be necessary to keep her from falling forward. :p

[pokerchick66]

i guess that would be necessary to keep her from falling forward. :p

ROFLMAO!

I'm laughing cuz I wear nines, too. ;)

[stlbarb]

ROFLMAO!

I'm laughing cuz I wear nines, too. ;)

i have a friend making her virgin appearance at fest.
she's almost 6' tall & has large personalities UU, and when she complained about wearing sz 11 shoes that's what i told her: "you're feet have to be that big so you dont tip over"

[ozzie]

Oh, that must be why I keep falling....... backwards!

[ABITAGIRL1]

[IMG]http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii302/kerrystaub/naotsandals.jpg[/IMG

Good morning shoe girls (and lurking boys), wanted to share my new JF sandals with y'all. Got a Zappos delivery Friday. I originally tried the Naots BRAND based on all of your advice and good reviews and ended up loving the shoes I got. I needed comfy shoes for our Euro adventure and you shoe experts steered me towards Naots. I wore them all over Amsterdam, walking for miles every day and then dancing in them all night and they were like wearing bedroom slippers. I became a true convert. Now looking towards summer, I went to Zappos and picked out three pairs of Naot sandals to try out for fest 08. Here are the winners, I'd keep them all if they weren't so expensive. Wore them all day yesterday and they are as comfy as can be - no break in required. THANKS for all of your fab shoe advice!

[ABITAGIRL1]

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii302/kerrystaub/naotsandals.jpg
didn't paste! I will try again

[stlbarb]

way cute. and should work with shorts & dresses.

[luvdancin]

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii302/kerrystaub/naotsandals.jpg
didn't paste! I will try again

Very cute--this shoe ho is jealous!!

BTW, Barb is right about large shoe sizes keeping you upright. I wear a 10! :D

[stlbarb]

Very cute--this shoe ho is jealous!!

BTW, Barb is right about large shoe sizes keeping you upright. I wear a 10! :D

you should wear a 15.

[luvdancin]

you should wear a 15.

Since my center of gravity is now around my knees, a 10 is just fine. :eek:

[funkkjunkie]

Hey, I bought this pair!
http://www.zappos.com/n/multi_view.cgi?product_id=7308808&color_id=16437&view=multi&ref=multi-pic
love them!

[luvdancin]

Those are really cute, too. I thought I had all my shoe shopping done for Fest, but now you are making me want to check out the Zappos site again. Help me......I'm addicted.

[stlbarb]

Hey, I bought this pair!
http://www.zappos.com/n/multi_view.cgi?product_id=7308808&color_id=16437&view=multi&ref=multi-pic
love them!

now i want brown & black.

[stlbarb]

here's the naturalizers i got on ebay. not sure if i'll bring them to fest, i want to break them in a little first. its way too cold for sandals here, but is suppose to warm up this week.
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u315/taboba/shoes.jpg

[funkkjunkie]

Cute, Barb. I just ordered some danskos. I want to give those another try.

[stlbarb]

Cute, Barb. I just ordered some danskos. I want to give those another try.

did you say you wore a nine? maybe we should all bring a pair of shoes that just never quite worked for us, (worn once or twice), but might work for somebody else. fest shoe exchange.

[Jada]

Bought a new pair today...got em in black

http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/shoes/shopbyheel/2_214in/PRD~315340/A2+by+Aerosoles+Moundation+Wedge+Sandals.jsp

[bluesgirl]

I bought a pair of Born's today at Marshall's. I'm finally almost ready.

[Jada]

Bought a new pair today...got em in black

http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/shoes/shopbyheel/2_214in/PRD~315340/A2+by+Aerosoles+Moundation+Wedge+Sandals.jsp

FYI these are not for the fairgrounds, these are for night.

[saturn]

All this shoe talk made me go out and buy another pair. That's right -- it's all y'all's fault!:D

Got these NAOTs.

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-1/86486/NAOT.jpg
(http://www.softmoc.com/sys/ShowImg.asp?Img=items/images/71100-375.jpg)

[sophisticated sissy]

Those are really cute, saturn! This reminds me that I need to get my red Luchesse dancing boots re-soled. Thanx for the reminder!

[Corona]

Oh, that must be why I keep falling....... backwards!
bwahahahaha!!! love ya Oz :)

[Corona]

did you say you wore a nine? maybe we should all bring a pair of shoes that just never quite worked for us, (worn once or twice), but might work for somebody else. fest shoe exchange.
good idea Barb! I'm a nine too....sometimes a 9.5....I have no more room though...I think i've got about 10-12 pairs of shoes to bring already lol!!!

[Corona]

Hey, I bought this pair!
http://www.zappos.com/n/multi_view.cgi?product_id=7308808&color_id=16437&view=multi&ref=multi-pic
love them!
ooh I LOVE THOSE!!! They're so you :)

[bluesgirl]

good idea Barb! I'm a nine too....sometimes a 9.5....I have no more room though...I think i've got about 10-12 pairs of shoes to bring already lol!!!

I brought 9 pairs last year. :D

I'm just a shoe slut!!!!

Oh, I'm a 9-10 size too, but narrow. It's hard to find shoes sometimes.

[ABITAGIRL1]

Hey, I bought this pair!
http://www.zappos.com/n/multi_view.cgi?product_id=7308808&color_id=16437&view=multi&ref=multi-pic
love them!
LOVE them in brown. Aren't they comfy? I will be keeping my eyes on fest footwear looking for ya!

[MarignySlim72]

I always end up barefoot by the end of the day

[funkkjunkie]

I wanted the black ones too but I kept two more pairs out of my recent zappos orders and self said that was enough. These are the two I kept. Haven't decided if they have a home yet.
http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u120/funkkjunkie2/naotalyssa.jpg
http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u120/funkkjunkie2/danskosela.jpg

[funkkjunkie]

Barb, I wear an 8.

[stlbarb]

Barb, I wear an 8.

little feet. dang.

finally warm enough to wear sandals here. and ironically, my walmart earth spirits seem to be the most comfy.

[Jada]

little feet. dang.

Damn! I must have munchkin feet then. Size 6 narrow.

[pokerchick66]

Damn! I must have munchkin feet then. Size 6 narrow.

Yep. Jada's feet on the left:

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o231/monica7966/Jazzfest%202nd%20Weekend%202007/25bc-1.jpg

[Jada]

Yep. Jada's feet on the left:

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o231/monica7966/Jazzfest%202nd%20Weekend%202007/25bc-1.jpg


OMG! I can't belive you have that pic!!!! LOL!

[Jada]

You KNOW that's my spot @ DBA :)

[Jada]

Oh, and of course, my 7&7 in the corner :)

[Amy Winette]

Those are little feet Jada! I'm 6 1/2

[stlbarb]

Damn! I must have munchkin feet then. Size 6 narrow.

you are a tiny little thing. so you have tiny feet.
freak. :rolleyes:

[pokerchick66]

OMG! I can't belive you have that pic!!!! LOL!

lol, mymecca took it. Nobody was slurged. ;)

[luvdancin]

I passed that size up in my sleep!. :eek:

[Corona]

I always end up barefoot by the end of the day
me too :)

[MarignySlim72]

yep my theme songs for festivals is "Its all Over Now (Wheres my Shoes)" LOL!

[funkkjunkie]

I used to have a size 6 foot but over 30 years of teaching and fat happened.

[Ms. Festngator]

OK, I totally blame you guys ;) but I went crazy and bought 6 pairs of comfort type sandals today. Two pairs of Naots, Two pairs of "Think" and 2 pairs of Merrells. Blacks and Browns! Yikes! Now I have to figure out which ones I can take to Fest otherwise I am joining the 9 pairs crowd. ;) I am officially done with my summer sandal buying. No heels for me this summer. Now if I can just get my pedicure and actually pack....

[sophisticated sissy]

Yep. Jada's feet on the left:

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o231/monica7966/Jazzfest%202nd%20Weekend%202007/25bc-1.jpg

She should do shoe modeling!
Cute tootsies!

[Jada]

She should do shoe modeling!
Cute tootsies!


LOL! Thanks. :)
That's the one thing I've been blessed with is small and narrow feet.

[Jada]

She should do shoe modeling!
Cute tootsies!


PC's nails look perfectly polished. Pretty :)

[pokerchick66]

PC's nails look perfectly polished. Pretty :)

lol, thanks Jada! And I did it my own self, too. :D

lol, we have happy feet. :p

[Jada]

I do have happy feet today :)
Now if it were only Thursday....

[stlbarb]

I do have happy feet today :)
Now if it were only Thursday....

driving or flying?
there's so many cars heading down thursday morning, we may cause a traffic jam.

[Jada]

driving or flying?
there's so many cars heading down thursday morning, we may cause a traffic jam.
Driving Thursday afternoon. Gotta make an appearance at work that morning.

[bluesgirl]

Feet Hurt? Stop Wearing Shoes (http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=89830802)


"It took 4 million years of evolution to perfect the foot, and humans have been wrecking that perfection with every step since they first donned shoes, New York magazine's Adam Sternbergh says."

[back2NOLA]

bluedog you are hilarious!!!! The flip flops are cute Amy. I'm looking at the keens venice in pink...so cute and the reviews on zappos look great for people with foot problems. I'm thinking maybe rotating these, with crocs like Saturns (found pink ones on ebay :), and hopefully finding a comfortable pair of flip flops. Keens have some I may look into further. No screwing around with my footwear this year. I hear ya on the wanting to amputate your feet Michelino. It was HELL last year and I lost the whole Meters show at CAC last year cuz i needed to sit. It was brutal. Had to take percocet to get through Dragon Smoke after the patry last year too.
http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q242/coronaluver/keensspectra.jpg
These are the Keens I'm gonna buy. I think they're cute :)

Very cute & they have tons of support for weary dogs. I'm definitely bringing mine to the Fest.

[glinda]

Figured it was time to start thinking about shoes. Cuz if ya buy new ones ya gotta break em in.... Anybody gonna try something different this year?

[Tivia]

Noticing this thread..... I thought we had better
plan ahead on the shoes to wear.
I love Berkies.
Can hardly wait to see the new styles that will be shown here.

[pokerchick66]

Still enjoying my Teva flips. In fact, I hardly wear anything else if I can help it. Yes, I wear them in the winter with socks. But not out of the house. Sometimes. :p

[ozzie]

Still enjoying my Teva flips. In fact, I hardly wear anything else if I can help it. :p

Careful you don't catch a cold?

[pokerchick66]

Careful you don't catch a cold?

lmao! :p

[stlbarb]

Targer has the cutest 'tied died' thongs (flip-flops). but i cant do thongs - either kind, dont like 'em between my toes or between my buns.

[stlbarb]

during xmas shopping i found a great site, http://www.sierratradingpost.com/Shoes-and-Boots.html
i purchased long underwear and 2 pairs of shoes as presents, and they arrived quickly.
the prices are reasonable, and in addition to their discounts they are constantly having sales. only thing i can say bad, it they send a lot of emails about their sale - a lot of one day sales (15-35% off type).

[Mexi]

but i cant do thongs - either kind, dont like 'em between my toes or between my buns.

http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa115/jengo_99/thongs.jpg

[festivalgirl]

Just got these [still on sale at llbean.com 19.95 Summer Sneakers, Mary Jane Select Item TK54685]

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t38/slangius/posts/241377_31457_41wid330.jpg

[ozgal]

In our group we have one rule when it comes to shoes. NO CROCS. If you wear crocs then your festing alone. I think i will be sticking to my trusty havaianas altho think i may need a new pair come end of fest.

[Gards]

In our group we have one rule when it comes to shoes. NO CROCS. If you wear crocs then your festing alone. I think i will be sticking to my trusty havaianas altho think i may need a new pair come end of fest.

If we get the massive puddles on site like we did last year,someone quite smartly suggested the rubberised rock hopping type of shoe that some windsurfers and board sailors wear,and I have already put a pair in my travel bag.Because the are an easier option than Gumboots,Wellingtons or whatever you want to call them.

[ozzie]

If we get the massive puddles on site like we did last year,someone quite smartly suggested the rubberised rock hopping type of shoe that some windsurfers and board sailors wear,and I have already put a pair in my travel bag.Because the are an easier option than Gumboots,Wellingtons or whatever you want to call them.

Won't be any puddles this year. I'm just saying.

[Gards]

Won't be any puddles this year. I'm just saying.

I hope you are correct,we will take them in Vic and SA instead

[Corona]

I just bought these last night for the wedding in Tortola. We were told to buy wedges so these were the ones I found on Amazon. $31!!!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XRFFEQ

[glinda]

OMG corona, those are cute but HIGH! Can you really dance in those???? What a woman!

[i wanna be in NOLA]

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/417CHCbVuyL._AA280_.jpg

Wowsah!!!

You're gonna be gorh-jus!

[festivalgirl]

If we get the massive puddles on site like we did last year,someone quite smartly suggested the rubberised rock hopping type of shoe that some windsurfers and board sailors wear,and I have already put a pair in my travel bag.Because the are an easier option than Gumboots,Wellingtons or whatever you want to call them.

I always bring a pair of shoes I am prepared to leave behind.

I have always wanted to buy a pair of Shrimp Boots, though.

http://www.snlcorp.com/image/Shrimp_Boots.gif

[Gards]

I always bring a pair of shoes I am prepared to leave behind.

I have always wanted to buy a pair of Shrimp Boots, though.

http://www.snlcorp.com/image/Shrimp_Boots.gif

They are very stylish,in fact a couple of Festivals I have been at where the drops are known to come down sell, the leopard print type for the groovers.
I find them too hot and heavy for my liking though.

[stlbarb]

They are very stylish,in fact a couple of Festivals I have been at where the drops are known to come down sell, the leopard print type for the groovers.
I find them too hot and heavy for my liking though.

and they fill with r@!n water.

and they will rub the fake tan off. (a friend told me this :D )

[Delta]

In our group we have one rule when it comes to shoes. NO CROCS. If you wear crocs then your festing alone. I think i will be sticking to my trusty havaianas altho think i may need a new pair come end of fest.

And there are some of us who can't stand or walk more than an hour without wearing crocs. My only other option is barefoot.

[VWGal]

I just bought these last night for the wedding in Tortola. We were told to buy wedges so these were the ones I found on Amazon. $31!!!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XRFFEQ

Chica, how did I know you'd be back on this perennially busy pre-fest thread....;)

Now, can you actually drink and walk in those shoes? Jeez girl, I don't wanna be hauling your butt around the fairgrounds in a wheelchair. As Ross is not coming to Fest this year, we won't be able to hitch a ride on his pimped out golf cart.

[VWGal]

I always bring a pair of shoes I am prepared to leave behind.

I have always wanted to buy a pair of Shrimp Boots, though.

http://www.snlcorp.com/image/Shrimp_Boots.gif

I'm breaking down and bringing a pair of boots this year. Ruined a few too many sandals over the years cause of too much sunshine...yeah that's it...too much sunshine.

But how the heck do you decide to bring them along in the morning? A lot to haul around all day while the "sunshine" builds up and finally lets loose at about 6:00 pm in torrents of "sunshine"!

[Delta]

I'm breaking down and bringing a pair of boots this year. Ruined a few too many sandals over the years cause of too much sunshine...yeah that's it...too much sunshine.

But how the heck do you decide to bring them along in the morning? A lot to haul around all day while the "sunshine" builds up and finally lets loose at about 6:00 pm in torrents of "sunshine"!

Put straps on them and sling them over your shoulder? Think of all the ice you can put in one for the beverages! Loose change, suntan lotion, glasses, etc in the other one.

[festivalgirl]

They are very stylish,in fact a couple of Festivals I have been at where the drops are known to come down sell, the leopard print type for the groovers.
I find them too hot and heavy for my liking though.

I'm not sure I would wear them ... I just like them. ;)

[festivalgirl]

And there are some of us who can't stand or walk more than an hour without wearing crocs. My only other option is barefoot.

That's why I stick with LL Bean shoes. They're comfy, sturdy & always work with my orthotics!

[festivalgirl]

Put straps on them and sling them over your shoulder? Think of all the ice you can put in one for the beverages! Loose change, suntan lotion, glasses, etc in the other one.

Get outta my head, woman!! :p

[Delta]

That's why I stick with LL Bean shoes. They're comfy, sturdy & always work with my orthotics!

They're never wide enough for me (see "barefoot" reference.)

[Delta]

Get outta my head, woman!! :p

No worries. There's plenty of room in here for both of us!

[pokerchick66]

I'm breaking down and bringing a pair of boots this year. Ruined a few too many sandals over the years cause of too much sunshine...yeah that's it...too much sunshine.

But how the heck do you decide to bring them along in the morning? A lot to haul around all day while the "sunshine" builds up and finally lets loose at about 6:00 pm in torrents of "sunshine"!

If you happen to be working at Ms. Lena's that day, you can leave them in her big bin. :)

And don't forget to leave a pair of big, snuggly white socks in there. ;)

[Orleansnj]

I always bring a pair of shoes I am prepared to leave behind.

I have always wanted to buy a pair of Shrimp Boots, though.

http://www.snlcorp.com/image/Shrimp_Boots.gif

le-fishin' reebok's can be had real cheap

http://www.foreandaftmarine.com/749289.htm

[stlbarb]

win $7,000 worth of shoes! from piper lime shoes via glamour magazine.

https://secure.glamour.com/magazine/sweeps/piperlime_shoes/entry/long/

[Apostrophe (')]

Fer da mens on da bored... Iff'n ya have big feats... Dese here Keens (http://www.oddball.com/cascades/pdetail/1008749) are a steal...

[jolie]

le-fishin' reebok's can be had real cheap

http://www.foreandaftmarine.com/749289.htm

These are the ones I got.. they were about $25

There was a cheaper pair, but honestly, these were lighter weight and had better arch support, very comfy... (am I really talking about arch support in shrimpin boots?:rolleyes: )

http://www.jordanintl.com/royalwhiteshrimperboot.html

[Lit]

Fer da mens on da bored... Iff'n ya have big feats... Dese here Keens (http://www.oddball.com/cascades/pdetail/1008749) are a steal...

Big fan of the Keens. Own several of their sandals, shoes and boots. For Fest, I find it essential to have at least a few different pairs of the sandals to rotate, lest you be cursed with the dreaded stinkfoot (cue Zappa...). The toebox is nice, but it sure enhances the stink factor.

[stlbarb]

Big fan of the Keens. Own several of their sandals, shoes and boots. For Fest, I find it essential to have at least a few different pairs of the sandals to rotate, lest you be cursed with the dreaded stinkfoot (cue Zappa...). The toebox is nice, but it sure enhances the stink factor.

yuck! :eek:
luckily, being delicate little flowers, we women never produce disgusting aromas. :p

[Gards]

yuck! :eek:
luckily, being delicate little flowers, we women never produce disgusting aromas. :p

No comment from me on that one.
Allthough I think that it may help to get Mr Diver out of hibernation.

[stlbarb]

No comment from me on that one.
Allthough I think that it may help to get Mr Diver out of hibernation.

'stink bait' - works every time

[Corona]

Chica, how did I know you'd be back on this perennially busy pre-fest thread....;)

Now, can you actually drink and walk in those shoes? Jeez girl, I don't wanna be hauling your butt around the fairgrounds in a wheelchair. As Ross is not coming to Fest this year, we won't be able to hitch a ride on his pimped out golf cart.
lmao, I KNOW! We'll see when I get them but I'm also bringing a pretty pair of black flip flops for when the booze kicks in just to be safe.... :D

[VWGal]

lmao, I KNOW! We'll see when I get them but I'm also bringing a pretty pair of black flip flops for when the booze kicks in just to be safe.... :D

Now there's a real Canajun girl: knows when to dispense with fashion and get down to the comfortable basics. ;)

[pokerchick66]

Is it possible to have plantar fasciitis in just one foot?

[festivalgirl]

Is it possible to have plantar fasciitis in just one foot?

Yes.

[stlbarb]

i'm sure Amy P. is very envious.

[Leni]

Nothing more important than shoes for the Fest. I think crocs are the greatest, especially during rain or threat of rain. I can't believe how comfortable and cool they are. Love the ones you posted. I've never seen those before. The only problem with crocs are that you can slip very easily if you hit a puddle or anything slippery.

[luvdancin]

For those who like the support and lightness of Crocs but still want something like shrimp boots, Crocs now has boots. I took them to Fest last year because I was flying and they are very lightweight to pack in suitcases. Also, I had a heel spur on my right foot and Crocs were about the only flat shoe I could wear. With the "sunshine" we had last year, they came in really handy. The only problem with them was that they did fill with r@!n because they are open at the top. Since I am driving to Fest this year, I will bring my regular r@!inboots that close over at the top. But just a suggestion....

[stlbarb]

i've found another reason to visit Canada

http://www.batashoemuseum.ca/

there's a cable station running a bunch of canadian travel shows this morning.
lots of cool stuff, but i had to share this with my fellow shoe addicts.

[luvdancin]

Looks like a definite destination. However, they would have to frisk me to make sure I didn't take off with any of the exhibits...:eek:

[Corona]

Now there's a real Canajun girl: knows when to dispense with fashion and get down to the comfortable basics. ;)
you got it sister! Priorities :)

Got the shoes in and they ROCK! Totally comfy but high for sure....ended up finding a similar pair of flat sandals to switch off. Paid $13 on ebay for them, new with tags too! I'm all set :)

[funkkjunkie]

Are your new shoes athletic shoes, as in new balance or nike or some such? ;)

[piediscalzo]

I bought a pair of Naot sandals a few years ago when my feet were killing me in Las Vegas and never looked back. They'd be great for Jazz Fest. The Good Feet store on Severn by Breaux Mart has a great selection of Naot. Lots of sandals by Naot and other comfort shoe lines too. Prices are better than what I see at the big online shoe stores with the bonus of shopping local. I just got a flip flop in zebra print with really good support for that type shoe. I'll post pics when I figure out how.

[jolie]

Anyone have anything positive or negative to say about these??
(I'm considering the "Archy Wedge")

http://www.moszkito.com/womensSandals.htm


I really like a flip style and I've been happy with my Chaco flips (will probably get a new pair), but could really use the added arch/back support of a slightly higher heal..

[Phatpapa]

Personally, I think the Archy Crocs in green are sexy :D

[Fred (Texas JF Fanatic)]

crocs makes a pair of flip flops that works for me.

[funkkjunkie]

Those look good for the foot, jolie. It's amazing what a higher heel can do for the feet.
pie, i'm a naot girl too--at night. During the day i have to have my new balance tennies so I can survive the nights! I HATE having to wear a closed up shoe at the fairgrounds, but the tradeoff on how great my feet feel at the end of the day makes it all worth it.
papa, green is sexy, eh?! Does it remind you of a mama gator? :D

[jolie]

Personally, I think the Archy Crocs in green are sexy :D

I prefer the Green in the wedge, but I agree the green of the croc would look much nicer on you:)

[jolie]

Those look good for the foot, jolie. It's amazing what a higher heel can do for the feet.
pie, i'm a naot girl too--at night. During the day i have to have my new balance tennies so I can survive the nights! I HATE having to wear a closed up shoe at the fairgrounds, but the tradeoff on how great my feet feel at the end of the day makes it all worth it.
papa, green is sexy, eh?! Does it remind you of a mama gator? :D

I hear ya on the wedge heels at night, specially when ya standing around on concrete and not moving alot. But I have the same problem at fest.. okay when i'm walking and moving.. not so much when I'm just standing around

[piediscalzo]

Funny you posted this right after I posted. My husband and I own the Good Feet Store in Metairie and I almost added Moszkitos to my last post. We had a customer today, who told us to get on here and let people know what we have. Once I figure out how to add pictures I will. They are awesome shoes for jazz fest and we picked them up for our store last week. We have the Archy Wedge in Light Brown Croc if you want to try it on, it's in the store. They are really cute and as comfy as any flip flops I've ever seen. A friend was with me when we got them in and she bought a pair immediately and wore them while we walked around NOMA and the sculpture garden.

[piediscalzo]

Oh and Jolie, as an added bonus, the fabric between the toes is really soft and comfy. that's the thing I usually hate about flip flops.

[jolie]

Funny you posted this right after I posted. My husband and I own the Good Feet Store in Metairie and I almost added Moszkitos to my last post. We had a customer today, who told us to get on here and let people know what we have. Once I figure out how to add pictures I will. They are awesome shoes for jazz fest and we picked them up for our store last week. We have the Archy Wedge in Light Brown Croc if you want to try it on, it's in the store. They are really cute and as comfy as any flip flops I've ever seen. A friend was with me when we got them in and she bought a pair immediately and wore them while we walked around NOMA and the sculpture garden.


That's good to know.. don't know how soon I'll be in Metairie, but would love to be able to try them before I buy them..

Meanwhile there is a Good Feet near in Slidell?? any connection?

[piediscalzo]

There used to be a Good Feet in Slidell, it's become a casualty of this economy :-( . We have closed two stores and added a lot of inventory in Metairie and Baton Rouge. Just trying to get some better priced options that are still quality comfort. Are you in Slidell? We also live on the Northshore, maybe we can work something out.

[jolie]

There used to be a Good Feet in Slidell, it's become a casualty of this economy :-( . We have closed two stores and added a lot of inventory in Metairie and Baton Rouge. Just trying to get some better priced options that are still quality comfort. Are you in Slidell? We also live on the Northshore, maybe we can work something out.

I'm in Lacombe, size 9.. you make house calls? JK

[Tivia]

I'm in Lacombe, size 9.. you make house calls? JK

Holy Smokes Here Kids...this might be a hook up??;)

[sophisticated sissy]

We had a Good Feet store here in NE Cincy. Closed up, too. I guess the chain expanded too rapidly.

[Corona]

Anyone have anything positive or negative to say about these??
(I'm considering the "Archy Wedge")

http://www.moszkito.com/womensSandals.htm


I really like a flip style and I've been happy with my Chaco flips (will probably get a new pair), but could really use the added arch/back support of a slightly higher heal..
I love my chaco flips...have 2 pair and wear them constantly during fest. The arch support is fantastic huh Jolie?

[Corona]

Are your new shoes athletic shoes, as in new balance or nike or some such? ;)
lol...you talkin' to me? ;)

[funkkjunkie]

Well, yeah, corona, I am. :p

[Lostcajun]

sometimes I'm in favor of shoes and sometimes not!

[stlbarb]

tone your legs while you walk? check them out with the link below.
but they aint cheap.

http://www.endless.com/s/ref=pe_36700_11805060_pe_end_emFitFlop/?brands=Fitflop

[sharon_loves_fats]

tone your legs while you walk? check them out with the link below.
but they aint cheap.

http://www.endless.com/s/ref=pe_36700_11805060_pe_end_emFitFlop/?brands=Fitflop

I was tempted by these when I went flip flop shopping a couple weeks ago, but didn't want to spend that much money. I'm curious, anyone tried them out yet?

[Lostcajun]

I say a human being in high heels once, not sure if the person was a he or a she....

[Lostcajun]

I mean walking around the fairgrounds....

[sophisticated sissy]

Well, they do give you a nice leg, but for puddle jumpin'? Not so good.

[2ndLiner]

Looking forward to walking through fragrant fest mud, I started anew my quest for footwear. I found lightweight PVC knee high shoe cover boots with non-skid soles: HazMat boots! They are bright yellow, and I love them.
You can buy them at:

http://tinyurl.com/dka63y

[stlbarb]

Looking forward to walking through fragrant fest mud, I started anew my quest for footwear. I found lightweight PVC knee high shoe cover boots with non-skid soles: HazMat boots! They are bright yellow, and I love them.
You can buy them at:

http://tinyurl.com/dka63y

perfect. you should buy several dozen and use them as lagnaippes.

[Rossvegas]

Once again, as a public service to my fellow male Threadheads, please remember to lift your poncho before you pee. I'm just sayin'....

[stlbarb]

Once again, as a public service to my fellow male Threadheads, please remember to lift your poncho before you pee. I'm just sayin'....

you named yours 'Poncho'?

[Belle]

you named yours 'Poncho'?


Better than Speedy Gonzales!

[stlbarb]

Better than Speedy Gonzales!

i remember an an old comic with Might Mouse sitting on the side of the bed, looking very dejected., his girlfriend under the covers.
caption: sometimes its better NOT to be faster than a speeding bullet

[Rossvegas]

i remember an an old comic with Might Mouse sitting on the side of the bed, looking very dejected., his girlfriend under the covers.
caption: sometimes its better NOT to be faster than a speeding bullet

Hey, we superheroes have things to do, places to be. It isn't always about you, Barb! :rolleyes:

[Staxsun]

Hey, we superheroes have things to do, places to be. It isn't always about you, Barb! :rolleyes:

Yeah, what he said! At least we're more powerful than a locomotive!

[Belle]

Yeah, what he said! At least we're more powerful than a locomotive!

:D

[stlbarb]

Hey, we superheroes have things to do, places to be. It isn't always about you, Barb! :rolleyes:

a little kryptonite in the condom ought to slow you down. :p

but dont want to use too much kryptonite or it will be not-tonite. :rolleyes:

[luvwarmth]

I love my Keen's Venice H2s. They worked perfectly in all the rain and mud last year. This year I will also be bringing a pair of LL Bean trekker sandals. They look just like the Keen's but are less than half the price.

[stlbarb]

i just came across these and know nothing of the brand, so i brought it to the experts.

http://www.shoebuy.com/propet-womens-sandals.htm

[pokerchick66]

It's time for me some new Tevas since I have almost worn a hole in my old ones. There's three I really like but can't decide! So I decided to take it to Threadhead nation for a vote. The three choices are shown below and I won't tell you which ones I'm leaning towards. :)



http://www.shoebuy.com/pi/decke/decke303291_166732_jb.jpg

http://www.shoebuy.com/pi/decke/decke303291_194651_jb.jpg

http://www.shoebuy.com/pi/decke/decke303291_194652_jb.jpg

[rowEn]

I can narrow it down to the top or bottom pair. Can't decide between those two.

[pokerchick66]

I can narrow it down to the top or bottom pair. Can't decide between those two.

See what I mean? It's a tough one!

[rowEn]

See what I mean? It's a tough one!

OK, gun pointed at my head decision would be the palm trees, as they are almost too cute to pass up! Cant you buy both??

[pokerchick66]

OK, gun pointed at my head decision would be the palm trees, as they are almost too cute to pass up! Cant you buy both??

The palm trees are cute but I also like the puka shells, too. The official name is Hawaiian sunset puka shells. The other pair are called Blue palm trees, lol.

[snookums]

you can never go wrong with anything with purple!

[ABITAGIRL1]

I vote on the top pair too!
I went on Zappos.com today at 1am and picked out five pairs of sandals, I'll send the four I don't like best back! I like the Minnetonka sandals a lot - really comfy and durable, I bet I will end up with one of those again. I didn't know they had clothing on there. I picked out a really cute looking/festy dress! Same deal as shoes, free shipping/free returns so I've got nothing to lose.

[pokerchick66]

I did further research and I think the purple win by default cuz the other two only have the cute design on one side! How weird is that? I was really liking the puka shells, too. :(

[rowEn]

I did further research and I think the purple win by default cuz the other two only have the cute design on one side! How weird is that? I was really liking the puka shells, too. :(

I would have to go with the purple as well. The lack of symmetry would eventually drive me batty!

[pokerchick66]

I would have to go with the purple as well. The lack of symmetry would eventually drive me batty!

I know! What is up with that? What were they thinking? I guess I'm going with Neptune Purple, lol. They are cheaper than the other two, too. Okay, going to make the plunge . . . thanks for your help, Rowen!

[Lit]

Bump for Benny

[bennyboy]

every year needs it's own shoe thread in my opinion....

[goodabouthood]

I usually bring my oldest pair of dancing shoes (aka puma's) so that no matter what condition they're in at the end of the weekend, I can just toss em in the hotel trash...next year: repeat. Works out well.

[Festngator]

spamolot bump