# Tell me about your shoes **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [August 22, 2001, 3:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556 "2001-08-22T15:41:11Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![BunnyGirl](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/22d042/32.png) [@BunnyGirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BunnyGirl)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/41 "2001-08-22T19:28:15Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Persephone \* > > \*\*I was with **BunnyGirl** when she purchased these boots. Oh man, that was a trip and a half. I do not remember how many times we visited the Bass outlet before she finally snapped and bought them. They are amazing boots, though. And they look good on her. 😃 \*\* And I’m expecting your attendance at this year’s Great **Bunny** Birthday Shopping Event where I will once again be on the lookout for a cool pair of shoes. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Myrr21](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/e495f1/32.png) [@Myrr21](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Myrr21)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 7:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/42 "2001-08-22T19:28:54Z")
I once had the shoes of a dead drug dealer. Nicest pair of shoes I’ve ever owned 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Silver\_Fire](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/a88e4f/32.png) [@Silver\_Fire](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Silver_Fire)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 7:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/43 "2001-08-22T19:53:53Z")
I have a few pairs of Lugz, a few pairs of KSwiss, a few pairs of DocMartens, a few pairs of DCs, some Adidas… All told, I own 50-60 pairs of shoes, most of which I only wore one time before realizing that I hate them. I used to buy a new pair every payday. Same with socks. ---
**Author:** ![Diane](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/2acd7d/32.png) [@Diane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diane)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 7:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/44 "2001-08-22T19:54:03Z")
I’ll prolly get kicked out of the Wimmin’s Club for admitting it, but I don’t really like shoes at all. I am barefoot as much as possible, even at my office, so I tend to wear shoes that I can slip off at the first opportunity. I get the creepy-crawlies when my toes touch! I have to be able to move them around and spread apart if they get too close to each other. Ewwwwww - toes smashed together. . . . . :::shiver::: I just have the necessities: Strappy sandals for summer (white, tan, black). Good for toe wiggling. Pumps for work (white, tan, black). They come off the minute I hit my desk. Black ankle boots Hiking boots - Well worn and no toe touching thanks to the wide toe area. A pair of pink shoes that are a cross between tennis shoes and clogs - easy to slip off. My green stained lawn mowing sneakers White sneakers I wear with shorts An old pair of horse poop encrusted cowboy boots - Ick, MAJOR toe touching. Three or four pairs of 4 ½ inch spiked heels (one even in leopard print) that an old boyfriend with a shoe fetish bought for me years ago. I never wear them for fear of breaking my neck - and my toes touch. :::shiver::: Umm. . . I think that is all. I dunno. ---
**Author:** ![Persephone](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/ecc23a/32.png) [@Persephone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Persephone)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 7:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/45 "2001-08-22T19:56:07Z")
**Bunny:** heh. I’m _so_ there! Maybe we can go halvsies on some wing-tips for **UncleBeer**. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Diane](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/2acd7d/32.png) [@Diane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diane)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 7:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/46 "2001-08-22T19:57:35Z")
Oops, I forgot my pair of Nikes that I wear to the health club and aerobic classes. ---
**Author:** ![Diane](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/2acd7d/32.png) [@Diane](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diane)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/47 "2001-08-22T20:02:28Z")
Oops, I forgot my two pairs of Nikes that I wear to the health club and aerobic classes. I also can’t believe I forgot to mention my Elaine Bennis shoes. Remember the black and white wing-tips from a couple of Seinfeld episodes? Not only do I have the same shoes, I also have them in maroon and black. I love them. Oh, and my Planet Hollywood high-tops. And my $5.00 pink and purple flip-flops. Really, I hate shoes! I think. ---
**Author:** ![Tripler](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tripler/32/21807_2.png) [@Tripler](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tripler)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/48 "2001-08-22T20:08:24Z")
Shoes: 1 pr. black steel-toed, leather and canvas (currently wearing) 1 pr. brown Rockport loafer things, for dress 1 pr. white Nike running shoes, for running 1 pr. brown/black Eddie Bauer sandals (usu. worn as much as possible) 1 pr. tan steel-toed boots, leather 1 pr. black/white Bauer 3000 hockey skates (usu. worn Wednesday nights, 9:PM local) That’s all I got, that’s all I need . . . Tripler But I have socks out my ass. . . ---
**Author:** ![BunnyGirl](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/22d042/32.png) [@BunnyGirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BunnyGirl)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/49 "2001-08-22T20:10:48Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Persephone \* > \*\ ***Bunny:** heh. I’m _so_ there! Maybe we can go halvsies on some wing-tips for **UncleBeer**. 😃 \*\* Excellent! Let’s start planning. So, **Uncle** , what size did you say you wore again? And how could I forget my clogs: I have two pair: one pair of blue/denim colored leather Naturalizer ones and a pair of black suede flat-soled Naturalizers. Ahhh, comfort! ---
**Author:** ![bughunter](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/aeb1de/32.png) [@bughunter](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bughunter)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/50 "2001-08-22T20:28:16Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Waverly \* > **Freud always believed shoes symbolized the female genitals. My diagnosis is now _sex obsession with lack of sufficient outlet_.** Hmm… well I’m obsessed with sex but have only two pairs of shoes: white sneakers and black dress shoes. (OK, three if you count the Tevas, but I only wear those to the pool or beach.) I guess my outlets are sufficient! 😃 ---
**Author:** ![UncleBeer](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/977dab/32.png) [@UncleBeer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UncleBeer)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/51 "2001-08-22T20:34:30Z")
> [@](#): > > some wing-tips for UncleBeer. Wingtips? I’m rather partial to cap toes. ---
**Author:** ![The\_Witch](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/8e7dd6/32.png) [@The\_Witch](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Witch)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/52 "2001-08-22T20:41:47Z")
Wow. Who are you guys? I am totally with you **Mauvaise**. It’s function over form for me–dare I say it–sensible shoes all the way. I own 4 pairs if you count my snowboots. Easy Spirit black microfiber pumps for all formal and informal occasions. Doc Marten sandals for all informal occasions when I want to admire my purty toenails. Athletic shoes (cross-trainers for multi-tasking). Doc Marten snow boots. The I buy my shoes is so my feet and legs are comfortable. I also pick them so I don’t have to do a damn thing to them other than wear them. I also tread lightly and evenly so the bottoms won’t wear out, requiring me to buy a new pair. I might splurge and buy some rubber-soled clogs this year though. Easy to stand in for long periods. After reading this thread, I’m feeling a bit inadequate. Or maybe I’m emotionally withholding from all of you–taunting you with my cavalier shoe attitude! :eek: ---
**Author:** ![Scylla](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/a5b964/32.png) [@Scylla](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Scylla)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/53 "2001-08-22T20:47:08Z")
The other thing about my cowboy boots is they give me command over both time and space. They move in a geometric progression when I want them too so that each stride is twice as long as the previous stride. Give me enough warm up space and I can span the earth in a single pace. They also enable me to make use of the Temporal Fugue discipline. I can summon past and future versions of myself into the present (if they’re wearing the boots,) to help me out. (Get that reference) ---
**Author:** ![BunnyGirl](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/22d042/32.png) [@BunnyGirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BunnyGirl)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 8:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/54 "2001-08-22T20:50:17Z")
> [@](#): > > \*Originally posted by Scylla \* > \*\*The other thing about my cowboy boots is they give me command over both time and space. > > They move in a geometric progression when I want them too so that each stride is twice as long as the previous stride. > > Give me enough warm up space and I can span the earth in a single pace. > > They also enable me to make use of the Temporal Fugue discipline. I can summon past and future versions of myself into the present (if they’re wearing the boots,) to help me out. > > (Get that reference) \*\* Sounds like something from one of Piers Anthony’s Incarnation Series books. Great series, BTW. I was thinking of the Six League Boots out of the old fairy tale. ---
**Author:** ![Sophie](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/35a633/32.png) [@Sophie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sophie)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 9:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/55 "2001-08-22T21:01:22Z")
I shall not bore you all with my long list. I will merely add that I have a great new respect for **Bunnygirl and alice**. Preferred footwear for men: boots of any kind, but cowboy boots are the sexiest. My favorite paif of shoes: black and white snakeskin, three and a half inch heel, buckle strap around the ankle. It makes me hungry just thinking about it. ---
**Author:** ![Jane\_D\_oh](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/839c29/32.png) [@Jane\_D\_oh](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jane_D_oh)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 9:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/56 "2001-08-22T21:02:34Z")
Yes, I am known for my shoe collection. I NEVER wear my work shoes outside. I will not ruin the heels by walking on cement. At my desk right now: The birki’s I wore to work 2 pr beige pumps 1 pr purple suede pumps (soooo cool) 1 pr brown suede pumps At home: spare pair of birki’s black pumps suede black pumps leather Sketcher’s (backless, kinda clog like) Reebok real walking shoes black suede sandals Dr. Schol’s sandals 1 more beige pumps (I gotta toss 'em but I just can’t yet.) In storage I just can’t remember, I’m sure some blue pumps and some high top goin out slummin’ sneaks. Ah, well… ---
**Author:** ![Sultan\_Kinkari](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/7bcc69/32.png) [@Sultan\_Kinkari](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sultan_Kinkari)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 9:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/57 "2001-08-22T21:04:50Z")
5 pair Puma casual/indoor soccer shoes 1 pair Bally square toe dress shoes 1 pair Johnston & Murphy wing tips 2 pair Reef flip flops 3 pair Adidas Rod Laver ---
**Author:** ![x27](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/x/7993a0/32.png) [@x27](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/x27)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 9:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/58 "2001-08-22T21:20:38Z")
Scylla, I have a crush on you. I like shoes, but I like shoe effecincy even better. I like to have Perfect shoes (good price-expensive is okay, but they have to be worth it-, makes my feet and legs look beautiful, goes with everything, well made) which will sometimes take the whole season to find- like last summers’ baby blue faille and princess wood soled thongs. If I find something that is wonderful, I sometimes buy it again when the first pair wears out. I have two pairs of nude sky-scraper Candies, for instance. Shoes don’t have to be expensive. I have worn red flip flops from Old Navy ($3.50) every day this summer. (New pair waiting in the closet for next summer- planning ahead, this time!) I like bare nude colored high heeled sandals, buy them over and over. I don’t think anything is sexier, and they go with every color dress (even black). Knee high black boots, too. I buy a pair of these every winter or so, they are effeciency itself. Great with pants, great with skirts. (Great with patent leather hot-pants.) I bought biker boots last winter that I love. In getting it down to the bare-bones art, I actually only buy (mistakes don’t count, and they are few, anyway) nude sandals, boots, thongs. I don’t think I own one pair of shoe type shoes. I have three pair of Manolo Blahniks that I love. Black satin mules, camel suede pumps, mouse suede sling backs. I don’t wear them much any more, but they are beautiful. He really makes the most comfortable stilletoes ever. Manolos are pretty erotic shoes. I do have a pair of blue Nikes that are pretty cute. ---
**Author:** ![pezpunk](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/7ea924/32.png) [@pezpunk](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/pezpunk)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 9:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/59 "2001-08-22T21:28:46Z")
lets see. 1 pair black puma sneaks 2 pair (black/blue) skechers sneaks 1 pair skechers (doc marten) rip offs for work use 1 pair skechers (kenneth cole) rip offs for weddings and such 1 pair skechers brown slide ons for work (funky!) 1 pair skechers sandals for walkin the dog and such 1 pair puma slide on sandals (look like sneaks without a back) Looking over my list, I think I should ask skechers for a sponsership. ---
**Author:** ![Q.N.Jones](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/q/3da27b/32.png) [@Q.N.Jones](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Q.N.Jones)\ **Post date:** [August 22, 2001, 10:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556/60 "2001-08-22T22:06:19Z")
Umm… 1 pair Nike sneakers 1 pair Timberland hiking boots 1 pair leather moccasins from L.L. Bean 2 pairs Eddie Bauer leather ankle-strap sandals (black and brown) 1 pair Eddie Bauer black leather slides 1 pair Eddie Bauer black leather ballet flats with thick soles 1 pair strappy ivory sandals 3 pairs Talbots flats (ivory, taupe, ink) 2 pairs Etienne Aigner flats (navy, black) 1 pair black leather moccasin-style loafers I have more black shoes than any one person needs. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556.md?page=2) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-your-shoes/77556.md?page=4)