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Post by KelleeM on Aug 7, 2015 16:30:13 GMT
  I just bought these two pairs of shoes. They are very comfortable. I'm 53 and dress very casually for work...think jeans and plain solid colored t-shirts. Will I look stupid wearingch these?? Honesty is appreciated. The shoes are Clark's and were way more than I usually spend on footwear. Sneakers are Keens. I can handle brutal honesty  Update: Well, the $100+ price tag on the Clark's kept nagging at me. I opted to return them. I ordered a pair of blue "snakeskin" loafers and a pair of slip on Sketchers for $25 less from Famous...they had buy one get one half off, 15% off and free shipping. I'm loving the Keens! |
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Post by gsquaredmom on Aug 7, 2015 16:35:31 GMT
I like them.
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Post by valleyview on Aug 7, 2015 16:38:15 GMT
I like them, but I'm older than you. I'm discovering that comfort is pretty important, and that feet need comfort. For a casual work environment, those seem like good choices.
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Post by red88 on Aug 7, 2015 16:38:48 GMT
Stupid? Heck no! Go for it, they are cute, fun & comfortable! Win Win  |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2015 16:40:08 GMT
I love the first pair, I wear shoes like that all the time with skinny jeans for shopping and such. The second pair I don't like at all, they look very mannish to me but I'm a bit silly with shoes, I always go for style over comfort (yeah my feet will hate me in a few years!).
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Post by peano on Aug 7, 2015 16:41:23 GMT
I'm 56 and I'd wear those Keens in a hot minute. The second are just not my style and read "old lady sensible shoe" to me (ouch, sorry)
I think shoes, more than clothes are fairly ageless and there's really not too much a 25 year old can wear than a 50 year old can't. There's a whole world of fashion blogs geared toward the 40 and over set that I've enjoyed reading over the past year or so.
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Post by KelleeM on Aug 7, 2015 16:47:25 GMT
I think the Clark's look a bit mannish and old too! I have wide feet and have to wear closed toe, closed heel and under 2 inch heel for work. Doesn't leave tons of options unfortunately. I went to a great shoe store and the saleswoman had the patience of a saint.
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Post by oaksong on Aug 7, 2015 16:50:07 GMT
The Keens are really cute. Might have to get a pair of those. "Old lady sensible" is a good description of the Clarks. I like the detail on yours. I have some that are similar and I wear them anyway, because I am an old lady, and I'm sensible.  |
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Post by anonrefugee on Aug 7, 2015 16:53:08 GMT
I have a previous year of those Keens. I love them with cuffed jeans and cardigans. Id probably look better without the white toe, but they're so comfortable. DH says it's a good look and my teen boys approve.
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Post by peasquared on Aug 7, 2015 16:56:27 GMT
I have a pair of Keen's just like those, only red. I love them!!
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Post by marimoose on Aug 7, 2015 16:58:40 GMT
I love the first pair, I wear shoes like that all the time with skinny jeans for shopping and such. The second pair I don't like at all, they look very mannish to me but I'm a bit silly with shoes, I always go for style over comfort (yeah my feet will hate me in a few years!). I agree with what Lainey said but I will say that the Clarks look very well made and comfortable, have great reviews, so if they meet your work requirements and they make your feet comfy, then you have made a good choice. You can skimp on a lot of things but not shoes. Feet are important always. |
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Post by georgiapea on Aug 7, 2015 17:11:48 GMT
I would wear the tennies and have shoes very like the leather ones. Those do encase the foot more than I like, I'd prefer them as mules. And I've got over 20 years on you.
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Post by Spongemom Scrappants on Aug 7, 2015 17:33:28 GMT
I agree. And like lainey I tend to emphasize fashion over comfort with my shoes. I don't like the second pair style-wise, but given what you've described about the requirements for your footwear at work, they seem to be a good choice for you. |
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Post by gorgeouskid on Aug 7, 2015 17:34:20 GMT
I'm 40 something and I like both...
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Post by miss_lizzie on Aug 7, 2015 17:42:05 GMT
I love the second pair! Maybe it's because I live in the Merrell Jungle Mocs. If they're comfortable and make you feel good, wear them!
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Post by anniefb on Aug 7, 2015 17:42:44 GMT
I love Clarks shoes and have several pairs. I like both and would definitely wear them.
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Post by paigepea on Aug 7, 2015 17:46:41 GMT
I'm 40 and mostly wear Clarks, but the ones you picked don't do it for me. I think they make more stylish looking shoes that would look better on a woman.
Keens are cute
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Post by caro on Aug 7, 2015 18:11:04 GMT
Both are very cute. I love Clark's.
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Post by mikklynn on Aug 7, 2015 18:18:18 GMT
I'm 56 and I'd wear those Keens in a hot minute. The second are just not my style and read "old lady sensible shoe" to me (ouch, sorry) I think shoes, more than clothes are fairly ageless and there's really not too much a 25 year old can wear than a 50 year old can't. There's a whole world of fashion blogs geared toward the 40 and over set that I've enjoyed reading over the past year or so. I'm 57 and agree with peano. I love the Keens, don't love the Clarks. I do love Clarks in general, because they are comfortable. All the years of high heels have caught up with me and I have trouble with my feet if I don't wear good shoes. I would say the Clarks are OK for running to the grocery store. I wear some clog type things for errands, especially in the winter. |
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Post by janeinbama on Aug 7, 2015 18:20:33 GMT
I am older than you and would wear the Clarks - with jeans they look like boots. Keens look to flat for me. My feet just hurt so comfort trumps style every time.
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Post by kate on Aug 7, 2015 18:22:04 GMT
Call me the odd bird - I would probably not wear the Keens (I don't dislike them, but they're not something I'd wear), but I love the Clarks. I wouldn't wear them with a skirt or anything, but with casual pants? Yes! I'm in my 40's, FWIW.
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Post by JoP on Aug 7, 2015 18:23:20 GMT
KelleeMI'd love to be able to wear the Keens but can't  The Clarks I don't like so much. I'm in my 50's and have to go for comfort I'm currently wearing these Hotter shoes in red www.hotter.com/gb/en/lulu-shoes
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Post by malibou on Aug 7, 2015 18:29:58 GMT
I have those Clarks and I turn 51 in a few days. I wear mine with jeans, and people always ask if they are boots? They are very comfy. I like the way the toe turns up.
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Post by amom23 on Aug 7, 2015 19:27:35 GMT
Those Keens are super cute, but the Clarks not so much. Sorry, but I like Clarks and think you could find a more stylish pair.
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Post by KelleeM on Aug 7, 2015 19:41:50 GMT
Those Keens are super cute, but the Clarks not so much. Sorry, but I like Clarks and think you could find a more stylish pair. I really appreciate all of your comments... I'm sure there are much more stylish Clark's. I actually own one pair that are much prettier than these. My problem is the closed toe/heel thing at work. I was afraid I'd made a huge mistake and would look foolish wearing either of these. The always helpful and ever diverse Peas have convinced me that I won't! Thanks!! |
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Post by jayfab on Aug 7, 2015 19:57:39 GMT
I love Keen, I would probably wear those depending on the arch. I actually have a Clark very similar to those, probably an earlier version. Other than running big I like them, they are very comfy. I don't think they look bad with pants/jeans at all. I'm old, 57, and have achy feet so comfort is my main requirement.
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Post by tuesdaysgone on Aug 7, 2015 20:03:36 GMT
I'm 51 and just discovered Clarks in the last year. What a difference they make! I'm on my feet a lot at work and they are so comfortable.
I don't even balk at the prices anymore. You get what you pay for and you will get a lot of wear from them.
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Post by belgravia on Aug 7, 2015 20:15:53 GMT
The first pair are cute ish. They look a bit like converse, which I love. The second pair....no. Just no. Box those suckers up and return them. You can do much better!
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Post by anniebygaslight on Aug 7, 2015 20:16:19 GMT
Both look nice to me. I'd wear them.
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Post by tincin on Aug 8, 2015 1:37:33 GMT
I actually own the second pair and wore them completely out because they were so comfortable.
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