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Post by M~ on Jun 29, 2014 5:22:49 GMT
So I've been looking for the "perfect" pair of flats. I usually wear either loafers or wedges (usually black) to work when I wear slacks (lately I've been wearing jeans) so I wanted to buy some flats. I've discovered either that my feet are severely malformed or flats are the hardest freaking type of shoe to find a good fit! I mean, I've tried many, many pairs, different brands, expensive to cheap, and none of them fit "right." They are either too wide and my feet just flop out of the damned shoe, too "long" so most of my toes show (which I hate) or they are like torture devices from the inquisition.
What's up with this?
I ended up buying a pair of oxfords because I wanted something dressier than sneakers (and God knows I have tons of those) to wear with jeans but not "dressy dressy" like my wedges and haven't found a nice pair of flats that actually fit.
What's your "I'd love to wear it but it just never fits right," shoe?
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Post by JoP on Jun 29, 2014 5:31:32 GMT
Flats here as well - I can never get a pair to stay on grrrr I walk right out of them  I have recently started buying Hotter shoes - expensive but like walking on clouds, the ones I have also have a strap to keep them on!  |
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Post by gale w on Jun 29, 2014 5:40:19 GMT
Try Skechers Go-Walk shoes.
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Post by joylynaroundthebnd on Jun 29, 2014 5:41:22 GMT
It is so hard for me to find comfortable shoes. I have wide feet, fallen arches and gout. Most flats will not work for me. I also miss wearing high heels.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Jun 29, 2014 12:55:32 GMT
Rounded toe or super pointy toe never fit me.
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Post by Patter on Jun 29, 2014 12:57:52 GMT
I have a tiny foot so finding any shoe is hard for me. I mostly wear Alegria's (kid sizes or a 35). They seem to work best for me as well as Dansko's or Sanita's for the winter.
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Post by jayfab on Jun 29, 2014 13:30:32 GMT
Ugh, I have the same problem with flats. Frustrating.
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Post by Jili on Jun 29, 2014 13:33:35 GMT
Try Bernie Mev flats. I have a pair in the Mary Jane style which I love, but they also sell a regular flat. So, so comfortable--and most flats really hurt my feet.
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Post by peajays on Jun 29, 2014 13:33:57 GMT
I have the same problem, I have a skinnier heel, and I'm always walking out of them! And I don't like the toe cleavage thing either
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Post by tiffanytwisted on Jun 29, 2014 13:35:17 GMT
Pretty much all shoes.
I have so-so balance and relatively small ankles for the large woman I am, so high heels are a trip to the ER waiting to happen.
I love flats, but I can't seem to find a pair that doesn't rub my baby toe, feel like I'm walking on a bed of nails or give me a blister on the back of my ankle.
Even flip flops start to hurt me after a while.
Right now I live in Crocs (but wouldn't leave the house in them) & sneakers, but that doesn't really work all the time, so I'm pretty much screwed . . .
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Post by hop2 on Jun 29, 2014 14:00:04 GMT
You just have to search. Merrill's and Clark's were recommended by peas but feel awful on me. You just have to find what right for you. Like the princes search for Cinderella in reverse (I girl hundreds I shoes ) lol
I stop in 2 or three warehouse shoe stores nearish to me twice a year and just try on everything that I can til I find one. Then I buy it. Then wear it for a week. If it works I order other colors and/or pick them up.
I have at least 10 pair of various sketchers in the last 5 years. Some of them seem to be built for my foot. From the go walk to the sandals to the fur lines clog things with a think but flat boot like sole, I live in sketchers. But not all sketchers are right for me, some have the front cut way low and that hurts my toes knuckles. Lol When I find a pair that is comfortable for me I often buy 2 colors.
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Post by tiffanytwisted on Jun 29, 2014 14:49:22 GMT
You are exactly right. My sister & I were talking about this just last nite. We never think to do that. Even w/clothes - if you buy a top or pair of jeans and love it, run back to the store and buy it in every color. Chances are slim that you'll wear the shirt in front of the same people. And even if you do, do you really think anyone will remember? Definitely taking your suggestion about visiting the shoe warehouse twice a year.  |
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Post by cropaholicnora on Jun 29, 2014 14:55:51 GMT
Even w/clothes - if you buy a top or pair of jeans and love it, run back to the store and buy it in every color. I do that all the time. Sometimes it's so hard to find something that I like much less love, so when I do find something I love I go a little crazy. Lol |
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Post by M~ on Jun 29, 2014 15:17:30 GMT
You just have to search. I stop in 2 or three warehouse shoe stores nearish to me twice a year and just try on everything that I can til I find one. Then I buy it. Then wear it for a week. If it works I order other colors and/or pick them up. I do this. I also am well-acquainted with Zappos return.
I dunno. Flats look so cute and stylish. I get tired of wearing jeans with sneakers and get tired of wearing loafers or wedges. Maybe my foot is not "flat friendly."
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Post by CeeScraps on Jun 29, 2014 16:35:07 GMT
I have a heck of a time with flats. I broke my big toe a gazillion years ago so that bone is huge. The flats usually cut into that bone. I don't recall what the shoe dude called that part of the shoe that does that to me, but there is a name for it.
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Post by paget on Jun 29, 2014 16:41:38 GMT
I can't do flats at all because of the walking out thing, the uncomfortable thing, and mostly because I have to wear some sort of toe sock or peds because otherwise my feet sweat something awful and then smell. I have never been able to get a ped to work in a flat. Even if I get it to be unnoticeable, after walking a bit it will creep up the sides or stick out the front. Ugh. Impossible. I just do loafer/moccasin style shoes and boots for work and then flip flops and converse the rest of the time.
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Post by SockMonkey on Jun 29, 2014 16:43:18 GMT
I have this weird love/hate with wedges. I think they're SO cute, but every time I try them on I feel like I look like a T-Rex stomping around with my short little arms and my huge hamhock legs and weird T-Rex feet.
I don't get it, either.
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Post by Laura in OK on Jun 29, 2014 16:58:53 GMT
I'm the same way as others...if I like it, whether it's clothes or shoes, I buy multiples. I've got the same t shirt in my closet in about 5 different colors!
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Post by momofkandn on Jun 29, 2014 17:08:08 GMT
I have a bunion on one foot so I always have to buy a bigger or wider shoe. But then the shoe slips off the other foot. I use insoles to keep the shoe from slipping. I like Foot Petals and buy them from Zappos when I buy the shoes. The other trick I've heard is to spray your foot that's slipping with hairspray before putting them on. It makes your foot sticky and stops the slipping. And then finally, I always make sure to buy high quality leather shoes. The leather is softer and it stretches and conforms to my foot much better than cheap shoes.
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Post by scrapmaven on Jun 29, 2014 17:08:59 GMT
I would love to be able to wear sandals and shoes w/o a back strap w/shorts or capris. Unfortunately, I need the arch support and I can't wear anything btwn my toes. So, I'm left w/big ugly sneakers! I feel matronly. I'll be watching this thread w/interest.
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Post by M~ on Jun 30, 2014 2:03:08 GMT
I have this weird love/hate with wedges. I think they're SO cute, but every time I try them on I feel like I look like a T-Rex stomping around with my short little arms and my huge hamhock legs and weird T-Rex feet. I don't get it, either.This literally made me snort. I LOVE wedges. I can't do traditional heels but I can swish with the best of them in Wedges. I suppose not being able to fit into flats is not the worst thing in the world--I just find that flats are so girly and cute and well, on some girls they look hot. |
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Post by TankTop on Jun 30, 2014 2:09:15 GMT
Ugh.... I hate my feet. If I could have free plastic surgery I would choose my feet.
I can't ever find flats, dressy heels, or tennis shoes. My feet are wide and flat.
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Post by caro on Jun 30, 2014 2:23:54 GMT
I love shoes, any shoes except heels and wedges. Right now I 'm wearing Clark's flip flop that has support. I need to buy several more pairs.
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Post by moodyblue on Jun 30, 2014 2:25:04 GMT
I love shoes, and I have a ton of them.
i don't really have "flats" though, especially like the ballet-type flats that are so popular. I have had surgery on my left foot, for arthritis in the joint at the base of my big toe, so it's a little wider than the right. It's also a little more sensitive and tends to be "puffer" than my right foot, so any shoe that cuts right across that area can get uncomfortable very quickly. I also have a high instep, so shoes that are cut for someone with a flatter top of the foot area don't usually fit at all.
Have you considered Sperry Top-siders? There are lots of styles, and tons of colors, including ones with bling (I have black with black sequins). They have ones with very thin flat soles, and others with more support and padding. And lots of them can be adjusted to fit better because of the lacing that goes all around.
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Post by Anita on Jun 30, 2014 2:27:31 GMT
I just cannot do heels. I have stupidly high arches, so I already feel as if I'm constantly balancing between the heel and toes. Raising my heel throws everything off. It ticks me off because heels are so pretty.
I have also never been able to wear those ballet flats. They give me horrible foot cramps. So do flip flops.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2014 7:06:53 GMT
I can wear any shoes except wedges, I have some weird balance issues with them and wobble on every step!
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Post by Sorrel on Jun 30, 2014 7:48:41 GMT
I have never found a ballet flat that didn't hurt. I LOVE Clark's- they have lots of cute stylish flats that are comfortable. I am also obsessed with Trippen shoes, but they are really expensive.
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Post by fkawitchypea on Jun 30, 2014 11:23:14 GMT
I love Cole Haan ballet flats. They have Nike Air insoles so they are incredibly comfortable. I buy them in the outlets, because they are somewhat pricey for ballet flats (about $125-$150). But SOOOOOO worth it!
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Post by camcas on Jun 30, 2014 11:33:14 GMT
I have large wide feet with high arch and I love rock port flats...they go to size 43 wide
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2014 12:51:29 GMT
This is a timely post because I was just now looking for good supportive shoes. I have back problems and think I need to find a good, affordable option to wear around the house (we have lots of ceramic/hardwood downstairs). It looks like there are some good recommendations above.
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