Shoes

[rosiep]

That's right "shoes".

I am planning a trip to Disney in late September that I hope doesn't get canceled due to the "economy".
I have heard that it may rain ALOT in September and someone suggested I try Keen's Newport H2.
Before I continue let me explain: As most of you know, I don't like clothes and I don't like shoes. This means that most of my wardrobe is gotten from my daughters or the Goodwill because I am loathe to spend money on something I don't even like. Hence, my whole lot of shoes probably cost me less than $100..no kidding..I only own about 4 pairs of shoes.....So the idea of spending almost $100 on these shoes is killing me ( but I really think they fit the bill of a great Disney shoe).

Any words of wisdom????

For the record James is encouraging me to get the shoes.....

[OrlandoMike]

How much are those crock things? :confused3

Ugly as can be, but it looks like they do well in the rain!

[Tony-NJ]

You do not like shoes or clothes??? That's all I heard out of this thread! Are you sure your a girl???? LOL! :)

Actually I'm not sure about the shoes you mentioned but I know LL Bean also sells "water sneakers. I wore them alot on our last cruise. You can wear them just about anywhere. I did not spend $100 on them.

off topic - but I can't even count the pairs of shoes I have - I have 2 closets full of them though!

[rpmdfw]

How much are those crock things? :confused3

Ugly as can be, but it looks like they do well in the rain!

Mike! :mad:

What's wrong with you!

Never, EVER suggest that a person should even consider wearing those ugly monstrosities!

[OrlandoMike]

Not even this version? :confused3


http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd268/Orlandomike4/crocs.jpg

[rpmdfw]

Not even this version? :confused3


http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd268/Orlandomike4/crocs.jpg

:scared:

Especially not those!

:crazy2:

[rosiep]

You do not like shoes or clothes??? That's all I heard out of this thread! Are you sure your a girl???? LOL! :)

Actually I'm not sure about the shoes you mentioned but I know LL Bean also sells "water sneakers. I wore them alot on our last cruise. You can wear them just about anywhere. I did not spend $100 on them.

off topic - but I can't even count the pairs of shoes I have - I have 2 closets full of them though!

Last time I checked I was still a girl...but I'm a nudist at heart! :lmao:

I've looked at "watershoes" but I have a bad arch and need support. The water shoes also look like they're not sturdy enough for alot of walking. This stupid Keen shoe has gotten great reviews for being both quick drying and solid supportive enough for walking 'round (and round)

[rosiep]

Not even this version? :confused3


http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd268/Orlandomike4/crocs.jpg

Wow is all I can say!

[OrlandoMike]

Wow is all I can say!

You like? :lmao:

[rosiep]

You like? :lmao:

As a conversation piece maybe....but those shoes will get no where near my feet!

[npmommie]

Rosie check out the Naot brand,
I love these shoes, sooooo comfortable, and supportive, and they have many cute styles,
sandals, clogs, casual etc........
i have walked all over in my naot sandals and never sore feet,

they are expensive but worth every penny

http://www.naot.com/

[hematite153]

Rosie -- I don't know anything about the shoes that have been mentioned so far. But, I do have weak arches and need support. My general experience is that very few shoes are worth the money, but, that it is totally worth spending the money for the right shoe.

I have long hair because I'm not willing to waste money getting my hair cut and yet I spend close to $200 on quality running shoes. I'd recommend that you find a couple of stores that specialize in running shoes and/or walking shoes and go in and try on a bunch of options. (A good store will encourage you to try on just about everything and will be able to make recommendations based on the shape of your foot and amount of collapse in your arches.)

I have been to wdw twice in Sept. and the "lots of rain" isn't really that bad--at least not compared to what I've experienced in other places. On our last trip I tried to carry a pair of crocs to wear in heavy rain, but, after a couple of days I left them behind because my feet, ankles and knees just hurt too much to walk on concrete without proper support. I find that my running shoes don't hold much water and dry out just fine. (Granted, I'm wearing fancy running shoes that are specially designed for runners--people run marathons in the rain, so, the shoes need to work--and I wear fancy socks designed not to hold moisture too.)

[rosiep]

Rosie -- I don't know anything about the shoes that have been mentioned so far. But, I do have weak arches and need support. My general experience is that very few shoes are worth the money, but, that it is totally worth spending the money for the right shoe.

I have long hair because I'm not willing to waste money getting my hair cut and yet I spend close to $200 on quality running shoes. I'd recommend that you find a couple of stores that specialize in running shoes and/or walking shoes and go in and try on a bunch of options. (A good store will encourage you to try on just about everything and will be able to make recommendations based on the shape of your foot and amount of collapse in your arches.)

I have been to wdw twice in Sept. and the "lots of rain" isn't really that bad--at least not compared to what I've experienced in other places. On our last trip I tried to carry a pair of crocs to wear in heavy rain, but, after a couple of days I left them behind because my feet, ankles and knees just hurt too much to walk on concrete without proper support. I find that my running shoes don't hold much water and dry out just fine. (Granted, I'm wearing fancy running shoes that are specially designed for runners--people run marathons in the rain, so, the shoes need to work--and I wear fancy socks designed not to hold moisture too.)


Thanks..
We do a bit of camping too, and I can see that this shoe would work there as well. You make sense when you say the right shoe is worth the money. My foot still hurts from a fall I took last spring (you remember...Wally pushed me)...and since then I have been very consciencious about being nice to my feet.
I suppose even if I do have to cancel Disney, I should still have a good summer shoe.

[Timon-n-Pumbaa Fan]

I have a bad arch and need support. This stupid Keen shoe has gotten great reviews for being both quick drying and solid supportive enough for walking 'round (and round)

Can I just put in a plug for Chaco Unaweep sandals? OMG, they are so awesome! I have a very wide foot and must have good support or my back kills me. I :lovestruc my Chacos! They were pricey, but they have been worth every penny. Even after wearing them lots during the past 2 years, they look brand new. If the adjustable straps wear out, they will re-strap them. Standing, walking, or just hangin' around, you just can't beat them. They dry out super fast too!

[TuckandStuiesMom]

Crocs make some cute (yet comfy) Maryjanes...(And you cannot beat'em in a downpour) Not real big on support though if you need it. I have a pink pair that I like a lot.

[rosiep]

Can I just put in a plug for Chaco Unaweep sandals? OMG, they are so awesome! I have a very wide foot and must have good support or my back kills me. I :lovestruc my Chacos! They were pricey, but they have been worth every penny. Even after wearing them lots during the past 2 years, they look brand new. If the adjustable straps wear out, they will re-strap them. Standing, walking, or just hangin' around, you just can't beat them. They dry out super fast too!

I'm a bit of klutz so open toed shoes can be tricky. The Zeen's shoes are a cross between a sandal and a sneaker. It has a toe guard but strappy to allow for air circulation.

[jenn&nelsonrego]

Rosie,

Crocs are great! I wore them every single day in WDW last year. I have extra wide feet (to match the extra wide back end) and high arches so I need support and comfort or I am a whiney witch with a B.

Granted, they are not the cutest things but they are supportive and comfortable and that means more to me than cute.

I am wearing my pink ones with Mickey heads right now (I think Rob just fainted)....

http://i445.photobucket.com/albums/qq180/jennrego1929/Random%20DIS%20stuff/pinkpearl.jpg

[rosiep]

Crocs don't seem to fit me. I usually wear a size six..but it's waaay too big, the next size down too small:headache: I'd wear them if they were comfy. I really don't care spit about style....although Mikes offerings were the exception!

[rpmdfw]

I am wearing my pink ones with Mickey heads right now (I think Rob just fainted)....


That wasn't fainting, it was puking.:rolleyes:

Seriously though. Friends don't let friends wear crocs!

http://whyloveny.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/no-crocs.jpg

[wallyb]

Crocs make some cute (yet comfy) Maryjanes...(And you cannot beat'em in a downpour) Not real big on support though if you need it. I have a pink pair that I like a lot.

I'm with you. :thumbsup2

Crocs makes tons of shoes styles now.
And nothing makes my tootsies feel better after
a long day schlogging thru the parks. :cloud9:
http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f241/wallyb3/crocmm2.jpg

[DVC~OKW~96]

Funny thing about Crocs (cover your eyes Rob) when I was seriously overweight I had a pair in several different styles and loads of colors (including two Mickey pair).

Now that I've lost weight, they hurt my feet! They rub blisters on them, so I only use them for running in and out of the house now (getting mail, taking out trash, etc.). I have one heck of a collection of "getting the mail" shoes!

I have wide feet with high arches so finding shoes that work for me is a real challenge. I did get lucky with a couple of different styles from Easy Spirit, but I'm afraid they aren't going to last very well. They don't hurt, do support but don't seem too sturdy.

I hate shopping for shoes more than I hate shopping for clothes. I'm so with Rosie on this one (well, up to the point where she discards her clothing - be very grateful I'm NOT a nudist :laughing: ).

Women's clothing is stupid, so I end up wearing my "Maine 1980s Preppy Look" almost to the point of it being a uniform. :laughing: Who cares?!!! Not me! :goodvibes

[PeterPan09]

Funny thing about Crocs (cover your eyes Rob) when I was seriously overweight I had a pair in several different styles and loads of colors (including two Mickey pair).

Now that I've lost weight, they hurt my feet! They rub blisters on them, so I only use them for running in and out of the house now (getting mail, taking out trash, etc.). I have one heck of a collection of "getting the mail" shoes!

I have wide feet with high arches so finding shoes that work for me is a real challenge. I did get lucky with a couple of different styles from Easy Spirit, but I'm afraid they aren't going to last very well. They don't hurt, do support but don't seem too sturdy.

I hate shopping for shoes more than I hate shopping for clothes. I'm so with Rosie on this one (well, up to the point where she discards her clothing - be very grateful I'm NOT a nudist :laughing: ).

Women's clothing is stupid, so I end up wearing my "Maine 1980s Preppy Look" almost to the point of it being a uniform. :laughing: Who cares?!!! Not me! :goodvibes

I actually had this conversation with my mother on Sunday. Women's clothes SUCK. I go back to the tried and true "preppy look" too. I feel comfortable in it, and it looks neat and clean.

As for shoes-I have the required pair of Birkenstocks issued to every gay woman, Nikes, Converse-and yes-I own a pair of Crocs flip flops that I got at SSR last October. They're very comfortable and they tolerate getting wet very well. I don't like the clogs, but I do love those flip flops.

[DVC~OKW~96]

Is this where I confess? :confused3 I hate Birks. Rather, they hate my feet. :confused3 I must be the only lesbian on planet Earth that doesn't own a pair of them. :rotfl: No wait!!! My wife doesn't own a pair either. She doesn't like them.

But pleated trousers (most often from the men's department because of those GREAT pockets! :teeth: ) standard Oxford shirts, and blazer...that's me!!!

On weekends (now that I'm not a cow any longer :teeth: ) I've been known to actually swap out the pleated trousers for JEANS!!! LOLOLOLOL. Only in the cool months though. Florida is way too hot for jeans for me.

[bubie2.5]

Is this where I confess? :confused3 I hate Birks. Rather, they hate my feet. :confused3 I must be the only lesbian on planet Earth that doesn't own a pair of them. :rotfl: No wait!!! My wife doesn't own a pair either. She doesn't like them.

My partner and I have never worn a pair of Birks (or Crocks). I guess we both missed "shoe day" at our Lesbian 101 classes.

[Goofyluver]

Is this where I confess? :confused3 I hate Birks. Rather, they hate my feet. :confused3 I must be the only lesbian on planet Earth that doesn't own a pair of them. :rotfl: No wait!!! My wife doesn't own a pair either. She doesn't like them.



Oh hell no, you're not. Those things aren't touchin' my feet. :scared:

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

I am not a shoe girl, so take this for what it's worth.

I have 9 pairs of Crocs. I LOVE them. DH has Crocs, too. DS has them but he doesn't like to wear them. He says he will wear them, I buy them, then he won't wear them. Makes me furious.

At the parks I wear Crocs. I also have Teva Hurricane sandals and Teva Mush flip-flops. They can all take the August downpours. I am not a big fan of wearing flip-flops in the parks, but it works for some people.

Last year I bought CUTE sandals at Nordstrom (Merrill, I think) but they were not ones that could get wet. Every time I wore the damn things it would rain, so I gave up.

I do have Birks and have worn them at WDW, but they also could not get wet.

DS wore Ecco sport sandals last summer, and DH has Ecco sandals, too. I will say by about halfway through the trip DS's sandals REEKED, but that may not have anything to do with the brand.

Really, for $30 a pair the Crocs are awesome. Band-Aid makes a thing called Blister Block (actually I think now it is called Friction Stick - it has been repackaged) that I use to keep the Crocs from rubbing the bone on the side of my foot.

[soulmates]

That's right "shoes".

I am planning a trip to Disney in late September that I hope doesn't get canceled due to the "economy".
I have heard that it may rain ALOT in September and someone suggested I try Keen's Newport H2.
Before I continue let me explain: As most of you know, I don't like clothes and I don't like shoes. This means that most of my wardrobe is gotten from my daughters or the Goodwill because I am loathe to spend money on something I don't even like. Hence, my whole lot of shoes probably cost me less than $100..no kidding..I only own about 4 pairs of shoes.....So the idea of spending almost $100 on these shoes is killing me ( but I really think they fit the bill of a great Disney shoe).

Any words of wisdom????


For the record James is encouraging me to get the shoes.....
Rosie, you ARE the only woman I know, with 4 pairs of shoes!!! LOL!! My DP would be in HEAVEN if I had 4 pairs of shoes!! :banana: That being said, I just bought some CROCS from their website. I got some Mickey crocs and the Athens, flip flops. BOTH from their clearance page!! Great prices and they are SO amazingly comfy!! Good luck ;)

[starann]

All I have to say is Whew...thank goodness for the other CSP on here, cause I wear Crocks too......

There I said it.... My name is Star and I heart Crocks.....

I have 4 pairs....! Mammouth for Winter in black, 1 Beach in light blue for Summer and 2 Hallmarks in black and brown for summer 'fun'


Rosie...I was in WDW in Sept and it rained a little each day, but nothing that I would worry about shoes getting too wet....When we were there in Spet I work Old Navy flip flops....then I found out about crock and LOVE them. Sorry they don't fet your feet!

[Timon-n-Pumbaa Fan]

I don't like Birks either. Not enough support and frankly, they are ugly shoes.

[rosiep]

I hate shopping for shoes more than I hate shopping for clothes. I'm so with Rosie on this one (well, up to the point where she discards her clothing - be very grateful I'm NOT a nudist :laughing: ).



For the record...no ones grateful that I am :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

No Birks for me either and I live in Portland where it's practically mandatory!

[zeitzeuge]

I hate to say it, but Crocs although ugly as sin, are so comfortable and not that expensive. For women, they come in SO many other designs that aren't as.......um, butt ugly.

[npmommie]

Rosie,

Crocs are great! I wore them every single day in WDW last year. I have extra wide feet (to match the extra wide back end) and high arches so I need support and comfort or I am a whiney witch with a B.

Granted, they are not the cutest things but they are supportive and comfortable and that means more to me than cute.

I am wearing my pink ones with Mickey heads right now (I think Rob just fainted)....

http://i445.photobucket.com/albums/qq180/jennrego1929/Random%20DIS%20stuff/pinkpearl.jpg
LOL jenn I have those pink mickey head crocs!!! they are comfy,
they don't really fit him but my dh slipped them on to run out to the mailbox yesterday, :lmao: :lmao:
I was so hoping the neighbor would drive by.........LOL

Is this where I confess? :confused3 I hate Birks. Rather, they hate my feet. :confused3 I must be the only lesbian on planet Earth that doesn't own a pair of them. :rotfl: No wait!!! My wife doesn't own a pair either. She doesn't like them.

But pleated trousers (most often from the men's department because of those GREAT pockets! :teeth: ) standard Oxford shirts, and blazer...that's me!!!

On weekends (now that I'm not a cow any longer :teeth: ) I've been known to actually swap out the pleated trousers for JEANS!!! LOLOLOLOL. Only in the cool months though. Florida is way too hot for jeans for me.

I have a couple pair of Birks, but I dont' like them anymore, I have some colorful plasticky ones for the beach, but they don't suit me anymore,
not even comfy to me anymore.

[PeterPan09]

Is this where I confess? :confused3 I hate Birks. Rather, they hate my feet. :confused3 I must be the only lesbian on planet Earth that doesn't own a pair of them. :rotfl: No wait!!! My wife doesn't own a pair either. She doesn't like them.

But pleated trousers (most often from the men's department because of those GREAT pockets! :teeth: ) standard Oxford shirts, and blazer...that's me!!!

On weekends (now that I'm not a cow any longer :teeth: ) I've been known to actually swap out the pleated trousers for JEANS!!! LOLOLOLOL. Only in the cool months though. Florida is way too hot for jeans for me.

My partner and I have never worn a pair of Birks (or Crocks). I guess we both missed "shoe day" at our Lesbian 101 classes.

Oh hell no, you're not. Those things aren't touchin' my feet. :scared:

You're going to have your union cards taken away......

They have other styles besides the traditional 2 strap across the foot deal. You might find them less ugly. I was browsing the site today, looking for new ones for spring.

[jenn&nelsonrego]

LOL jenn I have those pink mickey head crocs!!! they are comfy,
they don't really fit him but my dh slipped them on to run out to the mailbox yesterday, :lmao: :lmao:
I was so hoping the neighbor would drive by.........LOL


Nelson runs around the house in them sometimes... It is a flippin riot... The only thing better is when he wears my pink flip flops with the sequins....

[rosiep]

Nelson runs around the house in them sometimes... It is a flippin riot... The only thing better is when he wears my pink flip flops with the sequins....

You're working him up to your panties aren't you????

[Timon-n-Pumbaa Fan]

Rosie! :lmao:

[Winue]

We have been looking at the Keen's too! can't decide if I like them...

what about reefs? you have to get the kind that form to your foot though.

I have birks, but they are doing the "job" recently either. I need a good arch support, and although they are ugly, they are one of the only sandals I can find with a arch.

[rosiep]

Welcome to the boards Winue!

Tell me about "reefs". Which do you recommend?

Oh I just looked at them...not sure I can to the toe thingy....What would you call that? It's like a flip flop..what do you call the toe divider thingy??

[DVC~OKW~96]

Thong. :teeth:

[rosiep]

Thong. :teeth:

I'd love to take the bait but it's late and I can't think of anything to say......:scared:

[jenn&nelsonrego]

You're working him up to your panties aren't you????

Whatever works... ;)

[jenn&nelsonrego]

Rosie! :lmao:

Don't worry, I can take it! Nelson might turn a little red though... He is the shy one in this family!

[rosiep]

Don't worry, I can take it! Nelson might turn a little red though... He is the shy one in this family!

Does he read the boards too?

[jenn&nelsonrego]

Does he read the boards too?

Not really... He does when we are planning a trip but in between - not so much....

[rosiep]

Not really... He does when we are planning a trip but in between - not so much....

Whew! I get into enough trouble as it is :rolleyes1

[jenn&nelsonrego]

Whew! I get into enough trouble as it is :rolleyes1

:rotfl:

[Winue]

ok, I just got a pair of Keens!

LOVE them!!! so so comfy and light!!! I will definately be looking at the sandals for disney!!!

Go try them on!!!

[pixierella]

Not even this version? :confused3


http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd268/Orlandomike4/crocs.jpg


Ok, If I say I love these and would wear them to the nail salon and shopping do I get thrown off the board? I love the color.

That being said I wear my sketchers around the park and they are the most comfortable pair of sneakers I own.

[rosiep]

Got my Keen Newport H2's today......I got them on sale for $74 at Zappos.com.

I really like 'em! I've been breaking them in all day and they are just so comfy. I know there are a couple of spots that will rub a bit when I walk more..but I'm thinking if I break them in slowly I'll avoid any blistering.

I did get a 1/2 size bigger than I normally wear and it was the right thing to do!

[NikkiPants]

Good thing you got those, Rosie! Crocs are really comfy, I don't own any because my partner and I have vowed never to allow the other to buy them :lmao:

[yasuern]

okay first I LIKE CROCS! so my 1st vote crocs is having a sale

http://www.crocs.com/products/outlet/

And if you enter in the promocode/discount code

choices009 you will get 20% off your order

all orders over $75.0 get free groung shipping


okay if you hate crocs - these aren't "beautiful" but they are supportive and drain quick and dry quick and you can walk all dy in them



http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/,1254G_Salomon-Karma-Water-Shoes-For-Women.html


Sue:goodvibes

[MonorailMan]

Being a diabetic, I've wanted to ask this for a while now:

What's the difference between the Crocs being sold as the "diabetic Crocs".....and regular Crocs? Besides the price, I mean. :confused3 Do they only give you one.......?

Sorry......that was going to be a real tasteless joke. :lmao: Never mind.

[rosiep]

Being a diabetic, I've wanted to ask this for a while now:

What's the difference between the Crocs being sold as the "diabetic Crocs".....and regular Crocs? Besides the price, I mean. :confused3 Do they only give you one.......?

Sorry......that was going to be a real tasteless joke. :lmao: Never mind.

Wow!......
(trouble is....I still laughed)

[rosiep]

okay first I LIKE CROCS! so my 1st vote crocs is having a sale

http://www.crocs.com/products/outlet/

And if you enter in the promocode/discount code

choices009 you will get 20% off your order

all orders over $75.0 get free groung shipping


okay if you hate crocs - these aren't "beautiful" but they are supportive and drain quick and dry quick and you can walk all dy in them



http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/,1254G_Salomon-Karma-Water-Shoes-For-Women.html


Sue:goodvibes

Thanks Sue!