Author Topic: Shoe bore (Read 31242 times)

Human Snorenado · « **on:** April 08, 2013, 06:49:03 PM »

So, my last decent pair of non-sneakers shit it this past weekend. I need to get a new pair of decent looking shoes that can be worn when I need to not look like a hobo. Problem is, my feet are really wide but not long- I'm about a size 11. And, I pretty much am only able to wear New Balance sneakers without getting blisters.

So, to be a total asshole about things, does anyone know a decent shoe to get that comes in wide sizes and is comfortable? Black obviously.

Verdigris Murder · « **Reply #1 on:** April 08, 2013, 06:52:13 PM »

Flippers. Technically not really shoes, but why are they just so darned excellent?

TakingBackSunday · « **Reply #2 on:** April 08, 2013, 06:55:32 PM »

Clark's has some wider shoes.

Hock · « **Reply #3 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:00:54 PM »

I have one pair of 2-year old sneakers and a pair of dress shoes.

I'm an embarrassment I know.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #4 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:04:23 PM »

Quote from: The Business on April 08, 2013, 07:01:15 PM

Black obviously? What exactly are you looking for? A black leather shoe? How casual? How dressy? Boot, shoe, what? How wide are we talking? EE? EEE?

Black, like my men.

Does not have to be leather. Comfort and affordability matter more than style. Nice enough to be worn in a semi-formal setting. Shoe, no boots preferably. EE.

Let me pre-emptively say that I'm sure you could suggest all sorts of awesome stuff, but my overriding concern is comfort and affordability. Style is a distant, distant third.

chronovore · « **Reply #5 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:11:31 PM »

If you're looking for casual sneakers, hobodom is rarely far behind. Simple, my recently passed but still favorite shoe-maker is... (googles) still dead, and only go-aheads/thongs are available through Zappos.com and Shoes.com.

Shit.

I have wide feet as well, and quite a bit of trouble finding shoes which fit well. Simples always fit well. New Balance also fit me well, but are seriously dry in the design department.

You might look at Rockport for serviceable, comfortable, partway dress-up shoes. I've had a pair for 20 years, and they're the only dress shoes in which I'm comfortable.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #6 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:12:45 PM »

No no, I have nice sneakers. A couple pairs. I need shoes that I could wear to like, a nice restaurant or a shitty wedding. If that makes sense.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #7 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:15:22 PM »

Yup, something along those lines.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #8 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:41:48 PM »

What's the budget?

Ecco is pretty good for $100 price range

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #9 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:47:55 PM »

How's something like this?

Shaka Khan · « **Reply #10 on:** April 08, 2013, 07:50:08 PM »

+1 for Ecco and Clark's

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #11 on:** April 08, 2013, 08:47:35 PM »

I didn't know daffy duck had a bondage fetish.

pickle · « **Reply #12 on:** April 08, 2013, 11:16:16 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 08, 2013, 07:47:55 PM

How's something like this?

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Eww

nudemacusers · « **Reply #13 on:** April 08, 2013, 11:24:54 PM »

allen edmonds come in a variety of widths. perfect choice for creepy old guys.

http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/cati2_Shoes_1_40000000001_-1_1_image_0_N_120552_120552__subcategory

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #14 on:** April 09, 2013, 12:24:32 AM »

I am looking at boots to go with some vintage denim-type gear...will probably have to buy online 'cause Japan ain't about that big feet life

Any suggestions? I like the look of Redwing Engineers, although they seem to be very wide and my feet are narrow

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #15 on:** April 09, 2013, 01:02:46 AM »

these are like the only ones i can find in my size. I like 'em but they look super bulky

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #16 on:** April 09, 2013, 01:14:46 AM »

There are nice Redwings

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #17 on:** April 09, 2013, 02:19:28 AM »

find me some on amazon in size 12 US with Global Shipping and i will give you some Mechanical Turk points

Huff · « **Reply #18 on:** April 09, 2013, 10:02:41 AM »

Quote from: The Business on April 08, 2013, 07:41:18 PM

This also may or may not interest you:

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I pretty much solely wear boat shoes. Maybe it's time to set up my game

nudemacusers · « **Reply #19 on:** April 09, 2013, 10:48:57 AM »

I assume rakuten would have something.

fake edit:

http://www.rakuten.com/prod/red-wing-mens-boots-heritage-9011-beckman-6-inch-black-cherry/247931252.html

?

But it's a 'third party seller' with zero feedback. So yeah... I do know Red Wing is kinda hot in some circles of Japan, so maybe there is a store not too far from you that can import your size/model?

fistfulofmetal · « **Reply #20 on:** April 09, 2013, 10:53:54 AM »

white socks

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #21 on:** April 09, 2013, 11:37:58 AM »

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #22 on:** April 09, 2013, 12:32:58 PM »

Quote from: The Business on April 09, 2013, 11:53:08 AM

Of course Smooth Groove posts some Tims.

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Kidding, obviously. I'm looking for a good pair of driving mocs now.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #23 on:** April 09, 2013, 04:13:10 PM »

What's wrong with Timberland? I haven't bought their products in a long time but I remembered that their boots were comfortable and durable. For $80-130, Timberland's build quality is as good as anyone's.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #24 on:** April 09, 2013, 04:47:59 PM »

Maybe you don't see people wearing them because you only hang out with hipsters

But timberlands sell really well, it's one of the few Nike or Jordan shoes that can crack the top 10 in sales

http://counterkicks.com/2013/02/the-top-selling-shoes-of-january-2013/

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #25 on:** April 09, 2013, 04:53:19 PM »

Smooth just really opposes the fact that in supporting Redwing you are taking jobs away from hardworking Chinese child slaves and giving them to Democratic Americans.

Trent Dole · « **Reply #26 on:** April 09, 2013, 04:59:04 PM »

I'm a 12/13 depending on the shoe and need wideage too and have generally had good luck with Nikes lately. Also gonna second Tims. I had a pair that I wore so long that the steel toe ceased being steel somehow!

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #27 on:** April 09, 2013, 04:59:39 PM »

Redwing is fine but if I were already in that price range ,I'd probably spent $100 more to get something even nicer

I was just offering a cheaper alternative to the two boots that I showed first since Creepy didn't want to spend that much

nudemacusers · « **Reply #28 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:02:37 PM »

creepy should just suck it up #yolo

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #29 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:06:37 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 04:59:39 PM

Redwing is fine but if I were already in that price range ,I'd probably spent $100 more to get something even nicer

I was just offering a cheaper alternative to the two boots that I showed first since Creepy didn't want to spend that much

Yes but your reasoning is contrary to the Business' and my own which is that Creepy should just not be poor and buy what the Business and I like.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #30 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:10:14 PM »

Creepy should YOLO with a pair of Yeezys

perfect shoes for any situation

nudemacusers · « **Reply #31 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:12:32 PM »

if you're gonna yolo get studded rollerboys. the shoe of the yoloman

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #32 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:14:03 PM »

Smoothed confused me. Obviously you are right again. Cormac, not being poor, should not get any of the filthy boots suggested by Smooth.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #33 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:15:43 PM »

the first two boots are about $350-400

Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 09, 2013, 05:12:32 PM

if you're gonna yolo get studded rollerboys. the shoe of the yoloman

Link?

Steve Contra · « **Reply #34 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:24:24 PM »

Allen Edmonds and Redwings are both awesome. I have a pair of the former from the 60s that are still in excellent condition.

nudemacusers · « **Reply #35 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:28:24 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:15:43 PM

Link?

They are quite something in person. Ridiculous, but still, hard to deny...

but like I said, if I were gonna yolo, I'll yolo myself broke for these.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #36 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:36:06 PM »

Quote from: The Business on April 09, 2013, 05:18:26 PM

SMOOTH YOU HAVE TERRIBLE TASTE IN SHOES YOU ARE DOING NO ONE A SERVICE

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The first black boot you posted is not bad, I don't know anything about the brand though.
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boots are Rag and Bone

Terrible taste based on my sneakers purchases or stuff I posted here? The stuff I posted aren't stuff I'd buy, just reasonable choices for Creepy. Options are really limited at around $100

Honestly, I don't see how your tastes are so amazing. You can pretty much go into anywhere and cop a pair of the run of the mill stuff you're recommending. You might as well tell Creppy to go put down $150 at Macy's and ask the salesman to pick a pair of black shoes for him.

nudemacusers · « **Reply #37 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:39:55 PM »

mayc's?!

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #38 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:44:34 PM »

Macuser, you got any Louboutins? How do they feel? Btw, I wouldn't cop those studs, too much like chick shoes.

nudemacusers · « **Reply #39 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:50:02 PM »

no, I top out at balenciaga and common projects. Louboutin at retail is absurdly expensive, even for their plain sneakers. Nice, but yikes. they really look different in person, hard to explain. Not really 'masculine', more 'rich asshole' haha.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #40 on:** April 09, 2013, 05:54:25 PM »

What about Maison Martin Margiela? I like their hightops but they're expensive.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #41 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:01:10 PM »

As much as I occasionally find TB grating, he's 100% right here: sorry Smooth, but your taste in sneakers is, uh, a bit much to put it politely. Please Understand.

nudemacusers · « **Reply #42 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:02:02 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:54:25 PM

What about Maison Martin Margiela? I like their hightops but they're expensive.

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I like MMM, but lately some of their stuff is a bit over the top or pointlessly weird. infinity sneakers, for instance. The one you posted looks awesome in white, and I might get it if it drops a bit in price. $750 nahhh.

Positive Touch · « **Reply #43 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:03:38 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 04:47:59 PM

Maybe you don't see people wearing them because you only hang out with hipsters

he lives in oklahoma, and dresses the part

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #44 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:04:05 PM »

Actually understated is just overrated in fashion. It's why hypebeasts pay for plain tshirts with nothing but a logo. How much talent does it take to design something like that? "Clean look"? More like plain look.

I got plenty of black/brown leather shoes for my suits, nice ones even but I don't see the point of talking about them. Those aren't "fun" shoes, they're just for business or formal events. It doesn't take much taste to pick out a pair of formal leather shoes. Most of the time, you're just paying more for better materials and build quality.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #45 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:11:40 PM »

I get compliments for my dress shoes but I just personally find them boring. You kinda know what you're gonna get with a pair of $400-500 euros.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #46 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:13:32 PM »

I haven't really paid attention to style for the most part in my personal life, but that's because I've been a fatty forever. As I've gradually lost weight, I've started to become a bit more self aware and have decided that "slovenly hobo" isn't really an image I wish to project any longer.

That said, I prefer general looks that feel comfortable to prestigious brands and shit. And yeah, understated is generally my preference.

Besides, everyone knows that socks are where you get stylish.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #47 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:17:30 PM »

Actually sneakerheads have been very hyped up lately about socks. Since it's no longer possible to camp out for the hottest sneakers, people have been camping out for limited edition Nike Elite socks. Some of those socks go for near $100 a pair on ebay.

nudemacusers · « **Reply #48 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:37:22 PM »

lol just buy pantharella or falke for those kinds of prices

speaking of sneakers

Rufus · « **Reply #49 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:44:43 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 06:17:30 PM

Actually sneakerheads have been very hyped up lately about socks. Since it's no longer possible to camp out for the hottest sneakers, people have been camping out for limited edition Nike Elite socks. Some of those socks go for near $100 a pair on ebay.

Fuck all of humanity.

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #50 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:49:42 PM »

Quote from: Creepy Old Guy on April 09, 2013, 06:01:10 PM

As much as I occasionally find TB grating, he's 100% right here: sorry Smooth, but your taste in sneakers is, uh, a bit much to put it politely. Please Understand.

That's cool. Almost all the sneakers I post in WDYB are for playing basketball as much as for collecting. I just like feeling how different shoes perform on the court even if some of the designs are a little out there.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #51 on:** April 09, 2013, 06:52:48 PM »

That's fair; I can appreciate differences in utility.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #52 on:** April 09, 2013, 07:05:03 PM »

This thread got all lovey-dovey

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #53 on:** April 09, 2013, 08:04:53 PM »

Quote from: TheInfelicitousDandy on April 09, 2013, 07:05:03 PM

This thread got all lovey-dovey

I'm trying to be less of an asshole about some things in life.

Daps on those socks, Business. Those boots are also really nice looking, I'm more in the market for something loaferish and black so it goes with more shit, though.

nudemacusers · « **Reply #54 on:** April 09, 2013, 08:19:16 PM »

brown is generally more versatile. black is generally more 'proper', so if you want something casual, get dark brown.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #55 on:** April 09, 2013, 09:07:03 PM »

i am undecided. Nothing is really blowing me away. Shoes are just not fun to buy online unless you already know the brand and know they will fit you.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #56 on:** April 09, 2013, 09:08:33 PM »

Quote from: The Business on April 09, 2013, 08:15:09 PM

I'm curious why you think black goes with more shit than brown? Generally, brown is a more versatile color for casual shoes. I hardly ever wear my black driving mocs (pictured last page) or black boots.

I'm just racist against brown EVERYTHING

nudemacusers · « **Reply #57 on:** April 09, 2013, 09:10:28 PM »

:'(

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #58 on:** April 09, 2013, 10:07:34 PM »

those are pretty bad-ass but i kinda want to see them with an outfit. I've been getting into this retro repro look recently (as Hyoushi knows!)

Got a bunch of stuff from these guys, for example. They have AMAZING boots and shoes but nothing in my size so have to look elsewhere.

https://www.realmccoys.co.jp/catalog/products/list.php?category_id=6

(beware - autoloading music on that site!)

nudemacusers · « **Reply #59 on:** April 09, 2013, 10:25:09 PM »

if you're into real mccoy the wolverine is right up your alley. you'd also probably like a lot of buzz rickson, too. If you're a big dude you're gonna have trouble with a lot of japanese repro or repro-inspired labels, they all run small

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Author Topic: Shoe bore (Read 31242 times)