[SIZE="3"]I have to agree with the "you get what you pay for" remark. While living in California I used to buy women's shoes from a TG friendly shoe store in San Jose. I remarked one day to a saleswoman about the pain I experienced on the ball of my feet. She brought over a pair of 5 inch thigh high boots, all leather, $160. The most I had ever spent at that point was probably $30 a pair.
She told me to put on a pair of lightweight socks and pour a little warm water into the boot and put them on until the feet felt dry. The leather stretched just right although they were somewhat tight the first couple of hours. I wore them for about 6 hours both sitting and walking.
I was so relieved to take them off that night. The next day I put them on with only pantyhose and found that they fit beautifully. My calves and every other muscle were screaming but my feet felt fine. I later fitted the boots with gel innersoles and wore them dancing for 4 hours regularly.
That was 20 years ago and I still have the same boots, although rarely worn. I am now used to high heels and can get away with cheaper shoes but the more expensive, better fitting ones allow me to last longer. Most of the cute high heels I have bought online have been Chinese made uncomfortable designs. I now wear Cuban Heels by Amigo I believe, that are like wearing slippers, regardless of the heel height. They are awesome. I bought them online and wear them daily. 4 and 5 inch heels seem to feel about the same. All I can say is to practice, practice and practice more.
Have fun! [/SIZE]
Originally Posted by Veronica Fallon
are lovely indeed..... but Liiliputian.
