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Hi ladies!
As I was looking into my closet, I started thinking about shoes. Why? Because, let’s face it, we all love them! There are so many different styles and colors, so many different types and looks. From sky high stilettos to cute pumps to peep toes, sandals, wedges, platforms, and so many more. Let’s face it, shoes are another of the wonderful things about being a woman that we get to experience that men don’t, and isn’t that wonderful!
For me, I’ve pared down how many pairs I own and now have only about 15 different pairs, but they provide me with enough colors, styles and selection that I can usually find something to go with just about any outfit. And if I can’t, then of course I can always buy more!
So of course, that got me to wondering…
How many pairs of shoes do you own?
Hugs,
Holly
I only have about 7 pairs split over two residences but if I could, I would have more than one hundred since I love everything about shoes. Nothing makes me feel more feminine and sexy than walking in a beautiful pair of heels.
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Agreed. There’s something about heels that makes me feel more feminine than even wearing the cutest outfit. I only have one pair of heels – my only feminine shoes – but I have my eyes on a pair of knee high boots which I think will be my second.
Keep searching, Michelle; cute shoes in larger sizes are available – though a lot of hard work is pretty much a given! i’m size 12 (UK) – which I think equates to size 15 (US.) Holly XXX
I am between 15 and 16 (US) which doesn’t help but won’t keep me from looking. Your “Boots” discussion here has taken me on a new quest.
I thought this was going to be an easy one to answer, then I got round to thinking…. It turns out to be 5 pairs of pumps, 4 pairs of thigh boots, 3 pairs of strappy sandals, 2 pairs of ankle boots and (no – not a Partridge in a Pear Tree!) one pair of knee length boots! Totals up to 15 pairs (strewth!) and the heels range from 4″ (love that feeling) to 5.5″ (but with a 1 .5 inch platform) to 6″ – which look fantastic but are impossible to walk in! I’d be willing to bet that most of the ladies out there have at some time lost track of how many pairs they own – and then been amazed when they find out exactly what they do have! Holly XXX
That is always a good question as it makes me think, how many do I have? In male mode I wore trainers as the main shoe and a few pairs for best and a few assorted for good measure, maybe ten pairs.
As female it is a seasonal selection from flats to heels and multiple styles as each location/event has its own shoe matching the outfit. That is then sub divided with work, leisure and weather. It is a complex matter and in need of a complicated algorithm. Of course there is another female angle – I must have them. Does this help in understanding why women have so many shoes?
Heels is what I started my cd path with. My shoe rack (pic in my gallery) is now more than full and spilled over to several other places plus lots of boots ranging from low heel (4″) ankle boots to high heels (7″) and crotch high.
I wear heels all the time so I need a few to switch between.
/kelly
I bought one pair of pink heels off of ebay yeas ago and was upset when they were bigger than my size. Recently, I acquired some patent leather black heels, pink gogo boots, and some heeled black sandals. I also discovered that you can buy inserts to make loose heels fit better (Duh, I am silly for not thinking of that.)
I know many of you also struggle with sizing as I wear US womens 13-14. I wish I could pick up some cheap shoes at Ross, but the highest they had was 11. I am definitely looking at expanding my collection if I see something cute on sale and I want to try bigger heels when I get comfortable walking. I am already tall at 6’3″ so they seemed too impractical for me, but I decided to not care and want to try bigger than the 2-3 inch heels I have now. I haven’t gotten to practice a lot but so far it is very hard to walk at all haha.
I have a pair of 4 inch heels. Size 12 in womens. Bought them at Macy’s. The young lady who helped me was very polite and respectful. It took me awhile to learn to walk in them. I had to use a wall for support. Try to stand up straight and walk heel to toe. And it also helps to stretch your lower legs. Hugs, Allysa
About two hundred pairs. Yes, I’m a shopaholic. Will be “trimming down” my inventory soon. Just too many.
Aiming to keep maybe 60 pairs, tops.
Only 200? You gotta step up your shoe game! It’s been a while since I took inventory of Narnia’s “shoe department” but best estimate right now is 500+ pairs(they are scattered amongst the 3 plus rooms Narnia occupies so it’s hard to get exact count. I probably have a main rotation of 25-40 pairs(ankle boots, knee high or thigh high boots; sandals, wedges, heels and tennies that I mostly wear.
Cyn
150 pairs divided among wedge and stiletto heels, open toe, peep toe and closed toe. This includes pumps, sandals, boots and everything in between. I have 1 pair of Jessica Simpson wedges that are 4″ heels, otherwise all others range from 6″ to 10″ heel heights. With all the different styles and colors I have a pair of heels for every occasion.
Wow. I have around fifty and I thought that was a lot. But even with that many I often struggle to fing the right ones for my outfit. And my house is not big enough for more anyway. But I still look.
I agree, there will always be struggles to find the “right” pair of heels. So to alleviate all the angst and anguish of this issue, I continually search and expand my collection. It is difficult for a girl to say no to a new pair of heels.
I often think I should be slowing down but it can be really difficult when a super cute, shiny and colorful pair of heel catches my eyes. I have talked to several GGs and most have only several pairs since heels are not very popular where I am. When I mention my collection their look is of total amazement or disbelief.
But Michelle, that just shows you how much of a woman you really are!! Be glad and celebrate it!
Hugs,
Holly
I have about 8. If I bought all of the shoes I would like to have, that number would probably be at least 50! Being a secret dresser, they need to be hidden away pretty well. I’m running out of places.
💕Lara
Hi Lara,
I have limited space too so I am limited to “hiding” my shoes: 2 strappy heels, Black and Tan, ankle boots, pumps, wedge heels and two girly flats to blend in.. am limited to my favorite platform strapped heels due to swollen ankles ;-(
Oh how I am jealous for ladies with so many attractive heels.
I have 15 pairs of men’s shoes and boots, and eight pairs of men’s sneakers, but no femme shoes yet. I have two shoe stores near my apartment, but each time I visit, they have no women’s shoes that fit my big feet. I have not shopped for shoes online because I like to try them on before I buy them. Someday I will find women’s shoes on the rack that fit me.
While I would love to have hundreds, I just dont have the room for them 🙂
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I only have 4 pairs because I wear a 15 in womens which can’t be found without ordering online. I always look in thrift stores but unless some big footed local CD has purged the chances of finding my size is zero. I look in shoe shops and dream of having some of those beautiful shoes but they never carry my size.
I had not thought about this until seeing this question. I have about 35 pairs of women’s shoes and perhaps 10 pairs for men. This question made me realize I need to really pare down and rebalance… I have way too many shoes for men. No wonder I am running out of holders for my women’s shoes!
Love that! 10 pairs of mens shoes is certainly too many; after all, you need additional space and those red ankle boots you’ve just seen are soooo cute! Holly
My primary limiting factor is that I take advantage of my times out to get mani/pedis. That requires open-toed shoes so I can show off my nails. I have only one or two pairs of boots. I do admit they are fun and look stylish, but as I don’t get out that often I invariably use those occasions to choose a dress rather than slacks. Slacks can pair well with a stylish blouse, but a dress always makes me feel more feminine. So slacks and boots don’t play a prominent part in my wardrobe. If I ever get out more regularly my wardrobe will exponentiate!
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I used to have quite a few more but as the cheaper pairs wore out I discovered I had an affinity for nicer designs and name brand shoes. As the replacements came and the older ones wore out I am sitting at around 48 pair. I would love more but with higher quality came higher prices came fewer shoes. A tragedy of economics! Happy shopping ladies!
🍷C I only have 4 pairs. Since I just started dressing completely, I’ve tried to buy shoes that aren’t too expensive, but I’ve been proud of myself to be able to walk very easily in a 4” stiletto heel. I actually bought a 5” heel to try to push it, but found that a 5” stiletto really stretches your leg muscles, to the point of making walking difficult, so I think I’ve found my limit, unless I get into platforms. Maybe I’ll catch up to those of you who have a large collection someday, because I’m always looking for more, but shoes are so expensive, and I’m so cheap!
I have about 12 pairs of women’s shoes, including flip flops and everything. But here’s my problem. Ask me how many pairs I have that actually fit well and I could wear them for an extended outing. Because I’d only need one hand to count those.
Ironically, I just picked up another pair at a second hand store yesterday. They are a light brown ankle boot with about a two inch heel. They were just so cute I couldn’t resist. They are American Eagle brand and a size 12. I’ve never seen bigger size shoes from AE before. Unfortunately, they are not wide, so they are still a pretty snug fit on my feet. So I wouldn’t want to have to walk around in them all afternoon or anything. But I could wear them out to the bar for a while, to look cute while having a cocktail. 🙂
Nancy
I have 5 pair – a pair of black pumps, a pair of open toe block heel shoes, a pair of black flats, a pair of white strappy sandals, a pair of red sandals – I also have 2 pair of ballet style slippers – one navy blue, the other white with a flower print. Would love to have a pair of calf high boots and a pair of anklet boots – I keep looking in the thrift stores hoping to find a pair someday.
XOXO
Suzanne
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