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Title: Guys and shoes
Post by: Rumblood on July 26, 2012, 10:25:27 pm
A short guide for women on men based upon something that they understand. Shoes.

You can trace the development of your young man by watching him as he grows up and progresses through his attitude towards shoes.

Hates shoes and won't wear them. - This can go anywhere from the toddler stage to time for kindergarten. Has been spotted into the late 20's. (Run from them!)

Tolerates shoes, but they are all the same to him. - Oh the joyous time from when he will wear them without immediately taking them off when your back is turned until he realizes that people care about what other people put on their feet.

Will only wear ONE style/brand of shoe, be it at the mall or in a tuxedo. - The "My shoes identify my clique/social group" stage. This period can last for decades. Sometimes it continues that long from sheer inertia.

Will wear any shoe so long as its cheap. - Has wearied of the whole "shoe as a status symbol" thing and moved on to practical things like saving money. This is a good time to swoop in and begin to mold a future mate. Or perhaps he got so old that his style isn't even made anymore. Then you may need to run. That guy is as likely to suddenly try in his 30's or 40's to pick a newer trendy style and just look old and pathetic instead.

Realizes cheap shoes suck and begins to look for quality shoes to last decades. - This guy is ready for committment and he understands that you want to be comfortable in life, not cheap. He knows what he likes and won't be as easily molded to a particular ideal. Step back one stage if you find you want to do a major rework.

Is dissappointed to find that not every shoe goes with every article of clothing. Cleans out the bottom of the closet to make room for rows of high quality shoes. - Be careful if he makes it to this stage. Your man could easily go Metro and provide actual competition for the household's clothing budget. He could also have found his latent homosexual tendencies and be seeing a guy name Chet on the side. Either way, you need to keep any eye on him and steer him back to safer, manly territory. Try buying him some power tools.

If you are having a problem with your male, just refer to the stages above in order to understand his prevailing philosophy in life. You may be able to hasten him along to the next stage, but do notice that some stages can take decades and you may waste years in the trying.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Leesin on July 27, 2012, 01:09:36 am
I have developed an issue where I can only bring myself to purchase trainers ( sneakers ) that are pure white, no other colour on them, my favourite being low top Air Force 1's,  all my shoes are black also. Well, I just find brown shoes wierd and no other colour is smart, where black is smart and goes with pretty much everything.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Zandieer on July 27, 2012, 01:23:36 am
This is what I wear
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 :oops: I like em, but I need to buy new shoes soon.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 01:40:13 am
One real shoe. This:
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Money can't buy better. Finnish quality :P
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Tibe on July 27, 2012, 06:47:39 am
Quote from: Zandieer on July 27, 2012, 01:23:36 am
This is what I wear
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 :oops: I like em, but I need to buy new shoes soon.

Got the same shoes, only blue.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Orchid101 on July 27, 2012, 09:33:20 am
Judging from your analysis, I am currently in the cheap shoe phase.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Christo on July 27, 2012, 09:37:14 am
Quote from: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 01:40:13 am
One real shoe. This:
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Money can't buy better. Finnish quality :P

Oh boy, I know some people who wear these even in the summer, here it's like 30-35c, even more sometimes.

You can guess how that "feels" like to others around them. It's like an aura of death. xD

During the winter, if you find one that perfectly fits you ( I found this very hard with boots so I don't wear them), they are very useful though.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Taser on July 27, 2012, 09:50:33 am
So where do I fit in?

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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Ninja_Khorin on July 27, 2012, 09:50:54 am
You forgot the "Uses cheap shoes because he lives on 150 euros a month after rent."  :(

Quote from: Christo on July 27, 2012, 09:37:14 am
During the winter, if you find one that perfectly fits you ( I found this very hard with boots so I don't wear them), they are very useful though.
True Finnish quality boots are one size fits all.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 10:35:14 am
Quote from: Christo on July 27, 2012, 09:37:14 am
Oh boy, I know some people who wear these even in the summer, here it's like 30-35c, even more sometimes.

You can guess how that "feels" like to others around them. It's like an aura of death. xD

During the winter, if you find one that perfectly fits you ( I found this very hard with boots so I don't wear them), they are very useful though.

I had problems finding a military boot that fits good. The basic Finnish army boot is quite fitting and all, but these are paratrooper version. That means they have better shock absorption and more flexible rubber in the bottom. Best 130 euros I've ever spent on shoes I tell you that! :mrgreen: Actually really close call with Asics sneakers I bought... But they are only for jogging (and that reminds me I have to start that hobby again...)

Well I use those paratrooper boots sometimes in summer because you know... Summer in Finland :D. They are somewhat water resistant so it's nice feature to have :D.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 27, 2012, 10:39:20 am
This is just where I came in...

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I walk 3 months without any shoes, its good for your skin on feet.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Christo on July 27, 2012, 10:39:38 am
Quote from: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 10:35:14 am
Well I use those paratrooper boots sometimes in summer because you know... Summer in Finland :D.

Yeah, wish I had the same climate.

I don't like summer at all.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 10:40:00 am
Quote from: Christo on July 27, 2012, 10:39:38 am
Yeah, wish I had the same climate.

I don't like summer at all.
You wear flat feet? :D

Quote from: Christo on July 27, 2012, 10:39:38 am
Yeah, wish I had the same climate.

I don't like summer at all.

I wish that those fucking trees would stop fucking each other so I can breathe again. Worst thing about this so called "summer city" of Oulu. Goddamn hippies plant their super weird trees everywhere and they usually spread their annoying and allergy spreading dust everywhere the whole summer. Different species and different fuck times... Can't wait for the fall :D
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: LordBerenger on July 27, 2012, 10:41:58 am
Lol constantly wearing those big mili boots? F that  8-)
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 27, 2012, 10:42:08 am
Quote from: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 10:40:00 am
You wear flat feet? :D

My back aches too
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 10:49:57 am
Quote from: CountBerenger on July 27, 2012, 10:41:58 am
Lol constantly wearing those big mili boots? F that  8-)
Not when it's hot. I have shoes which have fabric that has holes in it... Dunno what it is called in English. Net fabric?

I also have cheap black leather shoes like this:
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Lol am I gay for having this many shoes? :mrgreen:
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 27, 2012, 10:54:48 am
Quote from: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 10:49:57 am
Not when it's hot. I have shoes which have fabric that has holes in it... Dunno what it is called in English. Net fabric?

I also have cheap black leather shoes like this:
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Lol am I gay for having this many shoes? :mrgreen:

Yes you are gay. I have 10 flip flops, what am I?
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 11:00:29 am
Quote from: djavo on July 27, 2012, 10:54:48 am
Yes you are gay. I have 10 flip flops, what am I?
Do you use socks with sandals? If so I have bad news for you.
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You have a point when it comes to walking bare feet. I've heard it's not only good for the skin but also for the walking technique. That has good effect on other things like reducing back pain/problems and other stuff.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Weren on July 27, 2012, 11:28:34 am
I actually prefer to walk barefeeted as often as I can. Feels more comfortable, unless the path is covered with small rocks or not so thick gravel.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Jacko on July 27, 2012, 11:37:36 am
Flip flops.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 27, 2012, 12:03:01 pm
Quote from: Weren on July 27, 2012, 11:28:34 am
I actually prefer to walk barefeeted as often as I can. Feels more comfortable, unless the path is covered with small rocks or not so thick gravel.

But gravel is very healthy to walk on. Sure it takes time to get used to it, but it cured my flat feet.
Just avoid cig butts, broken glass, narkoman syringes, sea hedgehogs, sharp stones, hot asphalt, dog crap, bubblegums, bureks, kebabs...
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Leshma on July 27, 2012, 02:58:25 pm
Quote from: djavo on July 27, 2012, 12:03:01 pm
Just avoid cig butts, broken glass, narkoman syringes, sea hedgehogs, sharp stones, hot asphalt, dog crap, bubblegums, bureks, kebabs...

I don't think they have any of those lying on their roads.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 27, 2012, 03:01:11 pm
Quote from: Leshma on July 27, 2012, 02:58:25 pm
I don't think they have any of those lying on their roads.

Not even bureks?
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Overdriven on July 27, 2012, 06:52:06 pm
Pretty much the only kind of shoes I ever wear. I'm in the cheapo phase and you can usually pick up those for £10. I just wear the same pair till they break apart then spend another £10.
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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 11:11:55 pm
Oh I forgot my work boots:

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Similiar to those. Got them for free from work :P. I sometimes use those during the winter even if I'm not working.

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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 27, 2012, 11:34:49 pm
Quote from: WarLord on July 27, 2012, 11:19:36 pm
Wow, from what I read, I´m in no phase at all - or a little bit of all, lol.
Or most likely the whole theory is complete bullshit from some women's magazine like Cosmo xDD
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Sarpton on July 28, 2012, 09:42:42 am
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  These types for work and no shoes when no working.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Bjord on July 28, 2012, 10:51:56 am
I wear fat street sneakers at all times, even in bed.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 28, 2012, 09:06:31 pm
Disgusting

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Stop! Hammer time!
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Adamar on July 29, 2012, 12:30:46 am
I wear addidas running shoes or anything similar as much as I can. After many years, I've found that they've the best ballance of comfort and practicality. I really hate having to wear anything different just because other people want, social whoring sucks.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 29, 2012, 12:47:51 am
Quote from: Adamar on July 29, 2012, 12:30:46 am
I wear addidas running shoes or anything similar as much as I can. After many years, I've found that they've the best ballance of comfort and practicality. I really hate having to wear anything different just because other people want, social whoring sucks.

You wear addidas or adidas, and no I am not grammar chocolate chip cookie. They have chinese fakes named addidas, or adihash.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Adamar on July 29, 2012, 01:14:35 am
Adidas, just looked.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 29, 2012, 03:45:59 am
Quote from: Adamar on July 29, 2012, 12:30:46 am
I wear addidas running shoes or anything similar as much as I can. After many years, I've found that they've the best ballance of comfort and practicality. I really hate having to wear anything different just because other people want, social whoring sucks.

Wears Adidas shoes. Says "social whoring sucks". Yeah right :D
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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Bjord on July 29, 2012, 04:02:20 am
Quote from: Son Of Odin on July 29, 2012, 03:45:59 am
Isn't Adidas a popular brand for "fashion" people?

You are so Finnish it's not even funny.

/me facepalms
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 29, 2012, 04:57:44 am
Quote from: Bjord on July 29, 2012, 04:02:20 am
You are so Finnish it's not even funny.

/me facepalms

Don't you facepalm at me you Swede! I couldn't figure what word to use there but I often see some attention whores using Adidas handbags, sneakers and hoodies. Never seen one using Nike or Asics bag for example. Ok those cider bitches aren't "fashion people", but they sure do seek for social acceptance...
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Overdriven on July 29, 2012, 09:34:43 am
In my country you'd be called a chav for wearing that.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 29, 2012, 12:53:41 pm
Quote from: Overdriven on July 29, 2012, 09:34:43 am
In my country you'd be called a chav for wearing that.
Wearing what?
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Adamar on July 29, 2012, 01:52:54 pm
I mentioned adidas running shoes as a type of footwear, so you can search and see what I mean. I care for the model, not the brand.
Seriously, I barely leave the house, what do I care for social acceptance?
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Overdriven on July 29, 2012, 07:21:52 pm
Quote from: Son Of Odin on July 29, 2012, 12:53:41 pm
Wearing what?

Adidas stuff!
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Son Of Odin on July 29, 2012, 07:27:32 pm
Quote from: Overdriven on July 29, 2012, 07:21:52 pm
Adidas stuff!
Do you mean stuff like this?

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That's what I see quite often.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Overdriven on July 29, 2012, 07:31:47 pm
I was thinking more (with adidas specifically of course):

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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 29, 2012, 08:06:30 pm
My new shoes

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+

my new glasses

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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Tigero on July 29, 2012, 10:07:58 pm
Quote from: djavo on July 27, 2012, 12:03:01 pm
But gravel is very healthy to walk on. Sure it takes time to get used to it, but it cured my flat feet.
Just avoid cig butts, broken glass, narkoman syringes, sea hedgehogs, sharp stones, hot asphalt, dog crap, bubblegums, bureks, kebabs...

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and you no longer need to worry about those things. And yeah barefoot walking and running are healthier than 'high-tech' supporting running shoes. Barefoot forces you to walk the right way or it will hurt, and when you move the right way it will save your joints, foot and back. Lamest thing i know in the world is when doctors recommend using even supportier shoes if you have flat foot, that way you only ruin your arches forever.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Rage_Guy on July 30, 2012, 01:57:47 am
Mine are very similar to these:
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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Berserkadin on July 30, 2012, 05:30:27 am
Quote from: Tigero on July 29, 2012, 10:07:58 pm
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and you no longer need to worry about those things. And yeah barefoot walking and running are healthier than 'high-tech' supporting running shoes. Barefoot forces you to walk the right way or it will hurt, and when you move the right way it will save your joints, foot and back. Lamest thing i know in the world is when doctors recommend using even supportier shoes if you have flat foot, that way you only ruin your arches forever.
Those look really comfortable.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Orchid101 on July 30, 2012, 04:38:49 pm
Perhaps, but I wouldn't even want to be caught dead in those.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: [ptx] on July 30, 2012, 04:55:54 pm
I usually try and find shoes that look like this:
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Goes well together with something like
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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Molly on July 30, 2012, 05:07:41 pm
Quote from: [ptx] on July 30, 2012, 04:55:54 pm
I usually try and find shoes that look like this:
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Goes well together with something like
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Considering your choice of shoes and pants, I gonna call you Grandpa from now on.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Teeth on July 30, 2012, 05:09:36 pm
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Whoop, something along these lines, have 2 more in different colours. Usually wear the neutral grey/black type.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: [ptx] on July 30, 2012, 06:14:39 pm
Quote from: benkei on July 30, 2012, 05:07:41 pm

Considering your choice of shoes and pants, I gonna call you Grandpa from now on.

Haha, what.

Okay, i don't dress like a 13 year old mainstreamer. Grandpa what is this i don't even
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Bjord on July 30, 2012, 06:33:25 pm
Quote from: [ptx] on July 30, 2012, 04:55:54 pm
I usually try and find shoes that look like this:
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Goes well together with something like
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Jesus, you have a horrible sense of style.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Adamar on July 30, 2012, 07:50:33 pm
I actually like it. The color scheme especially seems to match.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Bjord on July 30, 2012, 09:16:28 pm
Yeah, cargopants are really classy. :rolleyes:

Not even my grandparents wear that. And those shoes, I'd throw them in a dumpster. Ecco is a distusting brand. Not very visually appealing design.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: [ptx] on July 30, 2012, 09:19:29 pm
Good to know that you take fashion advice from your grandparents. I won't, though.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Bjord on July 30, 2012, 09:24:52 pm
If that was an attempt at being witty, you might have to try harder. But I don't blame you, Latvia and comedy is not something that should be mixed. :P

Also, work on your reading comprehension. I made no implication that I take fashion advice from my grandparents. But I'd take theirs over yours any day, that's for sure. :lol:
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Overdriven on July 30, 2012, 11:22:51 pm
Don't diss cargos. They make up probably a good 1/3 of my trousers.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Bjord on July 30, 2012, 11:26:08 pm
Do you also wear flip flops with them? And dreads and t shirt with marijuana leaf print?
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Overdriven on July 30, 2012, 11:35:11 pm
Hell no. I didn't study development studies either.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Bjord on July 30, 2012, 11:48:24 pm
Still, cargopants are hazardous to one's sex life(not like ptx has ever boned a girl, fucking permavirgin). Throw them away now while you can!

And if you like cargopants, you'd like khakis even more. Comfortable, most people think they're good looking and breezy, wear them during summer no problem.
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Banok on July 31, 2012, 02:29:29 am
^ yeah cargo's and hiking shoes recipe for virginity.
 
although I mostly still wear skate shoes even tho I stopped skating so many years ago and was never really fashionable. but they are too comfy especially the hi tops.

and yes apparently girls do really care about your shoes (they are stupid that way).
Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: djavo on July 31, 2012, 12:54:55 pm
Quote from: Banok on July 31, 2012, 02:29:29 am
^ yeah cargo's and hiking shoes recipe for virginity.
 
although I mostly still wear skate shoes even tho I stopped skating so many years ago and was never really fashionable. but they are too comfy especially the hi tops.

and yes apparently girls do really care about your shoes (they are stupid that way).

Just my 2 cents, bitches dig my shoes, especially in Čačak.

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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Kuyamzoleta on August 05, 2012, 09:49:11 am
http://www.amazon.com/Quiksilver-RF1-Mens/dp/B005EK6ZXM

These are pretty nice and comfortable

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Title: Re: Guys and shoes
Post by: Rumblood on August 06, 2012, 09:20:07 pm
Quote from: Banok on July 31, 2012, 02:29:29 am
and yes apparently girls do really care about your shoes (they are stupid that way).

Haha, when and how did you figure this out?