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How many pairs of shoes do you own?

54 replies

frogmore6 · 27/08/2014 17:33

I have just too many pairs of shoes (like 100 pairs) which I seem to hold on to forever- will give away clothes but not shoes. Sad I know-but I just cannot help it.

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peasandlove · 28/08/2014 11:21

I have about 40 but I'm getting rid of a few to make room for more

andream34 · 28/08/2014 12:45

Probably about 25 (after purging a few), including:
6 pairs ballet pumps (that get the most wear),
4 pairs ankle boots,
1 pair walking boots,
1 pair mock converse,
1 pair long winter boots,
1 pair trainers

The rest are heels, including four pairs of black.

CardiCorgi · 28/08/2014 13:20

35 ish, but if you count sports shoes then add at least another 15 pairs. I don't even think of myself as a shoe person, I certainly never seem to have the right pair for any formal occasion.

DrinkBelliniFallDown · 28/08/2014 14:00

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AtlanticDrift · 28/08/2014 17:49

I don't think I want to know the actual amount. But yes 100 is a ball park figure

PtraciDjelibeybi · 28/08/2014 17:55

I did have 235 pairs Blush - that included absolutely everything even wellies (of which I have five pairs) and slippers (four pairs).
I had a sort out and got rid of about 80.
I know I have too many. I never even have the opportunity to wear most of them. But I do love shoes and one piece of clothing can look so different with alternative footwear.

Notfootball · 28/08/2014 18:00

90 something which pales into insignificance compared to Ptraci Smile.

quirkychick · 28/08/2014 18:02

Not that much...
3 x sandals
2 x ballet flats (that I no longer wear & will probably chuck)
3 x trainers/hi tops
2 x heeled boots
2 x furry boots for winter
1 x long boots (that need replacing)

2 x ankle boots

quirkychick · 28/08/2014 18:05

Oh, 1 pair of wellies that need replacing, too.

MarshaBrady · 28/08/2014 18:09

High numbers!

Not sure about 30

GlaceCherries · 28/08/2014 18:14

70+ but that doesn't include a couple of pairs of flats or casual shoes. Maybe not some boots either Blush

Chocolategirl7 · 28/08/2014 20:26

About 60 pairs including about 9 that are too high for me to walk in but which I love immensely and could t throw out!

marne2 · 28/08/2014 20:36

2 pairs of boots
3 pairs of flip flops
1 pair of wellies
1 pair of trainers
2 pairs of high tops
1 pair of canvas shoes
1 pair of sketchers go walk
1 pair of crocs
3 pairs of sandals
1 pair of sensible black shoes.

Would love some new boots for the winter.

InculKate · 28/08/2014 20:38

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chopinbabe · 28/08/2014 20:59

About 20 shoes with heels of varying height, 1 pair of shoe boots and 4 pairs of boots.

Those of you with more than 50, where do you store them all?

PacificDogwood · 28/08/2014 21:00

Too many and not enough Blush

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PacificDogwood · 28/08/2014 21:05

I keep mine for decades many years.
I buy from ebay and in sales.

Chocolategirl7 · 28/08/2014 21:06

I have collected mine over 10 years - I throw away the old, worn out ones but keep those that don't get worn so much.

Storage is an issue tho - in the wardrobe, on top of the wardrobe, under the bed, in the cupboard under the stairs...... Not ideal and suggestions welcome!

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Egghead68 · 28/08/2014 21:19

7 or 8.

MrsMarigold · 28/08/2014 21:27

I only do comfy and all 25 pairs are worn.

2 x red wedges for everyday
1 x Birkinstocks
1 x indian flip flops
1 x brown ankle boots
1 x black knee length bikers
1 x ancient pair of orange ballet pumps
2 x really ugly campers but they are so comfy and good for the park/corner shop
1 x Silver kitten heel sandals
1 x gunmetal pointy kitten heels - (probably should go but maybe they'll return to fashion)
1 x lovely black stilletoes
1 x red patent heels
1 x tan ankle tie sandals
1 x dark brown wedge sandals
1 x lovely red suede high heeled sandals with a zip up the back
1 x Aigle wellies
1 x running shoes
1 x puma casual trainers
1 x ancient old school trainers
1 x cream and silver kitten heel snakeskin shoes from my wedding
1 x strappy high heels in tan and blue.
1 x sheepskin slippers
1 x Navy ballet pumps
1 x navy and wooden wedges

MrsMarigold · 28/08/2014 21:28

some I've had since school Blush

MrsMarigold · 28/08/2014 21:29

red shoes are my passion

picnicbasketcase · 28/08/2014 21:32

About 20, I think. I should get rid of some that I don't wear.