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These shoes - granny-ish or acceptable?

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Choughed · 12/03/2016 12:33

http://www.hotter.com/gb/en/widefit/wide-fit-shoes/karen-shoes-sl

I want them in black...

Thank you Smile

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Orangeanddemons · 12/03/2016 12:36

Ugh....sorry😄

MartinRohdesBellybuttonFluff · 12/03/2016 12:38

Sorry Choughed they are seriously veering into granny or nun territory and black would push them over the edge.

I can see how they'd be really comfortable though (trying to not offend you).

TheMasterMurderedMargarita · 12/03/2016 12:39

My Granny would not wear those.

Choughed · 12/03/2016 12:41
Blush

Are these any better? Again in black.

www.hotter.com/gb/en/womens/womens-size-9/audrey-shoes

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FloweryTwat · 12/03/2016 12:43

If you are a nurse (for example) and need something practical with a covered toe for long shift work, I think they are fine.

Otherwise, no.

(Sorry for offending any stylish nurses Grin)

NisekoWhistler · 12/03/2016 12:44

Er no and...no

Buttwing · 12/03/2016 12:45

Sweet Jesus no. Sorry.

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WhatDat · 12/03/2016 12:47

It's a definite no from me Thanks

Choughed · 12/03/2016 12:49

Grin say what you mean why don't you Grin

My problem is I need size 3 which lots of brands don't make. And I need a strap because my feet are different sizes.

You have made me see sense. I have found these - any good?

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These shoes - granny-ish or acceptable?
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SueLawleyandNicholasWitchell · 12/03/2016 12:50

No

SueLawleyandNicholasWitchell · 12/03/2016 12:50

New ones slightly worse than first

MartinRohdesBellybuttonFluff · 12/03/2016 12:51

Now you're veering towards the children's shoe dept, no from me, but if you like them that's all that matters.Smile

nattyknitter · 12/03/2016 12:52

Depends what you want them for.

Hotter mostly do granny shoes, but they are bloody comfortable and last for ages. If they were for work and you stand/walk a lot then I would say definitely get them.

Choughed · 12/03/2016 12:53

Grin I can't win with you lot!

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nilbyname · 12/03/2016 12:55

Have you tired camper shoes?

m.camper.com/en_ES/landing_campaigns.xhtml?family=1&type=W&camp=ss16

They are kind of ugly but edgy and unbelievably comfortable

Byrdie · 12/03/2016 12:58

Why do you need a strap? Just because your feet are different sizes or for other reasons? Clarks do an odd size service (for adults as well as kids i think) and although it's a bit more, you can then go for decent looking shoes (ok, if you can find some in clarks!) maybe a nice ballerina?

Tryingtobenicexxx · 12/03/2016 12:58

Oh god no.
Those are bad..[flowersConfused

Tryingtobenicexxx · 12/03/2016 13:00

How old are you if you don't mind me asking?
My nana is 85 and she has a similar pair.
I'm sure you could find something better..but if you like them go for it.
It's you whose wearing them.

HeadDreamer · 12/03/2016 13:02

byrdie I need a strap too for pumps because I git narrow feet. It isn't that unusual. I get away with just not wearing pumps! It's either boots or closed shoes like brogues for me.

Madbengalmum · 12/03/2016 13:04

God no, they are great granny shoes!

passthewineplz · 12/03/2016 13:06

How about these?

www.clarks.co.uk/p/26106099

Cass168 · 12/03/2016 13:07

You obviously really like them so go for it. Or at least try them in a shop to see what they actually look like on rather than ordering online. With trousers they'd probably be fine :-)

Cass168 · 12/03/2016 13:07

No, they're not hugely fashionable but does that matter?

Byrdie · 12/03/2016 13:08

I would still give the clarks odd size service a go as they will have separate widths in shoes too - especially as you're a size 3. Going in and getting measured, trying on a few shoes in different sizes and widths may help give you a bit more choice. And presumably be a bit more comfortable!

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