I've gone and bought myself a pair of Inline Skates on eBay which I'm sure I'd love and adore except, I think they were ordered for Men size 8. It doesn't specify whether it is for men or women and I'm fairly certain it is Men's size 8.

If that is the case, will my Women size 7and 1/2 feet have any hope of fitting in them???
I sincerely hope this wasn't a complete waste of money.
What is the size difference anyway? If I wear thick socks, will I still be able to skate in them?

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If you have feet that are wide or narrow finding the right shoes can be an arduous task. I should know, not only do I have wide feet but from being a bodybuilder for over 30 years I have also created an issue for finding clothes to fit right due to being larger than the average gorilla!

You don’t have to go to the extreme of having shoes custom made to get the proper fit. With the internet it is now easier than ever before to find the correct shoe for your foot. People with narrow or wide feet do not have to settle for shoes that don’t fit anymore. Online, you can actually find vendors who sell nothing but odd size shoes for those with wide or narrow feet.

Many people think that the issue of wide feet is primarily a problem for men but this is not the case. Women have the problem as well. It is sometimes easier for women to deal with the issue of wider feet however due to the large array of sandals and strapped shoes available to them.

While men may not have as large a selection as women there are many merchants that specialize in shoes for men with narrow or wide feet in dress shoes, casual shoes as well as athletic footwear. You will also be pleasantly surprised to find that the prices aren’t as high as you would think for such specialty items. Just remember that due to this being a rarer product than that of the general public the inventory available may be limited and you may have to wait for the shoe you want to come in stock.

Another thing that one needs to bear in mind is that the fit of the shoe will vary depending on the style. This is most important for women who may need a different size when wearing heels than they do with a wedge for example. Even when shopping online this doesn’t have to be an issue, most reputable online footwear stores offer a liberal free return policy to alleviate the fear of being stuck with shoes that don’t fit properly.

Some women are embarrassed to have large feet but they need not be. Having large feet is not a derogatory thing and does not make you an ogre so get over it! It’s funny because some men who have small and narrow feet have feelings of inferiority as well. Who cares about what size your feet are? That’s what makes the world so interesting, diversity. It also creates markets for different products. Whether you have feet that are larger and wider than that of the general population or feet that are narrow, the best selection you will find anywhere can be had on the internet.

Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach, Florida. Find more about footwear as well as Wide Shoes at http://www.designershoesplus.com

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Interview attire advice often focuses on suit colors and cuts for men and whether to wear a skirt or slacks for women and the color of either. Other articles of interview attire are even more important. A case in point is shoes. For both men and women, wearing the right style and type of shoes can often serve as the most important and most visible item of interview attire.

For Men

For men there are four types of shoes that are acceptable for interviews. There are from most to least formal: the black oxford shoe, the black brogue shoe, the black tassel loafer and finally the black dress penny loafer. Each of these shoes has a distinct style and message. Regardless of which style of shoe is worn, they should be well maintained – meaning not scuffed or worn at the heel and highly polished.

The black leather oxford shoe. This is the classic tie shoe. It has either a plain to or a non-perforated cap toe. This is the dressiest of men’s shoes and are popular with investment bankers, government officials and other’s who must portray formality and consistency.

The black leather brogue shoe. Often described as the wing tip, this is slightly less formal than the oxford. It may be cap toed or have the wing shaped toe decoration both of which are perforated. Acceptable with suits, the brogue has been a favorite of businessmen for decades although it fell out of favor during the “casual Friday” dress down era of the 1990s.

The black leather tassel loafer. The tassel loafer has been around for decades. Once classified as Ivey League or preppy, it is now a business staple. It is a loafer with stitching around the toe and a pair of leather tassels. The shoe is not as formal as either the oxford or the brogue but is acceptable with business suits in all but the most formal and tradition bound professions.

The black leather penny loafer. This is not a casual loafer with the big “beef roll” and the rough hand stitching around the toe. The penny loafer for dress is more refined in cut and stitching. It looks like and is a dress shoe. The least formal of the business shoe styles, it is sleek and clean and works with suits for all but the most formal occasions.

What kinds of men’s shoes to avoid for interviews? First, the heavy soled and big toed lace and slip-on shoes popular with younger men should be avoided. Even if they say they are dress shoes, they say all the wrong things about one. Secondly, avoid casual shoes such as weekend loafers or other very casual shoes with leather, rubber or plastics soles. Finally, avoid trendy shoes. If attracted to a pair of shoes that would look great on the dance floor at a club or at a wild party, keep them for those events. Do no wear them to an interview. Trendy is not an interview look unless you are a fashion designer or in the arts.

The right kinds of shoes are available at stores and on-line. The most popular traditional interview shoes are sold by: Church’s Shoes (English design, very traditional), Alden (American and very traditional), Allen-Edmonds, Cole-Haan and Johnson & Murphy. Stores that carry the right kinds of shoes for interviews include: Brooks Brothers, Joseph A. Bank and Nordstrom.

For Women

While there are infinitely more styles of women’s shoes available than men’s, the styles that are appropriate for interviews are even more limited. The rules about the condition of shoes for women are the same as for men. The shoes must be in top condition and well maintained if not new. While all the colors for men included black and black, there are more possibilities fro women. While black and navy are safe bets 95% of the time. Other colors are OK but must complement the suit or outfit and should match the purse or handbag too. Avoid light colored shoes for interview and never wear white shoes to an interview unless it is for a nursing position. If brown, dark shades are best. Avoid suede and never wear shoes that have metallic sparkle, glitter or sequins for an interview (or for business ever).

The styles of shoes that are appropriate for women to wear for interviews fall into four categories: classic leather pump with a heel, the leather sling back style with a heel, the classic leather Mary Jane style shoe with a heel, the flat or ballet style shoe in leather. All should be leather. All should be well maintained and worn with neutral colored stockings or pantyhose regardless of the season or temperature (or knee highs if work with slacks).

The leather pump. Heel heights and shapes vary. This is the traditional shoe for women in business. Solid color.

The leather sling back style with a heel. Again heel heights and shapes very. This shoe while very traditional has an adjustable strap rather than a closed back. The shoe is classic and in good taste but with a bit more style and is considered a bit more dressy than the plain leather pump.

The classic leather Mary Jane shoe. This is not the flat soled cloth model or even the funky thick soled model worn by teens. It is basically a leather pump in style and cut with a thin strap ending in an adjustable buckle across the instep. Better with skirts than with slacks.

The flat or ballet style shoe in leather. This kind of shoe if made of fine leather and in a traditional cut is classic, flattering and is worn by women of all heights. But it is favored by very tall and strangely enough, very short women. It may be plain or decorated with a discrete bit of gold metal or grosgrain bow at the toe. The casual ballet slipper style in fabric, needlepoint or less dressy leather should be saved for wear with jeans or khakis.

What shoes are not appropriate for women to wear to interviews? Frankly, everything else unless the interview is not for business, non-profits or one of the professions. Anything in unnatural colors or with sparkles or anything novel just will not do. Flip flops are a no always. As are sandals. Big, clunky shoes are for teenagers or weekends. Loafers are for khakis and weekends. Tie shoes are not appropriate for women in business unless running an art gallery or a church order. Finally, strappy, very high heeled shoes should be left for weekends and never for work. Forget what they say in “Sex and the City”.

Women’s interview shoes are available at many women’s stores, shoe stores and department stores. The list is really too long to do justice here. Some of the more traditional sources are: Cole Haan, Talbots, Nordstrom, Lord and Taylor and Brooks Brothers plus the some of the designers who offer quality shoes in more classic styles.

Shoes speak volumes about a person. This is never truer than in an interview environment. Make sure the shoes that you wear say all the right things. While they will not guarantee a job, the will not be an obstacle if the points outlined above are observed.

George F. Franks, III is the President of Franks Consulting Group, a Bethesda, Maryland based management consulting and leadership coaching practice. Franks Consulting Group’s clients include businesses, non-profit organizations and individual leaders. You can contact Franks Consulting Group at: franksconsultinggroup@gmail.com
Franks Consulting Group is on the web at: http://franksconsultinggroup.com
George’s weblog is: http://consultingandcoaching.blogspot.com

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Ok so 3 more posts today that I’ve dug up – I’m an information JUNKIE on this stuff lately. Give em a browse and let me know what ya reckon. They’re just from a few different sites I’ve been surfing lately that are generally good for information like this…

Kelly Osbourne to go for surgery after 'Dancing With The Stars' stint ends

"I can't wait to dig out my dancing shoes," the Sun quoted her as saying. October 3rd, 2009 WASHINGTON – Pop star Kelly Osbourne has revealed that she has …   Read More…

Roughing it?

Having said that, there is the small issue of "The Shoes". I have a lot of them and I do tend to refer to them as "the pretties", sometimes in the kind of …   Read More…

Bound by History

In fact, most men saw only the shoes, which then became eroticized objects. To squeeze the tip of a woman's slipper was an act of sexual provocation, …   Read More…
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what is women's size 7 in men's?

shoes.com only has them listed in men's, even though they are clearly women's shoes:

http://www.shoes.com/Shop/ProductDetails…

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Connecting with customers

From pajamas, to hats and mittens, jeans, shoes, jewelry and more, McMasters said anyone, men or women, who come in, should be able to find something to …   Read More…

Business profile: The Princess Shop and the Shoe Port

Shoe Port sells: Women's and men's casual and dress shoes and boots; also fashion boots; dyed-to-match shoes. A rare find: Stocks hard-to-find slim (NN) and …   Read More…

Every School Every Thursday – West Des Moines, Clive and Waukee

These will include clothing, shoes, toys, and household needs for every member of the family. There will be a tag (ornament) on the tree with one item on …   Read More…
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What converse shoe size am I in men's?

I'm looking to order a pair of converse but I can only find them in mens sizes and I'm not sure what size I am for converse. I'm a size five in womens converse and normaly a size 6-7 in regular womens. Can anyone help me here? Thanks.

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Whats the difference between men and women shoe sizes?

I really want these mizuno shoes but the color i want come for girls, if i am a size 10 what size would i have to get to fit a women shoe size?

A gift is considered as a perfect way to express love, care, and affection to your beloved. With 09 Christmas drawing near, it is really very important for you to spare some time to choose suitable Christmas gifts if you want to give a big surprise to your boyfriend.

But truly, choosing a wonderful and distinctive Christmas gift for your boyfriend is a daunting task since it seems that few things in the shop are just right for him.

Feel upset? Feel depressed? Take it easy since we are here to help you with some bright ideas for choosing the most special and suitable Christmas gifts for your dear boyfriend.

The top 6 Christmas gift ideas are listed as follows, in no particular order, hoping they can help you.

Wrist watch: Men have a special affection to watches since during the days that they are not allowed to wear jewelry, watches are their only ornaments. Thus, if you choose a stylish and delicate watch for your boyfriend, he will be very delightful, absolutely.

Picture frame: There are various picture frames available in the market, and you can pick some one with special shape and design, such as heart-shaped one, animal-shaped one, etc. And the thing that really matters is what to put into the frame. A sound and amazing suggestion is the pretty handwriting on which you list down “15 things that I love about you” and I believe that your boyfriend will be touched by this gift.

Cartier Jewelry: For years, we always believe that jewellery is just for women and men should stay away from it. But as a matter of fact, men also like jewelry. So if you give your boyfriend a piece of special jewelry, they will be very excited. Just keep mind, the jewelry you choose should follow his taste and style. If you have no idea what kind of jewelry he would like, then choose one from some popular jewelry brand, such as Tiffany jewelry, Cartier jewellery, etc. this kind of gift will bring a big smile on your boy’s face.

Perfume: Perfume is always among the most welcomed gift list and no men would refuse such kind of gift since fragrance relaxes their body and gives each of them a unique flavor. Obviously, perfume, such as cologne, is a good choice. But do not forget that the flavor you choose should be his favorite.

Gadgets: Men pay great attention to the gadgets they use, so a great way to express your care and love for your boyfriend is to send him the latest gadgets. And you have a lot of choice, such as cell phone, iPod, electronic diary, etc. and you can choose one of them according to his need, preference, and your budget, of course. Besides, you can write down your name on the cover of the gift, giving him a personal touch of yours.

Shoes Many people will not choose shoes as Christmas gift since they are afraid that they can not choose the right shoes for their boyfriends. But the truth is your boyfriend would be excited and surprised if you give him a pair of nice shoes since men are just crazy about shoes. What’s more, it shows that you really care about him and even know his foot size. How can he keep calm when receiving such gift?

Actually, men are not so hard to please. The efforts you put in when choosing Christmas gift for him will be enough to show him how you care about your relationship.

Wish each of you have a nice Christmas in 2009.

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While the best brands of women’s running shoes can be expensive there are inexpensive options that can look and feel just as great. There are a few key elements that are important to keep in mind when choosing a useful pair of running shoes. If these factors are considered during any search for athletic shoes anyone can find the best pair of shoes to fit their feet, and these shoes are sure to be comfortable and affordably priced.

The first element important to consider on any quest for shoes is size. It is essential to women, men and children that the foot is sized properly before any shoe purchase. A foot size can be just a simple number size or it can be a number size plus the addition of narrow or wide. It is best to consult a shoe professional in a retail store that has had some experience with sizing. She will measure the foot and ensure that the appropriate size is found in a high quality pair of running shoes.

The next step is to determine a woman’s foot type. Foot type is especially important in the world of women’s athletic shoes. There are three main types of feet; these types are flat feet, neutral feet and high arched feet. Each foot type needs a specific type of running shoe.

Specific types of running shoes include motion control shoes, shoes with extra support and neutral shoes. Women who have flat feet usually need help with stability while running. The best shoes for these women are called motion control shoes. On the other hand, if a woman has high arched feet shoes with extra support are best for her. While a neutral footed women will run best in neutral shoes.

Regardless of the type of shoe that is appropriate for a certain women’s foot type, all women usually consider style and color before purchasing a pair of running shoes. Women’s running shoes are available in a rainbow of colors and a variety of styles. Popular styles are low and high topped shoes, laces, Velcro and slip on shoes.

The one thing that all styles and colors have in common is support. The right amount of support is essential for a runner. Running is hard on the lower extremities of any body. It is most often felt in the feet, the knees and the legs. These areas are also where the majority of running related injuries occur. However, shoes that have a great deal of support can help to prevent injuries.

Running shoe support does not last forever. In fact, most running shoes are only guaranteed for a certain amount of running. After a runner has run the amount of miles that are promised for support, the shoes usually begin to hurt the runner’s feet. That is when it is a great time to buy a new pair of running shoes. After all, every runner knows that shoes do not last forever.

Anne Clarke writes numerous articles for Web sites on gardening, parenting, fashion, and home decor. Her background also includes running, yoga, and tattoos. For more of her useful information on running and running shoes, visit milanrunning.com.

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Hey Readers! I’ve been comin across some crazy stuff the past few days from a few different blogs around the web which I just had to share with you. Check em out below…

Two dead, two injured in Bothell crash

Put yourself in someone else's shoes and think how you might feel if you logged online to read an article about your son who was just killed and you read a …   Read More…

Your Health Care May Change: Please Stand By

Thirty-four states, for instance, do not force insurers to cover orthotic (think shoe inserts) or prosthetic equipment–partly because it's not worthwhile …   Read More…

Potentially Huge 'Hawks News: Kane, Toews, Keith nearing deals?

Put yourself in Kane or Toews shoes…stay in Chicago for 4.5 million a year for the next 4 years, have a chance of winning every year, people in the city …   Read More…
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I'm trying to get asics, but the shoes I like use men's sizes. They don't even have a size chart! Can someone please help me?

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Hey Readers! I’ve been comin across some crazy stuff the past few days from a few different blogs around the web which I just had to share with you. Check em out below…

Downtown devotion

Eric Johnson When you walk through the door at Fox Shoe Services, it's almost as if time has stood still. Not much has changed since Grover Fox's father, …   Read More…

A letter to a stalker

Another was drawn by shoe size, and so when he was in the Himalayas he never came back after seeing the footprint of an Yeti. One was a sucker for girls who …   Read More…

Human bones found in Livingston

Investigators found a pair of cargo shorts, a Columbia brand shirt and a pair of black Sketcher low quarter shoes, size 9‰. The pants and shirt were too …   Read More…
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i wear size 11 women's. i'm ordering jump soles, but anyways,
i should order the men's medium (8-10) right?

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