8 Reasons Your Shoes Look Cheap - How To Find Expensive Looking Shoes
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- 8 REASONS YOUR SHOES LOOK CHEAP & HOW TO FIND EXPENSIVE LOOKING SHOES
Today I'm sharing 8 reasons our shoes look cheap and how we can use that information to find expensive looking shoes. These tips can help you find beautiful, high quality shoes that will last for years. Subscribe here for more videos like this: bit.ly/2pFnkE7
SHOES I PERSONALLY OWN AT VARIOUS PRICE POINTS THAT HAVE LASTED A LONG TIME, ARE COMFORTABLE & LOOK GREAT. I ALWAYS RECOMMEND WAITING FOR SALES
- Josefinas bit.ly/3fiIMLP
- Vaneli Shoes bit.ly/3flMAvU
- Crockett & Jones bit.ly/3idKQqm
- Carmina Shoes bit.ly/3CecNq2
- Margaux bit.ly/37fis0w
- Manolo Blahnik - bit.ly/3je3IVi (worth the investment & I have my eye on a new pair soon but all of mine so far have been purchased via eBay or TheRealReal)
- Salvatore Ferragamo (You can find many pairs brand new, never worn for over 1/2 price on ebay , Poshmark & The Real Real)
- Aquatalia bit.ly/2TNpt5P
- Chanel (I own a pair of ballet flats that I bought at a second hand price over 7 years ago. I love them but I don't know that I could recommend spending their current full retail)
- Nisolo bit.ly/3C1T8JN
- Dear Frances bit.ly/3lj4NOv
- Gucci loafers (I have a pair of the 1953 Horsebit loafers that I bought over 8 years ago & still love. I've heard the quality has gone down so maybe that would make a good video)
- Thursday Boots bit.ly/3yh49ok
- GH Bass (I own a pair of weejuns that I love) bit.ly/3ydJMZ0
- The Office Of Angela Scott bit.ly/3yjJQXl
- Shoe Passion bit.ly/3yjr2aG
SHOES I DON'T OWN, BUT HAVE HEARD GOOD THINGS FROM PEOPLE I TRUST
- Sam Edelman bit.ly/3iil1FK
- Sarah Flint bit.ly/3lkAGGs
- Aeyde bit.ly/3fC7APd
- Stuart Weitzman bit.ly/3rTrTwf
- Cheaney bit.ly/37bUtzg
- Clarks bit.ly/37aMrqu
- Jay Butler bit.ly/3j9RQUv
- Baudoin & Lange bit.ly/3ylWipp
- Loake bit.ly/2TLW8Zo
- Scarosso bit.ly/37xt4rW
- John Lobb bit.ly/2Vcdlf9
- Penelope Chilvers bit.ly/2V3dB0f
- Nomasei bit.ly/3xc8t6Z
- Jack Erwin bit.ly/3zZE9y0
- Vagabond bit.ly/3lhXQgm
- Bobbies bit.ly/3fjvZZq
- Bruno Magli bit.ly/2TLWFKS
- Roger Vivier bit.ly/2WJKC1V
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Thank you so much for watching! If you want to share, I’d love to know any shoes you’ve had a good experience with and I’ll add them to the description box ❤️ Also it goes without saying but price doesn’t always equal quality
I think Stubbs & Wootton makes a great loafer “Classic Slipper” that is comfortable and lasts and can be worn anywhere-especially great for travel. Thanks for this helpful video ❤️❤️
Mephisto by far are the most comfortable shoes for me. I have Morton's Neuroma and Plantar fasciitis and I can walk miles and miles in them.
In the UK, Clark’s is always a good choice. Price is mid range, very comfortable and lasts a long time.
For heels I absolutely love the Danish brand Roccamore. They build their shoes on lasts and they all have a built in orthopedic-designed insole for extra support. It alleviates some of the pressure from the forefoot. The brand also puts effort into sustainable production practices. ❤️
Thank you Audrey, you represent sense and sensibility while being stylish! Go sister! Mmm What will you recommend if we wish to buy affordable vegan shoes that are durable and yet stylish and good for environment?
Good tips! I have often found that expensive doesn’t always equal good quality. So even with expensive shoes it’s always good to check the things mentioned in this video.
Completely agree!
I disagree....expense shoes meet all the parameters mentioned
1. good shape
2. is not flat, has a delineation/slight heel/differentiation between the front and back of the heel
3. material must not be thin (thick material and sturdy shape)
4. no visible glue marks. A well-constructed shoe is typically sewn together
5. seams, threads. no buckling rippling, or threads coming undone
6. attention and care is given to the shoes
7. train your eyes to look at shoes as to which kind will last the longest
8. beautiful patterns and prints
9. embellishments - when in doubt, go without
10. avoid unevenly or unrealistically colored shoes
Someone puts time and effort into producing a video only to get these comments…
@@TheHearthFairy I agree. For me, some of the visuals were very helpful.
thank you for your comment, it helps me remember and keep track of what's in the video when I'm making personal notes again 😊
P.S. don't worry about the negative/indifferent comments.
@@alina8355 thank you! I wrote this while I was watching the video so I wouldn't forget and better understand her points. I thought it would just get buried in the comments section but I'm glad it helped other people.
@@TheHearthFairy I very much appreciate Audrey's video and I do think that people would miss out on important explanations, not to mention visual examples, if they just look at my notes. My notes, that were made just for me, contain a fraction of what she taught in the video.
I can't imagine the amount of time it takes to research these vids Audrey. I've watched several vids that describe how to look for higher quality shoes and they generally tend to say the same thing. All of your points are new and fresh, and you explain them beautifully. Thank you for such high quality content and all the hard work you put in!
Dam.. i can't at times spot the difference between the 2 shoes that you showed!
I think we will need another video of pointing that out for us...
Eg: the nude buckle shoes looked so much alike!
I tap hardware elements with my nails and feel for density. If it seems a 5 year old can easily break it, then it means I probably will too.
Buy glasses
I'd love to see a video about how to clean and care for shoes. I'm terrible at keeping casual shoes clean, and never know what the best products are to shine my "dress up" shoes and boots. Audrey, we need your help!
I recommend Kirby Allison here on YT. He does men’s shoes but I’ve learned a lot about shoe care
Also try Nicole Rudolph on YT
Just an info, I keep my white sneakers as new by using baby wapes after every other wear and washing white laces with some kind bleach. Perhaps that helps :)
I'd recommend Rose Anvil's channel, where he goes into depth on the construction of boots and the flaws found in fast fashion footwear.
Wow, nice recommendation!! 👍💕
Yes I love this channel!
Thank you!
I recently bought some Clarks. I am also a fan of Tamaris shoes too.
Once I find something comfortable I become a loyal customer.
I am a teacher and confort is important. But when my boyfriend came with terms as foot pronation in order to better choose my shoes I realized how deep this field is. And also an answer why my closet is full of shoes I cannot wear.
Very useful information, Audrey!
I’m a teacher too and I’m always looking for comfortable shoes that look good. I like the way Birkenstock’s feel but not a huge fan of the way they look, although they’re on trend at the moment. Lol
Some clark shoes I have a hard time with because I have a bunion and where they sew the toe and sides are seamed. With the wide foot at the toe and narrow at the hill that my foot needs ,clarks are usually to tight. I like Eastland shoes. For my feet buying real leather shoes is better because they stretch to form to my foot.
One of the oldest pair of shoes in my collection is my Clarks loafers. They're super comfortable and have come in handy not just for the transitional seasons, but also for travel purposes. Nice to know that this brand continues to have success for some of us! 😊
I used to love Clarks, but their sandals have are being made more cheaply than they used to be, also they are wider so I just can't find a sandal that looks as good or fits as well in their brand anymore. I bought a few pairs on eBay to get the style I wanted but the soles just didn't age well either.
@@preston6814 My mom gave me a pair of funky, painted-looking Birkenstock clogs, and I have gotten more compliments on those things! Even from the high school students I used to volunteer with! ☺
The side by side comparison is SO helpful!! I've always wondered why my shoes never look as nice as my coworkers.. thank you for all the research and care you take in your videos!
You hit the nail on the head when you said shoes should be shaped like feet. However, one of the hallmarks of cheap women's shoes is that they are made from men's foot lasts. Men's feet are shaped differently from women's feet. Women's shoes made from men's foot lasts won't fit properly and will likely be uncomfortable, plus they will likely not look "right".
That explains the horribly painful silver shoes I bought to go with an evening gown. The curves on the shoes and my bones did not fit together. Since my daughter's feet and mine are shaped differently, I let her wear them to one of her formals. It was even worse and she came home with bloody feet. I replaced them with a pair that looks like something Aunt Bea would wear to a formal ball but at least I can dance the night away. Still looking for another silver pair, though.
I don't know, I order mens shoes smetimes because they fit my feet better. If they are shoes that are similar to a womens shoes like some oxfords or loafers and some athletic shoes. My feet were always hard to be comfortable, in many womens shoes. When I was young I had to wear cheap shoes because the more expensive shoes were not tall enough at the toe and arch area. One of my daughters had the same problem and one of my grandaughters is the same way. I guess if we had them made they would work out , with better shoes. I don't think that would be cost effective for a 4 year old that is constantly changing sizes.
Ugh the shrink'em and pink'em idea. Going to a shoe store and being fit by a man can really suck too. I insisted I wanted to try a half size down and the sales person refused to bring me the shoe, he said he could order my size since they didn't carry half sizes in that style. He would only bring me the half size up which was really too big. I mean bringing me the next size down would give me an idea if the half size between would be the best fit, but oh no I might just buy the whole size down and it could be too small. I own lots of shoes a half size up or down from my size and they are all comfortable. Not all shoes fit the same, so why should the size on the shoe label be any different than clothes labels as merely a starting point for fit.
Its funny that you mentioned that the shoe is shaped like a foot. I grew up in Hawaii where I didn't wear covered shoes all that much. My husband grew up in the mainland US and we discussed how his foot is shaped like a shoe and mine aren't ( my feet have a very wide toe box).
That’s so interesting!
That's because modern shoes (every single pair you see in this video, btw) are just awful for the feet. They may look fancy and pretentious but in reality, they are causing life-long problems with spine/posture, leg muscles, knee tendons, ankles...not to mention that 99% of the population suffers from hallux valgus/rigidus, ingrown toenails, hammer toes, plantar fasciitis and many other deformities/ailments. Keep your feet wide and healthy and protect them at all costs :-) Please, do not wear tight, pointy or heeled shoes.
@@jvnd2785 yep. I couldn't wear a single pair shown here for more than a few blocks.
If you want comfortable shoes, go look for German brand shoes, they have size G (wide) as normal sizing wearing comfortable for the broader size feet.
@@tinekejoldersma
Most definitely Birkenstock’s🥰
My #1 requirement is good arch support. Some expensive shoes lack in this area.
This is a great topic! I have been moving toward quality over quantity over the last few years, especially for shoes! I find I tend to wear only a few styles in a season and I don’t move along with trends too much. I like really classic things so I’d rather have something really well made. Thanks, Audrey! These are great tips. ♥️
Most importantly, wearing cheap, badly constructed shoes will result in long-term health issues to your feet, back and hips. Not worth it. If you can only afford 2 or 3 pairs of good shoes, then just buy the good shoes. Your body will thank you for it.
The long term effects of cheap shoes is no joke. Just got over painful sciatica, no more cheap shoes for me.
That’s a really really good point. Thank you for stating that.
What brands do you recommend for quality shoes that won't hurt my feet?
I love loafers because they're comfortable while still making an outfit feel classic and timeless, and so the examples you showed in the cutaways gave me some good insight as to what seems cheap vs. what looks like higher quality or more expensive. I appreciate you making this video Audrey, and one thing I can agree with is that most shoes that are low quality can more often than not be trend driven. Perhaps this is why I don't like playing with most trends these days and I see nothing wrong with that 😄
Thank you for the tips but more importantly your list of shoemakers! For YEARS, I have searched for stylish, well made shoes with comfortable heels but never find what I am looking for even when I splurge or take into account the tips that people share. This list is golden- I’ve already found amazing shoes on them. Thank you!
Wow this was the video I didn't know I needed! So helpful!
I can’t afford to buy cheap
Exactly like my mother used to say "we are not rich enough to buy cheap"
Wow I am discovering that this is way beyond my level. I can't tell the difference between the "cheap shape" and "expensive shape" shoes at all, and I can't see the flaws in stitching or glue in the images or even tell how thin or thick material is from the images. (I'm hoping I'd be able to see those in person, but I'm pretty sure I wouldn't get what's more or less expensive shapes in person either.)
I buy all my shoes secondhand so price isn't usually a factor I can judge by in terms of quality, and I often don't know the brands (or if I do, they're often built for lighter, fancy wear than my lifestyle, which is hard on my shoes.)
I feel the same way! I can't tell the difference between the cheap/expensive images in this video, or I can't see what's worse about the cheap versions. Maybe I just have "cheap taste" in shoes??
I agree. An arrow pointing out the flaw would have helped.
Same here. Often couldn’t differentiate the photos. But I still learned a lot to at least be more conscious.
I try to buy secondhand, where quality may be even more important for longevity.
Same here. A lot of the "bad" examples of shoes looked fine to me.
I had the same issue!
Thank you Audrey for another informative video. I like how you bring to our attention this kind of information. Love from The Netherlands XXX
This is perfect! Love the side by side comparison and mentioning that well constructed shoe and how it should still wear over time. Love your channel and content. Very practical and purposeful.
Great video as always Audrey, I have watched one of your previous videos highlighting the importance of a distinctive sole on ballet flats for example and it has really changed the way I shop for shoes now! It's not even about the brand, it's much more about the way they have been made!! Thank you.
Thank you for this. More than anything in your carefully curated closet, I admire your shoes!
These side-by-side comparisons are extremely educational; I learned so much visually! Although I struggled to tell the difference for many of the comparisons; many of the poor quality shoes looked very nice to me, haha
I have some Donald Pliner that are over 20 years old and still look amazing. As you mentioned, Aquatalia, SW, Ferragamo are others that last forever and are timeless. I have had good luck with the Vanelis which fit me like a glove.
Great video Audrey. The side by side comparison shots are very helpful to "see" the difference. I think my leopard flats need to go...:)
Excellent tips! Details really make a huge difference.
Great topic and very informative. Thank you Audrey. Remain blessed xxx
The side by side comparisons were SO helpful!
Great video Audrey thank you! A similar one on handbags would be very useful.
I had a fabulous pair of ballet flats from L K Bennett. They were real leather and pink and once I added the half soles recommended they lasted so well. They only had to be replaced because I overwore them! I miss them and wish I could have them again but sadly they were bought in an outlet Centre more than 10 years ago.
Lovely video, Audrey. I find thin soles are the worst! Terribly uncomfortable which affects posture. I think if shoes are uncomfortable it shows in the way you walk, adding to a sloppy aesthetic. 💕
Thank you, Audrey. I recently tried on a pair of boots and remembered your tip to make sure the glue does not show. I returned them and will receive a better constructed pair.
Great video, Audrey! Kinda hard to do when you shop at Ross and Walmart.....
But, you made excellent,excellent points! I am revamping my wardrobe to buy less, but better quality clothes and shoes. This video helped a lot!
Another fantastic video! Thank you Audrey
"and there you have it!" soo pleasing to my ears 😮❤❤
Such interesting and helpful tips. Thank you, Audrey.
Very timely.
Great tips. Thank you Audrey
Very helpful video with lots of takeaways, like paying attention to the embellishments. Thank you!
Great information on a topic not often discussed. Thanks so much!
Audrey, Thank you so much for the list of shoe brands that you have had success with and especially for listing Josephinas. Everything about their brand really resonates with me and it's so rare that that happens. I encourage others to take a look at their website. I loved the references to the Women's Suffragette movement, Audrey Hepburn, Marie Antoinette, Carmen, The Moscow Ballet and Women's Empowerment/ standing up against domestic violence. The videos were done beautifully with an elegant choice of music and they have a vegan collection. I love when I am feeling this inspired, Thank you!
I'll never forget when the 3:30 scenario happened to me while flying! During a layover, I frantically ran to every airport shop for any kind of shoes I could *walk* in! All I found were a cheap pair of slippers to get me through my connecting flight, the New York hotel, and an apartment viewing. Emergency shoe errand to the rescue!
And I was just about to buy some new shoes. Thanks for this
Great video! I would add that finding a good shoe mender is also a must, as this can ensure your shoes both keep the looks and last for a long time (even if they're not super expensive) 🙂
So informative thank you, new subscriber! The way you talk is fabulous.
The visual comparisons are very helpful 👍🤩❤️
Thank you for also including so many examples!
I needed this vid soooo much thank youuu
I'm very impressed with how many examples you have!
Thank you for this fantastic content, Audrey. ❤️
Excellent observations. I am learning a lot.
I needed it surely, looking into managing my wardrobe for a long time, cutting the clutter, building a style. Thank you so much.
Great content as usual Audrey! …Consignment shops, believe it or not - can be an affordable option for well maintained, high end classic styles if your size happens to be available.
A very informative video, full of clear examples. Thank you Audrey!
Wow! Great video, learned so much! Thank you!
Great tips Audrey, thanks. Also, cannot thank you enough for your heel height measurement against one's thumb, your tip changed my approach and purchase choices.
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Great tips! Thank you.
This video was beyond informative!! Thank you so much for this:)
Magistral video, always perfection.Thank you for the information. 😊
Such a great video. Thank you!
Really great and new information. Thank you! I continue to learn from you.
Thank you, Audrey. This is a very informative video. I've been wanting to purge my shoes but I had no idea where to start.
Very helpful tips, thank you!
Did anyone compliment the dress you were wearing? There's this elegant (with a level of sophistication) yet still homey, cozy vibe~
I would have never thought of these tips, but it makes so much sense. Thanks for sharing.
Very interesting! Thank you so much!
Thank you for the great video! This was useful information
I'm obsessed with your channel. Amazing content!
Excellent video. I will look for these details from now on!👌
Love the video presentation. Thanks for the tips Audrey. More power.
This was a great video! Thanks so much for putting it together!!
SUCH a good and informative and original video. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible wisdom :D
Great visual examples. Appreciated.
Amazing work with pictures 👏👏👏 thank you for that ☺️
I love my Salvatore Ferragamo low block heel pumps. And the signature bow is classic.
Great tips 💗
The photo comparisons was helpful thank you 😍
What an informative video, thank you!
Great tips for shoes, TY!
Fantastic advice! Thank you!
Polish and clean shoes meticulously! I do this with all my shoes, including the soles. I also made shoe bags to store my seasonal shoes to keep them clean and dust free!
I would LOVE if you made a video on all the different shoe types out there to choose from. It would make it so much easier to search on pintrest for shoe type by specific style name than just general "boot" or "sneaker" or "sandal". Thanks for all your great videos I learn so much!
Such a great reference video, especially the links. So many great and reliable-sounding brands!
Great video Audrey! I actually realized that these are the same things I subconsciously consider when I'm looking for shoes 👀
This was very interesting! Loved how you showed comparisons but most of all I liked your explanations as to why some things don’t work!
I’m portuguese living in Portugal. We are known for amazing quality handmade shoes. I’m filled with pride to see that the flats you chose for the right side were Josefinas, an amazing portuguese brand! I own two pairs and i have to say that they are really stunning.
I find your videos very inspiring, but your voice and intonation keeps me coming ma'am.❤️️❤️️
Your voice is so comforting and soothing
Great tips and topic!!
I love when you said, when in doubt do without.. That sums me up just right. I'm such a picky picker...lol! As usual, love Audrey!!
Great tips.
Perfect timing Audrey. I’m looking for a pair of shoes to wear with my casual outfits for the beginning of the school year. Standing all day and teaching my sweet third graders is hard on my feet. Thank you for the tips!
Try Vionic shoes. The insole is anatomically correct, and if you choose a classic style, like ballet flats or loafers, they do not look like orthopedic shoes. (I'm a teacher of over 20 years. I'd be a hobbling demon if I had not invested in good shoes from the beginning.)
Thank you for the tips.
Great video! I allways make a wish list with shoes from brands that fit me well and have been able to get a good deal during sale 🤗
Really great, helpful video!!
Great advice! In the last years I avoided buying cheap shoes. But sometimes even quite expensive shoes looked somehow "cheap"/ poorly made to me - but I couldn't really put my finger on it why I thought so (because some things are obvious but others, like your advice with the flat sole, weren't - at least to me). You explained it straight to the point :)
exactly. I recently purchased an expensive pair of hand made sandals, and the leather used for the uppers is shockingly cheap - looks and feels like thin cardboard.
@@steemdup Right? So annoying!
Also the materials are cheap now. No one uses real leather anymore. Synthetic materials don't last as long and they don't stretch and mold to your feet. Maybe I'm old fashioned but I prefer and miss leather shoes and handbags.
@@steemdup sometimes they get away with calling something leather when its pulverized leather mixed with chemicals and glue so it doesn't hold up like real leather
@@dianeberlin5969 I absolutely agree with you! I try to buy real leather shoes rarely because of the animals, but when I do I go for the ones with quality leather, no synthetics
Thank you! This definitely made me look more into the details of the footwear I'll buy
Love these kind of videos
love how comprehensive this was, you covered a lot to look out for
Thanks for the great video. That printed dress looks lovely on you!
Thank you Audrey!