Comments on: Weddings and wearables http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/ This is a blog about me, my recently diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis and my struggles to stay positive about it! Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:24:15 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: pollyannapenguin http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-917 Sun, 23 May 2010 07:39:29 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-917 OOH, interesting! Are they really slim then? You can’t tell from the pictures. I will have to see if our local chemist stocks them. They’d be ideal for occasional use …such as certain upcoming weddings … ;o)

]]> By: pollyannapenguin http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-916 Sun, 23 May 2010 07:37:20 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-916 Thanks Kim – not keen on sandels but definitely like the idea of removable insoles! Will have to look into this. ;o)

]]> By: mrsmooseface http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-915 Sat, 22 May 2010 18:01:19 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-915 In case it’s useful – just found Profoot Triads in local chemist: http://profoot.co.uk/products/triad.htm and they are truly ace. They fit in teeny tiny shoes and do a fantastic job of keeping everything in the right place and cushioning impact, or at least that’s been the case for me. I’m hoping they’ll even fit in wedding shoes!

]]> By: KimJ http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-886 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 05:09:54 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-886 I had a similar problem – finally found some decent sandals from Aravon, part of New Balance. They come in different widths and have insoles that can be removed and replaced with orthotics. It looks like they have UK outlets.

]]> By: mrsmooseface http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-880 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 18:04:39 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-880 Ooh dear, sorry to be causing stress and despondency! But on the other hand, am very grateful for this post as it has stimulated so many useful shoe recommendations – am itching to try out Concept Shoes.
Just how big are them there orthotics then? Is there any chance you could get some ’slightly less effective but fit in a pair of Mary Janes’ orthotics made for special occasions? Personally I think shoes shouldn’t dictate your whole outfit, even if they don’t ‘go’ – better to be wearing a fabulous dress or something with big shoes, than big shoes and heavy trousers that ‘go’ but make you feel decidedly non-party esque… or of course there is the ’small flat shoes which go with fab outfit for photos and initial stages’ approach, followed by big shoes with full orthoticness to change into later when the lights are low and shoes will be the last thing on anyone’s mind…hmm, maybe I’ll do that too!
Beware of Hotter flat Mary Janes though – I bought some and they were hideously uncomfortable with a really weak sole and no heel support, that meant I could feel every pebble.
There will be PLENTY of seats available at all times by the way, made very sure of that after hideous experiences standing chatting with drinks for hours feeling like knives are slicing one to bits…
oh and I’d just like to point out for the record that I’m nowhere near a size 10, I wish!!

]]> By: pollyannapenguin http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-873 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:16:59 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-873 Hmm … glad about the lack of steam, but I’m not convinced about the lack of orthotics! :-)

]]> By: pollyannapenguin http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-872 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 21:16:25 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-872 Will post pictures. ;o) Thanks for all these – LOVE the name ‘cheerful soles’ and what a great website … but not so sure i like their shoes! Did like some on Naot and will look at the others tomorrow. Thanks again! P

]]> By: Hubby http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-871 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:37:20 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-871 No steam coming out of my ears…one day without corrective orthotics probably won’t hurt.

]]> By: WarmSocks http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-870 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:58:47 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-870 http://www.conceptfootwear.co.uk/

http://cheerfulsoles.co.uk/

http://www.specialfootwear.co.uk/orthopaedic_footwear.php

Please post pictures once you find your shoes. :D

]]> By: pollyannapenguin http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/2010/04/15/weddings-and-wearables/#comment-869 Thu, 15 Apr 2010 13:53:08 +0000 http://pollyannapenguin.wordpress.com/?p=670#comment-869 Ooh, ta!

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