SHTF Clothes

[Weedygarden]

Weedy, I understand your issue with finding shoes that fit, but I would not dismiss Wal Mart out of hand. I found, almost by accident, Wal Mart carries shoes that are designed for the restaurant industry. I had to get a pair of black athletic shoes, for a part time job. I had absolutely no use for a pair of black athletic shoes other than this job, so I didn't want to spend a lot of money if the job didn't pan out. Long story short, both the job and the shoes were a Godsend. The shoes were very comfortable with non-skid soles, and very reasonably priced. I wore them at least four times a week, sometimes six times a week, and I went through two pairs in thirty years. Many other people I worked with complained about how uncomfortable their very expensive name brand shoes were, and I would just laugh. Nobody would believe I got mine at WalMart.

I would imagine that people who are on the lower end of financial abilities would buy their shoes at Walmart. I know someone who needed some work shoes and bought a pair there. He needed steel toed shoes. He told me they were not comfortable. I have no idea about how well they fit, and that can have a big impact on comfort.

When I walk into shoe stores, I am fitted with AA and if they have it, AAAA heels. My mother and her mother, my grandmother, wore similar sizes. My grandmother's shoes fit me when I was a young adult. I used to be an 8 1/2, when I was younger. Now, if I can find a 9 1/2, which is actually impossible, that would be my size of choice. I have to try shoes on and be careful about fit. On the days that I am doing lots of dog walking, my feet do swell a little.

I used to get shoes that were made in South America when I was teaching. They seemed to fit well. I wish I knew the name brand now. I really preferred slip on shoes, loafers, then. Now I wear sneakers every day, unless there is snow on the ground or if it is really cold out. Then I wear boots.

My latest sneakers are Adidas. Prior to that, had several pairs of Pumas. I do not necessarily need brand names. I need shoes that fit and are comfortable.

 

[Mountain trapper]

I buy strictly on quality. None of my Carhartt clothing is made in China, it may not be made in the US, but at least its not made in China. My Whites, Red Wing and Filson boats are made in the US. My Filson clothing is made in the US, as well as my leather gloves. Sorrels used to be made in Canada, not sure if they still are. I know my Morrell slip on boots are probably China made, but they are wearing well. In my opinion, quality is worth the little extra $$ that it costs.

 

[joel]

Are Merrel's comfortable? I always buy wide shoes and cannot stand shoes that are the least bit tight. I've been looking for moccasins. I had a good pair years back but had to finally throw them out, and the company went out of business.

Have a leather craftsman make a pair of Moccasins for you.

 

[joel]

I would imagine that people who are on the lower end of financial abilities would buy their shoes at Walmart. I know someone who needed some work shoes and bought a pair there. He needed steel toed shoes. He told me they were not comfortable. I have no idea about how well they fit, and that can have a big impact on comfort.

When I walk into shoe stores, I am fitted with AA and if they have it, AAAA heels. My mother and her mother, my grandmother, wore similar sizes. My grandmother's shoes fit me when I was a young adult. I used to be an 8 1/2, when I was younger. Now, if I can find a 9 1/2, which is actually impossible, that would be my size of choice. I have to try shoes on and be careful about fit. On the days that I am doing lots of dog walking, my feet do swell a little.

I used to get shoes that were made in South America when I was teaching. They seemed to fit well. I wish I knew the name brand now. I really preferred slip on shoes, loafers, then. Now I wear sneakers every day, unless there is snow on the ground or if it is really cold out. Then I wear boots.

My latest sneakers are Adidas. Prior to that, had several pairs of Pumas. I do not necessarily need brand names. I need shoes that fit and are comfortable.

HEY! I bought deck shoes at Walmart for years, because they worked well for everything around the house, well not weedeating, but that was my fault.

 

[shanrose]

Have a leather craftsman make a pair of Moccasins for you.

Thanks for the suggestion - I assume that I can find one locally? I remember when we traveled out west there were huge billboards advertising moccasins.

Another reason that I wanted to buy a pair is because it grounds you to the earth. I haven't researched that too much but it's supposed to be good for your health. I went outside in my socks yesterday. It hurts when you step on an acorn though.

 

[Tim Horton]

Yes... Merrels are great I think.. I've worn them almost 10 years now.. I get them from Cabelas with my credit card bonus money..

https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/merrell-jungle-mocs-for-men

 

[shanrose]

Yes... Merrels are great I think.. I've worn them almost 10 years now.. I get them from Cabelas with my credit card bonus money..

https://www.cabelas.com/shop/en/merrell-jungle-mocs-for-men

Thank you for the link! The older I've gotten the more finicky I am with my shoes, and have been looking for something comfortable and durable.

 

[Mountain trapper]

I buy my Merrel shoes at the farm/ranch store. Every Tuesday they have 10% off everything in the store for old people. There could be a store like that in your area too.

 

[shanrose]

I buy strictly on quality. None of my Carhartt clothing is made in China, it may not be made in the US, but at least its not made in China. My Whites, Red Wing and Filson boats are made in the US. My Filson clothing is made in the US, as well as my leather gloves. Sorrels used to be made in Canada, not sure if they still are. I know my Morrell slip on boots are probably China made, but they are wearing well. In my opinion, quality is worth the little extra $$ that it costs.

I shopped for a heater on Amazon and every single one had caught fire. People were ranting in the comments about "cheap Chinese junk."

My hubby used to wear only Carhartt.

 

[lonewolf]

none of the clothes I wear are what ordinary UK people wear, not that I have ever been "ordinary " in my life.
I wear cargo trousers and army jackets- mostly made in Europe, Chinese clothing is generally throw away after one wearing.
I wear Trail shoes- one step up from trainers- or sneakers- for driving and town walking- I have boots for heavy work.

 

[Mountain trapper]

I shopped for a heater on Amazon and every single one had caught fire. People were ranting in the comments about "cheap Chinese junk."

My hubby used to wear only Carhartt.

We use a Mr Heater in the bathroom when it's cold. It's been working great for years.

 

[shanrose]

We use a Mr Heater in the bathroom when it's cold. It's been working great for years.

Is that propane or a small plug in unit? I love super hot showers but even with the heat on my room feels cold when I get out of the shower. It's something that I noticed changed as I got older - I'm less able to tolerate the cold. I want something to heat up just our bedroom for after the shower.

 

[Mountain trapper]

Is that propane or a small plug in unit? I love super hot showers but even with the heat on my room feels cold when I get out of the shower. It's something that I noticed changed as I got older - I'm less able to tolerate the cold. I want something to heat up just our bedroom for after the shower.

It's propane. We use the little propane canisters that screw in to the unit.

 

[shanrose]

It's propane. We use the little propane canisters that screw in to the unit.View attachment 165030

I almost bought one of them when it was on sale. My hubby said propane doesn't go bad. I guess I'll keep my eye out for when it goes on sale again. Doesn't propane smell though? I bought a propane fireplace before and had to return it as the propane smell was so bad. It could have been that particular unit though.

 

[Mountain trapper]

I almost bought one of them when it was on sale. My hubby said propane doesn't go bad. I guess I'll keep my eye out for when it goes on sale again. Doesn't propane smell though? I bought a propane fireplace before and had to return it as the propane smell was so bad. It could have been that particular unit though.

Nope. No smell on this one. We always leave a window cracked open a little in the bathroom.