By KNF

July 2, 2007 12:08 PM | Link to this

How many backpacks and school supplies for the needy could $200.00 buy?

By asudst1992

July 2, 2007 12:08 PM | Link to this

I spend the most money for a single pair of shoes on Nike Shox. I don’t spend hundreds of dollars on loafers or heels. I have spent $300 for Coach boots though.

By JJ

July 2, 2007 12:09 PM | Link to this

On an average pair of shoes, this woman pays no more than $30.00.

$200 for a pair of shoes is an absolute waste of my hard earned money. That’s groceries for three weeks in my house.

One pair of shoes vs. 3 weeks of groceries??? That’s a tough one.

What a waste.

By Mrs. D

July 2, 2007 12:11 PM | Link to this

I own over 50 pairs of shoes and my favorite place to shop is DSW. On the average, I will spend anywhere from $60 to $100 per pair of shoes.

By jazzyone

July 2, 2007 12:13 PM | Link to this

I don’t care how much 202 can feed the needy or can buy groceries, to each his/her own and if I want to spend a large sum for my shoes I can, I work for and don’t feel guilty. On average i spend at least 75 dollars and up on shoes.

By Joanne

July 2, 2007 12:14 PM | Link to this

People who say “it’s a waste” of money are those who just don’t have any money. If I work hard for my money, I will spend it on whatever I please.

By Lowell

July 2, 2007 12:15 PM | Link to this

The insanity of women never ends.

By Jennifer

July 2, 2007 12:15 PM | Link to this

Yikes! I definitely have a shoe problem, as I probably have 100 pair. But I have primarily 9 West from the outlet, and the occasional super-find from Nordstrom. I love super nice shoes, but for what I do for a living, I don’t need them and they would get destroyed. So I prefer to have lots of nice, presentable pair of shoes, rather than a few REALLY nice pair of shoes!

By Joanne

July 2, 2007 12:15 PM | Link to this

People who say “it’s a waste” of money are those who just don’t have any money. If I work hard for my money, I will spend it on whatever I please.

By Atlantan?

July 2, 2007 12:16 PM | Link to this

Two hundred dollars for a pair of women’s shoes that you wouldn’t dare wear for two seasons? I thought I lived in Atlanta, but I must be living under a rock, because I never would have thought that would be the ‘average’ price!

By Mrs. R

July 2, 2007 12:17 PM | Link to this

More Money Than Sense.

By FRW

July 2, 2007 12:18 PM | Link to this

I own well over 30 pairs, but many are outdoor and weather-specific. The most spent is probably no more than $75 (on sale at Zappos). I don’t think the shoes I wore with my wedding gown were that much! I shop mainly online.

By Shoe Lover

July 2, 2007 12:18 PM | Link to this

The twice yearly sales at Saks and NM get my adrenaline going. Love getting a $350 pair of Tods for $100. Nice shoes make an outfit complete and can last for years. Cheap shoes hurt my feet. The most spent ever is $325 for Kate Spade boots. Shoes are my vice.

By Erin

July 2, 2007 12:23 PM | Link to this

I have about 25 pairs of shoes, but those range from a $2 pair of flip-flops to my $95 pair of boots.

I usually only buy shoes if they’re on a really good sale price … I will NOT do full retail prices if I can help it.

I do love my shoes, but I just can’t justify spending several hundred dollars on a single pair of shoes.

By Eric

July 2, 2007 12:23 PM | Link to this

It is true, if you work hard and earn your money, you can spend it any way you want to.

That, however does NOT mean your are a total moron for spending $200 on a pair of shoes.

By Valued

July 2, 2007 12:24 PM | Link to this

American freedom implies we can spend money on whatever we choose and spend it all on one item if we choose. On the other hand, do Americans believe that the more we spend on materialism, the more value we assign to ourselves?? Someday those who spend all to express internal values mentioned above may one day wish they had invested more in their future economic security than living merely for the thrill of the moment. Money and “things” do not make one more valuable; nor does it create stability, eternal value and happiness. “Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die”.

By Miss Shoe Fetish

July 2, 2007 12:25 PM | Link to this

Yes i own and so do my friends own 50+ pairs of shos. But i have to say the only pair of shoes i have paid $200 or close to that are italian leather knee boots for winter. I was a manager at a high-end womens shoe store and before i come to realize i could only wear so many pair of shoes that i had purchased over the time i worked there was just neveer going to be worn even in a years time unless i had more than the average evening events to attend. alot of my ‘special time to wear” shoes would only get worn maybe once a year….which i am embarrassed to say because there are so many people out there that could put good use to some of my shoes. I just need to find them. So there goes my shoe-fetish. Whoa…I love them. I’m the type of shoe lover that would skip lunch and dinner if it came to me deciding on getting a brand new pair of nice shoes if i’m out shopping during the day or eat. Yes, I would not eat…but i would be soooo extatic about my NEW HOT PAIR OF SHOES!!! I need help!!!

By MP

July 2, 2007 12:27 PM | Link to this

Why does everyone refer to “working hard”. What is that?

We all “work for our money”. Some work more hours than others, some make more money than others, but working “hard” seems like an oxymoron.

If you worked “light” for your money would you spend it any differently?

As for shoes I think $200 is a fine price for a pair that would last 10 years and not go out of fashion.

By Jennifer

July 2, 2007 12:29 PM | Link to this

I just bought 3 pair of shoes for $99 @ SMARTBARGAINS.COM

By Jennifer

July 2, 2007 12:30 PM | Link to this

I just bought 3 pair of shoes for $99 @ SMARTBARGAINS.COM. I priced the sames shoes on Zappos.com and I saved $175.00!!!

By harold

July 2, 2007 12:30 PM | Link to this

and the AJC, always brilliant, reports it as “Atlanta women spend $200 on shoes” rather than “Atlanta women are such vapid idiots they lie about how much they spend on shoes”

By shirley

July 2, 2007 12:31 PM | Link to this

I say it’s nobody’s buisness who spends what on anything. If someone feels the need and works who cares? There are worse things to spend money on. It sounds like “Sour Grapes” to me from people who can’t spend that much. Now as far as myself I have never spent that much on anything I wear, but I would like to cast the worry and “Frgilness” aside. I had a large family and they came first. It is so upsetting people jump on the bandwagon to critize. I say “Get a grip” and mind your own buisness.

By JustMe

July 2, 2007 12:32 PM | Link to this

There are countless things I’d rather spend $202 on than a single pair of shoes….please, someone - if I start running a fever and even think about spending over 200 bucks for a pair of shoes, just shoot me!

By Jesse's Girl

July 2, 2007 12:34 PM | Link to this

Let me tell you something….I have the money and then some to buy just about whatever I want. But spending over $75 on a pair of shoes, that very likely next season will be cast aside, is stupid. I have always subscribed to the old adage of ” To whom much is given, much is expected”. You don’t have to be some huge philanthropist who lives in near self appointed poverty to live a guilt free life. But you are wasting an opportunity to bless and give back to others by spending so much money on so much frivolity. You can have nice things without going to such ignorant extremes. So yes…in my opinion you are suffering from Parishiltonitis if you buy things not so much for how they make you feel than how they make people think of you.

By harold

July 2, 2007 12:35 PM | Link to this

atlanta women have no idea how much they spend on shoes. they just hand over hubby’s card!! idiots. or maybe they think the “compare at” price Marshalls puts on there is real what a bunch of dummies

By Jennifer

July 2, 2007 12:35 PM | Link to this

I’m single, no children, earn a 6 figure salary, have 1/3 of my 250K mortgage paid and have the right to do whatever I want with my money. :-)

By Debi

July 2, 2007 12:35 PM | Link to this

Okay, there are only certain types of shoes I go gaga over. I have a difficult time walking past a pair of boots (cowboy, mostly). I have over 20 pairs. Shoemakers Warehouse on Amsterdam Walk is my favorite hunting ground. I wear my shoes until they almost die and get them a faceleft from a great shoe repair man. I have a limit on what I will pay. I am on my feet all day, at least I feel good about what I put them in.

By Miss Shoe Fetish

July 2, 2007 12:36 PM | Link to this

Oh yea, i never said where i shop for my shoes. But they are; TJ Maxx, Marshall’s, Nine West, Dillards and Nordstrom’s have the best-est shoe dept. Earlier in my post i said i have 50+…i can say now that maybe it’s closer to about 100 pairs of shoes because i was thinking about my current spring/summer collection that is out in closet. My fall/winter collection is put away until late Oct. Embarrassed again WOW!!! I should be in the ‘Step Program’ for this.

By SC

July 2, 2007 12:36 PM | Link to this

I have over 100 pair of shoes. My average cost is about $50/pair.

By Jaime

July 2, 2007 12:36 PM | Link to this

This just proves what a shallow, and self-centered world we live in. With all the other problems and issues in the world, why would you want to spend $200 on a pair of shoes that are eventually going to wear out? You could feed a homeless person for a month with $200, and then have some left over. Wow! ladies what are we teaching our daughters!

By Vick

July 2, 2007 12:37 PM | Link to this

I buy most of my shoes at Target, and when I can’t find what i”m looking for there, I go to DSW or Off Broadway Shoes. The most I’ve ever spent on shoes was $100 for Chacos, and then less than $100 for my running shoes.

By Brenda

July 2, 2007 12:38 PM | Link to this

I have 10 pairs with 4 pairs being Softt shoes. I recommend these to all women because of their feminine style and comfort. They are pricey so whenever I find a pair on sale, I grab them. The most I’ve spent is $150 for a pair of Softt boots. They are worth every penny. I don’t dread the fall/winter now for shoe comfort after discovering the Softt Collection.

By Rebecca

July 2, 2007 12:39 PM | Link to this

I shop at DSW & Broadway Shoe Warehouse. I wear a 9 1/2 and can never find shoes at department stores or mall stores. I don’t usually spend more than $60 per pair. I wonder who they surveyed? Certainly not the women out in the suburbs.

By BECKY

July 2, 2007 12:41 PM | Link to this

personaly i own about 35 pairs of shoes, but they are more in 60 to 90 dollar range per pair. dsw is the best place for good shoes at good prices.

By will

July 2, 2007 12:41 PM | Link to this

Ask how some of them paid for them?…Answer Katrina Cards issued by the government….Not all, but there was so much abuse after Katrina…folks coming in here with those cards buying the $500 suits and $300 shoes…The cards were to be used for families and expenses….I can’t afford $300 suits…and I work two jobs.

By will

July 2, 2007 12:41 PM | Link to this

Ask how some of them paid for them?…Answer Katrina Cards issued by the government….Not all, but there was so much abuse after Katrina…folks coming in here with those cards buying the $500 suits and $300 shoes…The cards were to be used for families and expenses….I can’t afford $300 suits…and I work two jobs.

By David

July 2, 2007 12:42 PM | Link to this

For the women who saying $200 shoes are no problem? I hope her feet look like a $1000.00 bucks with no odor!!!! Get a grip ladies their just shoes!!!!!!!

By here in atlanta

July 2, 2007 12:42 PM | Link to this

I would spend $200 for shoes if I couldn’t find ones that worked. I never have. I buy all shoes on line now as my size is hard to find (wide foot). Now my shoes fit and I only buy ones that are comfortable. Why not? It’s important for posture and walking well and your back and more…but more expensive doesn’t always mean better for you, although it sometimes does (those prada/dolce/etc shoes are typically not so good for the feet).

Just another point of view…

By harold

July 2, 2007 12:42 PM | Link to this

but feeding a homeless person for a month with $200 doesn’t make you LOOK GOOD!

well neither do the $200 shoes but don’t tell Miss Fat and Ugly that

the only reason anybody put $200 shoes on their feet is because they trying to distract from how damn fat and ugly they is!!!

By Natasha

July 2, 2007 12:43 PM | Link to this

$200 on a pair of shoes, if they are the right shoes, makes perfect sense. It’s cheaper to spend $200 on a good quality pair of shoes that’ll last 10 years than $60 on a cheaper quality pair that’ll be done in a year or two. Same thing with clothing. The better the quality, the longer it lasts, the cheaper the eventual cost. That’s the cardinal rule of fashion.

By deb

July 2, 2007 12:43 PM | Link to this

We deserve whatever comes of this disgusting hubris.

If there’s a grain of truth in this survey, it’s a perfect example of what stupid sheep this neck of the woods is over-populated with.

It’s no wonder the whole world hates the United States of Advertising where people are so bold and ignorant as to brag that just one of their (many) pairs of shoes costs more than the food for a whole family for a month in some other country.

By harold

July 2, 2007 12:43 PM | Link to this

hey jennifer you look pretty we should go out

By P-Lo

July 2, 2007 12:46 PM | Link to this

yeah…and most of the time the rent is due.

By Kae

July 2, 2007 12:49 PM | Link to this

I love shoes, but I have never spent the “average” of $202 on a pair. I own over 100 pairs and still buying. And to Jennifer, I agree, spend your money where you choose if you have it to spend.

By David

July 2, 2007 12:52 PM | Link to this

I can understand spending $200 for comfort, but if you’re spending it and your feet have corns, callouses, are they are JACKED!!!!! Maybe you’re mismanaging your money!!!

By Joan

July 2, 2007 12:53 PM | Link to this

One pair of tennis shoes (Avia) - $35.00 (sale price at Kohl’s); one pair of boating flip flops ($40.00 - Savannah store 2 years ago); One pair of high heal sandals ($13.99 - Ross - for vacatation); one pair of regular flip flops ($2.99 - Old Navy). Going Barefoot - priceless, but they won’t let me do that at work.

All four pair, less than $93.00 in a two year range. $109 more into the old savings account.

$202 for AVERAGE shoes???? Give me a break. I average $30.

By Marie

July 2, 2007 12:53 PM | Link to this

To each is own!

By Cyndy Myndy

July 2, 2007 12:54 PM | Link to this

Shoes… $200… to each his own. Not mad at ya if you’re spending this. I love to see beautiful shoes on other people’s feet :) — I buy shoes for no more than $50-$60 — I am a CPA so I wear them daily… and they last several years…10 years…maybe not —a good 5 is fine for me. More money in the bank…I might spend more—but I doubt it — I have a book fetish and blouse fetish to feed :)

By Traci

July 2, 2007 12:55 PM | Link to this

Ladies, Ladies…I understand how you feel about shoes. I used to do the same until. I started realizing I was wasting money. NOW…I buy stock in the companies that MAKE the shoes. I have taken that same $100-$200 and INVESTED, and got my money back 5 or 6 times.
STOP buying product - aim for ownership. You get FREE shoes and purses at the STOCKHOLDER meetings!

By Darren

July 2, 2007 12:55 PM | Link to this

Hey deb, I got an idea.

Sell your computer, your house, your car, and give it all to the poor.

Either that or shut up.

By G354ME

July 2, 2007 12:56 PM | Link to this

Most everyone has their “waste” to how they will spend their money. Some people will buy cars they barely can afford (or the extremely wealthy buy vehicles costing more than many local government’s total operating budget), some go for the overpriced home (heard of the lake home sales for $500,000 plus only to be demolished for a $2.5 mil home), and some go for overpriced shoes.

Personally I have fell victim to cruises, but I will only go when a bargin can be found (if $750 pp can be called a bargin).

But to my wife I ask, “does it make sense for a pair of shoes to cost more than tires on the car?”. She can agree with that, so she takes the $150 shoe allowance and finds 3 priced at clearance or otherwise. So i don’t know which is worse, a $150 per of shoes, or a closet full of $30 pairs.

By harold

July 2, 2007 12:56 PM | Link to this

the women answering the survey thought someone was evaluating them to be a secret shopper or something, so they lied in the hopes they would be getting free $200 shoes.. pretty typical for ‘round these parts. 50/50 in education

By Miss Shoe Fetish

July 2, 2007 12:59 PM | Link to this

Traci! Enlighten me!!! Please!

By Jaime

July 2, 2007 12:59 PM | Link to this

I would rather feed the homeless than be selfish, inconsiderate, so-called fashion icon wannabe!!!!

By Mike

July 2, 2007 1:00 PM | Link to this

Aren’t some of you assuming that the women who spend $200 on a pair of shows AREN’T also giving money to charities?

As a man, I wear Alden shoes, which are $350, but they’re well made, non-seasonal, non-trendy, and will last for years.

(Where in Atlanta can one even FIND shoes for $1,500?)

By Smitty

July 2, 2007 1:00 PM | Link to this

What on earth do you do with over 100 pair of shoes? Where do you store them? If you are paying $202 on average for a pair of shoes, how much are you paying for clothes?

Or is the average tee shirt now $150?

By G354ME

July 2, 2007 1:04 PM | Link to this

Should have said a closet full of $50 shoes. Although she has found deals on shoes for less than $30. At least that is what she tells me. It helps my heart not to know all the details.

By bunnyfoofoo

July 2, 2007 1:04 PM | Link to this

$200.00 is nothing for shoes, those people must be from another part of town.

I lived in Malibu (aka “The ‘Boo) and it was nothing to spend $3-400 on a pair of shoes.

Can you say ‘low rent’??

By Kae

July 2, 2007 1:07 PM | Link to this

To Smitty: wear them of course! Store them in my closets, rotate them, donate them, replace them

By Carnivore

July 2, 2007 1:07 PM | Link to this

Nobody looks at women’s feet anyway, everyone stares at boobs.

By TRUTHFULLY

July 2, 2007 1:07 PM | Link to this

Traci, good Idea. stock in the compnay huh? Hmm who exactly are you refering to if you dont mind? People that are spending the money on the things that you want, good for you. I do it to at times. Yea of course we need to save money but the majority of the people spending over $20 on their shoes I’m sure are doing other things with their money besides shopping. I hope so, and if not. SO WHAT its their business. I personally am past the point of working just to pay bills. I prefer having cute shoes to wear when I go pay them. There is more to life than shoes… just kidding. LOL

By Mrs. Warren

July 2, 2007 1:07 PM | Link to this

Well said Joanne and Jazzyone. Here’s another reason for “expensive” shoes: cheap shoes don’t fit my feet!!! The most I have spent on a pair of shoes is $300 and they were worth every penny and I don’t feel guilty one bit. To those who say “oh you could buy food for the hungry” - you must have FAT AVERAGE FEET!!!!!! I have a very narrow foot and I swear anything that doesn’t say “Made in Italy” or “Made in France” does not fit my foot. My foot is 100% European. I can try on every pair of shoes at DSW or Macy’s and not one will fit. I love shoes but I can’t just go out and buy any old pair. My favorite brands are Fornarina (fits everytime and runs $100 and up. I’ve had one pair for 3 years and have had them re-tapped 4 times. They are the most comfortable dress shoes ever!), Siegerson Morrison (my absolute fave, these start at over $240 a pair and fit like a wonderful leather glove - no blisters, no bunions, just comfort! I’m wearing a pair right now. Patent leather ballet flats. I wouldn’t trade them for a 100 pairs of cheaply made shoes. I wear them just about everyday. Not once have I gotten a blister from them), Arturo Chiang (about $90 and up), Kenneth Coles (real ones, not “reaction” or “unlisted”), Cole Haan (I have a $155 pair of flip flops - LOVE THEM!!! No back aches, no blisters, just pure joy) Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom are my favorite places to shop for shoes and they give you great service. I only own around 15-20 pairs of shoes. I gladly pay top dollar for them. I work at a law firm and I’m sorry but you can’t put a pair of $20 shoes with a $300 suit or outfit. You can tell. However, I do love a good deal. I once got a pair of $165 shoes at Bloomie’s for $15 and my first pair of $195 Fornarinas cost me only $65 so =P!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have yet to buy a pair that cost more than $300 but I wouldn’t be ashamed to, especially if they fit and I would wear them everyday. I once wore Manolo Blahniks in a fashion show. The stilettos cost $795 and looked perfect with the $2,000 handpainted gown I was wearing. They felt pretty good too!

By Jaime

July 2, 2007 1:09 PM | Link to this

Gee, Harold. It seems like you would rather be a LADY. Maybe you should go a buy YOURSELF a get PAIR!!!!

By Ronda

July 2, 2007 1:10 PM | Link to this

Not everyone is being as responsible as others as claiming to be. Its one thing to have a 6 figure salary and 1/3 of your mortgage paid but how responsible is it if you are a stay at home mom and your husband works and makes a good (not great) and that’s how you spend his money. I think its all relative, if you can afford to do this without causing financial strife, do. Those shoes were created for people like that. But let’s not pretend that its only the affluent buying this type of stuff, there’s a reason we live in a credit card world that is up to its eyeballs in debt.

I could go buy a $200 pair of shoes because I make decent money but that would mean my child would suffer clothing/shoe or education wise. Again, I can afford it, but is that fair?

By Laura

July 2, 2007 1:15 PM | Link to this

Someone is sure blowing the averages in that poll.

I’m admittedly cheap and I don’t dress for runway walks or the club scene. The most I’ve ever paid for my shoes are the $42 for my evening sandals with rhinestones and satin, 4” heels and ankle straps. And then it was only because my daughter was tired of shopping and polled every male customer in the store to choose between the 4” of gam glitz and the 2” of more practical(and cheaper)pair.

My average shoe comes from strip mall discount shoe store, Kohls or (Heaven forbid!) Wally-World. Sandals under $12. Leather office shoes I’ll go $25 and athletic shoes (including my Top Siders) up to $30.

I have gone as high as $56 for the above-mentioned-daughter’s to-die-for board shoes (Van’s) that she’d dutifully worn for 2 school years.

By Deb

July 2, 2007 1:16 PM | Link to this

I have to say the myself pesonally…I have about 150 pairs of shoes and I have even given some away and sold some at yard sales. Shoes are definitely my vice…but I do agree with some of the women when they say that we work for it then we can spend our money however we want to. I give enough of my money to the people living on welfare or in the projects so that is charity enough for me. Also, I do not spend no more that $30 on a pair of shoes and I do alot of sale/clearance shopping and I also shop alot on ebay. I also resale shoes on ebay as well to make money. I am interested in hearing from Traci in regards to investing in the shoe companies…I would be very interested in that.

In closing, I say to each his own…if you got the money to spend that much on shoes then hey…more power to you. And Coach, Jimmy Choos or Manola Blahniks are a better “designer drug” any day than Extacy!!

By Miss Shoe Fetish

July 2, 2007 1:19 PM | Link to this

Mrs. Warren you are also a good shoe shopper. i would looooovve to see your shoe collection. Those are great shoemakers…trust me i know. It would be great if you had a shoe rumage sale…i’d be first in line…hopefully you’d have some my size.

By Misty Blue

July 2, 2007 1:19 PM | Link to this

Shoes and handbags are my passion. I can’t stand a cheaply made shoe. I do have a few pairs of boots that cost more than $200, however, the average shoe in my closet is probably $40-$60. And yes, I have more than 11 pairs of shoes.

To each his own on what they choose to spend their money on!

By Trice

July 2, 2007 1:20 PM | Link to this

So I must say between sneakers, sandals/flipflops, boots, heels, etc…. I have in the range of 100 pair of shoes. As some of you have stated I only shop and buy shoes when they are on sale. So I buy boots in the summner and sandals in the winter. Everyone has a vice and for some ladies shoe shopping is the vice. The wrong shoe can ruin and outfit…lol….But if I wanted to spend $200 for a pair of shoes…. I can and I will….:)

By Spike

July 2, 2007 1:22 PM | Link to this

I do a lot of distance walking so I spend a good bit of money ($100-$120 on average) for each pair of walking shoes, but I wouldn’t dream of paying more than that for a pair of any other kind of shoes. I like Clarks but will try to find them at DSW so I don’t have to pay full price.

By Kelly

July 2, 2007 1:22 PM | Link to this

I suppose that those of you that think that paying 200 bux for a pair shoes is like buying a BMW “a wast of money”. I dont think so, what this average is saying is that the average person can afford to spend 200 bux for a pair of shoes.

Whats the deal with people starting off with asking why we dont donate more to needy people. I have yet to see a donation for a rich person. its funny, both people rich or needy are there because they choose to be (indirectly for children since their parents chose to be) so why should their be exceptions for needy people? but this is about $200 for shoes so i wont go into that.

when you put on a pair of high dollar shoes its not just the fact that others know they are pricy but that they feel good, they are made better and will in most cases last longer (not so for nike basketball shoes for some reason). you can apply that to everything you buy, or maybe we should support the theives and buy from e-bay :)

By AC

July 2, 2007 1:24 PM | Link to this

I don’t buy any expensive shoes, but I don’t care if someone spends $200 for a pair of shoes. That’s her money, and she can do whatever she wants to. If she doesn’t donate any money to charity, so what? That doesn’t make her a bad person. Mind your own business, really.

By Ilene

July 2, 2007 1:24 PM | Link to this

I have three pairs — all SAS! They’re the most comfortable shoes and I won’t have to worry about foot damage either. I have walking shoes, shoes for work, and sandles. That’s all I need. Each pair is $100 and lasts one year.

By Jaime

July 2, 2007 1:25 PM | Link to this

To Mrs. Warren: Maybe you should put a little meat on your hawk-like feet, then you wouldn’t have to spend so much of your HUSBANDS money trying to find the perfect pair of shoes!!!

By Ilene

July 2, 2007 1:25 PM | Link to this

I have three pairs — all SAS! They’re the most comfortable shoes and I won’t have to worry about foot damage either. I have walking shoes, shoes for work, and sandles. That’s all I need. Each pair is $100 and lasts one year.

By Ilene

July 2, 2007 1:25 PM | Link to this

I have three pairs — all SAS! They’re the most comfortable shoes and I won’t have to worry about foot damage either. I have walking shoes, shoes for work, and sandles. That’s all I need. Each pair is $100 and lasts one year.

By JB

July 2, 2007 1:28 PM | Link to this

I cringe when people come on here and say they work hard for their money and have every right to spend it on what they want. That is so not the point. Then again, what is the point of a stupid blog topic like this? The way I see it, there are two kinds of people in this world: those who would spend that much on shoes, and those who would not. I personally would rather spend money on a great dress and go barefoot or wear flip flops than spend that much on shoes, but obviously not everyone agrees.

By Anon

July 2, 2007 1:33 PM | Link to this

I buys things I don’t need with money I don’t have to impress people I don’t know.

By Miss Magnum

July 2, 2007 1:34 PM | Link to this

Thats INSANE!!! I am from Chicago and since I moved here I can hardly find shoes I am willing to pay $20 for. Atlanta does not have shoes!!

By We all have vices

July 2, 2007 1:35 PM | Link to this

How many of you folks who are mocking people who buy shoes have spent $200 on food (ay, 3 nice dinners out)? Or at a bar over a couple weekends? Or, cigarettes, a gym membership you don’t use. etc? A really-really big tv? An expensive cable pacakge?

I don’t. I spend $$ on shoes, but live off $18 cable, and have an OLD tv.

We all have vices. We all spend $$ on different things. Who’s to judge what people value and enjoy. As long as you’re not in debt, live life and enjoy it!

By Mrs. Warren

July 2, 2007 1:35 PM | Link to this

Miss Shoe Fetish - Not enough shoes for a rummage sale =(. But that’s only because I choose quality over quantity. I love my pink and white pointy toed Fornarina’s. They are my favorite pair. I call them my Barbie shoes! I wear a 9 1/2 in Fornarinas.

By jazzy

July 2, 2007 1:36 PM | Link to this

Its funny how some men talk about women who spend $200.00 on shoes but they spend $200.00 or more on Falcons,Braves,or Hawks season tickits,to play golf,or fishing trips,at bars buying drinks,going to strip clubs,for “premium” cable packages with all the sports & movie channels,to see aging rock groups like the Rolling Stones,the Eagles,KISS,etc,cell phone & computer gadgets,to travel to UGA football games,to take out some young dumb blonde on a date(a movie,dinner at a nice resturant,and drinks,could easily add up to $200.00),and the list goes on about stupid hobbys men spend their money on.Now you know whats more stupid than buying $200 shoes?spending $4.00 on bottled water!

By jazzy

July 2, 2007 1:37 PM | Link to this

Its funny how some men talk about women who spend $200.00 on shoes but they spend $200.00 or more on Falcons,Braves,or Hawks season tickits,to play golf,or fishing trips,at bars buying drinks,going to strip clubs,for “premium” cable packages with all the sports & movie channels,to see aging rock groups like the Rolling Stones,the Eagles,KISS,etc,cell phone & computer gadgets,to travel to UGA football games,to take out some young dumb blonde on a date(a movie,dinner at a nice resturant,and drinks,could easily add up to $200.00),and the list goes on about stupid hobbys men spend their money on.Now you know whats more stupid than buying $200 shoes?spending $4.00 on bottled water!

By ms j

July 2, 2007 1:41 PM | Link to this

I normally spend around $40 to $50 for a pair of shoes but I have spent as much as $200.00 for a special pair of shoes for formal wear. I own more than 100 pairs of shoes. And I love each pair of them!

By Lynette

July 2, 2007 1:41 PM | Link to this

I have lots of shoes and most likely none are more than $50. I do have nice cross trainers.

Those shoes are for me. I like to have choices every morning. I see every pair of shoes as a blessing becuse I remember having only one pair and those were worn out.

By shirley

July 2, 2007 1:42 PM | Link to this

This it mainly to Harold. Someone who muct be bitter, and definitely someone ugly. at least on the inside. I can’t imagine someone saying the things you have over a pair of shoes, that is none of your buisness. Ihis is the second time I have replied to these articles and Harold is the reason. Not only are you calling women stupid you are making yourself look like that. If you have a wife I pity her. I said IF. Probably not !!!!! We all definetely know you had a Mother and she also gets pity. Bet she didn’t raise you to be ugly and hateful. I hope if I ever have a “boy” child he won’t be like you.

By art

July 2, 2007 1:43 PM | Link to this

$200 for a pair of shoes? Geezus! I have a pair of shoes I bought at the Goodwill 7 years ago for $2.00 and still wear them. I only have 3 pairs of shoes that cost $100 combined. I have worn them for >3 years. I just don’t understand this.

BTW, I make over $500,000/year and would be considered a HNW individual. I got this status by not wasting money.

By NH

July 2, 2007 1:44 PM | Link to this

Your’re right; you can spend your money any way you like. I hope your shoes keep you warm at night because with attitudes like that you are extremely cold hearted and probably alone. Just remember one thing - you can’t take the shoes with you when you die but your good deeds in whatever form will remain forever.

By Barefootin

July 2, 2007 1:45 PM | Link to this

Do flip-flops count? I have eleven pairs of shoes and three pairs of flip-flops. The most I’ve spent so far is 24.99 on a very nice pair of open-toed heels. No shoe fetish here I guess. I’d rather buy kitchen gadgets or plants for the yard.

Different strokes for different folks!

By TRUTHFULLY

July 2, 2007 1:46 PM | Link to this

Its amazing how so many peopel seem to really take offense as to how & why & what otrhers are spending their money on. And Miss Shoe Fetish - been there done that! Smoothies for dinner for those Michael Kohrs. LOL Along with the outfit to wear them with. LOL Smitty- the avg t $150.. for some peopel yes. thats not my preference. I just have jones in my bones for a nice pair of shoes to highlight my pedicure. Be easy, its not liek we are out on the street beggin gfor money to go buy some jimmy choos. SHEESH another light topic turned in to the heat of the night. SHEESH Atlanta.. SO many peoepl in this city make a daily pastime out of eating out. Others spend that money on clothes,, shoes & accessories. I’m thinkin to each his own? WHY is it such a problem for others? gee whiz. And yes some people do “work hard” for the moeny. Some dont work as hard. it has nothing to do with hours & extra days all the tiem. Some jobs require a little more than the norm. Outside of the job & the ego stroking ( dont go anywhere welse with that please)to please the clients & the bosses. Some of us go to work and give more thatn we are paid for. So yea there are some peopel that work a little harder for the money. Do you think its that easy to go out & sell a house at a ow point? A car when gas is this high? A newspaper when what.. we are online reading it. So uh.. yea there are soem peopel that work extra hard for the money. SO hard for it honey! So I take my check & treat SELF right!

By JustMe

July 2, 2007 1:46 PM | Link to this

Here’s a news flash for any of you who are trying to guilt / goad people into giving money to the “less fortunate / poor / needy / homeless / WHATEVER” instead of buying for themselves what they want - you’re not helping your cause.

If you want to spend every nickel of your discretionary funds - or your mortgage payment/grocery money/etc for that matter -on that, then it’s your business. Nobody is going to pressure you about going out and splurging on an $1500 pair of shoes, tell you how badly you need to upgrade your house or car, or suggest you spend your next two paychecks on a wardrobe overhaul.

This is still America, people are free to do with their wages as they see fit, and it’s not anyone else’s(outside of maybe their spouse and/or children) business. Get over yourself!

When the able bodied & capable of working an honest job “needy” get off their lazy hides and obtain some real employment instead of continuing to collect welfare and food stamps (which we all pay for through taxes) or pan-handling (and averaging $15 / hour in so doing thanks to people like you who are only enabling them), maybe people will feel differently.

By boot guy

July 2, 2007 1:53 PM | Link to this

Typical AJC blog — those who go out and earn it, are not giving enough away to those who are generally to lazy to work; or expect the rest of us to pay for their poor decision to bring a child into this world that they are unable to afford. You people kill me.

By FyreStarrter™

July 2, 2007 1:55 PM | Link to this

I can easily attest to having just over 100 pairs. I honestly think they most I have spent on a pair is a pair of Jimmy Choos that I got off Ebay for 275.00. I don’t do cheap shoes & don’t have fat feet & in fact have the smallest feet in my family. But in my line of work I am on my feet all day & I refuse to take any chances on messing up my beautiful feet (NO CORNS, NO Hammer TOES, No Bunions, No Hard Feet, no nothing-I have men that want to take off my sandals to look at my pretty feet & I don’t even KNOW them lol) or gambling with my posture by wearing cheap shoes. I do however look for bargains at Nordstroms, Bloomies, or even Macy’s on ocassion & then there’s DSW where if you look hard enough you can find true designer quality shoes at excellent prices. Sometimes you really do get what you pay for. And as far as charity is concerned I am sure I am one of the few who donates just as much money to various charities as she spends on her shoes. I get my hot comfortable shoes & my Karma suffers NONE.

By dbt

July 2, 2007 1:56 PM | Link to this

Unless you’re a bankruptcy judge, it’s none of your business what another person spends their money on or how much they paid for anything they own. Some of you need to be careful not to sprain your arms while you’re patting yourselves on the back so hard.

By Sonnie Do

July 2, 2007 1:56 PM | Link to this

I spend that much every month on porn!

By Ms. K

July 2, 2007 1:58 PM | Link to this

I own an amazing pair of Louboutin worth $800. I love them, but only own one pair at that price. I have spent $200+ on shoes before. I think that the money brings quality. I am young and if I want an $800 pair of shoes why not.

By tam712

July 2, 2007 1:59 PM | Link to this

Gee, you ladies make me feel like a hobo. I only own 4 pairs of Old Navy’s $2.50 flip flops, one pair of tennis shoes ($75) and one pair of dress shoes ($50). I do have one of the 650k lake homes though so I guess I feel better when I think about it that way :) Until the kids quit going through 10 pairs a year I don’t stand a chance. Besides…I’d rather have gas for the boat!!

By NH

July 2, 2007 2:01 PM | Link to this

Your’re right; you can spend your money any way you like. I hope your shoes keep you warm at night because with attitudes like that you are extremely cold hearted and probably alone. Just remember one thing - you can’t take the shoes with you when you die but your good deeds in whatever form will remain forever.

By let's stop hating and get back to shoes

July 2, 2007 2:02 PM | Link to this

Ok, can we calm down and get back on topic instead of hating? I guess you didn’t read the recent column by Angela Tuck. I own maybe 10 pairs of shoes and dislike most of them. If women could find just one comfortable pair of shoes I bet they would buy fewer. I dislike shoe and purse shopping becuse there are too many choices and usually do not spend more than $35 or so for shoes. IMO shoes have become a crazy obsession among women and you can bet your next paycheck the shoe manufacturers are rejoicing all the way to the bank. A co-worker has a shoe calendar on her wall. My goodness.

By Becky

July 2, 2007 2:02 PM | Link to this

At one time, I had over 150 pairs of shoes..I think that a woman can never have to many pairs, but I’ve never paid over $50.00 for one pair. I don’t think that I ever will pay $200 for a pair..

By Sarah

July 2, 2007 2:04 PM | Link to this

It’s not a waste of money if a person wants the shoes and can afford them. Expensive shoes, like pricey clothes, are typically better made and last much longer (at least that’s been my experience).

As for using my hard earned money to help the needy? Puh-leeze. I support the charities that I want to support. Meanwhile Uncle Sam snatches 30-40% of my checks before the funds ever hit my account. I suspect much of that is used to ENABLE the needy through goverment assistance programs. Needy people needy to stop making excuses, put themselves through college and get a good job like I did. Can’t afford school supplies, stop having kids who need them.

By Jim Etheridge

July 2, 2007 2:04 PM | Link to this

People that will pay such a rediculous price for shoes are idiots with an out of control ego. Women may pay $200 for a pair of shoes that will probably last only a short time, but I can assure you that men will not do that, they buy for utility. Most good shoes are in the $65.00 range, and that is too much. I can buy a cow for that…

By harold

July 2, 2007 2:04 PM | Link to this

see the problem is they asked what the AVERAGE was… people here dont know what an AVERAGE is!! so they thought of the most expensive shoes they ever bought in their whole life and answered with that price. stupid bimbo headed dropouts.

and dont call me, shirley. harold is after jennifer not shirely

By Che

July 2, 2007 2:10 PM | Link to this

My boyfriend has double the amount and spends way more than I do on shoes. He evens buys $200 bowling shoes. As for myself…I am a 6’ female who wears size 11 shoes and I sometimes have to pay more than I want to for decent footwear that are hard to come by. But I have found some really nice shoes on sale anywhere from $10 to $150. I probably average $60 on shoes. You just have to find the good sales whether it’s a low cost or high-end shoe store. I found some really cute wedge heels at Payless for $17 and I get compliments on them all the time.

By WS

July 2, 2007 2:13 PM | Link to this

I only have 2 feet, so I buy 2-3 pairs of shoes every 6 months because I am hard on them, and tennis shoes as I wear them out. I make alot of money, but would never think of paying more than $100.00 for a pair of shoes, and tend to buy Borns for about $60/pair. When I get tired of them, I give them to charity. I think that alot of women waste alot of money trying to buy happiness, and it does not come from shoes.

By Cheryl

July 2, 2007 2:16 PM | Link to this

I have over 300 pairs of shoes, the most I have spent on shoes is $ 650.00 for my Chanel ballerina flats, but my kids are grown and I have a wonderful husband.

By CT

July 2, 2007 2:20 PM | Link to this

I have about 50 or more pair of shoes. I pay about 65 and up on shoes. I also LOVE purse’s and spend anywhere from $300-1300. Everyone has their own priorities, with that said no one can judge the other. I work hard for my money and spend it my way. I shop for shoes mostly at Nordstrom and DSW.

By Shoo Me!

July 2, 2007 2:21 PM | Link to this

Skechers! Bought 5 pairs of the same style in different colors. LOVE ‘em! Ebay has the best prices.

By JawjaHillbilly

July 2, 2007 2:22 PM | Link to this

I’m a male Redneck. (Yes, there are female Rednecks)

My flops were a buck at The Buck Tree.

Ole Lady goes to Pick-N-Pay for the high-dollar classy stuff…

By PJ

July 2, 2007 2:24 PM | Link to this

Who did they survey? Neither I nor any of my friends are wearing $200 shoes (and many of us could afford to). I understand a person (not just women — I know men who do, too) investing hundreds of dollars in shoes that fit well, are made well, are comfortable and supportive, promote good posture, and last for years. Poorly made or ill fitting shoes can cause more bodily damage than any other garment you wear. In shoes, like in most products, you get what you pay for.

The most I have ever paid for a pair of shoes is $125. I have a few pairs in that range, and they’re excellent shoes. I can wear them all day, and the design of the shoes makes me stand straight.

I shop mostly at DSW and often on the clearance rack, so I generally pay between $5 - $50. But many of those shoes retailed for $75 to as much as $500. And I keep a pair of shoes for 3 - 10 years, depending on how often they are worn.

I’m sure there are plenty of women in Atlanta that buy expensive shoes, but I don’t believe that $202 is the average across the female population. Again, I ask, who and where did they survey?

By ShoeFreak

July 2, 2007 2:24 PM | Link to this

I agree with the other posts…I work hard for my money and will spend it as I see fit! I DO donate money to various organizations, as well as volunteer for Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Atlanta (and have done so for 4 years now). I have my “Spring & Summer shoes” (over 50 pair), then I have my “Fall & Winter Shoes” (over 75 pair). And, yes, when I get tired of them, they go to Salvation Army—I don’t try to make a dime on them by placing them on E-bay! Those who don’t know what it is to have TRULY COMFORTABLE shoes, just wouldn’t understand!

By SHAY

July 2, 2007 2:25 PM | Link to this

Hello all. My co-workers wonder all the time how many shoes I own. They bought me a shoe calendar one year. That was cool. A different shoe for every day. I own hundreds of shoes. Why, because I love to dress. I love how when you look good you feel good. I can’t say that I own any $200 shoes. I normally don’t look at the price of a show. The look attracts me and then I look at the price. I can either afford it or I can’t. I would like to say that I can make cheap look good. I also take the shoes I no longer wear to apartments and stack them beside the trash bend because they are still in the boxes they came in and in good condition. They normally don’t sit there for long.

By Kim

July 2, 2007 2:29 PM | Link to this

Eric said: “That, however does NOT mean your are a total moron for spending $200 on a pair of shoes.”

Before calling someone else a moron, you may want to look into the difference between YOUR (shoes) and YOU’RE (you’re the total moron).

By UGA gal

July 2, 2007 2:31 PM | Link to this

The most I have payed is $250 on Rebeca Sanvers - full price, but I paid for them w/ money from my additional/side free lance work and totally earned them. I am single with no kids, so this is fine for me.
Mitzi’s shoe box in Va-Hi has the best shoes! Also, I don’t blow money on HDTVs, DVDs, or any cable package more significant than basic - I simply don’t have time to enjoy these things, nor do I care to.
The typical shoe in my closet retailed for $100-150, but was purchased on-sale for $40-50, with the exception of 992s and Wallabees, which don’t go on sale.
I have over 20 pairs, but am completely disgusted with clutter, so I pledge to donate a pair to goodwill everytime I buy a new pair - keeps the closet clean. Furthermore, there is nothing worse than a cheap pair of shoes - they make feet look vile. Well made shoes are sooo much more comfortable!

By Katie

July 2, 2007 2:33 PM | Link to this

Ok, the people (martyrs) on here telling others to feed the homeless instead of buying expensive shoes - give me a break. NEWSFLASH, the goverment already conveniently removes 40% of my income before it even hits my hot little hands (and yours too - if you work) for such things. The homeless can go out and get a job just like everyone else. But the reality is most of them are on drugs. Go spend a little time downtown around them to find out. They can all run down to a nice warm shelter funded by tax dollars and get food or can go over to Grady for some free health care. Spend the money you have left after taxes however you wish and let all the opinionated jerks keep on passing judgement - who cares. You only live once, buy what makes you happy.

By tj833

July 2, 2007 2:33 PM | Link to this

I own close to 100 pairs of shoes, and see nothing wrong with dropping $600 or so on a fantastic pair of Louboutin pumps or Jimmy Choo sandals. There are certain shoes designed to be works of wearable art, and I am an avid job, a home, and no other vices (such as smoking, drinking or doing drugs) I am hardly ashamed of my shopping indulgences. Give me a $1500 pair of handmade, Gianmarco Lorenzi python boots that will last me a lifetime over a pair of poorly made $50 clunkers any day of the week.

By hillary shaw

July 2, 2007 2:35 PM | Link to this

I LOVE SHOES……It’s my business how much I pay for them……I go to work everyday, why not, I’m not hurting anyone. I’m just doing what I love,& that is shop for shoes!!!!!!!!

By Reese

July 2, 2007 2:36 PM | Link to this

I can spend anywhere from $20.00 to $300.00. The most I have ever paid has been about $300.00. It depends on the event. As a single women I buy what I can afford and don’t judge people on what they spend. I did find the survey interesting considering most of friends tell me I spend too much on shoes. I usually get shoes at DSW!

By NJ

July 2, 2007 2:43 PM | Link to this

$450 for a pair of Pradas, and $400 for a pair of Ferragamos.

By AJAY

July 2, 2007 2:43 PM | Link to this

Ya’ll aren’t paying for the SHOEs, but paying for someone’s name so you can impress your friends and strangers. That crap doesn’t impress me at all.

Know what impresses me? A ton of money in the bank. Not Jimmy Choo on your feet.

Who has time to wear over 100 pair of shoes, much less house them. What an utter waste of money? Ladies, you only need one pair of tennis shoes, one pair, maybe two of dress shoes (black and blue), and flip flops. Oh yea, and a couple of pair of good quality boat shoes for the boat.

Average, I think not. High maintenance is more like it.

By Troy

July 2, 2007 2:48 PM | Link to this

My wife owns 87 pairs of shoes. I just built cabinets for the so they would not get scratched.

By Tracy

July 2, 2007 2:50 PM | Link to this

I got you all beat…I wear $200.00 shoes only difference is I pay a lot less for them. Try $2.98-6.98 tops. It call the thrift store. I just sit and wait for somebody to donate their nearly new shoes if not new shoes to charity and I buy them. There is no difference between wearing donated shoe than trying them on behind someone in the department store. I would tell you which thrift store to find these hot deals. But you have to find your own. By the way over time I have had over hundreds of shoes and non be the wiser.

By inou

July 2, 2007 2:57 PM | Link to this

I prefer to invest my money in real estate.

By Noelle

July 2, 2007 2:58 PM | Link to this

I spend more money on shoes than I used to because wearing cheap shoes all the time is bad for your whole body, but especially for your feet. A lot of the joint issues suffered by older people can be traced back to years of wearing bad shoes.

Still, the most I’ve ever paid was around $65, for a pair of good business shoes. I buy good shoes, but I try to get them on sale or at outlet stores. I’m not a big shoe shopper in general because I shop for fit over style, and my feet are tough to fit (wide toe, narrow heel). I probably own about 25 pairs total, including seasonal shoes (I don’t wear boots in July or sandals in January), plus several pairs of dressy shoes I wear only rarely. I usually have about a half-dozen pairs of shoes in regular use at any given time during the year.

Other than my newest pair of Nikes (my sneaker of choice), my current favorites are two pairs of flat Isotoner sandals I found at The Shoe Dept. in Northlake Mall. I bought the first pair for $30 and liked them so much I went back for another pair in another color — and those were on sale for $20! They’re great for walking, which is critical because I have a long walk from the parking garage to my office and back every day.

By Jones

July 2, 2007 3:02 PM | Link to this

Troy You are WHIPPED!!!!!!

Traci WONDERFUL Idea. Let someone else wear off the “depreciation”.

Inou - Me too!!!! Something that will actually MAKE money in the future.

By Sexie Shoes

July 2, 2007 3:04 PM | Link to this

I love shoes

I have spent at the most $198 on a single pair of Betsy Johnson cork pumps… they are hot! And look great with jeans or a nice dress.

My approximate total of shoes is 112 pair of shoes. I don’t think that it is a lot considering I have many different outfits that can be worn with more than one shoe… Shop on ladies

By Sexie Shoes

July 2, 2007 3:13 PM | Link to this

Oh yeah, I buy most shoes from Baker, Aldo, Nine West, and most definitely Nordstrom’s shoe shop… the best!!!!

I don’t splurge often on shoes, but I will pay for shoes especially if they are on sale or buy one get one for cheap!!! I love shoessssssssssssss

I work hard for my money, and I dont’ have to give it to a homeless person if I don’t want to!!!

By justduckie

July 2, 2007 3:17 PM | Link to this

Joanne, people who have money can be disappointed in the choices other people with money make. Your comment is not accurate nor fair. I make a good living but would not spend that kind of money on shoes. However, if it makes YOU happy, enjoy your expensive shoes that you worked hard for. Hopefully, you will thank God for the blessings in your life that allow you to buy such treasures. I trust that you have not lost all of your compassion for those less fortunate and can see that spending that kind of money could be considered somewhat excessive. Hopefully, you’ll spend at least $200 in a year on charitable donations, or give those expensive shoes to Goodwill when they’re no longer cool for you to wear.

By SmileyC

July 2, 2007 3:23 PM | Link to this

I have roughly about 50 pairs of shoes myself. People say I have too many shoes. I had a lot more at one time…for the past 3yrs I go through my shoes every 6 months or so and donate the shoes I no longer wear to Good Will or Salvation Army, etc. The most I have spent on shoes were about $150 of my own money! I’m a single mom, so I cannot afford to purchase expensive shoes very often. However, my feet are flat and wide and a size 10 so that makes it very difficult to find shoes that fit my fit and that are comfortable at a low price. If I didn’t have a child I would probably purchase shoes more often like I did before I had a kid. I still buy the same type of shoes I would purchase before just not so many because of other responsibilities I now have. People have various reason to why they purchase products at such a high price. IF they can afford it I really don’t see a problem with it. I look at shoes the same as money spent on entertainment (concerts, sports activities, video systems/games, car accessories), dining out, jewelry, etc. To each his own! Just b/c you wouldn’t spend that much on a pair of shoes that doesn’t mean it’s wrong. Just b/c a person spends that much on shoes doesn’t mean they don’t give back to their community or do volunteer work, etc. Just my POV….

By Annie

July 2, 2007 3:25 PM | Link to this

While there are definitely things you don’t want to scrimp on for comfort’s sake (shoes & underwear), I can’t imagine paying more than $60.00 for a good pair of shoes. It’s more fun to find a good brand on sale. I probably have about 10 pairs I wear regularly and then the rest go to charity unless they are too grungy then they get trashed. It’s interesting that most of the persons posting who bought expensive shoes seem to want to justify the purchase with an explanation.

By Liberal Drive-by

July 2, 2007 3:27 PM | Link to this

If you pay more than $40 for any article of clothing you’re an idiot. Clothes are the most worthless thing you can buy. $200 for shoes? Give me a break. I don’t care if you’re Bill Gates, $200 for shoes is ridiculous.

By Rashenda

July 2, 2007 3:30 PM | Link to this

I most definitely have issues when it comes to shoes. Shoe anonymous anyone? However, for me personally nothing beats getting a good deal on a shoe. 200 dollars? Not too sure about that one…I have yet to reach baller status. I bargain shop, so I can normally get shoes that would usually cost 70 or 80 dollars for about have the price or less…

By CT

July 2, 2007 3:35 PM | Link to this

WOW!! How about I have money in the bank and love shoes and purses!! Not to mention that I don’t have to donate to any charity or give money to someone less fortunate. And guess what? God does not judge me or anyone else for spending money that we work for. Just because you don’t agree with paying alot of money for shoes, that’s U and not me. Bottom line, what I do with my money is my business.No one told you to have children and bargain shop at Payless your whole life!

By Ellen

July 2, 2007 3:50 PM | Link to this

Sadly, some of us who have narrow feet have to spend $65 and up per pair of shoes. Very few stores carry narrow widths and many of the ones that do only carry them in brands that only make $200 shoes. For those of you with narrow feet, naturalizer.com has a great selection and sends lots of coupons.

By Chief Wiggum

July 2, 2007 4:02 PM | Link to this

Arrogant, selfish, vain people make the baby Jesus cry.

You can also throw your money into the fireplace and burn it. We sure can’t tell you it’s not your right. But it’s just as stupid as spending that kind of money on shoes. Face it…the people who spend $200-$300 on a pair of shoes already have a closet full of them. They’re not going to wear them out anyway, so the excuse about them lasting is bogus.

I see people driving $100,000+ Mercedes S-class cars every day. Sure, they’ll last a long time, but they DO lose their value, and you are spending many multiples per driven mile compared to a Honda. But hey, it’s your money. Toss it away if it makes you feel good.

Isn’t that the key? People buy these things for attention, because it makes them “feel good”. Enlightenment doesn’t come easy. Some never find it. I doubt Paris Hilton has found it yet.

By Tina

July 2, 2007 4:03 PM | Link to this

There are 4 things everyone should do with hard/easy earned money: save (retirement, education, small business, trips); spend (household bills, household necessities, family leisure, clothes, shoes); invest (401K,company stock,investments through your insurance company or bank) and give (church,parents, a friend who is struggling etc). When you regulate your mindset to do so irrespective of where you fall on the earrning spectrum you will never feel guilty.

I like to shop at Saks, Macy’s, Sabot and Palo’s Shoe Gallery.

By Tina

July 2, 2007 4:03 PM | Link to this

There are 4 things everyone should do with hard/easy earned money: save (retirement, education, small business, trips); spend (household bills, household necessities, family leisure, clothes, shoes); invest (401K,company stock,investments through your insurance company or bank) and give (church,parents, a friend who is struggling etc). When you regulate your mindset to do so irrespective of where you fall on the earrning spectrum you will never feel guilty.

I like to shop at Saks, Macy’s, Sabot and Palo’s Shoe Gallery or whoever carries nice quality shoes.

By Ridiculous

July 2, 2007 4:04 PM | Link to this

I must be one of the few women alive that own less than 5 pairs of shoes. Saving up for a house is a bit more important than accessorizing the outfit.

By Becky

July 2, 2007 4:23 PM | Link to this

Tracy, I too buy from the thrift store..As I tell people though, I can’t give out all of my trade secrets for my bargains..

By Bianani

July 2, 2007 4:27 PM | Link to this

There are 4 things everyone should do with hard/easy earned money: save (retirement, education, small business, trips); spend (household bills, household necessities, family leisure, clothes, shoes); invest (401K,company stock,investments through your insurance company or bank) and give (church,parents, a friend who is struggling etc). When you regulate your mindset to do so irrespective of where you fall on the earrning spectrum you will never feel guilty.

I like to shop at Saks, Macy’s, Sabot and Palo’s Shoe Gallery or whoever carries nice quality shoes.

By blakgirl

July 2, 2007 4:34 PM | Link to this

I am a women and let’s be honest here. Women buy expensive purses and shoes to impress other women. Someone who loves fashion, I once read an article of a famous shoe designer who said a good quality shoe start at about $60. We women have too many shoes. It’s okay to buy expensive purses and shoes if you’re only getting one or two a year. I buy a Kate Spade or Furla(can’t stand those pretentious bags and shoes with designer logos all over them) purse and one pair of designer shoes, about $300 dollars. When I stop wearing or carrying them I passed them on to my teen daughter. It make no sense to have all those shoes in a closet just sitting there just to wear them once or twice and get compliments for your girlfriends. I went back to school to get my Masters and I’m glad I can pay my tuition without student loans rather than have a closet full stuff I’ve only wore once. It’s getting out of hands. I go to Lenox and see young girl no more than 25 spending their whole paychecks and whipping out credit cards just to say they have a pair of Jimmy Choos. At 35 I am wise enough to understand clothes and shoes have no resell value and somethings are only for ‘rich’ people.

By blakgirl

July 2, 2007 4:34 PM | Link to this

I am a women and let’s be honest here. Women buy expensive purses and shoes to impress other women. Someone who loves fashion, I once read an article of a famous shoe designer who said a good quality shoe start at about $60. We women have too many shoes. It’s okay to buy expensive purses and shoes if you’re only getting one or two a year. I buy a Kate Spade or Furla(can’t stand those pretentious bags and shoes with designer logos all over them) purse and one pair of designer shoes, about $300 dollars. When I stop wearing or carrying them I passed them on to my teen daughter. It make no sense to have all those shoes in a closet just sitting there just to wear them once or twice and get compliments for your girlfriends. I went back to school to get my Masters and I’m glad I can pay my tuition without student loans rather than have a closet full stuff I’ve only wore once. It’s getting out of hands. I go to Lenox and see young girl no more than 25 spending their whole paychecks and whipping out credit cards just to say they have a pair of Jimmy Choos. At 35 I am wise enough to understand clothes and shoes have no resell value and somethings are only for ‘rich’ people.

By lovelyliz

July 2, 2007 4:39 PM | Link to this

And people wonder why I have shoes in my closet that are several years old……

By Carpe Diem

July 2, 2007 4:42 PM | Link to this

I wear Cole Haan and Johnston and Murphy. I never ever paid more than $65.00 per pair (BRAND SPANKING NEW). You just have to know where to find them. You know how much it costs for Nike to manu. Shox? in China? it costs $4.50 for nike to bring in a pair of Shox to the store. You are paying for the name and atheletes who they subsidize. so you are subsidizing the spoiled brat atheletes like Vicks. How about Coach and Cole Haan? It costs them less than $20.00 to manufacture them. It is all about marketing, you guys.

By Bearded One

July 2, 2007 4:43 PM | Link to this

If I’m gonna spend $200 on shoes just to advertise a name, they better be designed by Hugh Heffner or Larry Flynt.

By lovelyliz

July 2, 2007 4:46 PM | Link to this

Luckily for my bank balance I wear the same size shoe that I did when I graduated from high school, a size 10 wide.

Have you ever tried to buy a fashionable wide shoe? I don’t think they exist especially the strappy sandal, so quite often I don’t even bother to look.

By LA

July 2, 2007 5:01 PM | Link to this

Love my Jimmy Choo and Chanel shoes. High end shoes make an outfit. Wear cheap shoes and you’ll look cheap!

By shanel

July 2, 2007 5:13 PM | Link to this

LA, that’s not true. We have a woman in our office who gets compliments all they time and women asks her where she gets her shoes. She always says Payless or Cathy Jean. Women shoes are now like women clothes, they go in and out of style too fast. Think how many women are not going to wear their $300 espardrilles and platforms because some magazine says they are out of style next summer.

By LAQUITA

July 2, 2007 5:15 PM | Link to this

i think i have about 12 pairs of shoes and i shop at places like nordstroms, macy’s , dsw,steve madden, etc. Basicly,i spend average about $80 to $120 for a pair of shoes. It just so happens that the quality and style of shoe I like just always happen to be xpensive and i dont mind paying bucks for my shoes.Even if it means not paying my cable bill in order to afford these shoes. I agree with the women who said “it’s my money and I spend it on whatever I please”. as a matter of fact out of my ($28k a year)next paycheck i am about to buy a pair of $400 louis vuitton sandals because they’re hot and thats what i like. i have a shoe fetish i admit but again its my money and i do what i want with it.

By Kiley

July 2, 2007 5:15 PM | Link to this

In the words of Carrie Bradshaw, “she shoe shamed me”… but seriously, sometimes a lady’s walk through life isn’t easy and every now and then, a girl needs a good pair of shoes to make the walk all the more easier.

I own about 30 pair of shoes, mostly in the $60-$90 range, but I have one pair of Manolos, one pair of Pradas, and one pair of Jimmy Choo. I mostly shop at NM semi-annual sale and pay half price.

By LAQUITA

July 2, 2007 5:16 PM | Link to this

i think i have about 12 pairs of shoes and i shop at places like nordstroms, macy’s , dsw,steve madden, etc. Basicly,i spend average about $80 to $120 for a pair of shoes. It just so happens that the quality and style of shoe I like just always happen to be xpensive and i dont mind paying bucks for my shoes.Even if it means not paying my cable bill in order to afford these shoes. I agree with the women who said “it’s my money and I spend it on whatever I please”. as a matter of fact out of my ($28k a year)next paycheck i am about to buy a pair of $400 louis vuitton sandals because they’re hot and thats what i like. i have a shoe fetish i admit but again its my money and i do what i want with it.

By Jim

July 2, 2007 5:17 PM | Link to this

how is it that this many people actually have a response to this story. Another sign the end is near.

By shame

July 2, 2007 5:25 PM | Link to this

If you make 28K a year you have no business shopping at Nordstrom. Are you for real!!!! That is what I call hood rich. You are not buying quality you are buying the name. I use to make 28K -30K a year and I know how much thats comes to biweekly after takes. DO YOU STAY WITH YOUR MAMA! You barely have a paycheck!!! When I made that much a year, I shopped at DSW or Off Broadway. Girl, get a grip. I don’t mean to sound mean, but that’s so GHETTO!

By coco

July 2, 2007 5:58 PM | Link to this

This is exactly why Atlanta has so many people in debt! I do have a lot of shoes, but thats because I take care of them and hold on to a lot of what I buy. That lady who only makes 28k and is buying 400 dollar sandals is nuts…she must be living on someone’s couch!

By whatever whatever

July 2, 2007 6:03 PM | Link to this

I get my shoes from shoeland on buford highway and believe me they are hot. 90 percent of the shoes in that store are awful. but if you know what you are looking for and know what looks good then why the hell not. People practically fall over when i say everything in the store is under 20 mostly 10 dollars and under. Some of the shoes may be trendy but you only wear those once or twice anyways…

By p

July 2, 2007 7:30 PM | Link to this

Shoes? in atlanta, we’re trapped into paying $4000 to $5000 more for cars than the northeast. we pay a lot more for food.

we’re stupider than hell for putting up with it.

By Debbie

July 2, 2007 7:33 PM | Link to this

Why does everyone always get so p** on these blogs??? Everyone has a vice. If it’s shoes, then it’s shoes!! For some it’s cars, or iPhones, or other electronics, etc., etc.

I, for one, do not spend a lot on my shoes. The most expensive shoes I’ve ever bought were probably somewhere around $60. And they were probably my hiking boots. I’m more the sneakers and flip-flop artsy kind, rather than the corporate high heel kind. I prefer to spend my money on vacations! Just got back from Italy!!!!

But if your thing is to buy shoes, then go for it. And everyone else, just stick to your own vices and be quiet!

By Miss Shoe Fetish

July 2, 2007 7:48 PM | Link to this

I am so happy there are others that have more than enough shoes hanging around in their closets Whew…i was really about to sign up for the Step Program. Glad to see the latest posters join the debate. Okay so who thinks a person making $28K or less than $40K make comment on any shoe that will cost them more than $20-$25 buck. $400 on LV’s ‘Caught Me One specials’ -DANG!!!! Someone get me off of here $400…$400…I’m out

By Big Foot girl

July 2, 2007 7:55 PM | Link to this

I have tons of shoes but rarely pay more than $75 for a pair.

A more interesting question is… where’d all you big foot girls come from !! I swear all of ATL wears my 9 1/2 shoe and gets to TJ’s and Marshalls right before I do! And forget DSW. I think I’ve found 3 pairs in there during the 7 years I’ve lived here!!

(Seriously though… why can’t shoe mfgrs make more than 1 pair in a run in my size?!)

By Sweet C

July 2, 2007 8:14 PM | Link to this

Who’s to say that people with alot of shoes and pay alot for them don’t help out people in need.Everybody has their own thing they like to do with their money so don’t hate.I have over 150 pairs of shoes and spend up to $100 sometimes but it is what i like to do with my money.

By smartshopper

July 2, 2007 8:18 PM | Link to this

Contrary to Joanne’s opinion, the people who are saying “spending $200 on shoes is a waste”,aren’t necessarily the people who don’t have any money. My husband and I do very well. We work hard for our money and we both love shopping. I haven’t actually counted, but I’m sure I own over 50 pairs of shoes. However, I have never paid more than $100 for a pair of shoes or boots, and I like quality shoes. I just don’t believe that I need to give top dollar to retailers, when I know that there will be a sale. I also have this thing about saving for a rainy day and doing what makes sense.

By Deb

July 2, 2007 8:46 PM | Link to this

D, it’s the libraries computer and internet connection (our tax dollars at work, for once). I use public transportation and you couldn’t imagine where I live.

Any adult that needs more shoes than the change of seasons or wear requires has deep rooted problems of self worth. You spend all your time worrying about how good you look to someone who doesn’t know you and doesn’t care.How pathetic is that?

We live in a nation of people who live in fear - fear of what someone else may imagine about them based on what they drive or wear.

Aren’t you sick and tired of being afraid?

By mae

July 2, 2007 8:59 PM | Link to this

Please just stick to the blog question. We are all aware of societal problems; the news is full of hopelessly awful stuff. We also know that $200 can provide groceries for a family as oppose to a single pair of shoes. But, for the sake of conversation, let’s just keep the blog light hearted and a moment of fun sharing. Purchasing shoes and shopping (within your economical means) is not a bad thing. The question was about the best places to buy shoes in ATL. I recall years ago, the best place was AJS, just off of Howell Mill Road. That place had the most beautiful shoes anywhere from maybe $20 to several hundred dollars. I normally went a few times a month, on Saturdays. The parking lot was a zoo; ladies went there in droves buying shoes. It was a fun and exciting experience. Ladies from all races and walks of life were all just enjoying looking at beautiful shoes. I took my mom when she visited, she was overwhelmed. There is no where now (that I can think of), that provides beautifully well made shoes that you don’t see everywhere. For the bargain shopper, please let me know where those places are now!!! It’s not always about buying shoes. Sometimes I left empty handed. It was about the experience, bonding with your girlfriends, looking at beautiful shoes on a Saturday afternoon. For the record, I spend $30-60 for a single pair of shoes, mostly brand names and mostly at Marshalls and TJMaxx. I also make a good salary, have children (3) and I have a monthly “allowance”. I have anywhere from 40-50 pairs of shoes (accumulated over the years), mostly summer shoes (I cant stand winter shoes).

By Shaye Breed

July 2, 2007 9:11 PM | Link to this

Of course you have the right to spend your money on whatever you wish to… however, the rest of us have the right to lament the vapid materialism of those who consistently spend way too much money on frivolous things. One $200, sure… 2, maybe… but spending an AVERAGE of $200 per pair of shoes? That’s ridiculous. Funny how so many people choose to dismiss criticism that might just have some merit with a “they’re just jealous.” :P And I have far different ways of “bonding with my girlfriends.” It generally involves talking about something more substantive than shoes.

Personally, I walk heavy (no, I’m rather svelte, thankyouverymuch) and so I’m very hard on shoes, so I don’t buy many expensive ones… I probably average about $20-25 per pair. I thought the $75 boots I got on sale at Junkman’s Daughter were pricey, and that’s the most I’ve ever spent on shoes.

By Shaye Breed

July 2, 2007 9:19 PM | Link to this

Oh, and Laquita, honey, if you’re not paying your bills to buy something you don’t NEED, you have a problem. Seriously—perhaps you should speak to someone about it.

By Jennifer

July 2, 2007 9:21 PM | Link to this

I have 93 pairs of shoes and 9 pairs of boots. 52 pairs are Coach shoes. The most I have paid for a pair of boots is $199. They are GUCCI boots that were originally $1100. That is the best leather that money can buy. They fit like a glove. The most I have paid for a pair of shoes was $145 for a pair of Vera Wang pumps. I never pay the original price. My mom taught me that everything in retail is inventory and they can’t eat it. Therefore, eventually they will have to mark it down to move it out of the store for the new inventory. Your best bet is to find a salesperson in your favorite store and they usually tell you when the shoes go on sale. They work on commission. Try to purchase your shoes at the end of the season. July and January are the best months.

By Scootie

July 2, 2007 9:22 PM | Link to this

i spend my wic and welfare check on some shoes, now. halah

By Christy

July 2, 2007 9:38 PM | Link to this

Shoes go out of season?? Gee, call me tacky and out of date, but if my shoes are comfortable and still look good, then I will wear them for as many seasons as I want. I do have a weakness for shoes, and I own over 50 pair, but I’ve never spent more than $80-$90 on a pair, and it will definitely be a sale or coupons used. My money spent my way. The only one I have to answer to is my husband and I’ve just learned to hide them until I need them, then I can tell him I’ve had them for awhile.
No one at my house goes w/o food or clothing or anything they need because of my shoe shopping and my family is front and foremost of everyone else. I won’t apologize for being able to afford more than others.

By readingissexy

July 2, 2007 10:00 PM | Link to this

some statistical considerations: this article doesn’t tell us where the survey took place. if it took place at lenox mall, it would be a very different survey result than if it were taken at a strip mall, or discount chain store.

in my closet, i have six pairs of shoes: one shoe from target ($12 each), two shoes that cost $40-60, my running shoes ($100), and a designer pair that I wear to work at least once a week ($400). That gives me a rough average of $122 per shoe. The one designer pair overshadows the bargain shoes and the inclusion of quality athletic also inflates the average price of my shoe wardrobe. Similarly, if I owned 10 pairs of old navy flip-flips, the average price would shrink, as well.

my point is that you can’t judge these women until you know where they were surveyed or what their tax bracket was. you can’t assume the “average” shoe price represents the “average” atlanta woman. i’m sure dr. scholl’s took that information, but it isn’t presented in this article. the “average” woman in the atlanta-metro area probably wasn’t the “average” woman surveyed for this data. the article gives us no information about the “average” woman and can make no claims as to what her “average” shoe budget is.

By Ms. B.

July 2, 2007 10:20 PM | Link to this

I am a shoe freak… The most I have paid for a pair of shoes is $800.00. I work hard so, I should be able too buy what I want. My favorite Jimmy Choo.

By John in Jackson

July 2, 2007 10:33 PM | Link to this

Let’s see: a pair of shoes or an oz of weed.

By Traci,

July 2, 2007 10:51 PM | Link to this

As I said earlier in the day!

Buy STOCK in the companies that you buy the shoes from.

Example - Do any of you have stock in Macy*s. They are traded under “M” Since BLOOMINGDALES is owned by this company(used to be Federated Department Stores- they changed the name.
If you own stock in this company - you own Stock in BLOOMINGDALES. As a shareholder - you find out what and where the company is trending to at the SHAREHOLDER meetings. They give away FREE merchandise, Gift Cards, and you will have the INSIDERS scoop on what the company is going to be doing in the next fiscal year. You wil also see what’s in fashion before everyone else does. Buy stock —— it’s easy. Use Sharebuilder.com. Invest the $200 and make your money back plus a wonderful return on your investment.

By Sharon

July 2, 2007 11:05 PM | Link to this

I can’t see spending that kind of money on shoes. And I don’t believe Atlanta women spend that kind of money on average! Why would I spend that much and then wear them just a handful of times? If I was a millionare, or married to one maybe, but are there that many in Atlanta? Especially since one only wears certain shoes with certain outfits! I probably have about 60 pairs of shoes, but never spent more than $100 since I don’t keep them around long. Whats also funny is that in my final years as a male, I probably had just 4 pairs of shoes—black pair, brown pair, and two running shoes.

By Consider the Source

July 2, 2007 11:24 PM | Link to this

Did no one notice the source of this “research”? Dr. Scholl’s for Her!! Hardly a respected institution devoted to extensive, peer-reviewed scientific inquiry. The piece never even mentions how many women were questioned for the survey. They might have talked to ten women in a really expensive shoe store.

There’s no mention of what the question even was. Did they ask “What’s the most you’ve ever spent on a pair of shoes?” Did they ask “What’s the average price of the shoes in your closet?” It’s appalling how many people really don’t know how an average is arrived at, and therefore wouldn’t even be able to answer the question accurately. And who knows whether they’re talking about a mean, median or mode average?

This was a quick, cutesy little piece, probably dashed off in less than 20 minutes, about a piece of trash “research” ostensibly performed by a manufacturer of comfort inserts for shoes.

Please.

By lovelyliz

July 3, 2007 8:39 AM | Link to this

My kingdom for a cute pair of strappy sandals in a wide size!!! But alas, there is no such thing.

By blakgirl

July 3, 2007 8:41 AM | Link to this

To the ladie who quoted Carrie Bradshaw from sex in the city. Remember when Aidan left her and she had to beg and borrow to get her down payment. When Miranda told her she probably spent $40,000 on shoes and there’s her downpayment. Carrie said, “I’ll be the old lady who lived with shoes” Classic, but an example what living in the moment could do for your future

By Freckles

July 3, 2007 10:10 AM | Link to this

Well… I just moved here from Los Angeles. I do not have as many pairs of shoes now that I am in Atlanta but then again, not too many to one is alot to another. I have bought some very fabulous pairs since I have been here. I wear them all the time. I am short and love a stiletto. All shades, colors, styles.

I buy shoes because they do not make me feel bad. My weight has been up and down the last couple of years and I hate to try on clothes. Things never look the way I feel like they should in my head. So I buy shoes. they feel good and if you get the right pair - OOOOH BABY!

So I guess I have about 55 pair and usually catch a great deal. I sometimes find deals at Ross or TJ MAXX but mostly shop Nine West and Macys. Outlets are the best! The most that I have spent on a pair od shoes is $230 for a pair of Gucci sandals from a sample sell in Los Angeles. I worked some OT to get them so that I would not break myself. I have spent much more on handbags.

My favorite place to buy shoes is Macy’s in Lennox Mall and DSW. Off Broadway is a hit or miss for me. I do not really go on Zappos because they are HIGH but you will find a shoe that you have been looking for and the size. Not too mention they ship overnight for free.

I admit that I do have a problem but I do not live out of my means to have what I have. I do not sacrifice my rent money, student loan money or any of my bills. I SIMPLY LOVE SHOES and I DO NOT FEEL BAD ABOUT IT.

By Jerry

July 3, 2007 10:15 AM | Link to this

If people can’t afford bookbags for their kids, quit having them. I just love judgemental people who point fingers at everyone else about how they spend their money.

By musiciantype

July 3, 2007 10:26 AM | Link to this

okay, i earned less than 6,000 last year. but i too have shoes over 200$. besides give up the stereo types. i’m diabetic and overweight and am on my feet alot, but yes i believe in feeding the homeless and raisng our children with morales.but my life is a lot less painful in these shoes.

By musiciantype

July 3, 2007 10:26 AM | Link to this

okay, i earned less than 6,000 last year. but i too have shoes over 200$. besides give up the stereo types. i’m diabetic and overweight and am on my feet alot, but yes i believe in feeding the homeless and raisng our children with morales.but my life is a lot less painful in these shoes.

By Perkle

July 3, 2007 10:44 AM | Link to this

If it’s your hard earned money, you should spend it as you see fit.

I have always been very thrifty and can’t stand spending a lot of money of stuff. The most I’ve spent on a pair of shoes was $65 for a pair of boots. I am hard to fit because I have very narrow heels but I will keep looking to find what I need rather than spend $100’s on a pair of shoes. I just have more important things to spend my money on.

By Mark

July 3, 2007 10:58 AM | Link to this

Like PT Barnum said - “There’s a fool born every minute”

By NATASHA SCOTT

July 3, 2007 11:09 AM | Link to this

I OWN A TOTAL OF 321 PAIRS OF SHOES. AND THE MOST I SPENT ON A PAIR OF SHOES IS $165.00. I LOVE TO PURCHASE MY SHOES FROM NINE WEST IN ATLANTIC STATION. YES….I AM A SHOE FANATIC!!!!

By manda

July 3, 2007 11:11 AM | Link to this

Actually, I just spent $170.00 on a pair of nike shox for my husband.(worth every penny) I am more frugal at about $30.00 on shoes for myself at Rack Room. Handbags are another story, however!

By Chief Wiggum

July 3, 2007 11:50 AM | Link to this

My favorite comment is from Laquita. She makes $28,000, and will skip out on her cable bill to buy shoes.

“Even if it means not paying my cable bill in order to afford these shoes”

Poor girl must need to feel good about herself. Self-esteem at the expense of good sense.

I continually shake my head at the abject stupidity in this area. Sad thing is, the little idiots will come here and crow about how they have the right to do these stupid things. They sure do. Doesn’t mean they’re any less stupid, just that they do indeed have the right to be stupid.

Atlanta has such a high rate of bankruptcies, reposessions, and foreclosures. I simply cannot understand why that might be!

By Koala

July 3, 2007 12:02 PM | Link to this

These shoe divas are the same ones who will be filing bankruptcy at some point in their lives, whining about having no money, and have little or no IRA or 401K money for retirement. Go buy shoes on www.target.com for less than $30 you crazy divas!

By Candace

July 3, 2007 12:40 PM | Link to this

I own 50+ pairs of shoes. I have never spent more than $200 on a pair of shoes. I spent $100 on a pair of nikes once. The most i usually spend is probably about $80. I am new to shopping in Atlanta though, but here is a small list of places I find good shoes… DSW (near Lenox Mall) Off Broadway (near Perimeter Law) Macy’s Lenox Mall sale racks at Nine West and Steve Madden

By Captain Tom

July 3, 2007 12:43 PM | Link to this

I guarentee that the women that spent $200 and more on a pair of shoes did not earn the money that bought them, otherwise they would know the value of a dollar. What a worthless waste.

By Cooter Bob

July 3, 2007 12:47 PM | Link to this

What’s $200 when I have over $3,000,000 growing daily in investments? I can make up that money in a day. If I like a pair of shoes that cost $500, I wouold buy them - because I CAN!!!!

By Cooter Bob

July 3, 2007 12:48 PM | Link to this

What’s $200 when I have over $3,000,000 growing daily in investments? I can make up that money in a day. If I like a pair of shoes that cost $500, I would buy them - because I CAN!!!!

By Gorilla O

July 3, 2007 12:48 PM | Link to this

That finally explains why most women in atlanta are broke as hell…but hey they look damn good though.

By Mish Mash

July 3, 2007 12:53 PM | Link to this

Shoes are proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.

Why is everyone being so ugly and hatefull?

My latest purchase is a $40 pair of Skecher no-lace sneakers; waited 4 months for them to go on sale, and finally paid full price. Very comfy and not as hot as regular sneaker, great for summer walks. My favorite summer shoes are a pair of Keen sport sandals, purchased online from Shoes.com.

Be nice to each other, please.

By Mish Mash

July 3, 2007 12:54 PM | Link to this

Shoes are proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.

Why is everyone being so ugly and hatefull?

My latest purchase is a $40 pair of Skecher no-lace sneakers; waited 4 months for them to go on sale, and finally paid full price. Very comfy and not as hot as regular sneaker, great for summer walks. My favorite summer shoes are a pair of Keen sport sandals, purchased online from Shoes.com.

Be nice to each other, please.

By Mish Mash

July 3, 2007 12:55 PM | Link to this

Shoes are proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.

Why is everyone being so ugly and hatefull?

My latest purchase is a $40 pair of Skecher no-lace sneakers; waited 4 months for them to go on sale, and finally paid full price. Very comfy and not as hot as regular sneaker, great for summer walks. My favorite summer shoes are a pair of Keen sport sandals, purchased online from Shoes.com.

Be nice to each other, please.

By mike

July 3, 2007 12:58 PM | Link to this

Interesting why anyone would care what another working adult spends on their shoes. My daughter obtained her Phd and makes a very comfortable living now. She isnt 30 yrs old. She likes to look nice and dress nice. Yes she does wear expensive shoes also. You spend your money the way you want and she is entitled to spend hers the way she wants. Too many busy bodies here. Get a life.

By val

July 3, 2007 1:37 PM | Link to this

IT’S NO ONES BUSINESS HOW MUCH ANYONE SPENDS ON THEIR SHOES. AS LONG AS THEY CAN AFFORD IT AND DO NOT HAVE TO ASK FOR MONEY FROM OTHERS, WHY DO YOU CARE. I AM A SHOE LOVER. ALL MY BILLS ARE PAID AND I NEVER HAVE TO ASK ANYONE TO LEND ME MONEY FOR ANY REASON

By Conscience

July 3, 2007 1:50 PM | Link to this

Poor Cooter Bob. Just a bragging mouth full of …t

By I Love Shoes and Purses

July 3, 2007 1:52 PM | Link to this

I own lots of shoes and that doesn’t make me a bad person. I also own a purse that cost $2,000 that doesn’t make me a bad person either. I am very charitable and give things I no longer use away to charities like Cure Clothes and the GoodWill. Many of the things I give are brand new with the tags still attached. I think that when younger girls who don’t have endless amounts of money go and find these nice things brand new with the tags attached they get excited and that makes me happy to know maybe I have helped to make someones life a little better by giving things that are new or hardly worn away. I have not always had all the luxuries I have today. I know I am very lucky to have all that I have and that is why I give things I don’t wear anymore to charities or to my friends. I work very hard and it’s nice to go and buy nice things I know I have worked hard to get. People shouldn’t begrudge others for owning nice things.

PS: I own around 75 to 100 pairs of shoes. I love all shoes. If I like I buy it. But I have come to really like Coach shoes, I loved the wedges they had this season. They also make these great little sneakers too.

By Cheapie

July 3, 2007 2:11 PM | Link to this

Shoes, you gotta be kidding.

This gal is barefoot most of the time but when shoes are necessary the Wal Mart Eartb Shoe is most comfortable and usually on sale for uder $20.00 I did spend over $100 for 1 pair of leather boots but thats once in 10 years so that still averages to a cheapie.

By Theresa

July 3, 2007 2:58 PM | Link to this

I pay over $80.00 a pair for SAS shoes that is when they are on sale, and you know what, I work hard & I deserve comfortable, good fitting shoes that last for years!! I also pay almost $3.00 a gallon for gasoline, now that is something that is way over priced!!! Why don’t you guys do something about that!!! Leave us ladies alone, if good shoes make us feel good & we can afford them, so be it. I agree with the people who said mind your own business. A good pair of shoes for $100.00 that last several years is a much better investment than 10 pair of shoes @ $10.00 pair that each last less than 10 weeks. Ladies, enjoy your shoes & don’t make any excuses for your preference in shoes. Everyone is an individual.

By DivaLee

July 11, 2007 12:12 PM | Link to this

Quality is always important. I haven’t found many $30 pairs of quality shoes. It just doesn’t make sense to spend a load of money on nice clothes and then skimp on your feet. If the feet aren’t happy then the rest of you body suffers.