I love the look of lace up high topped leather shoes. When I see them on other guys I turn green with envy.
But I just can’t wear them.
I’m a “come home and kick my shoes off without touching them” kind of guy. The heels of all my shoes get crushed, as I use my toes to take them off, often without ever untying them
That’s why I love my Skechers Expected Avillo Slip-ons. I can crush the back of them putting them on, I can flick my heel and take them off. There’s no effort ever in these relaxed fit beauties.
Fun fact: Did you know Ringer Starr helped design them?
But my foot doctor doesn’t like these kind of shoes. They’re soft and cushiony, but there isn’t enough support for my feet. These shoes are a relaxed fit and so they don’t hold my arch properly meaning I’ve got a plantar forma – a foot issue that can’t be solved with surgery and likely only gets worse.
The only way I can really help things is by wearing firm, supportive shoes.
BUT I LIKE KICKING THEM OFF!!
I’ve been mostly wearing running shoes lately, the same kind of shoes I wear when I do my Team Diabetes training, but that’s not quite stylish enough when I need to go somewhere a little more upscale, so I went shoe shopping for some new kicks at Marks.
That’s when I found those awesome lace up chukkas up top. There were so many different styles with felt, leather, in the rich browns and blacks. I imagined myself in all the awesome Instagram goodness I see in the Marks feed
https://www.instagram.com/p/BZw0tAxjmI4/
I went to the store and tried them on.
And they were delicious. My legs were a little short and stumpy compared to the lean models on Insta, but the shoes were great. And then I tried to kick one pair off to try the next and the hate-on I have for high top lace ups came screaming back.
I couldn’t go there. I just couldn’t.
So I looked for these great Denver Hayes Chelsea Markham boots (also discovered on Insta), and stylish brown Denver Hayes Boston shoes (I can hack a low rise lace up, because they’re easy to kick off).
Both shoe styles offer me support, both shoe styles are easy to kick off. Sold!!
Daddy has a new pair of shoes to rock in my everyday jeans and I might have a chance to look good on the rare occasion I try to suit up!
With the October shoe sale on at Marks, I grabbed a third pair of more casual kicks and tried my hand at being an Insta Star:
Are you #TeamLaceUp or #TeamSlipOn? I asked my followers on Twitter, and here’s how they reacted:
https://twitter.com/buzzbishop/status/919958500058447872
Cast your vote with the contest form below and enter to win a $100 gift card from Marks for your own new kicks! There’s a shoe sale on at Marks for the rest of the month!
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#TeamSlipON!
#TeamSlipOn because I do not want to bend to lace up and don’t want to risk tripping on them.
I’m on #TeamSlipOn because who wants to waste time tying laces?
I would love to have these shoes~ https://www.marks.com/en/skechers-womens-knit-gore-slip-on-shoes-100562.html#100562%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
I am #TeamSlipOn so I can be out the door in seconds.
I’d get the Women’s Gratis Heather Knit Bungie-Lace Athletic Shoes
https://www.marks.com/en/skechers-womens-gratis-heather-knit-bungie-lace-athletic-shoes-100571.html#100571%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
I am definitely #TeamSlipOn!
I would probably buy these shoes! They look super comfy! https://www.marks.com/en/skechers-womens-gowalk-4-achiever-mesh-slip-on-shoes-100566#100566%5Bcolor%5D=GREY
Definitely #teamslipon! Much quicker to get out the door in!
Im #TeamSlipOn for sure! I am always in a rush so any time savers are a win to me
#TeamSlipOn – I’m usually running after the kids!
I’d put it towards the Windriver in black! https://www.marks.com/en/windriver-womens-rain-mid-cut-rubber-boots-with-cuff-91676.html#91676%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
I am #TeamSlipOn, Always likes to get out the door as quick as I can.
The Women’s Everlay Heidi Pleated Slip-On Shoes by Clarks.
https://www.marks.com/en/clarks-womens-everlay-heidi-pleated-slip-on-shoes-91637.html#91637%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
I’m #TeamLaceUp because I like to be able to adjust the tightness and I usually prefer the look of lace up shoes.
I would treat my husband to new shoes since I have plenty. He would probably pick these ones: https://www.marks.com/en/denver-hayes-mens-hamilton-lace-up-shoes-21085.html#21085%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
I am #TeamSlipOn , quick and easy.
I’m on #TeamSlipOn because we’re always in a hurry so no time to lace up
#TeamSlipOn no laces no ties just comfort slip on and go oh yes please
#teamslipon!!
I have 5 kids, I don’t have time for tying so #teamslipon for sure
I would get a pair of winter boots for our Calgary winter (I don’t have any boots). I like these ones: https://www.marks.com/en/denver-hayes-womens-ava-low-cut-lace-up-winter-boots-101501.html#101501%5Bcolor%5D=TAUPE
#TeamSlipOn Hard to bend over to tie anything
I would choose https://www.marks.com/en/skechers-womens-athletic-flex-appeal-20-lace-up-sneakers-100564.html#100564%5Bcolor%5D=GREY if I won
I’m on #TeamSlipOn because they are easy to wear and you don’t have to worry about laces coming undone!
#TeamSlipOn so much easier to just slip into a pair of shoes and not have to worry about tying up laces!
I would put the gift card towards the Women’s Bridgette HD2 Mid-Cut Boot. https://www.marks.com/en/denver-hayes-womens-bridgette-hd2-mid-cut-boot-39846.html#39846%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
#TeamSlipOn I really don’t have time to tie shoes lol
I like the Women’s Sillian Rest Skimmer Shoes
@teamslipon all about the on/off ease!
@teamslipon all the way
I’m on #TeamLaceUp, I like to tighten up on loosen up on my own choice.
#TeamSlipOn..love the look and easy to put on and remove
TeamSlipOn ! with two little ones and trying to get out the door every morning to get my oldest to school, I have no time for laces
My favorite is the Women’s Zig Zag Mesh Bungie Slip-On Shoes https://www.marks.com/en/skechers-womens-zig-zag-mesh-bungie-slip-on-shoes-100547.html#100547%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
My favourite pair https://www.marks.com/en/windriver-womens-ridge-mesh-low-cut-approach-hiking-shoes-100536.html#100536%5Bcolor%5D=GREY
#TeamSlipOn for sure, because it is faster.
I need good winter boots, so my choice is https://www.marks.com/en/denver-hayes-womens-bridgette-hd2-mid-cut-boot-39846.html#39846%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
I am definitely a #TeamSlipOn kind of person. It’s very convenient.
I am #TeamSlipOn all the way!
#TeamSlipOn So much easier!
I love slip ons but I am #TeamLaceUp. I like that you can adjust the tightness of the shoe and the laces add style to an outfit.
I’m definitely more team slip on, i’ll have to say.
#TEAMSLIPON
Team slip on whenever I can!
I love slip ons because laces are a nuisance! #TeamSlipOn
#TeamSlipOn because it’s so much easier and convenient
I am definately a #teamslipon. My dogs need to go out in a hurry when they need to go outside so no time for laceups.
Definitely the slip ons. They’re easy and convenient.
#TeamSlipOn is I hate dealing with laces – they are always coming on done and eventually they are slip on as you get to the point that you don’t tied them or undo them!
#TeamSlipOn OMG its so EASY to do! lol
I LOVE the DENVER HAYES
Women’s Ivy HD2 Chelsea Boot!! So if I won I would choose them!!
Depends on the task – for running I am #TeamLaceUp because I can customize the pressure at key points and get the best support for my run! But most of the time, I’d prefer to just slip ’em on.
I am Team Lace Up. They’re much more classy looking as a general rule.
I really like these Oxfords. https://www.marks.com/en/rockport-mens-colben-oxford-shoes-100507.html#100507%5Bcolor%5D=TAN
@TeamSlipOn .. path of least resistance in life people!
#TeamSlipOn safer for me because I never do up my shoes
#TeamSlipOn because I’m basically lazy.
#TeamSlipOn because, I too, am basically lazy (I literally have a pair of slippons at work for this very reason)
Women’s 6″ Vegas Aluminium Toe Composite Plate Work Boots – for work as mine are already worn out and we I am not eligible for 8 more months
#TeamLaceUp I can control how loose or tight I want my shoes/boots to be
I’d use my gift card to buy these https://www.marks.com/en/dh-womens-larissa-lace-boots-91647.html#91647%5Bcolor%5D=OLIVE
I would use my GC on the Skechers Flex Appeal 2.0 Lace-Up Shoes – they are perfect for my daily strolls: https://www.marks.com/en/skechers-womens-flex-appeal-20-lace-up-shoes-91655.html#91655%5Bcolor%5D=GREY
I am so in love with the TIMBERLAND
Women’s “Mount Hope” Lace Up Winter Boot
#teamlaceup easier to put on and remove!
#TeamSlipOn so much less time consuming!
I LOVE these boots!!
https://www.marks.com/en/sung-alfred-sung-womens-haley-over-the-knee-boots-91631.html#91631%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
#TeamSlipOn just slip and go!
’m #TeamLaceUp because I like to be able to adjust tightness!
I am #TeamLaceUp so that my shoes dont fall off my feet!
I’ve always wanted a pair of riding boots. What really peaks my interest about the Women’s Denver Hayes Quad Comfort Selena Riding Boots is the new Quad Comfort treatment & how easy they are to slip on & off!
My hubby is #teamlaceup.
#TeamLaceUp because I like the lace look and feeling the boots fitted.
#Teamslipon I don’t have time to waste.
I would like the Women’s Quad Comfort Selena Riding Boots
I would love these:
https://www.marks.com/en/reebok-womens-esoterra-dmx-lite-sneakers-101506.html#101506%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK
I really like these boots – https://www.marks.com/en/windriver-womens-tundra-mid-cut-hiking-boots-100531.html#100531%5Bcolor%5D=GREY
#TeamSlipOn easy and convenient!
I’d love the Women’s Sacha Shearling Wool Low Boots! It’s perfect for the fall and winter. https://www.marks.com/en/farwest-womens-sacha-shearling-wool-low-boots-91671.html#91671%5Bcolor%5D=GREY
#teamlaceup I prefer a tight secure fit on my shoe and i feel that only comes with laces
Women’s Quad Comfort Fergie Pleated Boots are something i like
I’d like the Women’s Shearilng Slide Slippers…Medium
https://www.marks.com/en/denver-hayes-womens-shearling-slide-slippers-82353.html#82353%5Bcolor%5D=TAN
I’m Team Lace Up! I prefer to know my shoes are going to stay on lol
I so need these Ava Low Cut Winter boots! https://www.marks.com/en/denver-hayes-womens-ava-low-cut-lace-up-winter-boots-101501.html#101501%5Bcolor%5D=TAUPE
I need some new runners, so I’d pick these
https://www.marks.com/en/skechers-womens-print-collar-lace-shoes-100561.html#100561%5Bcolor%5D=BLACK