Of Mars, Venus and some Shoes Thoughts

Men’s shoes are made for long-term durability whilst those for ladies are more for short-term desirability. Is this why men’s shoes look boringly similar whilst ladies’ shoes are refreshingly different with style changes all the time? This does suggest greater vanity on the part of our ladies but critically, a designer’s rice bowl.

If a man’s shoes breakdown not too long after purchase, he will not buy a similar branded pair for a long time. If the ladies’ shoes breakdown, it can be more easily forgiven. In fact, some may secretly like this for giving them the excuse to be shopping for a newer more fashionable pair.

Men’s shoes generally cost more and are made to withstand rough treatment. Ladies shoes (especially the heeled ones) break down a lot easier and do not last very long. Nowadays, ladies do wear tougher sneakers or sports shoes which are really based on the men’s versions.

Some men (not many though) take pains to regularly give their shoes a nice polish and shine (training from the cadet days?) but I have never seen a lady polishing her collection of shoes before. Yes, NEVER. Have you ? Actually, regularly polishing your shoes revitalises and extends their lifespan.

You may say you are not like what I’ve said but you could be the exception. I’m generalising a bit so don’t get too uptight. These are just some irrelevant observations. We are all different and need to recognise and respect our differences. Ask the shoe manufacturers - I think they all know these little secrets a long time ago!