I first heard about tieks just probably 3-4 months back when someone posted in a facebook group. Seeing the tag price and how simple it looked, I quickly dismissed it. I was not at all drawn to it and thought I was not its market. I was quite happy with the Cole Haans I managed to snag from DSW on clearance sale. Prior to that, I settled for any random brand that would sell cute ballet flats after getting tired of wearing heels. VNC/Vincci, Charles and Keith, Aldo, Coach, MK, G.H. Bass, korean street vendors etc. It wasn't until that Cole Haan pair when I realized that these flats could be comfortable. You see, I'd trade them with sneakers/NMDs anytime when heavy walking is involved.
"Curiousity killed the cat."
Curiousity got the better of me though and I found myself wanting to splurge and indulge in some retail therapy one time that tieks was just back in the radar. Also, not to mention that I was out on a business trip where I had to wear steel-toed shoes which weren't exactly my taste leaving me with a hefty luggage for Just a one week trip. It was the perfect excuse to give tieks a try. It could be perfect for travelling and I had some extra funds.
My first pair was burgundy. I tried to break it in as all other posts I've read told me to. The big toe problem did surface but now that I've been wearing it a lot, it's a very comfortable pair that feels like second skin. Honestly, sometimes I don't realize it is that comfortable until I switch to my non-tieks pairs.
Barely a month later, I found myself, splurging on another pair. This time, with my husband's choice of color, cobalt. It is now my favorite pair.
I definitely want to add some more but I need to be practical and sensible. Also, since joining the group Tieks Anonymous it made me feel paranoid of how I use mine. My husband takes better care of his Jordan collection than I do with any shoes.
I'm definitely conflicted so for now, a wishlist would suffice, until I can add them to my tote guilt-free.
