tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post9049170660723640010..comments2024-02-15T00:57:03.420-08:00Comments on - Privilege: Should You Cringe When You Buy Steve Madden Brogues?LPChttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18209861350905135093noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-57354398832557668952010-08-18T07:44:42.669-07:002010-08-18T07:44:42.669-07:00Although the actual Steve Madden himself may not b...Although the actual <a href="http://www.piperlime.com/products/steve-madden.jsp" rel="nofollow">Steve Madden</a> himself may not be the perfect role model for anyone to follow you can argue with his success. In less than twenty years he turned his small shoe company into one of the world's most decorated brands. He may have served some hard time in his life but you cannot argue with his success.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-65426916453409352962010-08-02T14:50:43.029-07:002010-08-02T14:50:43.029-07:00Isn't the main issue with Steve Madden (beside...Isn't the main issue with Steve Madden (besides prison, which is something to be ashamed of, but at least he didn't marry his girlfriend's daughter or drug and rape a young teen or propagandize for the N. Vietnamese) that he plagiarizes other designer's work? That's kind of cheating.<br /><br />On the other hand, they are cute shoes. As long as they are not made by political prisoners and nobody is suing him for whatever you sue when someone copies your work, I guess it's OK.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-38464496718110666732010-08-02T11:46:18.976-07:002010-08-02T11:46:18.976-07:00This is a brand I'd personally never buy becau...This is a brand I'd personally never buy because of the extraordinary amount of copying it does but ... I forgive you ;-)WendyBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15578678568161906538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-11170701544251827512010-08-01T16:52:56.870-07:002010-08-01T16:52:56.870-07:00All things considered the shoes are still beautifu...All things considered the shoes are still beautiful. I've actually had several pairs of Steve Maddens which I've liked, they'll fall apart soon enough, but I go to school in a place with so much snow that it's not worth investing in shoes because barely anything makes it through a winter.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-46656257032309982852010-07-31T05:31:37.904-07:002010-07-31T05:31:37.904-07:00Amazing brogues - I love them... I had no idea abo...Amazing brogues - I love them... I had no idea about Steve Madden though. xSemi Expathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12839322243900070800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-46213160742190371322010-07-30T21:35:30.578-07:002010-07-30T21:35:30.578-07:00Interesting post. I have no idea who Steve Madde...Interesting post. I have no idea who Steve Madden is, and have lived thus far, without his shoes; but he sounds like an interesting personality.<br /><br />If the shoe fits comfortably, why kick the brand?No Sacrifice Bagshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14768755519910407042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-20905411008288874432010-07-30T21:01:09.366-07:002010-07-30T21:01:09.366-07:00I have Steve Madden sandals and they are the most ...I have Steve Madden sandals and they are the most comfortable shoes I own. I LOVE shoes and I have everything in my closet ... very expensive to Target specials. I think if you really love shoes, the brand doesn't matter. The look and feel of them does!Twenty Four At Hearthttp://www.twentyfouratheart.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-89164079306705883502010-07-30T18:46:27.655-07:002010-07-30T18:46:27.655-07:00I found your blog in a round about way, and love i...I found your blog in a round about way, and love it. I have never bought a pair of Steve Madden shoes, but when I walk into DSW, I feel the same way you did when purchasing these. Which could be why I don't ever leave with anything from there. Cute shoes, BTW!The Ninjahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11428180388263305127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-64534015427981498062010-07-30T16:39:25.956-07:002010-07-30T16:39:25.956-07:00Anon - Don't we have great commenters here? I ...Anon - Don't we have great commenters here? I think that precisely because Mr. Madden and Martha have named their brands after themselves, they are asking us to buy a piece of their projected identity. So we can let it go, in terms of legality and punishment, but brands are tricky things that everyone constructs a little differently.<br /><br />little augury - In fact I believe you are absolutely fashion forward. I was just reading somewhere that celebrities are wearing the ugliest possible orthopedic sandals. Take a look at this:) http://bit.ly/9QVoUj<br /><br />Miss Cavendish - Maybe you were one of the blogs fueling my desire:). <br /><br />Anon - Hear that everyone? Jessica's ballet flats! Besides, I kind of like her. <br /><br />Audi - I am glad you like my new shoes:):. You, as an artist, value Mr. Madden's creativity and like that in his brand. I swear some consumer marketer should read these comments and learn.LPChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209861350905135093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-32030736393640757362010-07-30T16:27:38.111-07:002010-07-30T16:27:38.111-07:00ADG - OK. We will call them Maximinimus:).
Jill -...ADG - OK. We will call them Maximinimus:).<br /><br />Jill - If you're for them, why am I even worrying?<br /><br />Pearls - I agree, he usually targets the younger set. I will have to see how these do through the fall.<br /><br />Patsy - Thank you! I don't think Payless is so cringeworthy. They aren't so aspirational. Just pure budget. So it's all just our own reactions, right?<br /><br />Tabitha - Oh yes, I saw those Churches. But they were a little too thick in the sole, a little TOO masculine. Total menswear has gotten a little harder to carry off in my 50s.LPChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209861350905135093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-34204847028087081002010-07-30T16:20:32.844-07:002010-07-30T16:20:32.844-07:00Kate - Thank you!
Julia - I just love the idea of...Kate - Thank you!<br /><br />Julia - I just love the idea of yellow brogues in Napa. Goes with the mustard flowers.<br /><br />TPP - I like your creed, Buy em if you'll wear em. Thank you.<br /><br />EM - You and I are out together. Sounds like his boots are uncomfortable, flats comfortable.<br /><br />RoseAG - Wait! I own some Naturalizers! I do! They are kind of Birkenstock looking, without straps.LPChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209861350905135093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-64706604996375934172010-07-30T16:17:30.899-07:002010-07-30T16:17:30.899-07:00Paula - Thank you. You too. Perhaps I should inclu...Paula - Thank you. You too. Perhaps I should include an iconic mug of tea in these posts. Steaming.<br /><br />Southern - If I can live up to what you say here, then I am living out the best of the High WASP ideals. <br /><br />Ms. Givens - Google d-bag. You will get some really funny results.<br /><br />QBS - You betcha!<br /><br />Vintage - Then so I will.LPChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18209861350905135093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-75288225759074936032010-07-30T15:53:10.801-07:002010-07-30T15:53:10.801-07:00Many fine artists have done time in prison; there&...Many fine artists have done time in prison; there's no shame in that! Let's just assume that creativity also has some ill effects that must sometimes be overlooked in the name of style. To put Steve Madden in the same category as Martha Stewart is a bit unfair; at least Madden makes shoes that are attractive and stylish (even if sometimes they're ripped off from other designers), whereas all Martha sells is bland, unimaginitive crap disguised as decor. I'd be far more likely to cringe over buying any of Martha's boring paint colors or bland furniture than giving in to an adorable pair of Madden brogues. You did the right thing!Audihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13578485770637036384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-35224727083964548722010-07-30T15:05:43.768-07:002010-07-30T15:05:43.768-07:00I am a big believer in buy what you want as long a...I am a big believer in buy what you want as long as it didn't involve slave labor in the making of. That said, I will admit that my immediate reaction to Steve Madden is prison. And that association is the only reason I wouldn't likely buy his shoes. Prison depresses me. But if you don't share my association, I say enjoy the shoes. They are great looking.La Belette Rougehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686717070120116918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-84107557550256944492010-07-30T14:51:25.704-07:002010-07-30T14:51:25.704-07:00Oh my dears, don't write off Jessica Simpson. ...Oh my dears, don't write off Jessica Simpson. Yes, she doesn't know if tuna is chicken. Yes, she sells grody hair extensions.<br /><br />But she makes a great, comfortable ballet flat that you can usually get at TJ Maxx for $30 or less. <br /><br />For a comfortable shoe, I can get over just about anything. Add in the great price, and let's just say I have 3 pairs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-91866240529619630672010-07-30T14:23:26.236-07:002010-07-30T14:23:26.236-07:00I know what you mean, having posted on some desira...I know what you mean, having posted on some desirable Madden brogues not too long ago. Happily for me(?) I tried on a pair last week and found their sole too hard. (As a long-time runner I have had arch challenges and soles are very important!) But if they had fit comfortably, I would have snapped them up!Miss Cavendishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17461488799928956875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-24657505092473364422010-07-30T12:48:46.345-07:002010-07-30T12:48:46.345-07:00It seems you haven't quite reached the orthope...It seems you haven't quite reached the orthopedic stage yet! that should be encouraging. some hit it sooner (Me) than others. I vowed to find the ugliest old lady (1940's) sandals possible on zappos this summer- I did it. Much like the brogue craze with its practical manly yes, but I like it too-I have gotten immeasurable compliments on the sandals-they are even a practical beige-even I can't go so far afield as to buy white. Maybe though the compliments were said in jest- I don't give a damn, they are comfortable beyond and no one can deny they make a statement. pgtP.Gaye Tapp at Little Auguryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15115534755711063462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-86102440298201366352010-07-30T12:20:28.409-07:002010-07-30T12:20:28.409-07:00What a fun post, and I loved all the comments. Hop...What a fun post, and I loved all the comments. Hope this isn't misunderstood, but if Madden served his time, shouldn't we not keep dredging up his and poor Martha's past? They got caught - they went to jail - they lost a lot of respect in many people's eyes - they went back to work. Let's let it go, what say?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-36015000181646846032010-07-30T09:12:53.359-07:002010-07-30T09:12:53.359-07:00I love those shoes, I tried on ones that look just...I love those shoes, I tried on ones that look just the same from Church's but they were about £400 which I would splurge on a special fancy dan Manolo etc but not for a brogue. They are wonderful!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-31713230751756498652010-07-30T08:38:18.335-07:002010-07-30T08:38:18.335-07:00Those shoes rock!
Today I'm sporting the emin...Those shoes rock!<br /><br />Today I'm sporting the eminently cringeworthy Payless white patent leather sandals I bought last summer!<br /><br />I wholeheartedly agree with The Princess about the creepy creature who runs American Apparel. I can't bring myself to purchase anything of their's.Patsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02840629057159581688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-30777995767475670932010-07-30T07:53:35.579-07:002010-07-30T07:53:35.579-07:00I love all the info on Steve Madden. I have never...I love all the info on Steve Madden. I have never really paid much attention to the brand because I wear narrow and I don't believe the brand is available in that. I've also always had it in my head that they were more for younger gals. I must say, I do love the look of the shoes you bought. You will have to update in a few months and let us know how they wear.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07010459978808784340noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-31005971776562362622010-07-30T06:42:14.698-07:002010-07-30T06:42:14.698-07:00OH, how timely this was for me. Yesterday, I crin...OH, how timely this was for me. Yesterday, I cringed when I slipped off my sandals to get a pedicure...yes, Steve Madden bronze kitten heeled thongs bought for $30.00 at DSW...and I love them!Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08171054999389018364noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-52860800425234155132010-07-30T05:13:28.181-07:002010-07-30T05:13:28.181-07:00The shoes are great. Let's re-brand-rename the...The shoes are great. Let's re-brand-rename them.ADGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16612897500610475937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-19777646587414679882010-07-29T17:40:11.048-07:002010-07-29T17:40:11.048-07:00It's when you find yourself buying Naturalizer...It's when you find yourself buying Naturalizer or SAS tie-shoes that you need a slap upside the head! <br /><br />Better to be bopping around in a happy wannabe trendy pair. Only old ladies wear old lady shoes. <br /><br />I bought a pair of Bass suede saddle shoes last spring - blue/brown with that familiar red sole. It got warm soon after and I didn't wear them a lot but as I'm thinking about fall and dark colored cottons they'll be coming out again.RoseAGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01360864547510178832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5536011140055575088.post-46008125203403020422010-07-29T17:14:15.396-07:002010-07-29T17:14:15.396-07:00Oh Bwahaha... this made me laugh. I bought a pair ...Oh Bwahaha... this made me laugh. I bought a pair of gold Steve Madden ballet flats a few years ago. I almost didn't just for the name. And then I heard my mother whispering in my ear.. "snob!" And they looked exactly like the $150 pair I had seen in another store. So I bought them. And ran to CVS to buy a pair of Dr. Scholls insoles to cover the labels. So there, I have outed myself.<br /><br />And, btw, my Steve Maddens are super comfy!Jessica Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12026783815905169830noreply@blogger.com