Do you ever buy second-hand?

It's true that's it's a risky game to play but I buy secondhand if it's a pair I really want! I have bought quite a few pairs, especially vintage red pumps. Both fell apart while out with friends haha...I walked too much and the little black thing at the end of the heels came off (the sound of the nail on sidewalk was very annoying!) and eventually the bottom sole started flapping and I had to pull em off...so embarrassing!

But if you're going to buy secondhand, definitely make sure it looks barely used and durable! 

I don't know about developing foot problems, unless the shoes are worn

on one side, or something. I've gotten some nice shoes second-hand, 

and have really loved them. I say,  they're going on YOUR feet, don't worry

about what your husband says. ;) 

I have never even heard of buying shoes 2nd hand (purses and clothes yes, but not shoes). I feel like it would be weird to know someone you don't know wore them before you. You all seem to have done it and like it though, so who knows? Do you only do it for expensive designer shoes or ones that aren't made anyone? What's the deal? 

** LOVES TO SHOP **

I've bought several pairs on Ebay and they've been great finds and buys.  I look for brands that I already know about so the size is good for me, and I look for the wear and tear.  The ones I've gotten have barely been worn and you can't even tell that someone wore them more than once.

Just bought a pair of Amy Jo Gladstone velvet mules.  One was absolutely brand new and the other foot was just barely scratched on the bottom.  Seems the woman bought them and wore them while one foot was in a cast.  They didn't fit so she decided to sell them.  I paid $10 for an essentially new pair of $150 shoes.

Once as a kid I found a cute pair of fairly new looking black vinyl flats sitting in a bush and I tried them on and they fit...a little tightly but I was so surprised at my luck!

I can't remember if I kept them or followed my parents' advice to put them back...but don't you think that was a sign that they were meant for me to have? haha 

I have never bought a used pair of shoes, and I wouldn't sell shoes that I had worn, simply because I usually bear down on the outer edge of the heel of my shoes. Even after the first wear, I leave my mark. I think that's why I have never purchased a used pair, everybody has their own unique gait, and I always felt that a worn pair would be uncomfortable...S