From the monthly archives:

May 2008

Shoe Accessories – What are they and Why We Need Them

Shoe accessories can do wonders for increasing the life span of a pair of shoes. Some shoe accessories needed for the maintenance of shoes are as include shoe polish, shoetree, shoe stretchers, and custom shoe bags.
Shoe polish is the most common item used for maintaining a wide variety of shoes. Shoe polish helps shine [...]

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Shoe Sizes of the World – Why They Aren’t the Same Everywhere

Shoe sizes are so different that some people probably think it is a conspiracy. However, it is only a simple marketing method that encourages customers to be loyal to a specific brand. This is one of the biggest reasons that shoe sizes vary from brand to brand. Shoe sizes also vary from country to [...]

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Caring for Canvas Shoes

Canvas is a coarse cloth material made of hemp that is used in a number of things including sails, tents, boards (used for painting on, i.e. painting canvasses) and shoes. The canvas shoe is a very basic form of casual shoe or sneaker. It is constructed very simply with a canvas upper and a rubber [...]

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Selecting Shoes for Kids – Important Things to Watch For

Unlike most adults, kids generally do not like to do is shop for shoes. However, it is often a good idea to take your child with your to get the proper fit. For young children, it is wise to watch out for a few things when shopping for children’s shoes. Children who are five or [...]

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Boot Lengths – An Overview from the Ankle to the Knee

Boots are a type of shoe that is so versatile we see them being worn from summer through winter. There is never a time of year when boots are really out of style. Shoe manufacturers are making boots in all different styles and colors. You can find winter boots made with faux hide [...]

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Sandal Basics – What to Look for in a Good Fitting Sandal

Perhaps one of the oldest forms of footwear is the sandal. From some of the oldest civilizations to the current world, sandals have adorned the feet of everything from kings to commoners. While they still maintain a prominent place in the world of footwear, not everyone is completely familiar with the proper fitting of a [...]

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Ballet Shoe Basics – Important Qualities to Look for

If you have a daughter, there is undoubtedly some point in your life where you will need to purchase ballet shoes. That being said, many boys are choosing to take ballet as well. When it comes to buying ballet shoes you may be completely clueless on what to look for. If you [...]

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Safety First- The Basics of Footwear for Hazardous Jobs

Foot injuries are very common in people who work in potentially hazardous areas and/or with hazardous materials. According to the National Safety Council, in any given year, approximately 120,000-foot injuries related to jobs take place, with a third of them being toe injuries. It is important to be aware of the fact that the foot [...]

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Same Size, Different Fit – The Reasons You Should ALWAYS Try on Shoes

It is impossible to always find the right kind of shoe unless you know quite a bit about your foot, have purchased the same brand before, or you just got lucky. You should always try on shoes before you buy them to ensure proper fit and feel.
When purchasing shoes online, it may not always [...]

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Pinning Down the Bowling Shoe – What’s so special about them?

If you are an avid bowler, you know that having the right bowling shoe can indeed make or break your game. Most people dread renting the community shoes when they partake in a game of bowling. However, many lanes require bowlers to wear proper bowling shoes. If you are on a bowling [...]

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