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When it comes to wearing shoes for show, the old adage ‘form follows function’ gets a real walking over. As any girl who’s a sucker for high heels knows, they somehow make you feel good even if they give you blisters. The reason is simple: you look so good when you walk in them. A new exhibition called ‘Shoes for Show – the Sculptural Art of High Heels’ explores the theme further. It’s on from 4 to 8 November at The Loading Bay in Brick Lane, London. (more…)

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Kids’ shoes are often bought without the child actually there to tell you if they are comfortable or not. Children outgrow shoes at a rapid rate and buying expensive shoes every six months can really make a dent in your bank balance. Make sure you’re buying the right shoes for your children without forking out tons of cash. (more…)

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If you’re into fashion, chances are you have a big shoe collection. It can be a hassle to organise shoes, though, meaning you likely spend lot of time rummaging around to find the right pair. Unfortunately, sorting your shoes isn’t a quick and easy process – but you’ll save time in the long run if you do. Be prepared to unpack, repack and label them all. It’s not fun, but you’ll thank yourself for it later. (more…)

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Shoes aren’t just worn because they’re necessary. They’re trendy and fun and a vital part of any fashionable wardrobe. Shoes have become expensive, though, and some pairs cost more than five outfits combined. Our shoes are really put to the test and have to endure rain, grime, oil, different surfaces and moisture. It is important to maintain your shoes, especially since replacing them with new ones can become quite costly. (more…)

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The problem with shoes is that while we can’t do without them, we don’t really know what to do with them when they’re worn out. Recycling shoes is an option in the UK if you visit a drop-off point (which few of us do), as is giving them away to charity (again, which few of us do). How much easier, though, if you could just bury them in the garden? Enter OAT shoes, which are 100 per cent biodegradable. (more…)

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As we become more and more health conscious, we think about not only our diet and how much exercise we get, but also about what we can do to improve our lifestyle in general. You may not realise that an essential part of a more relaxed lifestyle is a good wardrobe. Comfortable shoes and clothes increase our feeling of well-being. If you’re interested in ditching your high heels now and then for a healthier alternative (and you really should to avoid damaging your legs and feet), Look into shoes specifically designed to improve posture and muscle use. (more…)

Utility rooms are fast emerging as rooms where family members can even get together to do many chores. Home designers are incorporating utility rooms without fail in their home designs. Imagine entering a room where you can shake off all that mud that is clinging to your boots or allow your wet dog to shake off all that water that is clinging to its fur coat. Did you now that the utility room is considered to be the gatekeeper of the home? It is here that family members enter and relieve themselves of any dirt or mud that may be sticking to their shoes, boots or clothes. The utility room is placed ideally on the first floor close to the hallway so that reaching the outdoors pool or yard is easy. (more…)

Owning a pair of quality leather shoes is definitely something to feel proud of. Most of these leather shoes, if cared for properly, tend to last a lifetime and may stand testimony to many a memorable moments in your life. This stands in contrast to most trainers, even nice ones like the Adidas ZX 700, which typically last a couple years at most. With just a spot of effort on your part, you can keep your leather shoes in terrific shape. (more…)