Beware of Crap!
Ladies, I kid you not. This is what you’ll get if you dip your feet into crappy shoes: blisters, bruises, black toe nails and bunions. Been there, done that. Trust me, it’s not worth the trouble.
Back in the days I used to waste my money on cheap junk. It took me almost 30 years to understand that the size of my wardrobe or the number of shoes I own doesn’t necessarily make me look good. On the contrary, can you imagine how I must have looked, limping the streets in my shoes made of man-made materials!?
Please, do yourself – and your feet, for example – a favour. Join the ever so lovely and quick-witted Sugar Kane of (swim)suit issues, me and a great bunch of other style-conscious groovy cats and steer clear of crap. It’s quite simple, really. Instead of buying something small and meaningless every week, why not saving for something you have coveted for ages. My shopping list includes a pair of Minna Parikka shoes.
What’s on your list?
P.S. If you’re a Finn, you can read Sugar Kane’s inspiring post about the subject. Conscious consumerism rulez!
Sanna 23. July 2008 | Shoes | Comment [3]
Matryoshka Shoes
Isn’t Etsy the greatest?! If you are blessed with a wee foot size, then hurry up and get these babies before someone else does. Gorgeous Matryoshka Shoes and other customised shoes from Hippy of Doom.
Sanna 18. March 2008 | Shoes | Comment [15]
The Greatest Vintage Nokia Rubber Boots Ever?
Aren’t these just amazing!? If I weren’t skint at the moment (aaand if my size was a petite 37) I would definitely go for these beauties found at eBay.
You can find these and other vintage Nokia rubber boots here.
Sanna 18. February 2008 | Shoes | Comment [2]
How to Take Care of Your Leather Shoes
Autumn is finally hitting to the northern hemisphere and it’s time to fish out those leather boots from the back of the wardrobe. It is said that you can make your leather shoes last as long as you want if you take good care of them. Back in the day, most people owned only one pair of shoes and therefore had to take care of them out of necessity. These shoes lasted for the life of the person! Sadly, nowadays many of us don’t know how to take proper care of our leather shoes.
Taking care of leather shoes is not just about making your shoes look good, it’s also about preserving them. In the case of more expensive shoes or collectibles, taking proper care of them can be seen as though you’re protecting your investment. Keeping your leather shoes in great shape will remove the need to buy new shoes for every occasion and this – naturally – is one way of thinking green.
Leather needs some pampering
Without proper conditioning and care leather can dry out until it eventually cracks and falls apart. This actually happened to the lovely pair that cost me a small fortune. After this incident I firmly decided to be more responsible and take care of my leather shoes which really doesn’t take that much time or effort.
When you buy a pair of shoes it’s always good to coat them with a weather proofing to prevent them from water and weather damage. These products usually come on a spray. It’s good to use two to three coats to be sure that your shoes are covered properly. Reapply the proofing every now and then to guarantee protection.
Try to keep your leather shoes soft as they are intended to be. Use shoe wax and rub it in lightly using a soft natural cloth. Make sure to wipe away any excess polish. The best practice is to use natural products whenever possible to take care of your leather shoes. Harsh chemicals can be damaging and they’re definitely not nature friendly.
Show some TLC for your leather shoes
Remember to let your leather shoes breathe and rest! Shoes should rest at least 12 hours between wearing. If you’ve found a a pair of leather boots of your dreams, it’s always a good idea to use shoe trees between wearings to help shoes retain their shape.
Also, always remember to use a shoehorn for putting on your shoes, no matter how unnecessary it might feel. Your shoes will thank you if you remember to clean off dirt after every wear with a soft brush or rag.
Leather tends to shrink and get hard if it gets wet. Be gentle with your shoes and do your best to keep them dry. If your leather shoes do get wet, let them dry naturally.
Show some loving care for your leather shoes and you can enjoy them for ages!
Sanna 17. September 2007 | How to? Shoes | Comment [7]
