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TOMS Shoes – A History

admin — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:44:46 +0000

Learn about the inspiration behind the inception of TOMS Shoes. With every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. One for One. www.TOMS.com

Produced by Ken Kokin (Ususal Suspects and Sundace Winner, Public Access), the TOMS Shoes Shoe Drop experience is beautifully documented to reflect the One for One mission, “With every pair you purchase, TOMS will give a new pair of shoes to a child in need.” The first Shoe Drop took place in Argentina in October of 2006, when TOMS Shoes Founder and Chief Shoe Giver Blake Mycoskie and his team brought 10000 pairs of shoes to distribute to children in need.

Useful Tips to Store Shoes for the Season

admin — Mon, 03 May 2010 17:21:28 +0000

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With the change in the weather it’s time to start thinking about our wardrobe maintenance. We know that if we do the maintenance now we will be in a better position to organize our wardrobe.

One of the most important aspects of our wardrobe is our shoes. So let’s begin with the tips to keep shoes sorted and stored in top shape. So how to start about doing the shoe wardrobe

Well let’s put them into points:

1) Collect all your shoes and evaluate them. Check the soles, material, condition, interior of the shoes. Check if they need repairs. Do you feel some of them are just in a condition that you won’t be wearing them again? Then it’s better to get rid of them and make space in the wardrobe.

2) The shoes that you find are worth keeping but need repairs then get them repaired in the first place (make them wearable). Also the shoes you choose to keep but don’t need repairs make sure you clean them thoroughly and properly.

3) To clean your shoes make sure u use a gentle cleaner so as not to damage the fabrics of the shoes. You could also use soapy water and a toothbrush to clean the rubber soles. Also if you are cleaning leather shoes, make sure you are using cleaners which are meant for leather else they can damage the leather of the shoes. The best way would be to take them to a cobbler and get them cleaned properly.

4) Make sure you store only those which you would enjoy to wear again the next season. If you are not going to wear them the next season there is hardly a point to store them. Put the shoes in boxes so that the boxes would keep of the dust making sure that the fabric and condition of the shoes is maintained properly so when you take them out to wear them after 6 months they are in proper condition. Also if you require a shoe tree to keep your shoes in shape, make sure you put it in with your shoes.

5) Donate the shoes you have chosen to do away with. Donate only those shoes which have been barely worn. All the other should be recycled.

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The author Mrunal, is professionally a webmaster. But, because of his interest in fashion and new styles he was written many articles on womens shoes, court shoes and stiletto shoes.

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Orthotic Shoes

admin — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 23:01:23 +0000

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Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis

admin — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 19:55:06 +0000

Appropriate footwear are the most important element against pain from plantar fasciitis, with every step pressure is constantly put on the plantar fascia. When the plantar fascia ligament becomes overused, overstretched, or inflamed, it causes plantar fasciitis.

If you wear appropriate footwear accompanied with good stretching exercises for plantar fasciitis, plantar fasciitis operation can often be avoided. For some people, wearing supportive shoes, with orthotics if necessary, is the only treatment they need to allow them to continue with daily activities without experiencing pain.

If orthotics such as heel lifts and arch supports are being used, the patient should use them when trying on new shoes. This move will ensure the new footwear will accomodate the orthoses. Using arch supports help to relieve pressure on the fascia ligament and help to absorb the shock.

When the fit of the shoe is critical, the patient should try on shoes late in the day. This is due to the fact that towards the end of every day, our feet become slightly bigger than they are in the morning. People often have one foot slightly wider than the other. If this is true for the patient, new shoes should be selected based on how they fit on the larger foot. Wearing shoes that are too small is likely to aggravate the symptoms of plantar fasciitis.

Shoes should have good arch support and heel cushioning. Shoes that lack support and cushioning add to the stress on the plantar fascia. Footwear with high heels and pointy toes should best be avoided. A low to moderate heel is a better choice. A flimsy, extremely low heel does not supply adequate support.

When trying on shoes, pay attention to the cushioning and support of the arch, heel, and ball of your feet. Shoes should fit well and not cause pressure on any part of the foot. To avoid other foot problems like bunions, choose shoes that have a roomy toe box, the area that surrounds the toes. Watch for seams that may irritate your foot.

Athletic shoes that fit well are a good choice. Athletic shoes should be replaced often due to the fact that they stop cushioning your feet. The athletic shoes’ insoles often break down over time of use. You can tell the significant difference in support between old, worn-out athletic shoes and new ones.

Shoes that do not fit securely on the foot should be avoided. Sandals and shoes with open heels are not good choices for people with plantar fasciitis. Barefoot activities should be avoided. Some people find it helpful to put their shoes on immediately upon getting out of bed in the morning.

When shopping for shoes, remember that finding shoes that offer support and cushioning is the highest priority. Podiatrists may recommend certain criterias for footwear that best suits patients with inflammation of the plantar fasciitis.

Allan Tan is the webmaster of Foot-Care.org. He provides more helpful information on bunions, plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, foot orthotics, metatarsalgia and ankle sprains that you can read up in the comfort of your home on his website. He and his partner setup this informative site to help people understand more about their foot health and problems.

Jonas Brother Team Up With TOMS Shoes for ‘One Day Without Shoes’ – PopEater

admin — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 19:22:41 +0000

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