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25 May 2011 - Protecting your feet with a pair of safety boots.

Many people work in situations where damage to feet can easily happen. Feet injuries are usually thought of as being confined to those who work in hazardous environments, such as building sites, or in the forestry business. However, other seemingly-less dangerous occupations can also give rise to si ... More!

4 May 2011 - ShoeFiti

One recent addition to the modern vocabulary is the word 'shoefiti'. The word is derived from a combination of 'shoe' and 'graffiti'. So, what is shoefiti and where did it originate from?Shoefiti has been described as one of the more inexplicable forms of cultural expression. It is simply one or mor ... More!

27 April 2011 - The addiction of shoes

Shoes can become an addiction with some people just never having enough of them. With more and more designer brands now available, this can become a very expensive business. So, how many shoes does the average person have and what do they spend on them?Surveys differ in their results, however the st ... More!

19 April 2011 - The Flip Flop – The Shoe that keeps on evolving

Perfect for the summer, men and women alike love wearing flip-flops. There's now flip flops for all customers; from the very low-cost basic styles right up to top of the range fitness shoes. Some traditional brands are also offering flip flops for the first time, in an attempt to gain a share of thi ... More!

18 April 2011 - What to look for in a walking shoe

The technology used in shoes has advanced considerably in recent times, and many manufacturers now offer walking shoes with a variety of features and and greatly differing prices. So, what are the main factors you should take into account when looking for a shoe to go walking in?The main considerati ... More!

14 April 2011 - The Great British Sport of Welly Wanging

Britain has a wide history of strange sporting traditions. One of the most famous is that of 'cheese rolling' which is an annual event in Gloucestershire where locals chase a large round cheese down an almost vertical slope. Unfortunately, due to insurance and health and safety regulatations, this y ... More!

8 April 2011 - The appeal of skate shoes

The skate shoe market is full of brands all trying to attract customers of a similar profile. However, once achieved, the rewards can be huge. Skate shoe purchasers are generally very loyal to a brand and also very social. Once they've made the purchase, many of their peers are likely to do so too.T ... More!

7 April 2011 - Creating an Ecommerce Footwear Site

With footwear being a popular product to purchase over the internet what are the pros and cons of setting up a website selling shoes?The major downside is the competition - it's very strong and getting stronger all the time. With Amazon recently launching their dedicated footwear and accessories web ... More!

1 April 2011 - Irregular Choice

One of the freshest brands to hit the footwear industry in years, Irregular Choice have the mission of changing the way we see shoes.No-one could call Irregular Choice designs bland or boring - even the names spark our interest. With styles such as 'Irregular Choice Oz I'm Bossy Polka Bunny', 'Irreg ... More!

31 March 2011 - Footwear Size Conversion

Footwear Size Conversion ChartBelow are footwear size conversion charts for adult and childrens shoe sizes. Please be aware that this is a guide only - not all brands convert exactly as detailed below, so if in doubt, it's worth checking with the retailer of the shoes before purchasing.Adult ... More!

30 March 2011 - Shoe Repair

For prior generations, the shoe menders shop was a key feature of the high street in the United Kingdom. Once as important as the grocers, the bakers and the butchers, there would be a shoe menders, also often referred to as a cobblers in almost every town in the UK. However, with mass produ ... More!

30 March 2011 - Running Shoes

Recent developments in design and science mean that many running shoes are more technical than ever before. With advanced computer modeling software, creators can now develop footwear that mimic exactly how humans run. The British company Reebok are credited with one of the very first ... More!

30 March 2011 - Converse All Stars

The legendary basketball-style canvas shoe is a fashion icon that has proved popular for many generations. The traditional Converse shoe was first manufactured over a century ago, and to date, well over nine hundred million pairs have been sold. So what’s the attraction? Celebrities and ... More!

30 March 2011 - Fitness Shoes

The shoe industry is currently seeing one of the biggest new markets ever – that of the ‘fitness’ or ‘toning’ shoe. Once a limited-appeal product created by a small number of producers, this style of footwear has now become the must-have style of footwear. One of the first compa ... More!

30 March 2011 - Eco Friendly Shoes

With many footwear brands now offering Environmentally-friendly ranges of their products, are consumers willing to help the environment by changing their buying habits? Making shoes does have an impact on the environment. The production methods used, sourcing of raw materials, and other p ... More!

30 March 2011 - Independent Shoe Shops

Now facing huge competition from the Internet and high street chains, a large number of independent shoe shops in the UK are unsurprisingly finding things difficult. Is it possible for them to remain and prosper in modern times? With a recent survey revealing there are now only four hundr ... More!

30 March 2011 - How your shoes can help charity

With most people now owning more shoes than ever before, many of us are using our old footwear to help raise money for worthy causes.Rather than having boxes full of old shoes, many of which never get worn, many consumers are now opting to give their old shoes to charity, via various means ... More!

30 March 2011 - Welly Boot

Originally dating back to the early 1800’s the ‘welly boot’ has been a fashion no-go area for most of its’ life. However, recent stylish designs, together with some very high-profile celebrities wearing wellies means the boot is more popular than ever. In 1815 in the UK, the Duke of ... More!

30 March 2011 - Footwear size conversion

The purchase of shoes has seen immense changes since the advent of the internet. Before then, you’d go to your local store, find a pair of shoes you’d like, try them on, and if they fitted, buy them. However when you’re ordering online, it’s not possible to try them on before buyin ... More!

30 March 2011 - Vegetarian Shoes

Millions of people around the world have chosen, for their own reasons, to eat a meat-free diet. Many of these include this in all of their lives and avoid animal products altogether. Reasons for turning veggie include:- Welfare of Animals – Approximately 2 million animals are killed eve ... More!

30 March 2011 - Evolution of footwear through the ages

The use of footwear is as old as human history. The making of footwear originated 5 million years ago in pre-historic period. Tough climatic conditions seems to be the main reason why shoes became an essential. Nevertheless, there are a couple of other data that testifies the application of ... More!

30 March 2011 - Choosing footwear for aerobics

The largely tough exercise of all is certainly aerobics. It can suck up all your strength and exhorts a lot of pressure on your feet. As a result of vigorous bounding and dance steps, your feet get quite vulnerable. If aerobics happen to be your craze; you need the appropriate type of gear t ... More!

30 March 2011 - Latest footwear trends for Spring

With the advent of spring, you want to get a change in your footwear stock. In this spring season, you don’t need to stock up your fall footwear because high heels and booties are still in. However; the spring colours and designs present in the market make it a must-buy material. Spring b ... More!

30 March 2011 - Style industry footwear designs

In the fashion industry, not anything is permanent. Style have a tendency to alter so fast that many people can’t enjoy a trend when the subsequent commences. The footwear trend is not much different to the situation. For some particular manners in footwear, the research involves the analy ... More!

30 March 2011 - Accessorizing With Bold Coloured Pumps

You went through a local store to find the perfect pair of pump shoes. ItÃ¢€â„¢s the bright pink colour in front of a light background that attracts to your eyes immediately. The sharpness of those pumps really stands out in the display. You start to imagine yourself with those sh ... More!

30 March 2011 - Shoes - Every Man Should Have

Are you having an appropriate pair of shoes for every occasion? In case you don't, then you'll need a stock. Just imagine how awkward it feels when you have to buy a pair of shoes right before the actual event. This last minute shopping is not exciting and finding the right kind of shoes bec ... More!