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Style for Style: A Foot's Best Friend

FabSugar — Wed, 30 May 2007 13:25:44 -0700

I have scars on my feet. I'm sure we all have some scars on our feet. Our feet are our tools for experiencing life, really. They take us through our day-to-day and beyond. They are important, they are precious. We should take good care of them! So the next time you're not sure if you can afford a pedicure, consider this your pep talk.

Many of us also have a shoe fetish and will sometimes splurge on a killer pair that we pray will not pinch and blister our precious feetsies. Alas, it happens. And when it does, it's good to always have a certain something on your person.

To meet a foot's best friend, read more

Moleskin, $5, is the best! The reason it rocks is because it is soft and nude colored and has adhesive on the other side. You can cut it to the size you need to protect either the back of your heel, side of your foot or wherever. You can also stick it to the sole of the shoe to prevent slippage. Overall, it's super handy and better than a band aid to prevent stingy blisters!

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Style for Style: Blister Prevention!

FabSugar — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 14:00:33 -0700

So, remember when I told you about my new Chanel shoes? Well, to my dismay, even after breaking them in with my thick socks, they managed to give me a blister on one of my little toes. Frustrating, no? I was complaining to a pal of mine and she shared with me a brilliant solution - and one that ballet dancers are no strangers to.

To see the ultimate solution to blisters, read more

Toe tape, like this Bunheads Toe Tape, $3, can be found at any drugstore. It is wonderful because it literally acts as a barrier between your shoe and your skin. Now, before I wear my Chanels, I wrap up my little toe that normally gets blisters, and I'm good to go! The only downside is that if you've never worn a particular shoe, you have to stick the tape anywhere you think you may get blisters. Your whole foot may end up being all taped up, but hey, at least you'll be pain-free!

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Good News: Pain Free Heels Do Exist!

Community Manager — Wed, 09 Aug 2006 14:05:03 -0700

I LOVE high heeled shoes, the higher the better has always been my motto. As we all know, however, the higher the heels, the more painful the journey.

In their August issue, Shop, Etc magazine did an awesome spread on "Heels That Don't Hurt" showcasing over 40 pairs of gorgeous high heels that are supposedly pain-free. They also offered these tips while shopping for your pair of comfortable stilettos:

Go For Padding - When looking for a shoe, press your thumb along the ball of the foot area and the arch. If your thumb springs back, the padding is sufficient
Look For Rubber Soles - Rubber soles prevent your feet from slipping out and allow the sole to grip the floor, which increases comfort. Rubber is also very pliable and has properties that allow it to conform to the foot and stretch
Keep it Real - Natural fibers like leather allow the shoe to breath whereas synthetic tops and insoles lead to blisters
Stay on Your Toes - Opt for open-toed or round-toed shoes vs. pointy ones. When wearing an enclosed round-toe, make sure there is one thumb's width from the end of the shoe to the big toe when you are standing
Go Out on a Wedge - Stacked, thicker heels such as wedges are best, as they stabilize your weight and keep pressure off the balls of your foot.
Time It Right - Always shop for shoes at midday because some swelling has already happened by then. If you purchase them at the beginning of the day, they may not fit when you try them on later
Comfort is Costly - Natural materials and well-made shoes are not cheap. Experts say scrimp on the rest of your wardrobe to make sure your shoes are as comfortable as possible

Shop Etc recommends 40 great pairs of shoes, to see a few of my favorites, read more

KORS Michael Kors "Lyric", $220.00, Available here

Cole Haan "Tallah" Pump, $225.00, Available here

Kate Spade "Karolina", $250.00, Available here

Ashley Dearborn, "Coco" Quilted Wedges, $230.00, Available here after September 1st.

C Label, "Darlene" Wedges, $209.00, Available here

Coach, "Danna" Pumps, $218.00, Available here