Cowboy Boots – A Quick History
Who doesn’t love a nice pair of cowboy boots? There are cowboy and cowgirl boots to suit just about any style – from snakeskin to sequined – and they come in all colors and for a wide range of purposes. If you ride horses, you probably want some boots for riding, walking through muddy barns and through fields. Maybe you also want some boots for going out and dancing. From work boots to cute cowgirl boots, there’s sure to be an option to fit your style and your needs. But where did they come from? Who wore the first pair of cowboy boots? Some think that...
Read MoreShoe Styles A-Z, Part 2
Mary Janes: The Mary Jane style was originally made for little girl’s shoes, but they’ve now grown up. Mary Jane was Buster Brown’s sidekick, and the kind of shoes she wore was those children’s Mary Janes. To be a Mary Jane, shoes have a strap or more than one strap across the top of the foot. These were traditionally flats, but now we are seeing them in high heeled pumps and wedges, as well as athleisure shoes. Mules: Mules are clog-like shoes, with closed toes and an open back. They are very popular as they are easy to pop on and off. There are mule versions of sneakers,...
Read MoreShoe Styles A-Z, Part 1
Creative shoe manufacturer are continually finding new ways to excite women with their footwear designs. Some of today’s shoes are updated traditional styles, and others are completely new ideas. Here we list some of the most popular styles, along with a short description of each. Athleisure Shoes: These are a relatively new marriage of flat shoes and sneakers for women. They have the comfort soles of athletic shoes, but a more mainstream look so that they can go anywhere. Athleisure shoes are often styled as Mary Janes, with a strap across the top of the foot, but they also...
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons to Go Buy Comfortable Shoes Today
Many people have more than a dozen pairs of shoes in their closet, yet very few of them actually have at least one comfortable pair which takes care of their feet as shoes were originally meant to. If you take a look at your closet and find that there is not a single pair of comfortable shoes, here are a few great reasons to go shopping today. Comfy Shoes Equal Fewer Back Problems This is especially true in women who spend a lot of time on their feet. While very high heels complete the sexy and confident look, you might want to consider getting shoes that are friendlier to your...
Read More