What Do Your Shoes Say About You?

Shoes have come a long way over the centuries, developing from simply being a way to protect your feet into the stylish commodities that we now see in stores. Do you ever stop to think about what your shoes say about you?

We live in such a fashion conscious world that it often seems as though everything that we wear and every action that we take is always under the microscope. The reality is that we are now much more aware of our surroundings than we have ever been before. It is often said that the world is shrinking. This is not, of course, meant to be taken literally. It is more a way of suggesting that the electronic, technological age in which we are living means that the planet seems much smaller.

Trips that would once have taken weeks to complete can now be undertaken in a few hours. Mysterious, distant sights are now regularly visible on our television screens or right here, on the internet. As our world seems to shrink, so we become much more aware of what other people are doing. Not just in our own street, but throughout the world.

We have far more exposure to fashion trends. If a Hollywood star chooses to wear a new dress, then we can all find out about it immediately. Suddenly, it is clear that fashion trends are able to spread more quickly than was once the case.

Improvements in production methods mean that clothing companies are able to respond to demand more quickly too. The world is moving at a fast pace and there always seems to be pressure for us to keep up.

Some would suggest that such pressures are less obvious when it comes to footwear, but listening to people discussing the latest trainers on the market, or shoes worn by a celebrity, make it clear that shoes are as much a part of this phenomenon as anything else. So isn’t it about time that you took a look at what you’re wearing on your feet?

Tips Wearing Leather Sandals

To suit those who like to engage in outdoor activities, like the summer hikers among us for instance, ideal types of more substantial leather sandals are manufactured. You can find gladiator sandals leather crafted and pairs of sandals brown leather based. They feature thicker soles with special cut-out patterns on the bottom to increase traction and grip the ground more securely.

These are crafted for greater sturdiness and increased durability, so you will be able to wear them for quite a while. Such sandals have more straps over the toes for a fit which is superior to that of regular, lightweight sandals. Generally they feature three or four closely placed straps which can be tightened or loosened as necessary.

Almost all sandals will have at least one adjustable leather strap around the heel to secure them; some will have three or even four. Some of the available slip on sandals also have several adjustable, usually leather, straps in the front rather than being just a plain flip flop.

While some open-toed summer footwear features a single large band that can be tightened or loosened, other kinds have two straps that go over the toes. These are for wearing at the beach or in the country. Most frequently they are carried in black or tan, particularly in the man’s version. However, all sorts of feminine styles are available in a range of colors, patterns and designs.

Finding certain styles of leather sandals in the store may be a challenge. Another great option is searching the Internet. Many companies have “slip on” leather sandals available in a vast range of colors. They have three thick leather adjustable straps that make it very easy to obtain a great fit.

When shopping women can find sandals made especially for them. Typically, they are styled with varying amounts of straps, from a single strap to multiple straps, especially over the arch you can often see multiple straps. Some of these straps can be adjusted for a better fit. There is a sandal almost exactly like your regular sandals except there is a leather loop for the big toe and the straps along the top of the sandal cross over one another, plus the strap around the back of the ankle will probably have an adjustable buckle.

You can wear them at the beach or in the workplace. Some have raised heels, while others feature flat soles. However, the “flats” are generally considered inappropriate for wearing to work and should be reserved for the beach or the pool. You will find an assortment of labels and an array of shades such as white, lemon yellow, pale pink, and lime green which will go nicely with your summertime apparel.

Leather sandals are perfect for the men and women that participate in outdoor activities such as hiking, or taking extended walks in the warm weather. Gladiator sandals leather, and sandals brown leather are both optimal due to the fact that they are constructed of a leather material. They have thicker soles that provide a much stronger traction level that the traditional sandal. This particular style of sandal is ideal for casual or business wear. The choice of a flat sole or high heels is your choice. Since the flat soled style provides a more casual look, it may be better suited for the outdoors.

Tips For Model On CatWalk

Wearing and walking in sexy high heels is a totally different walking experience and it is not too difficult. With a bit of practice, you will step out in high heels in no time.

1. After you wear your sexy high heels, stand up slowly and get used to the new positioning of your weight. Have something nearby that you can grab on to because you might feel like tipping over at first. In front of a full length mirror, stand for a while, and then turn slightly to each side. Not only will you be able to check your posture and profile, but the act of merely standing in high heels will help remove some of your apprehension, and let you get accustomed to the added height of the heel.

2. Take a few steps in your high heels. Keep your legs as straight as possible and close together. Start off with slow, short steps, placing your heel down first then rolling onto the flat of your foot, then the ball, and then your toes. Remember also to swing your arms because it will help you keep your balance. With each step, point your feet as straight in front of you as you can. If possible, do this at first on a hard floor (not too slick).

3. Continue walking back and forth across the room, turning different directions, and stopping without wobbling on your high heels. The more relaxed you are, the easier it will be to keep your balance. Part of looking fierce is projecting confidence. So remember to keep your back straight, head up, and round out those shoulders. There is no slouching in fashion.

4. As you become more comfortable with your high heels or platform shoes, practice on various surfaces, like low carpeting and wood floors. Do not do practice on thick or padded carpeting because it can throw off your balance. Start off slowly with each surface and remember to work on stops, turns and even slow dancing. Avoid sand, dirt, mud, grass (your heel with sink into the dirt like a golf peg), snow, sleet, broken gravel, or any surface that is more difficult to walk on.

5. Finally, add that extra pop to your step, with a tip from the fiercest walkers of all: Models! When models walk down the runway they will take their foot and cross it slightly over the imaginary line onto the opposite side. This is what creates that sashay in the hips and neatly completes that fierce walk.

6. Have fun and practice!