Holiday Survival Kit: Saving Your Soles
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It doesn’t matter how painful those stilettos are. They are beautiful, coordinate perfectly with your outfit, and you’re wearing them. (Insert foot stomp here.) The thought of not wearing those amazing shoes hasn’t even crossed your mind.
What we bet has crossed your mind is a wish: a holiday wish to make those gorgeous shoes that give you supermodel-worthy gams more comfortable.
Add On!
Gel inserts are going to work wonders. Make nice with them and invest in a quality pair that won’t give out on you. A name you’ll know and trust is Dr. Scholl’s. This company offers a wide range of inserts meeting individual needs.
Break Them In!
Don’t run out the day of, buy a pair of shoes, and expect miracles to happen. Walk around the house in those beauties! This will give your feet a chance to get used to them and give you some practice walking around on hard floors, carpet, whatever surface you can find. Practice makes perfect and will also help to avoid injury to your ankles and toes.
Scuff Them Up!
Let’s be honest, who wants to fall? Scrape the bottoms on cement or sandpaper to prevent slipping, sliding, and embarrassing moments galore. Be sure not to overdo it. You don’t want to damage the shoe or make the sole uneven.
Your favorite pair of holiday party shoes don’t have to break the bank! Here we have a “LUST” and a “MUST.”
LUST: Manolo Blahnik Gold Glitter Pump, $655
MUST: Target De Blossom Rosemary Glitter Peep Toe Pump, $29.99
What is your favorite holiday shoe and how do you keep your feet from aching in them? What are your tips for comfortable party shoes? And what do you think of these glitter pumps?!
In addition to working with iFabbo, Brooke is also the Editor-in-Chief of the blog Blushing Noir. Recently, Brooke was named as the Allure Magazine 2012 Most Buzzworthy Blogger in their first annual Beauty Blogger Awards.
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Great tips on how to avoid that oh so embarrassing “split”
I love the inexpensive cushioned inserts you can buy anywhere. I put them in any type of shoe including work out shoes. In case of an emergency keep some mole skin in your purse or a band aid and avoid the pain before the party is over.