One small caveat; these shoes have little internal padding and have a lot more room inside than normal software in the same size. The retailer I purchased from mentioned they are about a 1/2 size larger than other shoes.
Friday, September 19, 2008
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Top Black Monochrome
One small caveat; these shoes have little internal padding and have a lot more room inside than normal software in the same size. The retailer I purchased from mentioned they are about a 1/2 size larger than other shoes.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Hi Top Black
Now, initially, you may say "Look how flimsy the material is! There is no way these will last long!" Well, my friend, then you'd be wrong. I've had my pair of "Chucks" for about 3 years now and they're still ready and rarin' to go! They've survived:
1) Being drawn on numerous times with a variety of writing utensils (I found out that nail polish remover gets rid of most of the marks and stains)
2) A puppy who loves shoes (There are a few bite marks but they're still quite wearable)
3) Being worn almost every day since I bought them . . .
I recommend these shoes for anything except for (this is the reason I only gave them four stars) when running or walking very long distances (by long distances I mean miles). The shoes have a very flat bottom which means not enough support and thus, after awhile, your feet will start to ache some. If you are looking for running shoes I'd recommend Mizunos. I own two pair of those. If you are an avid runner then they don't last very long as running shoes . . . perhaps only a year or two. However, then they become good walking shoes so the price which is, unfortunately, quite expensive is well worth it.
Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Lo Top Black
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Men's Suede Leather Slippers
Slippers International Men's Perry Eurelle Twin-Gore
The slippers are very, very comfortable. The faux fur inside is incredibly soft. Their shoe-like shape makes it so my heels don't freeze and keeps the slippers from falling off, but they don't slip on immediately. It takes a little bit of toe wiggling to get my feet all the way in without the use of my hands, which, straight out of bed in the morning, is how I prefer to put them on.
The soles are rubber, which means that they are both durable (enough so to walk on cement) and, as far as I can tell, waterproof. I wouldn't walk in puddles or in snow, but stepping on a wet driveway won't hurt them. They work perfectly for walking outside to get the mail or the paper.
They do fit a little loose, despite what an all-caps-using reviewer said. I'm a size 13 and I think that I would have been better off buying size 12s for snugness. They still fit, and I certainly won't return them, but they are a little loose. I can easily fit a few fingers behind my heel in them, and they flop a bit when walking.
My biggest problem with the slippers is that they might be too warm. They really don't breathe at all, and without paying for any sort of breathable-but-warm material technology, I suppose I shouldn't complain. But with extended wear, especially if I'm not in a freezing environment, my feet get really sweaty, at which point I'd just as soon not wear the slippers.
Overall, I am satisfied with my purchase and will gladly keep the slippers until they wear through, which I don't expect to be any time soon.
Dearfoams Men's DB045 Closed Back Slipper
I'll report back in later, in a few months, on the durability.
Birkenstock Eaton Clog
I like these becuase they look dressy and sharp and not so hippy-ish like most of their sandals do.
Even thought they are closed around the toes - they are still airy.
I love Birks. I bought a pair for me and my daughter. A word of advice though. Try them on in a store first. Some Birk shoe lines - like these from their original line - have a high toe bar - the ridge under your toes on the inside sole. They may be too uncomfortable at first for some. After experience using these - you learn they help your toes grip the shoe as you walk.
I only gave a 4 becuase I keep wishing Birkenstock would offer more shoes with their cushion over the cork foot bed. Those are so wonderful. But honestly I have no problem with the hardnes of these becuase it cups your foot and feels good.
I think they look smart enough to wear a lot of places. Since I do not wear heels - these were a good shoe at a great price !!!
Robeez Infant/Toddler Bootie
Hooray for these Robeez booties! I wish they'd had these for my first two kids!
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Teva Women's Hurricane 3 Sandal
This was a new brand for me. I had been looking for this style and color...so, I was very pleased to find it. I tried it on as soon as I got it and kept wearing them. Sooo comfortable!
Teva Women's Estia Moccasin
These shoes are super comfy and a great look too! For under $20 what more can you ask?? Great service.
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