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Shoes and Confidence: How Your Footwear Impacts Your Self Image
Shoes are one of those things that can prove a real confidence booster in high-stress situations. They’re our first point of contact with the ground, helping literally ‘stay grounded’ and keep ourselves stable, while outwardly presenting ourselves in our best possible light.
At work or social events, wearing high-quality and presentable shoes can help you feel confident that you’re making a great first impression.The Rise of Athleisure: How Sneakers Became Fashion Staples
From the track to the runway, sneakers have had quite the journey over the past few decades. From being exclusively considered a sports shoe to becoming an everyday fashion staple, sneakers have well and truly cemented their place in modern fashion. Here’s everything you need to know about the rise of athleisure and how sneakers became the fashion staples we know and love today.
Choosing the Right Orthotic Shoes for Your Foot Type
A shoe that’s perfect for someone else may be completely uncomfortable for you. That’s because feet have different shapes, sizes and characteristics which greatly impact the comfort level of a certain pair of shoes. When shopping for orthotic shoes, comfort is the key characteristic that we’re aiming for, so it’s imperative that you buy based on your foot type. Here, Forbes Footwear explain how to choose the right orthotic shoes for your foot type.
Find Your Perfect Fit: How to Choose Your Orthotic Shoe
Choosing your perfect orthotic shoe depends on what you’re using them for. Someone who walks to work every day might need more shock absorption and greater support in their orthotic shoes than someone who is retired, for example. Orthotic shoe material is another key factor choosing the best shoe for you. What’s the best way to get the perfect-fitting orthotic shoe? Come in to see the team at Forbes Footwear for a professional fitting.
Pain Free Living: How Orthotic Shoes Are Changing Lives Beyond the Feet
If you’ve experienced foot pain, ankle pain or even knee and back pain, the answer could lie in your shoe choice. Orthotic shoes are changing lives beyond feet, giving Aussies more mobility and making for happier, healthier bodies. Let’s ask the experts at Forbes Footwear and explain how orthotic shoes could be your ticket to pain-free living!
Shoes For Sore Feet
Having sore feet is no fun at all. Whether you’ve got swollen feet, complications like corns or bunions, blister-prone feet, or conditions such as...
Diabetic Shoes
Diabetes can have several adverse effects on your feet. Nerve and blood vessel damage is one result, leading to tingling, numbness and pain in your feet. Diabetic shoes are shoes specifically designed to help protect the feet of diabetics. Providing maximum comfort and support while minimising the risk of cuts and ulcers, diabetic shoes come in several styles, guaranteeing you’ll find something that suits your personal taste.
Orthotics vs Orthopaedics
Orthotic insoles are special shoe inserts which are custom-designed based on your foot structure. They are simply inserted into your shoes to add better support and stability to your feet, completely changing the way your shoes support you. Orthopaedics are shoes that support the bio-mechanics and structure of your feet and ankles.
Shoes For Bunions
Having bunions isn’t too much fun. Not only do they make your feet stiff and are sometimes painful, they make finding appropriate-fitting shoes much more difficult. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy comfortable and stylish shoes when you’ve got bunions.
Forbes Footwear is Sydney’s specialist retailer of shoes for bunions and other foot problems. We guarantee that you’ll find a shoe that accommodates for your bunions and alleviates the pressure with our range of excellent quality wide-set shoes.
Shoes For Wide Feet
If you’ve got wider feet, we understand the potential stress that this presents. But that’s why Forbes Footwear stocks plenty of shoes for wider-set feet, ensuring that everyone finds the perfect fit. Let’s discuss shoes for wide feet and outline a few of our favourite manufacturers that make wide versions of their shoes.
Maintenance and Care Tips for Extending the Life of Your Shoes
One common mistake we see from our customers is over-wearing one pair of shoes, instead of rotating pairs and evenly spreading out the wear. By rotating your shoes, or in fact investing in several different shoes, you can prolong their life and take the pressure off each individual pair. Picking the right shoe for the right occasion is one of the best ways to maintain your shoes, and keep them out of situations where they don’t exactly belong. Cleaning your shoes once a week or once a fortnight can really help maximise the life of your shoes.
Comfort and Style: Exploring the Best Shoe Materials
While the style aspect of shoes mostly comes down to personal preference, comfort and durability can certainly be quantified scientifically. Leather is breathable, letting your feet receive airflow and stopping your shoes from smelling. It’s also a comfortable material which is strong enough to keep your feet supported while also offering flexibility in the toe area. Synthetic materials like polyester and nylon are also excellent in terms of comfort and style.