In recent weeks, the blogosphere has been abuzz – and surprisingly so – over the presidential candidates’ choice of footwear — particularly that of Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin.
Politics aside, one has to admit it is great to see her pull off a variety of styles that have inspired women everywhere to view sensible footwear as chic. Whether you agree or disagree with her personal and political views, you’ve got to admire her choice of shoes that feel as good as they look! “Feel good and look good” is a mantra Footwear etc. believes in and aims to share with the world.
We’ve been paying close attention to Palin’s comfy clogs, signature wedge slides, fashionable patent and croc leather heels, and the notorious knee high boots. In an effort to build on her stylish influence, we offer here a short selection from our popular Dansko, Mephisto, BeautiFeel and Ecco lines that we feel are worthy of a nomination for Election ’08 favorites!
USA Today recently published a wonderful piece on the very busy Tina Fey, star of 30 Rock and now famous Saturday Night Live Sarah Palin impersonator.
A busy woman clearly needs comfortable shoes, and the article notes her footwear choice:
“In an industry in which a woman can be either gorgeous or funny but rarely both, she’s the rare exception. Fey can star in her own American Express ads, chasing Martin Scorsese through an airport, and rock a fancy David Meister frock on the red carpet. But she’s still a comedy nerd, not entirely at home in the spotlight and still most comfortable in her broken-in Dansko clogs, which she slips into on set when the camera stops rolling.
And therein perhaps lies the key to Fey’s appeal. Even when she was first garnering attention for her writing on Saturday Night Live, Fey came across not as a ham, but as the smart, polite girl next door — even as she gently layered on the sarcasm and wit.”
Take a look at what Footwear etc. has to offer in the way of Dansko clogs. We can’t guarantee you’ll be transformed into the next SNL writer/performer when you slip them on, but we’ve heard from many customers that Danskoshoes offers great comfort for those on their feet all day.
My sister, who works as an RN in labor and delivery, swears by her Dansko Professional Clogs. She claims she can stay on her feet for hours on end without pain appearing in her knees or back with these classic comfort shoes on.
Recently, however, she’s been singing a new tune following her purchase of a pair of Dansko Sela sandals. “Most comfortable, versatile pair of sandals I’ve owned in years,” she told me. “I can wear them with dresses, capris, or crop pants and they always look great.”
After trying on a few pairs she recommends that you order one size above your measured size. They seem to run a little small.
Footwear etc. offers this style in a variety colors.
If you’ve never heard of Plantar Fasciitis consider yourself blessed. If you are familiar with the foot burning symptoms caused by this painful strain, you are not in need of an explanation here. You may, however, be looking for solutions to this often debilitating syndrome. The video below appears to offer some assistance:
As the video shares, shoes can make a difference. Our customers have shared success in alleviating pain related to PF utilizing the following products from our stores:
Doctors and nurses who spend entire days on their feet swear by their Dansko shoes. To help people feel better for longer Dansko adds shock absorption, a rocker bottom, and solid arch support to reduce strain your legs, back, and feet. Type “plantar fasciitis” and “Dansko” in a search engine and you can read quite a few testimonials of happy Dansko owners.
From their air cushion midsoles, Q-Form® footbed, supportive Trailspring® technology, and innovative sole designs, Merrell shoes offer comfort and performance in a variety of environments. Dr. Davis S. Wander, while sharing his recommendations for shoes for those with plantar fasciitis, writes: “I often recommend Merrell shoes to my patients and the overall consensus is that patients are very happy.”
Many customers share with us that orthotics or insoles help tremendously with the pain associated with plantar fasciitis. We offer Superfeet Insoles. With Superfeet insoles in your shoes, your feet are being consistently balanced and supported. Instead of your feet collapsing inward and stressing surrounding muscels, joints, and ligaments, Superfeet helps you move the way nature intended.
We receive dozens of testimonials from our customers who suffer from plantar fasciitis telling us about how MBT Shoes have alleviated their pain! Here is just one example from a MBT believer:
“I developed chronic plantar fasciitis in both feet while pregnant with my first baby. For 2 years I tried podiatrists, orthotics, pain killers, anti-inflamitories, ultrasound and massage. I couldn’t be on my feet for more than an hour a day and couldn’t sleep from the pain in my feet at night. I was totally miserable and trying to cope with my baby. I bought a pair of MBT Shoes 4 weeks ago and think they are a miracle shoe!! Each day I can walk a little longer and today went for a small jog!! Thank god for MBTs.”
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