by Shannon Scott
May 22, 2023
Ah, slip-on shoes. The ultimate pandemic footwear. Easy to slip on, comfy to wear, and capable of hiding a multitude of sins, such as unclipped toenails and mismatched socks. But let’s be real – not all slip-on shoes are created equal. Some are stylish and sleek, while others...
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by Sean Scott
April 27, 2023
Although some people do not yet see the benefits of green footwear manufacturing, the rest of us do our part to make better choices for our world. Green manufacturing is a complex topic, and there are no easy answers.
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by Sean Scott
April 24, 2023
Imagine a team of the most brilliant and whacky scientists who are hard at work discovering all kinds of super-duper materials. What kind of amazing shoes could be possible? Only there's no need to imagine. This is precisely what has been going into the materials science and engineering world for the last few years.
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by Shannon Scott
April 19, 2023
Most people spend more time to get a perfect fit for a hat than they spend to measure their shoe size. That’s too bad, because feet are one of nature’s most amazing accomplishments. There are 206 bones in our whole bodies, and there are 28 bones in each of our feet. That’s about 25% of all the bones we have in our feet. And that’s not all...
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by Shannon Scott
April 14, 2023
Shoes are a practical necessity and also an expression of our personality. They provide comfort and protection to our feet during our daily lives. However, have you ever stopped to wonder what materials are used to make the different parts of your shoes? In this blog, we will take a closer look at...
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by Shannon Scott
April 07, 2023
Should new shoes make your feet hurt? You'd be surprised at how many people ask us this question. The short answer is "no," new shoes should not hurt your feet. If your new shoes hurt, try your best to return them or exchange them for another size or a different style. Some shoe types are generally more narrow, and some have a restrictive toe box. But even if you're a slave to your fashion, your shoes shouldn't hurt.
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by Shannon Scott
January 31, 2023
Of course, there are over 7 billion people on the planet who will do just fine without these sneakers. In fact, the vast majority of them live without most of the running shoes, dress shoes, athletic shoes, or even the arch-support safety shoes you already have in your closet. So now what? Well, if you’re thinking of buying a new pair of sneakers, why not do some good for the planet and as well as, help some of the people right here in the United States?
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by Shannon Scott
January 19, 2023
For shoe aficionados, the most obvious answer to this question is, “A life without shoes would be a life without joy!” All kidding aside (for now), the global footwear market is estimated to be worth 382 billion dollars. That’s about 200 times larger than the gigantic California PowerBall Lottery win in November 2022.
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by Shannon Scott
December 28, 2022
When it comes to back pain, shoes are often the last thing anyone thinks about. They might see a chiropractor. They might try yoga. They’ll even try a very expensive new mattress. Millions of people across the country suffer from back pain. And research shows back pain is one of the leading causes of missed work.
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by Sean Scott
December 27, 2022
Professional golfers refer to their shoes as equipment. And like any pro athlete, they regard their golf shoe equipment as a crucial part of their game. The proper support, traction, flex, toe box dimensions, insole, molded heel cup, fit, and comfort have to be right. There is no place for compromise since the power in their golf swing builds from the ground up. Today, we’re going to go over the basics of what to look for in a high-performance golf shoe.
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by Sean Scott
December 13, 2022
Keeping your feet warm is not enough. You need to take steps to keep your feet dry too. This task is definitely more tricky than it sounds. It’s not as easy as making sure your winter boots are warm and waterproof. Your footwear has to achieve three things...
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by Shannon Scott
December 05, 2022
Footwear has been an expression of status for almost as long as we’ve been on this planet. Ages ago, when some fashion-forward ancestor of ours fastened a strip of leather around her foot, we can bet that her BFF asked her, “Were those on sale? Where did you get them?”
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