Winter Proof Your Shoes: Footwear Life Hacks to Get You Through the Winter Months

Winter Shoe Hacks To Keep Your Feet Toasty Make woollen insoles for Waterproof your feet with plastic bags added warmth Treat cracked, tired heels with a vinegar and Listerine soak 1 Cup Listerine 1 Cup White Vinegar 2 Cups Warm Water Dry out your shoes with scrunched up newspaper A pool noodle cut in half will stop winter boots losing their shape when not in use Use water and baking soda to erase salt & scuffs from Clean stains from suede leather shoes boots using a pencil eraser (Carefully) add screws to the soles of your shoes for better grip Use an old tray and small pebbles when storing wet and muddy footwear Freeze your boots (with bags of water inside) to help stretch them Winter Footwear Do's & Don't's DO DON'T Immediately clean your shoes after they've been out in the rain Wear light coloured footwear on wet days, they WILL stain! (X) Buy your boots a little larger for added space when wearing chunky socks Leave wet shoes by a heat Source or radiator to dry X) 99944 Always carry a spare pair of socks in case your feet get wet Wear the same shoes two days in a row Don't Forget, Winter is Party Season! Here's How to Stay Comfortable: Ideal Heel Height Find your most comfortable heel height by measuring the distance between the heel and ball of your foot in a relaxed state Heel styles that are more comfortable include: Generally speaking, the steeper the incline the less comfortable the heel platforms, open or round toe, wedges and block heels Rub lip balm onto the back of heels to prevent blisters Use dry shampoo to stop sock-free feet from sweating BEFORE THE PARTY: • Stretch leg muscles AFTER THE PARTY: • Stretch leg muscles again! • Ice your feet for 15 mins • Soak your feet in Epsom salts • Wear lower heels, not flats, to help muscles adjust • Massage & pedicure Sources: mayamade.blogspot.co.uk hiking.about.com buzzfeed.com realsimple.com thekrazycouponlady.com abeautifulmess.com wikihow.com wimp.com uk.businessinsider.com bhg.com travelfashiongirl.com hercampus.com john-anthony.com alterationsneeded.com glamour.com whowhatwear.co.uk totalbeauty.com stylecaster.com Brought to you by: shoezone www.shoezone.com