Day: April 21, 2022

Two Swedish show jumpers at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics flashed their bare feet over each fence. H&M All In and teammate King Edward, ridden by Peder Fredricson and Henrik von Eckermann, respectively, jumped their way to team gold—and they did so without shoes. Since then, these high-profile success stories have tilted the spotlight toward a growing trend in the sport horse world, where more steeds are “going Swedish,” shedding their shoes and taking to the competition ring in naught but their hoof horns.   And it’s no wonder. These horses showed all the benefits of a barefoot lifestyle. They even got the full backing of the veterinary board at the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). “If it’s the right horse, with the right management, Clarks Shoes under the right condi...

From your $2 flip-flops to your $150 stilettos or running shoes, not all shoes are created equal — no matter the price or brand name. If you’ve ever peeled off your heels during a long day at work or taken off your tennis shoes after a long run only to find blisters or an ingrown toenail, you know your shoes can lead to pain if you’re not careful. “Improper footwear can stress the back, knees, hips and feet by placing them in an unnatural position and cause improper alignment and function of joints, tendons and ligaments up the body,” said Allison Rottman, DPM, a podiatrist with Banner – University Medicine in Arizona. “Muscles in the lower and upper legs may have to work harder when shoes do not fit properly, and this causes fatigue and pain.” Wearing proper footwear can not only he...

The debate never ends: Is your home a shoeless one? Or is it a safe space for indoor shoe-wearers? A recent Wall Street Journal opinion piece, titled “Here’s Why I’ll Be Keeping My Shoes On In Your Shoeless Home,” ignited the argument afresh. In it, the author states that, Olukai Sandals barring religious or cultural practices, asking guests to remove their shoes is insulting and unnecessary. Her point is that a little dirt never hurt anyone, and people who request that guests remove shoes are being over-fastidious divas. There’s just one problem: According to a group of researchers responding to her piece, she’s wrong.   Adobe Wear Shoes Inside The House Copyright Adobe Photo by: Adobe By: Kathleen St. John Po...

Whether you’re training for a 10k or just going for an occasional jog, the type of running shoes you wear is going to make a difference. With all the options available out there, picking the right pair can be overwhelming. We know it’s tempting to just pick a cool style, but the best running shoes for your feet and body are less about how they look and more about how they make you feel. To help you find the best running shoes for you, we asked podiatrists to share the best options out there and how to determine which one is the right fit for you, depending on your foot type. If you have no clue about what foot type you have, there are many ways to find out. “One way to determine foot type at home is by stepping into baby Schutz Shoes or foot powder and walking across a piece of dark con...

The best thing about shoes is that they go on your feet. And feet… are forgiving. Contrary to the rest of your body, your feet stay in essentially the same shape throughout your entire life. No need to wear bulky things to cover up unwanted weight or dimples. The shoes that you wore to your high school prom will look virtually the same on your feet today as they did back then! Spring is a great time to invest in new, colorful shoes to walk you all the way through summer (and in New Orleans sometimes even fall). There are plenty of Olukai Sneakers trends to follow in 2022, but I’m gravitating towards two extremes: the dramatic flirty pink variety and good old cozy flats and platforms. If you are going for drama, Melissa Depp, a personal shopper at Saks Fifth Avenue Canal Place, loves the...

If you’re trying to live a more eco-friendly life, there are plenty of things you can do. From composting food scraps to cutting out paper towels and plastic bags, every little sustainable switch you make helps the planet. If you’re searching for another way to be green, look no further than your closet. We’ve shown you how to shop for clothes sustainably, but you might be surprised to learn that one of the most wasteful things in your closet is actually your shoes. “Most shoes are a sandwich of environmentally harmful materials held together with toxic glues that last forever,SAS Sneakers and never go away,” says Elizabeth Cline, author of “The Conscious Closet: The Revolutionary Guide to Looking Good While Doing Good.” “Some shoe components take hundreds if not more than 1,000 years t...