Fashion + Beauty

Saturday, October 11, 2008

How To Break In New Shoes

Shoe designer Rafe Totengco of Rafe New York helps you bag the Band-Aids and wear those new sandals pain-free.

Wear new shoes around the house for a few days before giving them their formal debut. This will give you a chance to make adjustments, like loosening the straps or adding an insert.

If your feet are really dry, leather will rub your skin the wrong way.

A little moisturizer on dry spots will help ease the abrasion. But excess moisture can also cause blisters!

If your feet get sweaty, a bit of baby powder can ease the perspiration that makes the leather chafe.

A cushy insole by Foot Petals or Apara can make pinchy shoes far more comfortable.

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  • Bellisima's Avatar
    Posted by Bellisima Tue Jul 8, 2008 8:37pm PDT

    What happened to Grin and Bear it, Just kidding!LOL

    I agree with you, it's best to break 'em in before the big day or night out.

    Keep those bandages in the little purse, just in case :)

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  • jvitier's Avatar
    Posted by jvitier Wed Jul 9, 2008 3:27pm PDT

    Yes I totally agree every time I buy new shoes I were them as soon as I get home. My husband looks at me like im crazy but wearing my favorite heels with no pain is the way to go!

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