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Best Walking Shoes

2007-01-16T08:21:00.000-08:00

Hello Walking Fans!

If you're a walker, for sport, pleasure or out of necessity, you need a comfortable shoe.

But what's really a comfortable able walking shoe?

Actually there's no better way to determine that for yourself than to simply experiment with different shoes on your own. Of course that can be time consuming and expensive.

Here's a little help.

First of all think about what style of shoe you want. If you do a lot of walking for your job, you probably want a casual looking shoe that looks good with your business outfit. If you're an exercise walker a white sports shoe is probably what you want. For example, I'm taking a trip to Italy in May (whaaahooo! I'm excited) but my biggest concern is getting a walking shoe that will be as comfortable as it can possibly be.

Now, I've been told that when visiting Italy, white tennis shoes give you away as an American tourist and they should be avoided. Is this true? Not sure, but I'm not one to be conspicuous so I'm going to try to go for a walking shoe that's not a bright white sports looking shoe.

If you wear orthotics, have high arches, bunions, narrow or wide feet, these can all play a part in the best shoe for you. So think about what style you like, assess your foot needs and go with shoes that are known for comfort. When buying a shoe, be sure to read the buyer reviews. Most good online shoe stores offer them.

Based on reviews I've read, here's a few of the most popular and most purchased walking shoes that are primarily based on 'Comfort'. Haven't decided on which one I'm buying yet for my Italy trip -- but I'll let you know :-)

I suggest buying them at Zappos - They have the best prices and customer service. Plus they often run some pretty awesome sales.

Asics gel Nimbus viii
This is a highly cushioned running shoe that is excellent for walkers as well. It enhances the foot's natural gait from heel-to-toe. The cushioning provides maximum front and rear foot shock absorption for all motions and it doesn't bind across the toe. They are also good for high arches. These shoes have pretty wild colors.

Mephisto
Mephisto is what comes to my mind as a primo walking shoe, everyone that wears them seems to love them and buy them a second time. They are a bit pricey but extremely comfortable. They offer great support in the heel. Any of their shoes offer perfect walking comfort. All of their shoes provide huge comfort.

New balance 659
This is actually a running shoe that gets high marks. It offers great support with great traction on roads and trails. Good shock absorption in the heel. Lightweight synthetic mesh, reflective detail for safety, outsole stabilizes the foot through your walking cycle.

Rockport walking shoes
Rockports for walking seemed to get average to low reviews. They offer moderate arch support and some shoes don't offer any. However, the Rockport world tour classic walking shoe did get rave reviews. Their not a stiff shoe and go well with slacks or jeans. They are also a good shoe for orthotics.

Reebok DMX
This shoe got some fairly good reviews for looks but lacked in the comfort department, probably because they take awhile to break in, however once broken in they can be a dream.

Reebok shoes also tend to squeak a bit. Make sure this does not bother you.

Happy walking :-)
Elizabeth (the shoe nut)

Gifts for Shoe Lovers

2006-12-08T15:55:00.000-08:00

Everyone knows at least one shoe lover, so why no cater to what shoe lovers love the most -- Shoes!

Here's a few ideas on on gifts that any shoe lover would appreciate:

Gift Certificates - If they like to shop online, try Gift certificates from their favorite shoe stores:

Zappos Gift Certificates

Shoebuy gift certificates

Footsmart certificates

Teva gift cards

Worldwide sport supply gift certificates

How about Novelty gifts shaped like shoes .

Check Overstock.com for cute shoe shaped jewelry boxes.

Books and Calendars about Shoes:
Shoes: A Celebration of Pumps, Sandals, Slippers &amp;amp; More

Shoes Gallery Calendar 2007

Slippers
I like slippers as a gift because you almost never go wrong on size. Small, medium or large just about does the trick, plus who doesn't need a new pair of comfy slippers on their feet.

Slippers at Zappos

Shoebuy slippers

Robeez Cute Baby Shoes - Most babies aren't shoe lovers but these are too cute to resist!

Win Free Shoes

Enter someone into a shoes contest and enclose a note in their Christmas card that they've been entered.

Zappos has a great contest for winning free shoes

That's all Folks -- Happy Shopping & Hope you find the gifts you're looking for.

Shopping - Bah Humbug!

2006-12-07T07:04:00.000-08:00

If you think about shoes, a few facts come to mind:

Everyone wears them
They can dress-up or dress-down an outfit
There's a shoe for every occasion
A new pair of shoes can put a spring in your step!

I personally love a new pair of shoes and I love to shop for shoes, but I gotta ask you ... who has the time to shop?

I work a thriving business and before that, I had a busy career with a house, kids and a home to take care of. So as much as I love to shop, I don't have much time left in the day to roam about the shopping malls.

Now the holidays are fast approaching. This is my favorite time of year, but again I ask you -- who has the time to wander the shopping malls? I sure don't. Life is just too busy and I guess I have to admit it -- The older I get, the less I like it.

Uh Oh --- I hope my daughter didn't hear that.

So what's a busy Gal like me to do when I need a new pair of shoes for that Christmas party or to to simply pick up my spirits?

Shop online I tell you!

I'm still not sure why more people don't do it. No wait, I think I know -- "I like to try them on and see how they fit"

Yep, I hear that a lot.

OK, there's something to be said for "trying them on for fit" I'll give you that one, but if you try them on at home and they don't fit, send them back "free of charge" and you can still have the right size sent to you within a few days.

Yep ... there is a little planning required. Buying shoes on Saturday to wear on Sunday might not work online, but if you do a little pre-planning you can have yourself a new pair of shoes within a few days -- with free delivery! ( Zappos, Shoebuy, Shoes.com and Onlineshoes.com all have free shipping, free returns and the BEST customer service)

So, if they don't fit, return them for free. Only requirement - think ahead, don't procrastinate. I guess that's a topic for another day.

So, if you're feeling a little down and you need a pick me up, take a break and get on out to your favorite online shoe store. It's fast, fun and it will give you something to look forward to in your mailbox.

Or who knows - you might even find a great gift for someone else!

Cozy slippers and Colorful Handbags are all the rage this year!

Famous Brand Shoes.com

One of My Favorites for Shoes Online

2006-10-26T21:03:00.000-07:00

Every once in awhile I like to boast my favorite shoe stores and Shoeboy.com is one of those stores.

In fact they have a new look! But more importantly, Shoebuy.com was named one of the top 58 online retailers in the country for outstanding service by BizRate/Shopzilla four years in a row and the #1 eTailer in the country for fulfillment at eTail 2005 and now they have a new look!
It will be a great place to shop this holiday season for shoes, bags and accessories. They all make great gifts.

Take advantage of their great benefits:

* 30 "Return Days" (get paid on shoppers that come back again!)
* Free Shipping and Free Return Shipping on all U.S. orders
* Now also shipping to Canada
* No Sales Tax
* 110% Price Guarantee
* 300 brands and over 400,000 products
* Over $2 billion in inventory in all sizes, widths and colors
* Other product lines include Handbags & Accessories; Luggage; and Apparel
* Sale Center with over 100 top brands marked down up to 65% off

Got Fat Ankles?

2006-10-24T16:02:00.000-07:00

Do you have fat ankles?

Here are a few shoe buying tips that might give those thick ankles a better look.

Don't wear flat shoes with a thin toe. This can make your ankle look even fatter.

A high ankle strap strangles the ankle, and a low heel with a slight curve is gives
a look like it's going to snap under your weight.

A more substantial shoe looks in proportion to a more substantial ankle:

A chunky loafer is a good choice. Clogs and mules are a thick ankle's best friend.

A flat mule elongates the leg, giving the appearance of a thin ankle.

Slingbacks with slender heel ranging from 1.5" to 2" high with a slight curve and mules with a thin heel are not flattering if you have thick ankles.

If you wear a pump, make sure the heel comes straight down from the base of the shoe, which will give your ankle some shape.

A slingback can look good with a high, sturdy heel. Also, a heavy heel on a wedge mule will make your ankles appear thinner.

If you are lucky enough to have thin ankles…

Stay away from hefty heels. They dominate the shoe, make your feet look enormous and exaggerate the skinniness of your ankles.

More sleek looking heels will allow you to show off her ankles to the best advantage without the shoes detracting from them and drawing too much attention to your feet.

A slender heel is much more flattering for dainty ankles.

Find the right shoes for your ankles

Comfortable Walking Shoes

2006-09-18T13:15:00.000-07:00

Here's an interesting question I just received from a reader:

Q: I just returned from Baltimore where I visited my son. He walks everywhere so I put a lot of miles on my relatively new Clarks and suffered many blisters. Now I have information from another who also suffered extensive foot blistering in Baltimore. So maybe it is a Baltimore "thing"? In any event, do you have any recommendations to avoid blisters ? After all, it is Baltimore! Thank you in advance for your advice.

A: I would have to say it's your shoes. I like clarks and I have several pairs. In general, they are comfy shoes but if you're going to be doing "lots" of walking, they can rub in spots, so I don't recommend them for all day walking.

Mephisto, although rather pricey, makes some of the best shoes for walking and comfort. Rockports, Teva and New Balance are also great shoes for walking as well. Propet is another really good one that specializes in walking shoes. The moral of the story is: If you're doing all day walking be sure to get shoes that are meant just for that. Anything else, you may compromise your comfort and risk a few blisters.

All of the above shoes can be found at these stores:

Zappos
Shoebuy
Shoes.com
Teva as well.

Make Your Feet Look Smaller!

2006-09-05T08:40:00.000-07:00

You may not be plagued with big feet but there are
plenty of us who are, and I'm one of them.

I've worn a size 9 shoe since high school, but the
worst part was being surrounded by friends wearing
size 3 & 4. I hated it.

Today, I'm more comfortable with my big feet.
First of all, in life, there are certainly bigger
things to fret about, and second, the problem is
remedied simply by buying shoes that make your
feet 'look' smaller.

Ladies, you'll be happy to know that high heels do
give the appearance of having smaller feet. The high
heel tapers the toes and arches the foot giving the
appearance of being small and delicate. Chunky heels
such as wedges do it even better than stilettos, and
of course, they're a bit easier on your feet.
Pointy toes can make your feel look longer.

If your foot is already long, perhaps this is not the
look you're going for, however, if having a wide foot
is what concerns you, then choosing a close fitting
pointy toe may be the answer.

Making a recent comeback in popularity is the
rounded toe shoe. This type of shoe can make the
foot shorter in appearance.
Steer clear of strappy sandals that expose most of
your foot, they can make your foot look larger. The
smaller the opening around your toes, the smaller
your foot will appear. Hence, the larger the
opening, the bigger your foot will appear.

Showing a little less of your toes with a nice
sling back is certainly fine. The more material
you have on top of your foot, as with closed toe
shoes such as with clogs, the longer your foot
will appear.

Just as with clothing, dark colors can make
your feet look smaller, however before stocking
up on all styles of black, step out with some
deeper tones of brown, grey and green or maybe
some of the yummy earth tones that have become
so popular. Shoe accents for women such as
buckles, bows or detailing will also make
your foot look smaller.

Gentleman who want a smaller look should find
a shoe with a tassel or straps that cross the
shoe near the toe.

Stuart Weitzman has become very popular among
women with hard-to-fit feet by offering a wide
range of sizes from 3 1/2 to 12, AAAA to W

Donald J. Pliner carries great styles and plus sized from 11 to 12m and some NPlus sizes: 11 and 12 M, some N
DesignerShoes.com carries plus sizes 10 1/2 to 15, AAAA to WW with such brands as Via Spiga, Stuart Weitzman, Anne Klein, Pancaldi, Claudia Ciuti, Donald J. Pliner, Steve Madden, custom Eleve line

Simple Shoes - Eco Friendly

2006-08-18T18:37:00.000-07:00

In an effort to minimize the ecological footprint left by shoes, The Simple Shoes company has created Eco friendly, natural footwear known as 'Green Toe' and 'Play Toe'.

These ecologically friendly shoes are made of natural materials such as bamboo cork, wool, water based cement, crepe, natural latex, jute, bamboo. The glue and dyes are water based and they use 50% recycled rubber in the soles of the standard Simple shoe line.

Also, you'll be happy to know, their factories comply with Amnesty International's guidelines for human rights standards in the workplace. Whew! Now that's a shoe I can step into.

The 'Play Toe' line are my favorites. They're a comfortable sneaker with Jute upper & laces, Colored crepe outsole and Laytex rubber heel, big toe cut-out on outsole, Cork and laytex pedbed with cool fall colors that I can't resist.

They're slowly turning out to be the popular casual wear for fall and winter. I love 'em.

Make a visit to simple shoes and see what YOU think.

Simple offers free domestic ground shipping.

Robeez Shoes Partners with Disney

2006-08-14T15:40:00.000-07:00

Calling all Moms, Grandparents and cute shoe lovers!

Robeez, Childrens/baby shoes, has partnered with Disney for the launch of their exclusive collection of Winnie the Pooh and Friends designs on their soft soled shoes.

The collection includes Eeyore, Piglet, Tigger and three color variations of Winnie the Pooh. They are available in sizes 0 – 24 months. This collection is available to deliveries in North America and Europe.

In North America, Robeez offers FREE shipping on purchases of $75 or more. (excluding taxes).

If you haven't been to Robeez lately, you're missing out on some of the "cutest" baby shoes around. They're wonderful for keeping baby's feet warm for the winter months ahead and they make an ideal holiday or birthday gift.

Brought To You By Famous Brand Shoes.com

Saturday Shoes Sale

2006-08-11T10:51:00.000-07:00

It's Back To School Time!

- Shoes.com is offering 60% off on all shoes this Saturday August 12, from 7am til midnight

- Shop the easy way for all Fall Shoe fashions and those back to school needs.

- Thousands of styles and all your favorite brands.

Free shipping to all 50 states
Free returns
115% lowest price guarantee

Also wide widths and narrow widths available.

Brought To You By Famous Brand Shoes

The Cutest Little Bag Around

2006-07-27T09:22:00.000-07:00

Looking for something different?

The Tough Love bag is back! Introducing - drum roll please!

"The Harvey's Seatbelt Bag - Tough Love"

It's got a great look, unlike most other bags. A great way to make a trendy fashion statement.

Features Include:

Checkered mini baguette made of authentic seatbelts. The three pockets are perfect for a cell phone, keys, pens...great bag!!
Single handle. Top tab with a magnetic snap closure.
Fully lined with a small interior pouch pocket and lipstick pocket.
Dimensions: 7 1/2" wide x 1 3/4" deep x 5 3/4" high. Handle: 5" length.

Harveys Seatbelt Bag is available in a range of modern silhouettes and glamorous colors that are guaranteed to drive you wild.

The intelligent design gives this the look of an instant classic. The bag is made of superior quality using the finest and most durable materials available, while still maintaining a reasonable price point and keeping each bag Built in the USA ( that alone gets my vote!) Never satisfied with the status quo, Harvey is constantly adding new colors and styles.

You can find Harvey's seatbelt bags for the best prices at Zappos.

Brought To You By Famous Brand Shoes

Crocs From Famous Brand Shoes

2006-07-03T16:47:00.000-07:00

If you're in the market for interesting, not to mention
comfortable footwear, let me tell you about CROCS.

In case you haven't gotten your feet into a pair, let me
tell you, "they are COMFY!"

They're probably not at the height of fashion but they most
certainly make up for it in how they feel on your feet.

What I noticed most about Crocs is they mold to your feet
creating the most comfort possible. They also have an orthotic
foot bed with advanced toe-box ventilation, ...ahhh, even
MORE comfort.

They really do make the perfect summer shoe. They are
made of a slip resistant material which makes them ideal
for wet surfaces such as on boats or at pools or any
surface that gets slippery.

They are also anti-microbial and odor resistant,
"Whew!, my son is getting a pair".
And the wide roomy footbed is made with the Crocs
trade marked PCCR material.

So, what's not to like? They come in just about any color
you want and they're lightweight, weighing only a few ounces.

Crocs are sold at Zappos.com
Crocs are sold at Shoebuy.com

Shhhh ... The best price for Crocs is at Shoebuy.com ;-o

The Reef Fanning Sandal

2006-06-29T12:22:00.000-07:00

If you like great sandals, here's a unique one for you.

The Reef Fanning sandal.

Comfort is the name of the game here folks. Reef offers a soft glove leather lining. Contoured compression molded EVA footbed with anatomical arch support.

Comfort is enhanced with a full 360 degree heel airbag enclosed in soft polyurethane. And what beach party lover would appreciate the church key to open your favorite beverage, yes, it's built into the bottom of the sandal. Nothing like being prepared, I always say!

Here's a few additional features of the Reef fanning sandal:

Nubuck and full-grain leather upper.
Soft glove leather lining.
Full 360 degree heel airbag enclosed in soft polyurethane.
Reef icon herringbone rubber outsole.
Mick's signature sandal.
Patent pending.

77% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to size".
87% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe "Felt true to width".
74% of Fit Survey respondents said this shoe had "Excellent arch support".

Sandals come in all colors for both men and women. Have a Look!

Zappos New Grand Opening

2006-06-21T11:35:00.000-07:00

If you live in Kentucky, you'll be happy to know that Zappos has a new OULET STORE in Shepherdsville, KY. They have expanded from 3500 square feet to 10,000 square feet of display room and is now open 7 days a week!

In addition, be sure to visit their one week TENT SALE:- Sunday, June 18, 2006 - Sunday, June 25, 2006.- Over 30,000 pairs of shoes in our tents- Shoes in tents priced at $10/pair or $20/pairStore Hours: 10 AM - 6 PM Monday through Saturday 12 PM - 5 PM SundayHuge selection of shoes outside in tents are at $10/pair or $20/pair!Shoes inside vary from $19.95/pair to $79.95/pair for premium brands.

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Zappos is located at: 376 Zappos.com Blvd.
Shepherdsville, KY 40165
Directions:Take I-65 to exit 116 (about 15 minutes south of Louisville).
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Of course, if you don't live in Kentucky, you'll be happy to know that Zappos offers lots of savings on all shoes and hundreds of brands right here online. Always fast and free shipping and the best customer service in the business.
http://www.famous-brand-shoes.com/zappos.html

2006-06-06T14:23:00.000-07:00

Do you love shoes?

If you do then you probably have lots of them, right? and the
more shoes you have, the more disorganized they can become,
believe me, I know --- I love shoes too.

So why not get organized? There's a great place to help you
out. They're online, easy to shop and can make a world of
difference with your organization skills.

They're called Stack & Stacks and The prestigious "Internet Retailer"
Magazine has just named Stacks and Stacks to their Top 500 List!

What does that mean? Well, they've had exceptional growth not
to mention quality products and service.

So go ahead, get those out from under foot (no pun intended :-)
and get organized.

Get $10 off $50 with coupon code LUCKYU
Good through June 30, 2006

Teva for Summer, Fun and Comfort

2006-05-17T15:39:00.000-07:00

Famous Brand Shoes is proud to announce the integration of the Teva collection. Teva features an extensive line of rugged river, running, hiking, and casual shoes and sandals for men, women, and kids.

You can search the complete line of teva shoes, we even have a section on Teva's price reductions. Have a look! It's summer sports footwear at its best.

Walking in Comfort

2006-04-27T08:12:00.000-07:00

Greetings Shoe Seekers!

As we head into the Spring and Summer months we're
thinking about getting outside. You'll be visiting local
sites, tourist attractions and possibly taking a great
vacation.

But no outing is fun if your feet hurt or you don't have
the right shoes to wear. If you've ever taken a long walk
with the wrong shoes on, you know what I mean! I've
done it several times - Oh my aching feet!

When your feet hurt or they are not properly cushioned
or supported, your entire lower body can be negatively
affected.

The mistake I've made is that so called 'comfortable
shoes' such as gym shoes or sporty shoes don't necessarily
mean comfort.

Here's a few tips to help you find a shoe that actually fits
your foot and maintains a comfort level that you need.

The most comfortable shoe is the shoe that gives you
cushioning, support and good flexibility. Also if
you have over pronation or under pronation you will
need to compensate for that.

Motion control shoes
You want a good shoe for motion control. These are
rigid shoes designed to limit overpronation, these
shoes would be for someone with flat feet or heavier
people. These shoes have quite thick heels.

Stability shoes
These shoes have more flexibility but still provide
good support and durability. These are for people
who do not have motion control problems. and are of
midweight. These shoes have thick heels but not as
thick as motion control shoes.

Cushioned shoes
These shoes have soft midsoles and offer the least
support but are highly flexible. These are for people
that have no overpronation problems or need extra
support. People with high arches would find these
shoes desirable.

Be sure the shoe you are buying gives you enough
room in the toes and does not rub anywhere. A shoe
can seem comfortable when first put on but if it rubs
or is tight in any one spot it won't last long on your foot.

If comfort is your thing, I highly suggest getting yourself
over to footsmart.com. They specialize in comfort and foot
health. They’ll help you find the shoes you need to maintain
comfort, stability and style.

Spring is Here for Shoes.com

2006-04-19T10:35:00.000-07:00

Shoes.com is one of the most accessed web sites for shoes specializing in men's, women's and kids shoes. They offer:

Free shipping - Of course!
Free returns - if they don't fit or you don't like them, send them back with shipping instructions included, so easy!
And they offer 115% lowest price guarantee.

Here are some of their Spring Specials:

Get 8% off orders of $50 or more on non-sale items! Use Code: APRILCJ at Shoes.com! Expires May 10th. Some Brands excluded.

Get 10% off non-sale Sandal brands: Naturalizer, Dr. Scholls, Columbia, Rockport and Chaco. Code: SANDAL at Shoes.com!

Enjoy Spring and may you always walk in Comfort and Style.

Elizabeth
http://www.famous-brand-shoes.com

Zappos Meets or Exceeds Customer Expectations!

2006-04-07T16:03:00.000-07:00

Zappos wants you to order any pair of shoes today and receive them in 4 to 5 days!

Actually, I've been a sponsor for Zappos shoes for over 2 years now and a customer of theirs for longer than that - and I can tell you that I've never waited 4 to 5 days for shoes. They've come every time in 2-3 days.

I can't promise that you'll get your shoes in 2-3 days because I don't know where you live and what the mail system will be like when you order your shoes, but I can tell you that Zappos works to exceed customer expectations and I've found them to be not only a great shoe store but focused completely on their customer - that's YOU!

Got KIDS!
QUESTIONS ABOUT KIDS' SHOES?
Zappos has a new kids' phone line at 1-800-927-7121 (Monday - Friday, 6 AM - 6 PM Pacific) and one of our Kids' Shoe Specialists will be happy to answer all your questions about Kids' Shoes! KIDS' SHOES

Women Buying Men's Shoes?

2006-03-15T10:05:00.000-08:00

I read and research quite a bit when it comes to shoes and I'm finding that women with larger feet requiring larger shoes sizes are shopping in the mens department of shoes stores, Huh? Don't do that! Just because you have a larger foot than what is referred to as normal ( what is normal anyway?) doesn't mean you should settle for buying mens shoes.

If you have a larger foot print don't despair, the internet has made finding larger size shoes much easier, and believe it or not, I think shoe manufacturers are realizing that women with larger foot sizes do have style and are requiring good style, taste and glamour just like everyone else.

Naturally, when shopping online you can't try on the shoes you like, however, don't despair. Find a shoe store that features free returns. This makes it easier to return the shoes and get a different size or style.

Of course, there are stores that will order shoes in larger sizes for you. Your best bet for doing this is check with the smaller, privately owned shoe stores as opposed to the larger discount stores. Don't be afraid to ask them to order a shoe in your size. The smaller stores are generally more agreeable to special ordering, so always ask.

Spring is Here

2006-03-13T19:11:00.000-08:00

Spring is here and there plenty of new styles and lots of savings!

To start the season off right, Designer Shoes is offering a St. Patricks Day Special Event. They are offering FREE SHIPPING on any orders that include green shoes! This is a time sensitive event and it is only good until March 21st. The promotional code is "STPATS" . Please check it out here.

Thousands of shoes and Handbags at clearance prices at Zappos!

New Summer and Spring Styles:

Franco Sarto - Yacht (Red Capra Botalato) - Women's

Dansko - Roz (Spice) - Women's

KangaROOS - Esperanza (Green Polka Dot Print/Yellow/White) - Women's

GBX - Venetian - Fisherman (Brown Sheepskin) - Men's

Sensi - Maui (Black/Black) - Men's

Clarks - Yukatan (Brown Nubuck) - Men's

2006 Shoe Awards!

2006-02-27T16:02:00.000-08:00

Hollywood isn't the only show in town who features the best performance, lifetime achievement, bestvisual effects and best score.

Shoes.com is having their 4th annual celebration of the world's finest footwear. Each category has the "Best Performance" nominees and presents the final winner.

Take a look at this years best performances and see if you picked the winners:
Categories are:

Best performance, Male
Best Performance, Female
Best Supporting Performance
Best Western
Best Foreign Feature
Best Score
Best Visual Effects
Best Stuntwork
Best Animated Short Subject
Lifetime achievement award

...and the winners are!

What's new!

2006-02-23T16:11:00.000-08:00

If you're looking for new shoe styles and new looks for your wardrobe or that special upcoming event, you'll be happy to know that, my favorite shoe store, Zappos updates their advertised brands with new shoe styles each month. They happily post each brand with the new styles they've recently added.

They've done all the footwork for you! Straight from the manufacturer. There's a collection of the freshest fashions and styles. With so many types and colors to choose from, you're bound to find something that catches your eye. Browsing has never been so simple!

Have a look and happy shopping!

Elizabeth
http://www.famous-brand-shoes.com

How Safe is Online Shopping?

2006-02-17T10:23:00.000-08:00

I shop online for everything! But; not everyone feels as secure as I do, including my husband :-(

I believe in many ways it's safer than mailing your bills or using checks.

Here's why:
Your credit card transaction is protected by the Fair Credit Billing Act. This means you have the legal right to dispute charges for goods or services that were never ordered, never received, or misrepresented.

Some credit cards now provide "substitute" or "single-use" numbers, linked to your account. You can use these numbers for one purchase only (sometimes they can also be used for regular payments to the same company). Since you never put your real account number online, your financial information is safe from abuse by "hackers" or dishonest employees.

When you provide payment information, the "http" at the beginning of the address bar should change to "https" or "shttp." This indicates that this is a 'secure' shopping area.
Also, make sure your browser complies with industry security standards, such as Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) or SET Secure Electronic Transaction. This means that information is being encrypted, or scrambled, as it is being sent. For example, using internet explorer will display a little locked padlock symbol at the bottom right hand corner of your screen when making a purchase.

The following browsers are 100% SSL compatible:

Internet Explorer 5.00.2919.6307 and above
Netscape 4.61 and above
AOL 5 and above
Opera 6.1 and above
Mozilla 0.9.8 and above

Tips to ALWAYS remember:
Never, ever provide credit card information, social security number or any other sensitive infomation by email or phone. If you are requested to provide information ask for the name of the company that is requesting the information. Find their phone number YOURSELF and then you call them back.

Happy Shopping!

Thinking Outside The Shoebox

2006-02-07T06:59:00.000-08:00

Find out how one humanitarian is looking out for others, even right down to their shoes!