If you're like me, buying a pair of "
to-die-for" shoes might be the best treat for your longing soul. But despite the fairytale-like excitement we get from buying one, everything can really turn into a total disaster.
So, as a
SOLE SEARCHER, here are my tips when splurging for a fab pair.
BE OPEN-MINDED
When shopping, only have a general idea on what to buy or go on shopping for. When shopping for shoes, just think about BUYING THE PERFECT PAIR. Don't think to much about the design, or the color, or whatever comes to mind, because that you make it all a task and not a fun experience. You wouldn't enjoy trying on different shoe designs, because you've set your mind.
BE READY TO SPEND YOUR MONEY. . . . WISELY!
Your perfect pair won't always be affordable, but it also doesn't mean that it will always be hard to attain. Just because it has a label or it's a designer shoes, doesn't mean that it will feed your shoe-aholic soul. Try going to a mall's department store for a cheaper alternative, they offer shoes that are affordable yet fashionable. But as a lover of shoes, and if it's in your blood, you'll know and come in terms with the reality that GREAT SHOES equates to a more expensive price tag.
WOMEN (SOMETIMES) KNOWS BEST
Bring a female companion with you when shoe shopping. Girls who have great taste in fashion can also be a great judge when it comes to a guy's fashion problems.
SALE AWAY
Don't shy away from buying shoes on clearance. The only thing that these pairs are guilty of is being a season or two "out of style". But trust me, IF YOU'RE A GUY: nobody could really tell the difference between a Lacoste S/S 2010 shoes from a Lacoste S/S 2012 shoes, so long as they're clean and worn with the right clothes. But IF YOU'RE A GIRL, chances are, every fashionista can tell if it's "sooooo last season". Because Women's Fashion change so rapidly and drastically at that.
ALLOW IT TO BREATHE
Choose a pair that is so comfortable your feet can breathe. When a pair caught you eye, try it on and walk with it try look for another pair that you might like. This would test just how comfortable the shoes are.
GO ONLINE
Know what's IN and what's OUT by browsing online shoe shopping sites and blogs about fashion and shoes.
ALWAYS BUY AND NEVER REGRET THE PURCHASE
Right after making the purchase, NEVER tell yourself, "I never should have bought that... I should have looked for other options..." - - - NEVER!
