Thursday, March 13, 2008

Be sure to buy good shoes!

Whether it is spring or not, it is not that important when we speak about good quality shoes. Because a smart-dressed man is sure to have good shoes, let’s say, in reserve. Do you know how to choose good shoes and not get lost? Here are some things, you should keep in mind while choosing your new shoes. You can recognize quality shoes by these 4 main elements: Leather, Stitching, Soles and Lining.

Leather: It goes without saying that the quality of the shoe's leather is the most important aspect of a great looking shoe. Good leather is smooth, pliable, and resilient, has a consistent grain and feels nice to touch. Look closely at the feel and the look of the leather before you buy.

Stitching: If not for decoration purposes, stitching should be hidden. The best quality shoes have stitching that is completely concealed. Exposed stitching signifies poor craftsmanship.

Soles: The soles of shoes should be made of leather and should be attached to the shoe with stitching and not glued. Leather sole thicknesses are different depending on the style of the shoe. The thickness and style shoe you choose depends on personal preference. Good soles are not totally black and if you find a pair that is, check for imperfections it could be painted black to hide flaws.

Lining: Good shoes are lined with high quality calfskin that folds smoothly into the shoe.

As you see, these small easy tips of advice may be of good avail for you, if you are eager to buy nice quality shoes. You should also pay attention to manufacturer and, of course, to your own preferences.

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