Tips and tricks from experts on what to look for in high-quality footwear.
with his brother, says this sleight of hand is not uncommon for brands. “There are a number of very high-end designer brands that will charge you $800 or $1,000 for a pair of shoes, and they’re all just glued together,” he says. “It’s almost like wallpaper. They’re not great quality. You’re just paying for that designer brand.”, cut costs and churn out new styles.
“I cannot begin to tell you how many people bring ladies’ sandals into our shop after one of the straps has come unglued,” Potter says. While it is hard to tell exactly how a shoe is constructed just by looking at it, Potter advises examining the sole and insole. If you can’t see any stitching, it’s probably glued together. You could also ask the salesperson about the make, or read the product notes online for details.
Susannah Davda, a shoe consultant in London, advises placing high heels on a flat surface to see if they wobble. “If you tap the side of the shoe and it does quite a lot of wobbling, that’s exactly what your body is going to do when wearing them,” Davda says. For those with ethical qualms about animal products, there are synthetic alternatives such as polyurethane . However, if sustainable production is your priority, note that PU is primarily derived from fossil fuels. If you’re not married to the aesthetic of leather, you can look to fiber materials. Cleary points to brands such as, which sells pairs for under $100 that are made from various synthetic materials, including hemp and recycled plastic bottles.
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