Archive for February, 2010
Brand Spotlight: Orthaheel
From the Comfortista Archive. Posted originally on February 26, 2010.
There’s more to these shoes than meet the eye! In addition to being comfortable, they offer wellness benefits you don’t find in other shoes. Dr. Phillip Vasyli, a leading Australian podiatrist, designed Orthaheel shoes to provide relief from plantar fasciitis (heel and arch pain) while improving your body alignment, posture and walk. Improper foot alignment can cause wear and tear on your knees, hips and lower back. Special built-in orthotic footbeds have contoured arch support and deep heel cups to help reclaim your foot’s natural alignment, which enables feet, ankles and legs to function effectively.
Best-selling Orthaheel shoes are a favorite with FootSmart customers! You’ll find a variety of styles, from sneakers to slippers and sandals that are perfect during the upcoming warmer months. Our two best-selling shoes last year, the Tide and Wave thongs, both have mesh straps and are available in a variety of colors, while the Action Walker is an athletic shoe with a soft leather and mesh upper that conforms to your foot and a mesh liner to wick away moisture.
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| Tide | Wave |
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| Action Walker |
Brand Spotlight: Merrell
From the Comfortista Archive. Originally posted on February 11, 2010.
My life outside the office is filled with activities and demands. I am on my feet a lot — and while I want shoes that are stylish, I also need comfort that goes the distance! That’s where Merrell shoes fit in. Their sporty styles are designed for active lifestyles like mine. In fact, all of their women’s shoes feature the Q-Form® System that is made specifically for the way women move. Compensating for a woman’s prominent Q-Angle (the angle between the hip and knee), this technology combines cushioning with support to help alleviate walking pain while reducing wear and tear on your shoes. Plus, Q-Form absorbs shock (up to 4x your body weight!) and stabilizes your feet so you take more balanced steps.
Just in time for Spring, Merrell has just come out with several new sandals to add to their current lineup. The Heather Slide and Sundew Toe Thong both feature soft, foot-hugging nubuck leather and neoprene uppers. Freesia, a nubuck leather thong, offers plenty of adjustability with three hook-and-loop closures, while Savannah is a leather thong with an adjustable backstrap. So no matter how you like your sandals, you’ll find comfort that fits your active lifestyle.
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| Heather | Sundew |
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| Freesia | Savannah |
