Last year, I bought a sweet pair of pumps... Yes, they are the ones featured above!
Although they seemed to fit well at the store, I learned (the first day I wore them to work) they were a bit
too loose. Not only was this
uncomfortable; it also resulted in what I call “penguin walk.” Has this ever happened to you?
I was ready to donate them to a local thrift shop, when I
learned of a possible fix: adhere tape (duct or similar strength) into the bottom
of the shoe. What I like to do is fold a couple of pieces of tape inside
out (with the sticky part displayed on the outside). I place one onto the insole near the shoe's heal; the other is adhered to the inner sole as well-- right
below the toe area.
For me, this strategy has resulted in no more slippage (which equates to me keeping these fab shoes I have since gotten major mileage out of). Truly, I can’t tell the tape is there, and my shoes seem to fit perfectly!
The only drawback is that the tape does leave marks on the insole of the shoes. I figure that's a small price to pay versus having a pair of shoes I can't wear.
The only drawback is that the tape does leave marks on the insole of the shoes. I figure that's a small price to pay versus having a pair of shoes I can't wear.
I sure wish I could take credit for this great idea. I can’t. It came from watching a documentary called The Bituminous Coal Queens of Pennsylvania, which is worth a watch for this creative display of resourcefulness alone (smile).
Share with me your resourceful fashion fixes. I would adore hearing about them!
Joy and peace.
T.
