Here are 10 tips on how to keep your shoedrobe looking fabulous…

Tip #1 New Shoes

Have a top sole applied to leather-soled shoes before you wear them – this will double their life span.

Tip #2 Storing

When storing your shoes, make sure they are dry and keep them in a dust bag or the box you bought them in to protect them from dust.

Tip #3 Weatherproofing

Use waterproofing spray before you wear new shoes.

This spray can be used on shoes to keep them from becoming waterlogged. Definitely weatherproof seude shoes or handbags.

Tip #4 Sockets

Invest in low-cut sockets to keep your feet from sweating this will keep shoes fresh on the inside.

Tip #5 Replace heel caps

Replace your heel caps regularly so as not to wear down the leather. If the leather becomes damaged it can be impossible to restore the shoe to its former glory.

A broken heel cap will not only look bad, it may also make the shoe more uncomfortable to walk in.

Tip #6 Rotate regularly

It is recommended that people not wear the same pair of shoes for more than a couple of days in a row. 

Having two pairs of shoes to rotate out every couple of days is all that is needed to prevent stress on the foot.

Tip #7 Better traction

High heels can sometimes be slippery to walk in, so rub some sandpaper over the soles of unworn shoes which will give better traction.

Tip #8 Squeaky shoes

Quiet your squeaky shoes with some baby powder. Squeaking is usually caused by parts of the shoe rubbing against each other. Just lift the inner sole of the shoe and sprinkle baby powder underneath.

Tip # 9 Smelly Shoes

If your shoes smell. Try putting a drop Peppermint Essential Oil or a dry Peppermint Tea Bag inside each shoe, this will not only absorb the odours but make them smell amazing.

Tip #10 Shoe Size 

As feet can swell up to a half size bigger by the end of the day, make sure you go shoe shopping towards the end of your day.

Also try all shoes before buying. The same size shoe sometimes can vary between shoe brands.

Bonus Tip: Blisters

If your favourite party shoes give you blisters… banish your blisters by rubbing clear gel deodorant around the back of the heel of each foot.

This will decrease friction and increase your ability to dance the night away.

But if preventative measures are too late, soak blistered feet in green tea, the anti-inflammatories in green tea will soothe both blisters and tired feet.

When we’re young we can get away with just about any pair of shoes – trainers, thigh high boots, high rise wedges, backless stilettos, they either look sporty, funky or just plain sexy… 

Tip #1 Not too high

High heels are sexy, but heels that are too high tip you forward and makes your butt stick out. The effect is worse if you’re height challenged.

Tip #2 Inner Soles – a gals best friend

As we age, the balls of our feet have less padding and we need extra cushioning for comfort. 

Make sure the shoes you are buying have soft inner soles or buy some foam pads from a shoe shop.

Tip #3 Stiletto size does matter 

If you are plus size, be careful about wearing spiky stilettos, they can make you look top heavy. 

Stilettos that are too high will call attention to your appearance and the way in which you hold yourself, so keep the heel height to 4 inches (10 cm) or less.

Tip #4  Thicker ankles

If your ankles are thicker than you’d like them to be, don’t wear ankle strap shoes or sandals with skirts.

Learn how your favourite shoes with ankle straps visually cut the leg off at the ankle… the idea is to make the leg look leaner and longer not accentuate the ankle.

Tip #5 Low heels 

Wearing towering high heels with a micro mini-skirt will make you look like a lap dancer…. the rule is: the shorter the skirt the lower the heel. 

A miniskirt worn with high heel stilettos just screams tacky!

Tip #6 Wedges aren’t for everyone

Be careful when wearing chunky wedges. 

Perfect for tall gals, this heel style is not flattering if you’re short because it will make your legs appear shorter and thicker.

Tip #7 Always choose comfort

Never sacrifice comfort for style. Chances are those pointy toe stilettos will end up gathering dust in the back of your wardrobe.

Tip #8. Buy shoes later in the day

It is best to try on shoes later in the day, or after a workout, since feet tend to become larger as the day progresses. 

Experts say feet can swell up to an extra full size by the end of the day.

There is nothing worse than wearing shoes that are too tight.