Shoe help ...pleaseeee .... :D?

Q. ok so i am going away soon and i have a few outfits sorted but i need some shoes for one outfit ... i have a grey top with peach netting on the shoulders and a peach netting skirt but i need some ideas for shoes ??? and ideas??? im thinking Heels so i can wear the outfit out but not too high lol ... please help i cant find shoes i like anywhere...

p.s ..united kingdom shops only please :D

A. On my POLYVORE account I've just created a set revolving around the colors and the fabrics it seems you have in your outfit (all the shoes, both flats and heels, are found on asos.com and cost less then £50!! =D (http://www.polyvore.com/peach_netting/set?id=19060379)

1: HIGH HEELS
Heel option 1 (bright): Coral is an EXREMELY popular summer color. The brightness let's you wear this during the day as well as at night and the orange pigmentation of the color brings out the orange qualities of the peach. The shoes in the set are: "Ash Patent Slingback Sandal" and are available on http://www.asos.com for only £32 ($46).
Heel option 2 (natural): Instead of going for a typical black heel the brown is more summery and works well with peachy/orange tones. The gold detail also brings out the beach quality of the garments. The shoes in the set are the "ASOS Petra Heeled Gladiator Sandal" and retail at about £11 ($17)-

2: Flats
Flat option 1 (ballet flats): Yet again the coral color is summery and great for both day and night. The gold heart shaped studs make the look very good for passing from day to night. The shoes in the set are the "ASOS LIGHTYEAR Heart Pointed Ballerina" in coral/gold (also available black/gold) and retail for about £29 ($42.27) on http://www.asos.com
Flat option 2 (sandals): The grey matches the shirt and the studs make it perfect for night time. Very summery and the cuff is very "trendy" this year. The shoes in the set are the "Park Lane Studded Cuff Sandals" and retail for about £29 ($42) on http://www.asos.com

3: Boots
Boots option 1 (short): I personally think that ankle boots look AMAZING with skirts, especially during the summer for an evening transition. The black is great night and day and the studded suede is fabulous. The shoes in the set are the "ASOS ADDISON Suede Brogue Flat Studded Ankle Boot" which retails for about £41 ($59) on http://www.asos.com
Boots option 2 (tall): The slouchy-ness of the boot makes this boot style great for day. The color though is deep enough to be worn at night. The shoe in the set is the "Dune Mellissa Slouch Calf Boot" which retail on http://www.asos.com for about £69 ($100). I'm sorry but these cost more than £50 but i BET you can find a cheaper, similar style.

I really hopes this helped and feel free to contact me via email =D

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i need some new shoes?? help!!?

Q. i want to buy some new shoes that i can wear everyday in the spring. for a sense of my style, i like classic but alternative pieces. urban outfitters is my favorite stores. during the winter i predominantly wore short chestnut uggs (which im SO sick of but theyre so comfy and make your legs look thinner) and black leather flat booties. i need these shoes to be pretty comfortable and very stylish. money is not much of an object, but preferably less than $150. i dislike shoes that make your feet look small as i already have tiny feet (size 5.5 or 6) and bigger shoes make your legs look slimmer. THANKS A MIL!
sorry.. im 5'1" or so and I dont love flats but if theyre really cute then i dont mind.

A. Most of these were featured in magazines, pretty comfy, and trendy. I'm not sure what shoes you like so I selected a variety that I thought looked good.
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/ProductDetail.aspx?&TLC=Womens&SLC=WomensDesigners&BLC=WomensDesignersAliceOlivia&Width=Regular&ItemCode=59800&LotNumber=060590&Type=Adult&Popularity=&DescriptiveColor=White/Black
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/ProductDetail.aspx?&TLC=Womens&SLC=WomensCasuals&BLC=WomensPromoFlats&Width=Regular&ItemCode=59556&LotNumber=060913&Type=Adult&Popularity=1741&DescriptiveColor=Gold
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/ProductDetail.aspx?&TLC=Womens&SLC=WomensSandals&BLC=WomensSandalsTrendy&Width=Regular&ItemCode=59152&LotNumber=059960&Type=Adult&Popularity=182&DescriptiveColor=Black
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/ProductDetail.aspx?&TLC=Womens&SLC=WomensStory&BLC=WomensPromoWedges&Width=Regular&ItemCode=59915&LotNumber=062383&Type=Adult&Popularity=599&DescriptiveColor=Cream
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/ProductDetail.aspx?&TLC=Womens&SLC=WomensAsSeenIn&BLC=WomensPromoAsSeenIn&Width=Regular&ItemCode=59292&LotNumber=059130&Type=Adult&Popularity=102&DescriptiveColor=Black
http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp;jsessionid=C9FADF88E812A6AED81AE74C68897B35.app13-node2?itemdescription=true&itemCount=10&id=14014351&parentid=W_SHOES_HEELSWEDGES_LOW&sortProperties=+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=77&navAction=poppushpushpush&color=01
http://www.payless.com/Catalog/ProductDetail.aspx?&TLC=Womens&Size=&SLC=WomensAthletics&BLC=WomensAthleticsTrendy&ItemCode=59241&DescriptiveColor=&Width=&Type=Adult&VTLC=&cm_id=colordropmenu
hope this helps

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Hottest new shoes?

Q. I need new shoes but i dont want 2 buy any more nikes or Adidas. What are the next popular mens casual basketball shoes?

A. Vans Sk8 Hi-top Classic- trendy, chic and sporty
>>club, date, chillin, sports, you can where em anywhere
>>plus they're cheap

Air Jordans- rap culture necessity, reliable athletic shoe
>>hundreds of designs, performance shoes

Converse Chuck Taylors- one word "classic"
>>classic

Nike Dunks- A twist on the regular nike
>>trendy "hipster" shoe, variety of colors, expensive

BOTTOM LINE: Get the Vans, they're the lace up kind and they're the trendiest for the money, you can get em for less than 50.

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where can i get clothes and shoes like quinn from glee?

Q. i watch glee ALL the time and i am CONSTANTLY in awe of quinn's clothes and how amazing she always looks! i live in Australia and i want to know where i can buy clothes and shoes like hers that aren't too expensive! if you could give me any websites or stores where i could buy clothes like that, it would be amazing!
xxxxx

A. I think wholesaler shave the most suitable answer for your question there you will get big range of different branded and non branded trendy clothes and shoes. It could be very economical to make shopping from wholesalers because they provide less prices and exciting deals as compare to the market rates.

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Where can I buy these shoes?

Q. I really want a pair of the 5 finger shoes for women. The only place I can think of buying them would be off on online, but I hate buying anything that I haven't tried on and seen in person.

What stores sell them? Thanks.

A. You can get them at any warehouse shoe sale or foot action. I got mine at warehouse shoe sale there way cheap like $50.00 or less. They don't carry them at foot locker cause there not considered "trendy" just watch though they'll have them sooner or later.

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Casual Everyday Shoes for middle school girl?

Q. I want shoes not alot of girls have but still try to be $100 or less. Every girl at my school has Uggs, Sperrys, converse, & vans. I don't want any of those. Oh & no rocketdogs. A shoe I can't wear everyday. Please HELP
NO TOMS EITHER , (i already have those)

A. Toms are amazing! They're cute and trendy, and come in so many colors. I love the grey and black.

http://www.toms.com/womens/classics/ash-canvas-classics-shoes

Hope this helps
XOXO
PLEASE RATE :)

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Hottest new shoes?

Q. I need new shoes but i dont want 2 buy any more nikes or Adidas. What are the next popular mens casual basketball shoes?

A. Vans Sk8 Hi-top Classic- trendy, chic and sporty
>>club, date, chillin, sports, you can where em anywhere
>>plus they're cheap

Air Jordans- rap culture necessity, reliable athletic shoe
>>hundreds of designs, performance shoes

Converse Chuck Taylors- one word "classic"
>>classic

Nike Dunks- A twist on the regular nike
>>trendy "hipster" shoe, variety of colors, expensive

BOTTOM LINE: Get the Vans, they're the lace up kind and they're the trendiest for the money, you can get em for less than 50.

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where can i get clothes and shoes like quinn from glee?

Q. i watch glee ALL the time and i am CONSTANTLY in awe of quinn's clothes and how amazing she always looks! i live in Australia and i want to know where i can buy clothes and shoes like hers that aren't too expensive! if you could give me any websites or stores where i could buy clothes like that, it would be amazing!
xxxxx

A. I think wholesaler shave the most suitable answer for your question there you will get big range of different branded and non branded trendy clothes and shoes. It could be very economical to make shopping from wholesalers because they provide less prices and exciting deals as compare to the market rates.

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Where can I buy a trendy, good- quality pair of shoes for a good price?

Q. I really need new shoes, but I can't spend a lot of money on them. Ideally, I only want to spend $60 or less. But I want stylish, trendy shoes, that will hold up well if I wear them every day. I'm not opposed to buying online, but I'd rather not. So what stores do you think I should look at? What kind of shoes should I get. Pics would be really helpful! Thanks!

A. I try to find the best place for you to buy a trendy shoes.
http://www.nike2nike.com/Nike-air-max2010-shoes-c-2155.html
The prices are good ,high quality and maybe FREE Shipping.

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Where can I find stylish shoes that will support my Plantar Fascitis feet?

Q. I wear my custom orthodics in my sneakers when possible, but I can't wear sneakers to work or less causal events. Any suggestions on where to find trendy/stylish shoes, sandals, or flats that are reasonably priced?
I need an alternative to sneakers with my custom orthodics. I can't wear sneakers to work.

A. A reputable tennis shoe with good support (leather) is always good. If you do use an orthotic (whether custom- made or store-bought), be sure to take the inlay that comes with the shoe out first.
Also, be sure to do heel stretching exercises.

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Who are some less expensive trendy designers?

Q. I am opening a low end boutique. I want a list of designers to contact. I want clothing at prices from forever 21 to free people prices. Im also interrested in shoes, purses, and jewelry. i dont want huge designers for this boutique cuz i dont think it will sell well. thank you soo much! oh and im thinking of selling house of harlow for the boutique for jewelry. so im looking for romantic styles, and also very edgy and bold. im going for a universal boutique. thanks sooo much!

A. I buy clothes at private designer sales, everyday theres a new auction and sales are up to 90%
Here are invitations
http://www.hautelook.com/invite/smacejova896
http://www.modnique.com/invite/macejova.silvia@gmail.com
http://www.ruelala.com/invite/smacejova
http://www.editorscloset.com/cust/membersignup.asp?rea=macejova.silvia@gmail.com
http://www.ivorytrunk.com/cust/membersignup.asp?rea=macejova.silvia@gmail.com

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What should one wear to a job interview to work at a 5 star hotel?

Q. My brother got a call for a job interview and he said they told him to dress appropriately as if he was to work for the hotel. He said he's gonna wear part of his tuxedo, like the white shirt, tie, black vest, slacks, and dress shoes. I thought it was a little weird that he's gonna wear a black vest, it makes it too fancy. But maybe that's how it should be. Do you think it's good or what do you recommend?

A. While men may have less variety when it comes to workplace attire, they also are subjected to more stringent definitions of what is appropriate for the office. When it comes to deciding what to wear on an important interview, in almost every situation the more conservative the suit, the better the choice. Very few men can wear suits right off the rack, and you should always take your suit to a tailor to ensure that it fits you properly before wearing it on an interview.

Navy Blue
Choose a two piece, solid colored, matched suit constructed from wool or a wool blend for your interview. Navy blue is a dark blue color. Do not wear a powder blue suit or a bright blue suit, or try to match your jacket with pants that are another color. Buy your pants and jacket together, so that you can ensure that they are exactly the same shade of navy blue. Unless you are interviewing for a job in a creative field such as graphic design, you should choose a jacket with two or three buttons. Four buttons may look too trendy and adding a vest looks ostentatious.

Charcoal Grey
Charcoal grey is a dark grey color. For men, lighter colored neutrals such as dove grey and tan are seen as too informal for a job interview. Traditionally, black suits are seen as too flashy. Even though other men in the office may be wearing these colors, you need to wait until you are actually hired before you start experimenting with your look. At an interview, you want to be remembered for your qualifications and what you say, not how you look.

What to Wear with Your Suit
Choose a full-sleeve, button up shirt in white or light blue, even if it is summer. Wear a conservative silk tie that is no less than 3 1/4 inches wide. According to Career Builder, image consultants recommend a red tie for a navy blue suit or a burgundy tie for a grey suit. If you want to wear a tie with a pattern, choose a subtle pattern. Do not wear a tie with cartoon characters on it. Wear black socks that cover your ankles, and black leather shoes with a matching belt. Carry a briefcase or portfolio with you instead of a backpack or loose papers, and remove any jewelry other than a wedding ring or watch.



Read more: The Best Color Suit for Men to Wear on Interviews | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/list_6860795_color-suit-men-wear-interviews.html#ixzz1UT7wWyKb

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Where can I find stylish shoes that will support my Plantar Fascitis feet?

Q. I wear my custom orthodics in my sneakers when possible, but I can't wear sneakers to work or less causal events. Any suggestions on where to find trendy/stylish shoes, sandals, or flats that are reasonably priced?
I need an alternative to sneakers with my custom orthodics. I can't wear sneakers to work.

A. A reputable tennis shoe with good support (leather) is always good. If you do use an orthotic (whether custom- made or store-bought), be sure to take the inlay that comes with the shoe out first.
Also, be sure to do heel stretching exercises.

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Whats the difference between skateboarding shoes and BMX shoes?

Q. I saw these pairs of awesome looking BMX shoes by DCshoes but, I'm a skater and don't BMX.
So I wanted to know, whats the difference?
Could I use the BMX shoes to skate?

A. BMX shoes generally are built to suit the protection needs for bmxing eg. stiffer sole... skate shoes are usually more trendy and have a little less padding than bmx shoes but in general aqre made to suit the needs of skateboarding.

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How an I get a more trendy "grown up" look?

Q. I am 22 years old. Normally I am in tshirts and jeans (Aeropostale etc.) I am wanting to dress more classy and less teeny-bopper. I don't have alot of money to buy tons of new things? Any good ideas on how to pull this off?

A. I would start off small and just buy nicer pieces of clothing until eventually your wardrobe will be very little t-shirts and jeans. Start off by maybe dressing up jeans with a cute pair of flats/heels, avoid wearing shirts with writing on them. If you are going for a sleek classy look, you can get away with cheaper clothes, but it is good to invest in higher quailty shoes/bags. But if you can afford to, a more expensive top or skirt won't be a bad investment. They are usually made better and will last longer.

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What do you think is more important - the quality, the pricetag or the quantity or a mix of them?

Q. When buying something.

Sometimes, I dont see the point to buy something expensive just because the quality is *slightly* better.
My mother tell me I should only buy shoes that are in real leather because they last longer and adapt to the feets, but the ones I was comparing costed double as much then the one with syntetic leather and cheaper one had a nicer color and sometimes Im not sure if I want to spurgle alot of money on it.
Lets say the cheap one were 30$ and the other one 60$, the only quality difference were the leather material. Which one would you choose with options like that? These are the shoes Im looking at:
# the 30$ (approximately), in syntetic
http://deichmann.scene7.com/is/image/deichmann/t_p_detail?$im=1143402_P&$sh=1143402_P&defaultImage=default_dsd
or # the 60$ real leather ones
http://www.scorett.se/Image/Large/Archive/Products/1032159-02.jpg

A. I am a shoe fanatic and have great respect for high quality HOWEVER I would have very few shoes if I bought only shoes of the best quality. It is a balance for me and it depends on where and how you'd wear the shoes.

Like classic black leather winter dress boots will last for years if they're the highest quality. But, if I want some red fashion booties with tassels, they don't need to be the best quality. I just want a style element for certain outfits and will probably tire of them by the time they wear out. So evening shoes which are seldom worn and my trendier shoes in bright colours and leopard print etc. are all less expensive so I can spend more on the classic black pumps and boots that are always in style and I want to last!! : }

btw, the shoes at the first link look much better to me.

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How an I get a more trendy "grown up" look?

Q. I am 22 years old. Normally I am in tshirts and jeans (Aeropostale etc.) I am wanting to dress more classy and less teeny-bopper. I don't have alot of money to buy tons of new things? Any good ideas on how to pull this off?

A. I would start off small and just buy nicer pieces of clothing until eventually your wardrobe will be very little t-shirts and jeans. Start off by maybe dressing up jeans with a cute pair of flats/heels, avoid wearing shirts with writing on them. If you are going for a sleek classy look, you can get away with cheaper clothes, but it is good to invest in higher quailty shoes/bags. But if you can afford to, a more expensive top or skirt won't be a bad investment. They are usually made better and will last longer.

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What do you think is more important - the quality, the pricetag or the quantity or a mix of them?

Q. When buying something.

Sometimes, I dont see the point to buy something expensive just because the quality is *slightly* better.
My mother tell me I should only buy shoes that are in real leather because they last longer and adapt to the feets, but the ones I was comparing costed double as much then the one with syntetic leather and cheaper one had a nicer color and sometimes Im not sure if I want to spurgle alot of money on it.
Lets say the cheap one were 30$ and the other one 60$, the only quality difference were the leather material. Which one would you choose with options like that? These are the shoes Im looking at:
# the 30$ (approximately), in syntetic
http://deichmann.scene7.com/is/image/deichmann/t_p_detail?$im=1143402_P&$sh=1143402_P&defaultImage=default_dsd
or # the 60$ real leather ones
http://www.scorett.se/Image/Large/Archive/Products/1032159-02.jpg

A. I am a shoe fanatic and have great respect for high quality HOWEVER I would have very few shoes if I bought only shoes of the best quality. It is a balance for me and it depends on where and how you'd wear the shoes.

Like classic black leather winter dress boots will last for years if they're the highest quality. But, if I want some red fashion booties with tassels, they don't need to be the best quality. I just want a style element for certain outfits and will probably tire of them by the time they wear out. So evening shoes which are seldom worn and my trendier shoes in bright colours and leopard print etc. are all less expensive so I can spend more on the classic black pumps and boots that are always in style and I want to last!! : }

btw, the shoes at the first link look much better to me.

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Where can I find stylish shoes that will support my Plantar Fascitis feet?

Q. I wear my custom orthodics in my sneakers when possible, but I can't wear sneakers to work or less causal events. Any suggestions on where to find trendy/stylish shoes, sandals, or flats that are reasonably priced?
I need an alternative to sneakers with my custom orthodics. I can't wear sneakers to work.

A. A reputable tennis shoe with good support (leather) is always good. If you do use an orthotic (whether custom- made or store-bought), be sure to take the inlay that comes with the shoe out first.
Also, be sure to do heel stretching exercises.

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Whats the difference between skateboarding shoes and BMX shoes?

Q. I saw these pairs of awesome looking BMX shoes by DCshoes but, I'm a skater and don't BMX.
So I wanted to know, whats the difference?
Could I use the BMX shoes to skate?

A. BMX shoes generally are built to suit the protection needs for bmxing eg. stiffer sole... skate shoes are usually more trendy and have a little less padding than bmx shoes but in general aqre made to suit the needs of skateboarding.

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How an I get a more trendy "grown up" look?

Q. I am 22 years old. Normally I am in tshirts and jeans (Aeropostale etc.) I am wanting to dress more classy and less teeny-bopper. I don't have alot of money to buy tons of new things? Any good ideas on how to pull this off?

A. I would start off small and just buy nicer pieces of clothing until eventually your wardrobe will be very little t-shirts and jeans. Start off by maybe dressing up jeans with a cute pair of flats/heels, avoid wearing shirts with writing on them. If you are going for a sleek classy look, you can get away with cheaper clothes, but it is good to invest in higher quailty shoes/bags. But if you can afford to, a more expensive top or skirt won't be a bad investment. They are usually made better and will last longer.

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What do you think is more important - the quality, the pricetag or the quantity or a mix of them?

Q. When buying something.

Sometimes, I dont see the point to buy something expensive just because the quality is *slightly* better.
My mother tell me I should only buy shoes that are in real leather because they last longer and adapt to the feets, but the ones I was comparing costed double as much then the one with syntetic leather and cheaper one had a nicer color and sometimes Im not sure if I want to spurgle alot of money on it.
Lets say the cheap one were 30$ and the other one 60$, the only quality difference were the leather material. Which one would you choose with options like that? These are the shoes Im looking at:
# the 30$ (approximately), in syntetic
http://deichmann.scene7.com/is/image/deichmann/t_p_detail?$im=1143402_P&$sh=1143402_P&defaultImage=default_dsd
or # the 60$ real leather ones
http://www.scorett.se/Image/Large/Archive/Products/1032159-02.jpg

A. I am a shoe fanatic and have great respect for high quality HOWEVER I would have very few shoes if I bought only shoes of the best quality. It is a balance for me and it depends on where and how you'd wear the shoes.

Like classic black leather winter dress boots will last for years if they're the highest quality. But, if I want some red fashion booties with tassels, they don't need to be the best quality. I just want a style element for certain outfits and will probably tire of them by the time they wear out. So evening shoes which are seldom worn and my trendier shoes in bright colours and leopard print etc. are all less expensive so I can spend more on the classic black pumps and boots that are always in style and I want to last!! : }

btw, the shoes at the first link look much better to me.

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Where can I buy a trendy, good- quality pair of shoes for a good price?

Q. I really need new shoes, but I can't spend a lot of money on them. Ideally, I only want to spend $60 or less. But I want stylish, trendy shoes, that will hold up well if I wear them every day. I'm not opposed to buying online, but I'd rather not. So what stores do you think I should look at? What kind of shoes should I get. Pics would be really helpful! Thanks!

A. I try to find the best place for you to buy a trendy shoes.
http://www.nike2nike.com/Nike-air-max2010-shoes-c-2155.html
The prices are good ,high quality and maybe FREE Shipping.

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Where can I find stylish shoes that will support my Plantar Fascitis feet?

Q. I wear my custom orthodics in my sneakers when possible, but I can't wear sneakers to work or less causal events. Any suggestions on where to find trendy/stylish shoes, sandals, or flats that are reasonably priced?
I need an alternative to sneakers with my custom orthodics. I can't wear sneakers to work.

A. A reputable tennis shoe with good support (leather) is always good. If you do use an orthotic (whether custom- made or store-bought), be sure to take the inlay that comes with the shoe out first.
Also, be sure to do heel stretching exercises.

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Where can I find stylish shoes that will support my Plantar Fascitis feet?

Q. I wear my custom orthodics in my sneakers when possible, but I can't wear sneakers to work or less causal events. Any suggestions on where to find trendy/stylish shoes, sandals, or flats that are reasonably priced?
I need an alternative to sneakers with my custom orthodics. I can't wear sneakers to work.

A. A reputable tennis shoe with good support (leather) is always good. If you do use an orthotic (whether custom- made or store-bought), be sure to take the inlay that comes with the shoe out first.
Also, be sure to do heel stretching exercises.

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Whats the difference between skateboarding shoes and BMX shoes?

Q. I saw these pairs of awesome looking BMX shoes by DCshoes but, I'm a skater and don't BMX.
So I wanted to know, whats the difference?
Could I use the BMX shoes to skate?

A. BMX shoes generally are built to suit the protection needs for bmxing eg. stiffer sole... skate shoes are usually more trendy and have a little less padding than bmx shoes but in general aqre made to suit the needs of skateboarding.

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How do I open up my own skateboard line?

Q. I want to make my own line of skateboard clothing, shoes, decks, and skateboard assesories. i have my ideas alrwady, but how do I put my ideas out there, or get my ideas made? Like how did quicksilver get their start? Element, independant, or flip? I just want some way to get my designs out without becoming a phenominal skater? I know i put this in local business but i don't know where else it goes. However I want more than local. Anyway, please help!

A. Following is a lengthy history of the development of Quiksilver, if you would like to look or a great business model in your industry of interest:

Company History:

A celebrated name among surfers across the globe, Quiksilver, Inc. designs and distributes casual sportswear, beachwear, and snowboard wear, marketing its apparel under the Quiksilver, Roxy, Private Surf, Que, and Raisin labels. Although Quiksilver produced a broad range of apparel items for several distinct types of customers during the mid-1990s, the company's chief focus has been setting fashion trends for surfers. Founded by two young American surfers in 1976, Quicksilver recorded enviable success with its boardshorts, swimsuits, and other surfing apparel and accessories during its first decade of business. Encouraged by this success, the company's management diversified into other types of active wear during the 1980s and began selling merchandise through department stores, rather than dealing exclusively with smaller specialty shops. The maturation of the narrowly focused start-up company developed it into a multi-faceted corporation that reigned as a market leader during the 1990s.

Origins

The Quiksilver name first appeared in the United States thanks to the entrepreneurial efforts of two inveterate surfers, Robert B. McKnight and Jeffrey Hakman. Hakman was the more accomplished surfer of the two, having won several international surfing championships, but McKnight shared an equal passion for the sport and its attendant lifestyle. Born and raised in Pasadena, California, McKnight graduated from the University of Southern California with a degree in business in 1976, the year he decided to move to Oahu, Hawaii, and spend his days surfing on the island's world renowned north shore. While on Oahu McKnight renewed his friendship with Hakman and together the two surfing addicts discussed their desire to start a business that could finance their days on the beach. They decided to try to get the licensing rights for Quiksilver, a six year-old company based in Torquay, Australia, where it was founded by two surfers, Alan Greene and John Law.

For McKnight and Hakman, obtaining the licensing rights to Quiksilver represented a perfect opportunity to turn their favorite pastime into a vocation. The company's boardshorts and swimsuits, which were tight-fitting and outfitted with velcro straps, were quickly becoming the rage among surfers in Australia, turning the Quiksilver brand name into a highly coveted, trendy label. McKnight and Hakman hoped to achieve commensurate success with the Quiksilver name in the United States, but neither of the two aspiring entrepreneurs thought of creating a beach wear apparel empire, particularly McKnight, whose business intentions were modest. Reflecting on his entry into the business world, McKnight explained, "I thought I could make a few shorts and stay near the beach and party." Despite his less than grandiose plans, McKnight soon found himself guiding the fortunes of a rapidly growing, flourishing enterprise. "I never thought the business would fail," McKnight remembered, "I just didn't expect it to get so big so quickly."

McKnight and Hakman's surprising success with the Quiksilver brand name began in April of 1976, when Hakman entered a surfing competition in Australia. Hakman won the event, and as luck would have it, he met Greene and Law and sat up all night with Quiksilver's owners eating, drinking champagne, and discussing the possibility of securing the U.S. licensing rights to the Quicksilver name. After plates of food and bottles of champagne, Greene and Law agreed to sell Quiksilver's U.S. rights to McKnight and Hakman on one condition, a unique proviso that became the first obstacle the two Americans had to hurdle in order to launch themselves into business. The duty of fulfilling Greene and Law's demand fell solely to Hakman; McKnight, back in Hawaii, could be of no assistance. Greene and Law informed Hakman that they would agree to the proposal provided Hakman ate the large paper doily under his plate, which Hakman promptly did. After swallowing the plate-sized piece of paper, Hakman shook hands with Greene and Law and placed a call to Oahu to tell McKnight of the good news.

McKnight, who spearheaded the business end of the venture, offered the specifics of the proposal to Greene and Law. McKnight and Hakman invested no money, but agreed to pay a royalty of one percent of sales for three years, which jumped to three percent after three years, and an additional one percent of sales to support international promotions. Next, McKnight hurried to secure the capital required to launch the business. He returned to California and asked his father, who was a sporting goods importer, to lend him $20,000 to finance a production run of Quicksilver apparel. McKnight's father agreed, and a few months after Hakman's all-nighter with Quicksilver's Australian owners, the two young Americans were ready to start production for their new company, Quiksilver U.S.A.

McKnight and Hakman debuted their first line of apparel in the summer of 1976. They bought some fabric on credit and manufactured 600 pairs of boardshorts, featuring six separate designs, for their first season. The two entrepreneurs then took their boardshorts, which were priced higher but were more colorful than similar merchandise produced by established rivals Ocean Pacific and Hang Ten, and peddled them to three surf shops in Southern California. With their product distributed, all McKnight and Hakman could do was wait and see if they had made a prudent move. In nine days, the 600 pairs of boardshorts were nowhere to be found on the shelves and racks of the three surf shops, having sold out with encouraging speed.

Several years after their remarkably successful inaugural year of business, McKnight and Hakman found themselves surrounded by a wealth of new competitors, as start-up company after start-up company entered the active beach wear industry. The influx of new competition created a contentious marketing environment for companies like Quiksilver, but McKnight and Hakman kept their operation lean, eschewing debt, and remained tightly focused on producing the type of merchandise that first launched them toward success. Describing this period in the company's history, McKnight noted, "While everyone else was making swimwear, we were setting the standard for surfwear," an approach that would hold Quiksilver in good stead in the decades ahead. "We've been successful," McKnight went on to explain, "because our philosophy has always been to bring the image off the beach and into the stores. Since we were all surfers, we knew what kids wanted."

1980s Expansion

McKnight's commitment to his business strategy successfully carried Quiksilver through its fledgling years, creating a firmly established company by the beginning of the 1980s. The 1980s witnessed a host of sweeping changes that reshaped Quiksilver as it maneuvered through its corporate adolescence, beginning in 1981 when Hakman exited the business, leaving on amicable terms with McKnight to return to Australia and surf. Four years later, a turning point in Quiksilver's history occurred when McKnight took Quiksilver to the next plateau of the retail apparel business and began distributing Quiksilver merchandise to department stores.

The foray into the retail mainstream began gradually and conservatively, manifesting two defining characteristics of Quicksilver's development during its first decade. The move into department stores marked the beginning of the company's evolution into a more sophisticated enterprise. As the 1980s progressed, Quiksilver became more than a business whose chief objective was to finance McKnight's surfing and partying at the beach. A full-fledged corporation was in the making, propelling Quiksilver's growth forward at a substantially faster pace and engendering the attendant pitfalls of rapid growth.

Following McKnight's decision to expand Quicksilver, the company celebrated the conclusion of its first decade of business by completing its initial public offering of stock in December 1986, when annual sales were up to $19 million and the stock market was receptive to small-sized companies like Quiksilver. McKnight and his minority partners sold 50 percent of the company to the public, raising $16 million to bolster Quiksilver's financial foundation as it developed its department store business. With the proceeds gained from the public offering, McKnight bought the Quiksilver trademark for the United States and Mexico, paid off all the company's short- and long-term debts, and expanded Quiksilver's line of production runs in preparation for greater department store business. From 1986 the company operated under the name Quiksilver, Inc.

As Quiksilver intensified its involvement with department stores, eventually distributing its merchandise to retailers such as Macy's, Marshall Fields, Dayton Hudson, and the Dillard Group, McKnight decided to a bring in someone with greater experience in dealing with department stores. In July of 1987, McKnight hired John C. Warner, who at the time was senior vice-president and general merchandising manager of Macy's Department Stores' Denver operation. Initially, Warner was hired as head of sales, but he quickly proved to be a tremendous asset and seven months after joining the company was named chairman and chief executive officer of Quiksilver.

With Warner occupying the two top managerial posts and McKnight serving as president, Quicksilver moved headlong into fostering the growth of its department store business. Sales in 1987 amounted to $30 million and shot up the following year to $48.3 million, while earnings rose to $3.7 million. Sales to department stores made up 40 percent of Quiksilver's $48.3 million in sales in 1988, and offered tangible evidence that the company had made commendable progress into the retail mainstream. The company's range of merchandise had expanded substantially as well, growing well beyond the original line of six styles of boardshorts. Once the sole source of revenue for the company, boardshorts by the late 1980s accounted for only 18 percent of total annual sales, while the balance was derived from a host of different apparel items. T-shirts accounted for 15 percent of total sales, shirts 11 percent, pants 12 percent, fleece wear 9 percent, walking shorts 27 percent, jackets 4 percent, and surfing accessories another 4 percent.

In addition to these products, the company was also moving beyond purely surfing-related merchandise, diversifying its business as the strength of the Quiksilver brand name increased. In 1988, the company introduced six skiwear designs, offering the same number of styles as it had 12 years earlier with boardshorts. The initial success of the skiwear line nearly matched the initial success of the boardshort line, selling out in five weeks and grossing $500,000.

The growing spectrum of Quiksilver products appeared in roughly 2,000 stores nationwide during the late 1980s, including in the original three surf shops that purchased the company's first line of boardshorts in 1976. Fueled by this vast distribution system, annual sales leaped from the $48 million registered in 1989 to more than $70 million in 1989. By this point, when sales to department stores accounted for nearly 50 percent of total sales, some industry observers predicted that the company would become too big and low-price retailers would begin selling their merchandise, a development that would erode profitability and potentially tarnish the appeal of the Quiksilver name to the hard-core surfing set. Aware of the problem, Warner confided to a California Business reporter in 1989, "We have no illusions that our growth as Quiksilver in our existing businesses is limited somewhat down the road, but we want to continue growing and will do so by acquisition, start-up, or licensing."

1990s Diversification

As the company entered the 1990s, it continued to record robust sales gains. Sales in 1990 neared the $100 million mark, fueled by the continued success of the company's traditional line of surfing apparel, but the early years of the decade signalled a disruption in Quiksilver's rousing 1980s rise. Two trends emerged during the early 1990s, both of which negatively affected Quiksilver. First, a nationwide economic recession developed, sending many retailers reeling, particularly the large department stores that accounted for the bulk of Quiksilver's business. To combat the recession, department stores reduced the amount of square footage devoted to selling young men's apparel among other things, which caused Quiksilver's sales to dip. Exacerbating this development was the growing popularity of the "grunge" look during the early 1990s, a fashion style that embraced muted, earthy hues rather than the flashy, colorful styles that had predicated Quiksilver's popularity during the 1980s. As a result, Quiksilver's neon boardshorts were no longer the rage of the day, and the company began to suffer.

To beat back the effects of the recession and changing fashion tastes, Quiksilver diversified its apparel lines and re-focused its efforts toward selling to specialty stores. In 1991, the company acquired Na Pali, S.A., the European licensee of the Quiksilver brand in Europe, and established a subsidiary headquartered in France to design and produce Quiksilver apparel for all countries in Western Europe. By the mid-1990s, Quiksilver was collecting more than 30 percent of its total annual revenues from its European operation, a definite contribution to the company's resurgence by the middle part of the decade. Help came from elsewhere as well, including the company's foray into producing snowboard clothing and its entrance into the market for women's sportswear. Women's sportswear became a key facet of Quiksilver's business following the company's November 1993 acquisition of The Raisin Company, Inc., a manufacturer of women's swimwear and sportswear. Aided by the addition of a strong European business, a return to the specialty and surf shops, and the expansion of its apparel lines, Quiksilver survived the recession and stood firmly positioned as a market leader by the mid-1990s.

During the mid-1990s, Quiksilver derived roughly 40 percent of total revenues from surf shops and nearly 45 percent from specialty shops. After building its department store business significantly during the latter half of the 1980s, the company had largely abandoned these retailers by the mid-1990s, deriving less than 15 percent of total sales from department stores. This shift back to the company's roots was perceived as a positive step by a number of industry analysts, as was the company's encouraging financial growth. Between 1992 and 1995, annual net income rose from $371,000 to more than $10 million, while sales leaped from $89 million to $172 million. As the company prepared for the late 1990s in the wake of this robust growth, expectations were high, fueling confidence that years ahead would strengthen Quiksilver's market position as a dominant force.

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Who are some less expensive trendy designers?

Q. I am opening a low end boutique. I want a list of designers to contact. I want clothing at prices from forever 21 to free people prices. Im also interrested in shoes, purses, and jewelry. i dont want huge designers for this boutique cuz i dont think it will sell well. thank you soo much! oh and im thinking of selling house of harlow for the boutique for jewelry. so im looking for romantic styles, and also very edgy and bold. im going for a universal boutique. thanks sooo much!

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What do you think is more important - the quality, the pricetag or the quantity or a mix of them?

Q. When buying something.

Sometimes, I dont see the point to buy something expensive just because the quality is *slightly* better.
My mother tell me I should only buy shoes that are in real leather because they last longer and adapt to the feets, but the ones I was comparing costed double as much then the one with syntetic leather and cheaper one had a nicer color and sometimes Im not sure if I want to spurgle alot of money on it.
Lets say the cheap one were 30$ and the other one 60$, the only quality difference were the leather material. Which one would you choose with options like that? These are the shoes Im looking at:
# the 30$ (approximately), in syntetic
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A. I am a shoe fanatic and have great respect for high quality HOWEVER I would have very few shoes if I bought only shoes of the best quality. It is a balance for me and it depends on where and how you'd wear the shoes.

Like classic black leather winter dress boots will last for years if they're the highest quality. But, if I want some red fashion booties with tassels, they don't need to be the best quality. I just want a style element for certain outfits and will probably tire of them by the time they wear out. So evening shoes which are seldom worn and my trendier shoes in bright colours and leopard print etc. are all less expensive so I can spend more on the classic black pumps and boots that are always in style and I want to last!! : }

btw, the shoes at the first link look much better to me.

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How much do clothes and shoes cost in China?

Q. I am going on a trip to China and I just wanted to know from anyone who has been there or knows, how much the clothes and shoes cost? I am talking about fashionable trendy stuff that is not expensive. I would like to work out roughly how much to carry for such. Oh and if any one can give ideas of which places are best to shop for cheap stuff. I'll be going to Beijing.

A. Almost everything is China is cheap, but since you're a foreigner, you're going to get a price that has been jacked up A LOT. But, still cheap compared to the USA and stuff. If you wear a bigger size (bigger than around a 4) or you're taller than like 5'6'' you'll have some trouble finding clothes, and shoes wise, the biggest size they have is usually like a 39ish (8.5). But the quality might not be great, but I got a pair of really cute flats for like 5rmb (less than $1usd).

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What should one wear to a job interview to work at a 5 star hotel?

Q. My brother got a call for a job interview and he said they told him to dress appropriately as if he was to work for the hotel. He said he's gonna wear part of his tuxedo, like the white shirt, tie, black vest, slacks, and dress shoes. I thought it was a little weird that he's gonna wear a black vest, it makes it too fancy. But maybe that's how it should be. Do you think it's good or what do you recommend?

A. While men may have less variety when it comes to workplace attire, they also are subjected to more stringent definitions of what is appropriate for the office. When it comes to deciding what to wear on an important interview, in almost every situation the more conservative the suit, the better the choice. Very few men can wear suits right off the rack, and you should always take your suit to a tailor to ensure that it fits you properly before wearing it on an interview.

Navy Blue
Choose a two piece, solid colored, matched suit constructed from wool or a wool blend for your interview. Navy blue is a dark blue color. Do not wear a powder blue suit or a bright blue suit, or try to match your jacket with pants that are another color. Buy your pants and jacket together, so that you can ensure that they are exactly the same shade of navy blue. Unless you are interviewing for a job in a creative field such as graphic design, you should choose a jacket with two or three buttons. Four buttons may look too trendy and adding a vest looks ostentatious.

Charcoal Grey
Charcoal grey is a dark grey color. For men, lighter colored neutrals such as dove grey and tan are seen as too informal for a job interview. Traditionally, black suits are seen as too flashy. Even though other men in the office may be wearing these colors, you need to wait until you are actually hired before you start experimenting with your look. At an interview, you want to be remembered for your qualifications and what you say, not how you look.

What to Wear with Your Suit
Choose a full-sleeve, button up shirt in white or light blue, even if it is summer. Wear a conservative silk tie that is no less than 3 1/4 inches wide. According to Career Builder, image consultants recommend a red tie for a navy blue suit or a burgundy tie for a grey suit. If you want to wear a tie with a pattern, choose a subtle pattern. Do not wear a tie with cartoon characters on it. Wear black socks that cover your ankles, and black leather shoes with a matching belt. Carry a briefcase or portfolio with you instead of a backpack or loose papers, and remove any jewelry other than a wedding ring or watch.



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How can I completely change my clothing style?

Q. I always wear jeans, tee shirt, tennis shoes, and a sweatshirt. Occasionally, I'll get dressier. What I'm asking is how I can go from tee, jeans, and sweatshirt to more fashionable. I'm in high school so there is a budget, so nothing crazy please. Also, I want a variety of styles. Not just girly or boho, a selection, variety. Also, if you could list the stores were I could find the items that would be helpful or maybe where you shop. Thank you.

A. Try Toms instead of sneakers. They're still comfy but also can be dressed up or down. DIY your t-shirts with cut-outs and crop them if you want something a little more fun (you don't have to crop them really high!). Last throw in colored skinny jeans (Forever 21 has tons ranging in price from $15.80-$29.80 so they're affordable). Instead of a regular sweatshirt try an oversized sweater or a Brandy Melville-esque sweatshirt (it doesn't have to be brandy just the oversized style they have). To all of these you can add some fun necklaces and earrings to keep them casual but still less plain. A denim shirt is also a good, trendy, affordable piece that you could throw over a dress or a t-shirt to add a little extra to your outfit. Also a good circle skirt would be a good addition because you can tuck your t-shirts into them (I do it all the time) to be casual but also dressy at the same time.

I hope this helped!

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