Shoes

Sly Fox: Animal Responsible For Theft Of 100 Shoes

Reuters | Dave Graham | Posted 07.16.2009 | Style


A fox has been unmasked as the mystery thief of more than 100 shoes in the small western German town of Foehren, authorities said Friday....

Treating and Avoiding a Common Condition in Runners

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 07.13.2009 | Living


Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

As running season quickly approaches, a number of runners may find themselves feeling pain in one of their hips following frequent training or exercise regimens. The pain is often caused by a common injury in runners called iliotibial band syndrome.

The Sisterhood of Women with Big Feet

Jane Barowitz | Posted 07.12.2009 | Style


Jane Barowitz

"Yer feets too big!" Fats Waller bellows in his 1939 classic, "from your ankles up, I say you sure are sweet, from there down, there's just too much feet." Is this funny? I can't tell; but it has staying power.

Norah O'Donnell's Shoes: The MSNBC Anchor Reveals What She's Wearing Under The Desk (SLIDESHOW)

Huffington Post | Hilary Moss | Posted 07.11.2009 | Style


MSNBC's Chief Washington, D.C. Correspondent Norah O'Donnell is always kept on her toes, whether she's covering Capitol Hill news for the cable networ...

Obama Shoe Photo Seen As "Insult" By Some Israelis

Huffington Post | Susan Crile | Posted 07.11.2009 | Politics


A photograph of President Obama has caused some controversy in Israel. White House photographer Pete Sousa on Monday snapped a photo of the presiden...

Big Shoes To Fill

Gioia Diliberto | Posted 07.11.2009 | Style


Gioia Diliberto

Skyscraper stilettos, platforms as thick as bricks, straps winding up the leg, caged insteps and vamps bulging with elaborate hardware are all the rage.

Hightailing Travel With Your Pet

Wendy Diamond | Posted 07.10.2009 | Living


Wendy Diamond

Considering the "ruff" economic climate, you can travel the furry and frugal way! Bone voyage!

Chuck Taylor? Adidas? Keds? How Your Sneakers Got Their Names

Wall Street Journal | Ethan Trex | Posted 07.10.2009 | Style


We all know that Nike is named after the Greek goddess of victory, and the origin of "Air Jordan" is hardly obscure, but where did some other famous s...

Leave Your Germs at the Door

Lisa Sharkey | Posted 07.06.2009 | Green


Lisa Sharkey

Quite often people ask me how much more it costs to "go green." And often my answer is that rather than spending money, there are free ways to go green that actually save you money.

Best Idea Ever? Flat Shoe Vending Machines

Huffington Post | Posted 06.29.2009 | Style


A great night out grooving on the dance floor can result in sore soles and a throbbing tumble out the door. Two British companies are capitalizing on ...

The Barefoot Alternative: Vibram Five Fingers Shoes

Tim Ferriss | Posted 06.25.2009 | Style


Tim Ferriss

In the concrete jungle, glass and other dangers make going Bushman a roll of the dice at best. Tetanus or a trip to the ER? I'll pass. I will however, wear my Vibram five fingers shoes.

Sole Mates

Jerry Zezima | Posted 06.18.2009 | Living


Jerry Zezima

She said that most men don't understand why women love to pamper themselves by getting pedicures, adding: "Usually, guys pamper themselves by buying more expensive beer."

When Your Feet Hurt, Everything Hurts. Ouch!

Dr. Steve Rosenberg | Posted 05.16.2009 | Living


Dr. Steve Rosenberg

Standing on hard floor surfaces such as concrete, marble and tile floors for long periods of time in your work environment or at home can take a terrible toll on your feet physically.

YSL's Spring Shoe Collection: I Know Why The Caged Foot Sings

Beth Lapides | Posted 05.07.2009 | Style


Beth Lapides

I'm wildly open to extreme fashion, in fact I long to live in a khaki free, T-shirtless, eccentrically dressed world, but this shoe set off all kinds of alarms for me.

If the Shoe Fits Buy It! ...If It Doesn't Fit, Should You Buy It?

Dr. Steve Rosenberg | Posted 04.27.2009 | Living


Dr. Steve Rosenberg

Buying comfortable shoes that are your size, "hot", and fit like a glove is not an easy task. There is always a trade off, but if the shoe fits, buy it!

Size Five Shoe Phaseout

Suzette Standring | Posted 04.25.2009 | Style


Suzette Standring

Some things - oversized shoulder pads and Speedos - should face extinction. But size 5 shoes? My sole cries out at the injustice.

Four Spring Shoes Under $40, And Payless Is Officially Cool

Michelle Madhok | Posted 04.23.2009 | Style


Michelle Madhok

We've been quite impressed with Payless lately, and their spring lines are no exception. We went through their spring arrivals to find these lovely pairs of shoes - all under $40.

Why Washington Loves Flats

Karin Tanabe | Posted 04.17.2009 | Style


Karin Tanabe

It may be surprising, or admirable, to some that our first lady is greeting dignitaries in a flat, but if you live in Washington, you know that they are the city's official footwear.

What Uggs Say About The Economy

The Big Money | Martha C. White | Posted 03.05.2009 | Business


Most luxury shoe brands are privately held and keep their numbers close to the vest, but high-end department store numbers provide a reliable glimpse ...

And A Naughty Monkey Shall Lead Them: Upcoming RNC Palin Wardrobe Auction?

Chris Weigant | Posted 02.28.2009 | Politics


Chris Weigant

Don't be too surprised if Palin memorabilia becomes a "Republican stimulus package," so to speak.

Out Of Line: Shoo Bush

Mort Gerberg | Posted 02.19.2009 | Politics


Mort Gerberg

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Planes, Presidents, and the Big Apple

Giles Slade | Posted 02.17.2009 | Politics


Giles Slade

Politicians are mainly now-guys, welded to the present, forced to react to the remorseless wheel of change with little time to see bigger pictures.

Oh Christmas Shoe - Oh Christmas Shoe.

Michael DeJong | Posted 01.22.2009 | Style


Michael DeJong

In the Netherlands as it is customary, if shoes are properly placed out for Santa and filled with the goodies he enjoys most, I'm certain he'd fill all of them, big or small.

Shoe Hurled At Bush Flies Off The Shelf

Bloomberg | Posted 01.20.2009 | Business


Dec. 19 (Bloomberg) -- The shoe hurled at President George W. Bush has sent sales soaring at the Turkish maker as orders pour in from Iraq, the U.S. a...

My 2008 "McLaughlin Awards" [Part 1]

Chris Weigant | Posted 01.19.2009 | Politics


Chris Weigant

Welcome to our annual awards! For the past three years, this column has paid homage (translation: "ripped off their gimmick") to the McLaughlin Group...