It used to be that if you wanted a new pair of shoes, you trudged off to a department or shoe store; tried on several pairs; settled on one (or a dozen), and took your purchases home with you that day.
Lately, more and more people are breaking with tradition, and buying shoes online. In part, I believe this is because we've become more busy, but mostly I think that it's because we now have access to brands, designers, styles and sizes that we were not able to find in our local shoe stores.
If you feel the need for a women's size 14, extra-narrow, red pump with a 3 inch heel, chances are, you can find it at one of the many online shoe stores such us:
But all online shoe stores are not created equal. Here is some advice for buying shoes online.
Shipping Charges: The Added Cost of Buying Shoes Online
If possible, try to find out shipping charges before spending a lot of time adding items to your cart. You may think you're getting a great deal on all those shoes, but if shipping is too high, you might ending paying a lot more than you anticipated. This is especially true if you are ordering from a country other than the one you reside in.
Many online shoe stores offer free shipping, which is great. But do a few price comparisons before you buy. Occasionally, you'll find a better price at an online shoe store that charges a reasonable rate for shipping, and still come out ahead.
Returns/Exchanges - Know the Policies in Advance
Another hugely important element to buying shoes online is having the ability to return or exchange them if have a defect, don't fit, or just don't look the way you thought they would.
While most online shoe stores will offer some kind of return policy, don't take it for granted. Know before checking out that you'll be able to return the "new condition" shoes for any reason.
Of course, if you're willing to take a chance on a deeply discounted pair of shoes, you might decide to buy without a return policy. But you still need to know what your return and exchange options are before buying.
Also, find out in advance whether or not you'll have to pay the return shipping fees if you do need to make a return or exchange.
Need Your Shoes in a Hurry? Check Shipping Times
If you absolutely, most certainly, must have a particular pair of shoes by a certain date, I strongly recommend buying them in person, or ordering them far enough in advance that you have other options if your shoes don't ship in time.
This is not some hidden code implying that online shoe stores don't ship in a timely fashion. In fact, most of the shoes purchases I've made online have arrived in record time, but why take any chances?
Again, know the shipping policies of the online shoe store you're dealing with, and check to see if the item you're ordering is actually in stock. If it is back ordered, this could add weeks to your delivery time.
As long as you deal with reputable online shoe stores and pay attention to the details mentioned above, buying shoes online is a great way to save time and money; and to give yourself the most options when shopping for footwear.
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Air Jordan 1 & 23 Classics Xq Pack China Exclusive
A lot of pictures have already hit the internet of the Air Jordan Retro 1 Xq, which is said to be a China exclusive and with these new pictures I truly believe this information is accurate. Also, I heard that the Air Jordan 23 Classic would be apart of this release, and now it has been confirmed with new pictures. Both pairs are being called “Olympics” and “All Star Editions”, but which one is it has not been confirmed. Also, we have some pictures of a Hat and messenger bag which will release along with the Air Jordan Xq pack. Via Kenlu.
Allen Iversons first shoe with Reebok
This is Allen Iversons first shoe with Reebok and it is being released in 2 new colorways for his new team. These shoes should hit the stores anytime soon if not now.
Air Jordan Giveaway
The good news is that there is reason to be happy if you were not fortunate enough to get a pair or had a few rent checks to drop on a pair of shoes. Complex Magazine teamed up with Jordan Brand to do an exclusive giveaway of the package.
All you need to do is logon at Complex, fill out this form, and pray. One lucky winner will score the easiest heat pickup of all time.
adidas sneakers with nba teams logos
Nice Kicks was the first sneaker news site to give you a preview of the NBA Superstars in July when we had shots of the Chicago Bulls and San Antonio Spurs Superstars. Now, we finally have pics of ALL 30 NBA Superstars!
Something interesting that Adidas did is that they made 6 upper styles of Superstars, with 5 teams per style. The 6 uppers used are suede, reflective which has reflective stripes, reptile skin, team logo graphic which has a huge logo, team logo with clear stripes so you can see the entire logo, and finally embossed logos.
We have higher resolution pics so be sure that you check out all the extra pics and tell us what you think. These are dropping in Spring 2007.
Jack’s Surfboards and Nike SB have teamed up to make a special limited edition sneaker. Jack’s Surfboard celebrates their 50th Anniversary in 2007, and Nike SB will release a golden prize Air Classic SB. The shoes feature a full shiny metallic gold base, and 1957 is seen on the insoles. Jack’s Surfboards also has collabo’s with other companies for the 50 years of business success. Currently we don’t have any exact info on when these will release, but they should be available sometime in August. via ISS
At the beginning of the 2007 NBA Playoffs for the Miami Heat. Dwayne Wade revealed his limited edition Converse Wade 2.0. Dwayne Wade Shoes come in a black/yellow stitching color way. Converse is re-launching the “All In” ad campaign to celebrate basketball, team work, and these Converse Wade 2.0 shoes. Wade revealed his last playoff edition shoe the year he took the Heat to the finals. We will see if it works out for them again this year.
Adidas Decade Low
Overkill has just received the Adidas Decade Low seen above. Full of bright pastel colors on a black leather base, the shoe is very eye-catching and looks great. The shoe features a red sole and blue contrast stitching on the midsole and upper that ties the shoe together. Although Adidas shoes are usually simple these really stand out with the firework design and will be great for the summer.
New Nike Cortez colorwayz
Nike Cortez is one of the few Nike shoes that have been around for years; many are not even aware that next year the Cortez sneakers will be 40 years old. Therefore it is no suprise that there is a huge community of Nike Cortez sneaker lovers. Anyway….. I just wanted to let you all know that the colorways seen above can be found in at a shoe store near you, including many online stores as well such us Zappos.com. Enjoy!
Nike suspends release of Vick shoes
Michael Vick's legal troubles prompted Nike on Thursday to suspend the release of its latest product line named after the Atlanta Falcons quarterback.
Nike has told retailers it will not release a fifth signature shoe, the Air Zoom Vick V, this summer. Stoyer said the four shoe products and three shirts that currently bear Vick's name will remain in stores.
Vick will be arraigned next week in a Richmond, Va., federal courtroom on charges of sponsoring a gruesome dogfighting operation.
Nike spokesman Dean Stoyer said the company still has a standing contract with Vick but declined to speculate on his future with Nike.
