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Nordstrom 50% off shoe clearance

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Like March Madness, we wait in great anticipation for the big shoe sale at Nordstrom, going on now.

unnamedIt’s retail in its purest state. Mark ’em down and move ’em out.

Women’s and men’s shoes are deeply discounted at your nearest Nordstrom and online. In keeping with the tradition of Nordstrom Nice, shipping and returns are free.

A few tantalizing tidbits: Dansko rainbow-hued professional clogs, kicked from $134.95 to $64.47; Tory Burch’s adorable black-and-red color-blocked Churchill sneaker, originally priced at $185, now a mere $92.49; and Stuart Weitzman’s super sexy surreal sandal, a far less painful splurge at $292.49, half off the previous tab of $585.

Selection is limited. So if you wear a popular size, put on your running shoes and shop.

Happy feet in Barefooters

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0Going barefoot is an everyday pleasure. Until stepping on a rock, a pin or an errant Barbie shoe shatters your bliss.

Barefooters are an anatomically engineered shoe designed to feel great. These very casual, somewhat industrial looking looking pull-ons are made in Italy from shock- absorbing, extremely flexible and antimicrobial CorksiLite™, an all-natural blend of cork and silicone. You can even see tiny flecks of brown cork interspersed with the colorful silicone.

So what does that mean? Breathable comfort. No more blisters. And, uh, your feet won’t get sweaty and stinky.

imagesBarefooters’ unique Oooaaahs™ insoles are nicely padded with reflexology pods, which gently massage the pressure points of weary feet while you walk. Barefooters makes shoes for men and women, lots of colors, full range of sizes.

Don’t worry if they get muddy while you are gardening or hiking. Like your feet, Barefooters are washable. In fact, the shoes are easier to wash than your feet because you can toss them in the washing machine. Or just spritz them with the hose while you are rinsing off your real tootsies.

You can find Barefooters in stores in the northern United States and Canada or online at  such footwear purveyors as Footsmart, Shoebuy and Planetshoes. MSRP is $99 a pair but you can find discounts that vary by retailer.

 

Your shoes have a pal in KIWI

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My dad’s big, wooden shoeshine kit always contained a few tins of KIWI. Dad was born in 1928 — and KIWI already had been around for more than 20 years, keeping shoes shined and supple since 1906.

This fall, I will keep my suede shoes and boots looking fit with KIWI Suede & Nubuck Protector. (Fashion watchers, I ask you: how come suede is in season in fall and winter, when there are lots of wet leaves and slushy streets to mar its lovely finish? ‘Tis one of the great mysteries of the Well-Dressed Universe.)

Thank goodness for this handy spray product. It’s a convenient cousin to KIWI Protect-All, which provides water and stain protection for leather and fabrics, typically the type you send to the dry cleaners.

(Mystery No. 2: Why are shoe products called Kiwi? Answer: Because the inventor’s wife hailed from New Zealand. This could come in handy if you are ever a Jeopardy! contestant.)

The suede and nubuck defender goes on clear. It does not darken the color of your footwear, handbags or gloves. Truly. And it is quite effective in shielding your pricey shoes and boots so that you can enjoy them for more than one season. But remember, no puddle jumping!

Hint: Apply KIWI well before you head to the Blizzard Ball. The process takes some time.

Here’s how to use it:

  • Position the can about 10 inches from your target.
  • Spray evenly over the surface. Use a light hand. Don’t saturate your Louis Vuitton bag.
  • Allow the finish to cure for 24 hours.
  • Apply a second light coat.
  • Reapply as needed, depending on wear and tear.

You can find the products at Walgreens, Walmart, Target and lots of other stores. Expect to pay about $7.49 per can.