Budget Shoes: Are They Worth It?

Leigh A. Zaykoski

Many stores are dedicated to offering shoes at a fraction of the
cost of other shoe stores and department stores. However, you
must think carefully about buying discount shoes and select a
pair that meets your needs and also appeals to your sense of
fashion. Here are some things to watch out for when buying shoes
in a discount store.

The first thing you need to watch out for when selecting a pair
of discounted shoes is the cushioning available in the shoe.
More expensive brands tend to have more padding to support the
foot, while the inner part of discount shoes is often thin and
provides little support and comfort. When you try on shoes, be
sure to walk around the store to gauge the level of padding in
the shoes you are considering so that you don't make a purchase
that will make you uncomfortable.

Decorations or ornaments that are found on shoes are often very
cheaply made on shoes that can be found at discount stores.
Bows, beading, and other embellishments are often made from
inexpensive materials and are not sewn onto the shoes properly.
This can result in a pair of shoes that loses some of its
decorations after only a few wears. To guard against this, be
sure to examine shoes before you purchase them. Tug on the
embellishments to simulate getting caught on something to see if
they come loose or fall off of the shoe easily. If they do,
don't purchase that particular pair of shoes.

Another thing to consider when purchasing a pair of shoes at a
discount shoe store is the style of shoes available. Because
department stores purchase directly from manufacturers, they are
able to sell the latest styles and fashion trends. Discount shoe
stores may have outdated styles that are no longer in fashion.
Check out the selection of shoes available while you shop and
compare them with the styles available at other stores to see if
it is worthwhile to make your purchase at the discount store.

The material used to manufacture the shoes sold at discount
stores is often inexpensive and less sturdy than the material
used in brand name shoes. Instead of leather, you may find
yourself trying on a pair of imitation leather shoes. If you
don't mind wearing less expensive items, you still need to check
the shoes because these materials are often lower in quality
than brand name shoes and will not hold up to regular wear and
tear. Examine the stitching and make sure there is no loose
thread hanging from the shoes. Also examine the shoes for any
scuffs or scratches.

If you follow the above advice when you are shopping at a
discount shoe store, you'll save time and money by avoiding a
purchase that will not last long enough to justify the money
spent.

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