All Posts by Amy Johnston

Almost every type of footwear today have its own history to tell. Wellington boots are not exception. Ever wondered where these well-loved boots started? During the Regency time period, men’s fashion went through some dramatic changes. Between 1810 and 1820, knee breeches were replaced with trousers. This caused trousers to be an appropriate casual and […]

Running shoes are a ubiquitous part of our culture these days. From top of the range running shoes used by the world’s top athletes, to brand name trainers worn as a fashion statement, to comfy off-brand trainers for everyday wear or going to the gym, running shoes are everywhere. But of course there was a […]

If you are a true vegan, every aspect of your life must be vegan. You even need to be aware of all the little things. Starting with the foods that you eat, to the clothes you wear, on to your needed hygiene products, and your essential cleaning products. If you are vegan you are aware […]

Plantar fasciitis – one of the most common causes of heel pain – can grow with time if left untreated. If you’re suffering from this chronic injury, you would have to deal with pain and inflammation across the bottom of your foot. A thick band of tissue, called plantar fascia, is what causes this and […]

If you do a lot of running, you have probably experienced the pain of plantar fasciitis in the past. If you haven’t, you are very lucky but for those individuals who have the condition, the pain can be excruciating. Typically, this is something that is caused by overworking the feet. That is why so many […]

A good pair of walking boots is essential if you walk on a regular basis. When you find a good pair of boots you may worry what will happen when they need to be replaced. It can take time to break in a new pair of boots and this can affect the length of time […]

How long do you leave your hiking boots covered with mud, sand, or dirt? What about grit lodged in its traction-boosting lugs? Your hiking shoes will last longer if you clean them as soon as you come home. You may not clean them in the evening, but you have to clean them the next morning. […]

Have you ever wondered how hiking boots are made? Chances are, the question has at least crossed your mind a time or two, especially if you spend a lot of your time hiking in various wilderness areas. One thing is certain, they are not typically made like your regular, run-of-the-mill shoe. Instead, they are typically […]

Do hiking boots run small? In a nutshell, the answer is a resounding yes. For some reason, hiking boots seem to have a tendency to be far smaller in size when compared with running shoes, work shoes or just about any other type of footwear. As a result, you may not be able to wear […]

Can Wellington boots be stretched? This is a question that a lot of people have when they first purchase these boots. After all, they come in a variety of different styles and they are very well made. However, there are sometimes some sizing differences that makes it difficult for certain individuals to find a size […]