Everyone loves shoes. I mean, how could we not? They keep our feet clean, dry and safe from the grittiness of earth, as well as add a few extra inches to our height. Oh, and they look really good too. But for some of us, shoes take an extra special place in our heart. Here’s how to find out if that totally describes you:
1. You talk about shoes. A lot.
You appreciate good craftsmanship and functionality. You talk about shoe design– from the inspiration, to the production. You know the relationship between Adidas and Puma or the difference between mules and slingbacks.
2. The first thing you notice about someone is their shoes
You can’t help but partly judge them based on the shoe itself, and what they wear it with.
3. When someone insults your shoes, you defend them like they’re your children
You get upset when someone says that they’re ‘just shoes.’
4. You know better than to wear light colored/clear shoes in the rain
Even if your outfit would look totally put together with a pair of strappy pumps or white trainers, you pause and say to yourself, ‘don’t be that idiot.’
5. You’ve got a pair for any weather
And you check the weather report beforehand. Because again, you’re not that idiot.
6. You construct your outfit around your shoes
They’re the main attraction. Your shoes alone probably cost more than the rest of your outfit.
7. You have at least 10 Instagram photos of your shoes
Or you probably only ever post photos of your shoes. Your main hashtags are #shoes (duh) and/or #kotd (kicks of the day)
8. You dedicate time to cleaning your shoes
Complete with polish, brushes, wipes, towels, and stain repellants. If you’re a ‘sneakerhead’ you probably own a Jason Markk kit. Don’t deny it.
9. You know what your shoes are made of
You’ll know what’s up right from the first touch.
10. And you absolutely know how to take care of them
You know what gets out stains and odors, depending on the material it’s made of.
11. You don’t throw away silica packs
Unlike a lot of people who have no idea what they’re for, you actually make use of those little bead packets. And you owe them your life.
12. You own several shoe trees
And even some boot shapers, because your heart aches a little with every unwanted crease.
13. You have a shoe closet
And you keep the original boxes they came in.
14. You go for quality over quantity
You’re willing to pay more for a quality brand. You wouldn’t think about going to a department store and buying similar looking ones for a fraction of the price, when it only has a fraction of the quality.
15. Sometimes you’ll sacrifice comfort for cool
You’ll wear heels because you know it will give you confidence.
16. You know what styles look good on you — and you don’t force what doesn’t.
You know when you can’t pull off a certain pair, but you can still appreciate it. As much as you love shoes, you love yourself more.
Whether you’re a self-proclaimed ‘sneakerhead’ or just someone who simply adores the high life in high heels, there’s no denying that you love shoes much more than the average person. After all, since we’re always on our feet, shoes always make a good investment, right?