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Celebrate in Style: Your 2012 Holiday Fashion Guide

By | November 1, 2012
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The glitz and glamour of the holidays is officially upon us, and as your schedule for the next couple of months fills up with yuletide celebrations, office gatherings, and saucy soirees, you’re going to need the perfect party attire. Have no fear, because the fashion team at Heel to Toe has got you covered. This season is stressful enough without having to think of what to wear for the holidays, so here’s our gift to you: affordable style inspirations that’ll make you sparkle brighter than the ball drop on New Year’s Eve. From the perfect party dresses—luxxe fabrics, classic prints, and colorful frocks are perfect!—to the trendiest accessories (chic clutches, retro sunglasses, and knee high socks are so in), we’re sure you’ll make the season’s best-dressed list. Tis the season to look fabulous.

Happy Holidays little fashionistas!

Love,

Socks4Life

2012 holiday fashion

tank · clutch purse · dress · necklace · retro sunglasses · skirt · black socks

2012 Holiday fashion

black dress · purse · coral dress · necklace · oversized sunglasses · cream dress · thigh highs

holiday 2012 dress picks

ruffle dress · black handbag · red dress · necklace · sunglasses · skirt · knee high socks

2012 holiday dresses

flowy dress · clutch · fur scarf · leopard dress · cat eye sunglasses · wrap dress · argyle knee socks

2012 holiday attire

pink dress · purse · yellow dress · bracelet · blue dress · round sunglasses · silk scarf  · skirt  · thigh high socks

 

Fall Sock Trends

By | August 13, 2012
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Although hard to believe, fall is right around the corner. We’re looking forward to fall for the crunchy leaves, crisp air, football, and of course fall fashion! You’ll want to keep your toes warm on those chilly nights, so here are some ways to incorporate socks into the trends of the season.

fall sock trends

Slouch Socks

If you paid attention to Victoria Beckham’s fall 2012 collection at New York Fashion Week, then you must have noticed all the heavy boots. Of course, boots are not new to fall fashion, but all of the boots were worn over cozy slouch socks that fell just below the knee. What a trendy way to keep warm!

Another fall 2012 trend is the preppy look. I am talking ankle pants, letterman sweaters, and penny loafers. Slouch socks would also complete that look. A couple pairs could become very versatile in your wardrobe for the season.

victoria beckham fall 2012 slouch socks

Color

If you are thinking color, then it will be helpful to know that fall’s 2012 sock colors are pretty basic. The list includes white, burgundy, navy, and black.

Knee highs

Knee-high socks look great paired with dresses and skirts or even with skinny jeans. Just like with the slouch socks, a good look for knee highs is to have them peeking out of tall boots. Look for knitted pairs, definitely not the athletic tube sock look.

Thigh Highs

Not only are knee highs a trend, but over-the-knee socks are also a great fall look.If you’re going to wear thigh highs with a skirt or shorts, be sure they’re not too tight around the top.  This style would look good with boots or heels, as seen on the starlets above.

celebrities wearing thigh high socks

These are some of the trends and how to rock them (and keep warm)! Get your socks ready; chilly nights will be here soon!

Image sources: Shoe WaWa, College Fashion, http://burtongirls.burton.com

Protect Your Feet This Winter

By | November 11, 2011
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Jack Frost is Here, Time to Bundle Up!

“Bundling up” typically conjures up images of hats and gloves, puffy coats and furry blankets– not socks and shoes. But our often overlooked appendages need some winter TLC too! The dry winter air and cold temperatures are hard on feet.  For those of us who tend to go stir crazy if forced to stay indoors, and thus brave the freezing temperatures to ski or skate, winter’s even tougher. Never fear! No need to hide from Mother Nature for three months, just take follow these simple tricks to protect your feet from the cold temperatures.

 

Make sure the shoe fits

While this rule should apply all year round, making the switch from flip-flops to winter boots is tough. Don’t make it any harder than it has to be by shoving your feet into too-small boots. Be sure you have winter footwear in the correct sizes to prevent crowding and discomfort.

Keep your feet warm AND dry

This is especially important for us “stir-crazy” folk. Staying active outdoors during the cold winter months creates quite a predicament. Our feet need to stay warm, but trapping heat can lead to moisture build-up.

Podiatrists recommend wearing a light synthetic sock to wick moisture away from the to a thicker wool outer sock where moisture is absorbed and evaporated to the outside. This is especially important for winter sports like skiing, snowboarding and ice skating because the stiff boots will not allow evaporation. Double-up socks so that moisture doesn’t get trapped at your skin within the thin synthetic sock.

Moisturize

Feet tend to become dry and cracked in the winter. Avoid painful toes by moisturizing daily. Look for creams and lotions with rich ingredients like Shea Butter, Coconut Oil or Rosemary and Peppermint extracts. See our section on foot care for more tips!

Keep your feet pretty

Just because you’ve packed the sandals away and shoved your feet into boots, doesn’t mean that you should ignore your lower limbs for a season. Keep your toenails trimmed to avoid ingrown toenails. Exfoliate to remove excess skin and again, don’t forget to moisturize daily! Check out the foot grooming section to for more ideas.

Whether you plan the winter months on the slopes or in front of a fire, don’t forget to pamper your ever-so-important feet!

Latest Diabetes News

By | August 31, 2011
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Thanks to scientists and researchers, there are huge breakthroughs in medicine every day. Whether it be a new device to make diabetes management easier, or progress on a cure for the disease, people with diabetes should be in the loop on the latest news. We hope these reliable news sources assure that you are always kept up to date on the latest diabetes management and cure breakthroughs:

http://www.diabetes.org/news-research/news/diabetes-in-the-news/
http://www.diabetesheadlines.com/
http://www.sciencedaily.com/news/health_medicine/diabetes/
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/sections/diabetes/
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/news/index.html
http://www.informationaboutdiabetes.com/news
http://www.diabeticlive.com/diabetes-101/diabetes-news/new-drug-may-reduce-insulin-injection-dependence-in-type-1-diabetics/

Podiatric Exams Reduce Chance of Amputation, Study Says

By | January 11, 2011
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New evidence shows that adults with diabetes can reduce their chances of hospitalization and
amputation with just one visit to a podiatrist, according to a recent study conducted by Thomas Reuters.
These study results come at an important time when one amputation takes place every 30 seconds in
the United States. Further, it is predicted that one in three adults will have diabetes by 2050.

The study examined the medical records of 32,000 diabetes patients between the ages of 18-64. By
comparing those who had foot exams against those who did not, the study found that those who
received foot care from a podiatric physician are almost 29 percent less likely to require amputation
than those who did not. In addition, those who had a foot exam are 24 percent less likely to require
hospitalization.

“Because many serious complications from diabetes present in the lower limbs, proper foot care for
people with diabetes is a vital step to keeping the disease in check,” according to the American Podiatric
Medical Association (APMA). In 2007, the APMA launched the “Knock Your Socks Off” campaign to
educate diabetes patients about the importance of foot screenings.

The results of this study are groundbreaking and important in diabetes research. Before now, podiatrist
visits were considered optional. “No longer can care by a podiatrist be considered optional for those
with diabetes,” says Vickie R. Driver, MS, DPM. “The earlier a podiatrist is included in the diabetes
management team, the better quality of life for the patient and greater health-care cost savings for all
involved. This study clearly allows us to understand both the clinical and economic value of a podiatrist,
in the team approach to saving diabetic patients’ feet.”

During a routine foot exam, something as simple as a new shoe recommendation or a prescription for
seamless, diabetic socks can improve the foot health of a diabetic. Because diabetics lose feeling in their
feet, diabetic socks reduce the chances of undetected cuts and sores developing on the feet, which can
lead to serious medical problems or amputation.