kataistienstra asked:

Hi! Do you have any advice about blisters? I don't callous so I get blisters incredibly easy and it puts a major damper on my summer adventures. Bandages often look either gross or get rubbed off just as easy as my skin and I'm missing out on so many beautiful shoes! Thank you Sara!

this is a great question, but one that has no perfect solution (unfortunately—i wish it did). i have experienced blisters in almost every pair of footwear i own, but here are some bits of advise that i’ve learned through trial and [very painful] error:

  • try before you buy. if a pair of shoes hurts in any sort of way within minutes of putting it on, then take it off and put it back on the shelf. trust me.
  • buy better shoes. this is such a pretentious thing to write, but i’ve found that the better the quality of the shoes, the more comfortable and long-lasting they are. it doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll have to spend a lot; just seek out sturdy materials (pure leather, canvas, etc.) from respected brands.
  • neosporin + pain relief. if you get a blister and it bursts, which is totally gross, lather it up with this stuff to avoid scarring and minimize discomfort.
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  1. alexandraz said: Apply a thin layer of vaseline on your feet, on the spot were blisters usually appear, before wearing the shoes. It works for me.
  2. adriennes said: Dr. Scholl’s Moleskin! You can cut it to the perfect size little pads. It really is a miracle.
  3. claradoti said: Put the bandaid on the shoe rather than your foot (works especially well on oxfords). No show with a bit more comfort.
  4. jennabee said: Also: try New Skin! It’s a clear barrier between your blister and the world.
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