KURU Footwear recently conducted a comprehensive survey on Americans' footwear preferences, delving into the diverse landscape of shoe culture across the nation. The report, complete with state-specific breakdowns, provides intriguing insights into everything from favorite shoe styles to the eternal debate of comfort versus style.
Sneakers emerge as the undisputed champion of American shoe styles, claiming the top spot with 36% popularity, followed by running shoes at 10%, and slip-ons at 8%. The revelation that 76% of Americans prioritize comfort over style might explain the enduring dominance of sneakers, seamlessly blending comfort, athleticism, and versatility. While sneakers reign supreme in 43 out of 50 states, some regions have distinct preferences. Vermont leans towards minimalist/non-shoes, West Virginia opts for heels, and North Dakota has a penchant for boots.
The survey settles the long-standing debate of comfort versus style, with a resounding 76% of respondents prioritizing comfort.
KURU Footwear aligns itself with this ethos, emphasizing foot health and comfort.
Shoe sizes vary significantly across the nation, with New Mexico claiming the top spot for the largest average shoe size (12.5) and Vermont and Wisconsin sporting the smallest sizes at an average of 6. The most common shoe size in the U.S. is 9.
Americans showcase a penchant for neutral colors, with black (44%) and white (17%) dominating. However, some states add a splash of variety to this palette, with Mississippi favoring brown, Montana opting for blue, and North Dakota expressing a love for purple. The survey also delves into Americans' footwear spending habits, revealing that the majority falls within the $101–$200 range. Utah takes the lead in having the most expensive shoe collections, with many exceeding $1,000.
On average, Americans own four pairs of shoes, with Maine, Wisconsin, and Arizona standing out as the biggest footwear enthusiasts, each boasting 21+ pairs. Regarding shopping preferences, 40% of Americans exclusively shop online, while 60% prefer traditional brick-and-mortar stores. The state-by-state breakdown provides a fascinating glimpse into the diverse shopping habits across the nation.
KURU Footwear's survey paints a vivid picture of Americans' diverse shoe preferences, emphasizing the universal appeal of sneakers and the unwavering prioritization of comfort in footwear choices.
KURU Footwear is a shoe company that has dedicated itself to the task of eliminating foot pain. Their patented technology, KURUSOLE, is engineered to alleviate foot pain, like plantar fasciitis, by providing proper support and cushioning to the feet. Recently, KURU published a resource called "
102 Facts and Statistics About Plantar Fasciitis," which aims to educate people about this common foot ailment.
This resource is a valuable tool for anyone suffering from this common foot ailment.
According to the resource, plantar fasciitis is a condition that affects about 10% of the population at some point in their lives. It is characterized by pain in the heel and arch of the foot, particularly in the morning or after long periods of standing or walking. Plantar fasciitis is caused by the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that runs from the heel to the toes.
The resource goes on to list the most important facts and statistics about plantar fasciitis. It includes information on the prevalence of the condition, how it is diagnosed, the causes, the pain associated with it, and the various treatments available. The resource also highlights the cost of plantar fasciitis, both in terms of medical expenses and lost productivity, and how proper footwear can help prevent or alleviate the condition.
's mission to alleviate foot pain is evident in their commitment to educating people about foot pain and ways to eliminate it. By providing this resource, they are helping people understand the condition and its impact on their lives.
KURU's shoes are designed to provide the necessary support and cushioning to alleviate foot pain, and they are a great option for anyone suffering from plantar fasciitis, and other foot ailments.
KURU Footwear offers a variety of shoe styles, all of which help to provide freedom from foot pain. From sneakers, to slippers, boots, and sandals, their mission to alleviate foot pain. All KURU shoes, even their flip-flops, are engineered with a unique system of triple-layer support. One is the above mentioned KURUSOLE; second is the KURUCLOUD, a lightweight EVA foam delivers shock-absorbing cushion with each step; last is the ULTIMATE INSOLE, a contoured, dual-density foam provides superior arch support.
If you suffer from plantar fasciitis or any other foot ailment, you should get better acquainted witht he footwear offerings from KURU Footwear.
We're well into the new year and recently engaged brides are preparing for their wedding! No matter which style you choose,
Naturalizer's dress shoes offer the perfect combination of style and comfort for your special occasions. So say 'yes' to your dream shoes and enjoy your special day in comfort and style! Naturalizer is here to provide luxe dress shoes for every bridal occasion. So ladies, are you ready for comfort, ever after? With so many options, all that's left to do is say, 'yes.'
From the engagement party to the big day, every event feels elevated with the Vera 2 Dress Sandal with its signature block heel and rhinestone toe strap. Ready to don for all the special occasions, the Anne Pump is a curvy dress pump that makes every moment chic. Give yourself a confidence boost in the Mallory Dress Sandal - a strappy, leveled-up pump with a platform and adjustable ankle strap.
With their elegant varieties, Naturalizer offers luxe dress shoes in 5M-12W for every bridal occasion. Now and forever.
The Holiday Season is one of the most popular seasons for travel. Whether you're spending the holidays with family or escaping the cold temperatures by opting for somewhere tropical, you can add to your holiday joy when your travel with UIN Footwear. Since the holiday season is all about comfort and joy, we wanted to highlight some of the wonderfully comfortable and joyful footwear offerings from UIN Footwear. All absolutely perfect for travel. You may remember
our first UIN Footwear highlight, now we're back to show you more.
The right footwear is a travel essential and we love
UIN's hero footwear style, the Toledo. From going through security checkpoints to being comfortable, and of course, looking travel chic, the right shoe will make your journey a pleasant one. celebrate your individuality, make a bold step in vibrant and interesting prints, and step into the next chapter of your journey when you travel with UIN Footwear. They have so many wonderful colors and prints to choose from. You can select prints based on if you are a pet lover, your hobby, your favorite destination, and more.
That's not the only reason we love UIN Footwear. The versatile and durable slip-on shoe features a lightweight and breathable canvas upper made from 100% cotton. It's perfect for keeping your feet dry and comfortable in hot weather; plus it's sustainable and friendly to the environment. It also boasts a Bionics foot-shaped design that fits the shape of any foot, granting ultimate freedom and relaxation to your walking experience. Its loose toe box is also great for bare-foot use, allowing your toes to splay into their natural posture.
For those who prefer the slopes and snow-based trips, the above
Carzola Sneaker or
Carzola Boots are the perfect styles for your next snowy adventure or hike.
Love vibrant and bold prints? UIN Footwear's digital inkjet technology keeps the colors and prints vibrant and prevents fading. This allows their vivid artistic patterns constantly electrify your travel outfits. We also love the delightfully soft and foldable material that exhibits the sensory feedback your feet crave.
These shoes can be packed easily into your luggage for any trip. They fit securely on your foot yet are easy to put on and take off thanks to their flexible elastic bands. They boast massage insoles that promote air circulation to keep your feet dry and help to improve your foot's blood circulation. You will find superior arch support that fights foot fatigue to help you stay active for a long time whether you're racing to multiple flight connections or enjoying a vacation hike. All of this makes for a hassle-free experience to travel with UIN Footwear.
Lastly, we love the detail of its intricately designed sole. The sole of the Toledo shoe features an artistic 3D map of Toledo, Spain where UIN footwear designer, Fernando lives. The slip-proof rubber sole provides excellent grip, easy to deal with all kinds of slippery conditions.
If you're looking to go on vacation this season, we encourage you to head over to
www.uinfootwear.com to get to know their shoes and see how wonderful it is to travel with UIN Footwear. Use coupon codes
GUEST5 to get $5 off any purchase and
GUEST10 to get $10 off any purchase over $120.
As the weather finally warms up, we're reminded about what it's like to wear closed toe shoes in hot and humid weather. Anyone who does knows how ht your feet get and how uncomfortable it is. Today's Shoeography Shoe of the Day actually fights that. thanks to the nylon knit upper of the
Arcopedico Sec V Shoes, you will enjoy controlled freedom and healthy circulation that won't bind or pinch the feet. The very breathable knit slip-on also features a removable insole, is 100% free of animal products and features Arcopedico's patented Twin Arch Support system, which distributes your weight over the entire plantar surface.
We tested the Sec V at the Aids Walk on Sunday. We walked 6.2 miles on a 70+ degree day and our feet never felt hot. We did have to get an additional arch support for one foot (this is thanks to our very high, uneven arches) but other than that. The Sec V was wonderful. We love the bright turquoise but this darling is available in several other colors including black, titanium (grey), white, beige, and denim. because it's a knit, we recommend going with your true size and not a size up, as the fabrication is more relaxed. Get the Arcopedico Sec V Shoes for $69.00 each on
www.arcopedicousa.com.
Maybe it's because the weather has been much milder than usual, but we're already in a spring state of mind. We find ourselves wearing brighter colors, tucking away out signature black winter shoes and opting for colors, prints, and footwear styles that allow for sockless wear, like these fun and lively
Crocs CitiLane Roka Graphic Slip-Ons.
Inspired by classic slip-on sneakers with a playful dose of pretty and plenty of fashion-forward graphics, these super comfy slip-ons boast a soft, perforated Matlite™ foam upper, spring-celebrating graphics, and twin gore stretch panels for easy on and off wear. This mash-up also includes Iconic Crocs Comfort and a price tag of only $49.99. Available in five colorful prints that range from dark to wonderfully vibrant, you too will be in a spring state of mind. Get your favorite print on
www.crocs.com.
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Want to keep your feet looking and feeling great this season? Look no further than the supportive, comfortable and stylish shoes from the
Vionic Shoes Spring/Summer 2017 Collection. Moving in comfort and style is very important, especially when it comes to your overall health and happiness. This season Vionic Shoes wows with stylish orthotic shoes that will have you walking on air.
Proving that style doesn't have to hurt, Vionic Shoes offers a wide range of footwear styles, from sandals and pumps, to flats and sneakers, all with their proprietary orthopedic technology and comfort, showing that all shoes, including heels, can be comfortable.
We have several favorite from this season's collection that span across various styles and heel heights. At the top of our list are the following: the
Calypso Espadrille Wedge (pictured in gold), the
Carmel Heeled Sandal (the most comfortable 3" heel you'll ever wear - pictured directly above), the
Chryssa Open Toe Bootie, the
Lucinda Flats (the arch-hugging ghillie lace-ups), the
Caballo Pointed Toe Flats (we're already rocking these in leopard and are loving the gold cork), the
Midi Perf Slip-on Sneakers, and the tropical-printed
Beach Noosa Flip Flops. And there's so much more from the collection to see.
With their stylish and comfortable women's shoes, and footwear specifically designed to promote an active lifestyle,
Vionic Shoes celebrates the fact that comfortable shoes equal happy feet. What are your thoughts on the Vionic Shoes Spring/Summer 2017 Collection? Which styles are your favorites?
Very soon we'll be enjoying warmer weather as the spring and summer seasons begin. During these joyously warmer seasons, I love to walk the city. Walking and exploring the city is the best way to fully enjoy the city but let's face it, shoes can hurt, especially if your footwear choices gear towards more fashion than comfort. Plus, if you're walking in them for an extended period of time. Luckily there are brands like
Joan Oloff which offers luxury women's shoes designed by a renowned podiatrist and shoe designer. For this upcoming season, the Joan Oloff Spring/Summer 2017 Collection promises the same handmade Italian luxury shoes with its patent pending comfortable technology that known for, in stylish silhouettes that will perfectly accent your spring/summer looks.
Arriving for spring are classic style pumps, like the Abigail pumps in printed python; the Adele and Michelle pumps in soft calf; the sexy and strappy printed python Gigi pumps; the Reece pumps in suede, the Rebekah pumps in mesh and nappa leather; and the mixed material, Hillary pumps in Italian soft calf leather and printed python, all bearing comfortable 3 1/2" with Joan Oloff's patent pending technology.
The transition between the winter and spring season call for stylish transitional ankle boots and booties. With the following chic options from the Joan Oloff Spring/Summer 2017 Collection, you won't miss a step in your pursuit of non-stop style. We're loving the calf leather and printed python Bianca; the sleek and cool Alyson and Ashley booties - both a mix of calf leather and foot hugging elastic; and the striking and red hot Rachel booties.
Chic flats are definitely where it's at for the spring and summer seasons, especially if you're a fan of walking like I am. Love cute little bows? The adorable Jamie ballet flats come in an array of classic colors perfect to compliment your wardrobe; the ghillie-style Annie flats is an on-trend must have this season; and the Jasmine ballet flats will add a touch of smart style to your look.
All these luxury, comfort, handmade styles from the
Joan Oloff Spring/Summer 2017 Collection are available now on
www.joanoloffshoes.com.
As we've mentioned in previous posts, we love to walk the city, we do quite a bit of walking actually. Of course this means our shoes must first and foremost be comfortable, but that doesn't mean we're giving up style. One brand known for their comfortable shoes for women, is
Easy Spirit. This season the comfort footwear brand continues their tradition of comfort and wide width footwear with some stylish options. For the Easy Spirit Fall 2016 Footwear Collection, style and comfort are key whether you're looking for heels, boots, sneakers, or flats.
An everyday boot is a must for fall, one that goes with everything and styles like the
Easy Spirit Janis Lace-Up Booties, Nalli Leather Booties, and the Aldea Booties (all pictured above) make perfect go-to styles this season. For those looking for comfort styles with a touch more edge will love the
Caterina Covered Wedge Booties, Cardea Covered Wedge Booties, Carilynn Pull-On Booties, and the adorable (and very much on-trend)
Harvina Clogs, which are all pictured below.
For those upcoming cold weather days, Easy Spirit has got you covered - literally. Whether you're looking for tall, short, rugged, or sleek cold weather boots, there's a style for you. Stand outs include the water-resistant
Karione, and Kamlet Cold Weather Boots, and the rugged Nuria Cold Weather Booties (shown below).
Last but not least, for the active set, the Easy Spirit Fall 2016 Footwear Collection boasts lots of athletic footwear styles. The collection is full of fashion, outdoor, classic, and performance sneakers to fulfill your needs. We find ourselves loving the sparkly and metallic details of the
Inkera Sneakers, and Idalie Walking Shoes, as well as the coolness of the
Lexana Sneakers.
These are just a sample of what is available in the Easy Spirit Fall 2016 Footwear Collection. For a peek at more, check out our slideshow below and visit
www.easyspirit.com to add one or more to your closet:
Is it too soon to talk about spring shoes? It's definitely not too early to highlight footwear styles that celebrate the two colors chosen as Pantone's 2016 color of the year, Rose Quartz and Serenity. Today we highlight four comfort footwear styles from the
Alegria by PG Lite Spring 2016 collection that feature one, or a combination of the two Pantone colors.
Available in a strappy sandals and a slip-on Nursing shoe, the comfort shoes boasts leather uppers in a pretty, metallic pastel print called Pretty Baby, that features both Serenity and Rose Quartz, and one nappa leather in Serenity. In order of appearance may we present the
Lara Wedge ($69.50), a wedge-style sandal accented with adjustable velcro straps, side straps, a cork, memory foam and latex loaded footbed, and a 2" heel with 1/2" platform; the
Joy MaryJane Sandal ($109.00), an adorable, laid back style which features adjustable instep and forefoot straps, a leather-covered, memory foam cushioned footbed, and a 1 1/4" heel; the only solid color in our group is the
Karmen Nappa Sandal ($109.95), which features two leather straps accented with a silver bar, adjustable straps boast hook and loop for a custom fit, a cork, memory foam and latex loaded footbed which conforms to the natural contours of your feet, and a 1 3/4" heel with 1 1/4" platform; and last but not least, the lightweight
Keli Professional Nursing Shoe ($119.95), a slim, slip-on silhouette which features elastic at the instep allows for a secure fit, a lab rated slip resistant outsole, a removable cork, memory foam and polyurethane loaded footbed that conforms to the natural contours of your feet, and a 1" heel with 3/4" platform.
Whether you're a nurse or not, this casual style adds a bit of pizzazz to your look. All footwear styles from Alegria by PG Lite offer superior arch support, so whether you're at work or on the go, you'll be comfortable as you celebrate the Pantone 2016 Color of the Year. Get these and more styles at
www.alegriashoes.com.
Last year we introduced you to SoftScience Footwear, the newest footwear launch from Crocs original co-owner, Scott Seaman and CEO, John Duerden with this article -
SoftScience footwear offers supreme comfort and style. Today we introduce the latest arrival from the comfort shoe brand, the unisex
SoftScience Terrain Ultra Lyte Boots.
This uniquely comfortable,
SoftScience Terrain Ultra Lyte Boots is SoftScience's first foray into the boot category. It boasts all the incredible features from the original SoftScience shoes, including being super lightweight (a size 10 weighs just 1.6 lbs), a roomy and generous fit (perfect for those who wear wide widths), a removable, washable Trileon™ insole (a closed cell co-polymer that offers comfort with high-impact resistance and support), and a Trileon™ non-marking, slip-resistant Drift outsole. The superbly cushioned and stable hi-cut Terrain Ultra Lyte Boots is ideal for tackling any urban terrain or light mountain hiking. It comes in two upper options, washed cotton canvas available, in Black, Khaki, and a Digital Camo Print, or a Black Crackle PU.
The SoftScience Terrain Ultra Lyte Boots are available now for $89.99, and can be purchased on
www.softscience.com.
