shoes

It’s the Dragons’ Den pitch parents have been dreaming about: an expandable children’s shoe that fits long enough to be worn out, and it could soon be a high-street reality. The average young child needs new shoes every four months, a rapid and costly replacement cycle that sees Britons buy 80m pairs a year, most of which end up in …

Whatever the sport, the classic come-from-behind victory is a favorite among fans and athletes alike. It makes for great drama and captures the never-say-die spirit that’s part of what it means to be a true competitor. Of course, some develop that resilience at the hands of demanding, uncompromising coaches, but others are born with it. And I think it’s fair …

When it comes to footwear, there’s no mistaking the timeless profile of a Converse Chuck Taylor. Whether cut high or low, that canvas upper and oddly fuzzy sole is as iconic and recognizable as a Levi’s back pocket or Ralph Lauren polo player. But over the years — and through countless technological advancements in footwear — Chuck Taylors have moved …

Staff, Courtesy of Brooks Although we love the durability and support of a good pair of hiking boots, many hikers these days are leaning toward lighter, more flexible sneakers as their go-to hiking shoes. These hiking shoes look a lot like trail runners, and in fact, many of our favorite models are actually trail-running shoes. Regardless of their intended use, …

The search for the best shoes for women can be a tiresome one. Yes, it’s nice to have options, but the overwhelming abundance of flats, sneakers, sandals, and heels constantly popping up in stores and online doesn’t exactly help when you suffer from decision fatigue. In efforts to make the quest a tad bit easier, we’ve done the work and …

Hari Krishan Agarwal launched “Campus” sports shoes in 2005. Courtesy of Campus Activewear The IPO of Campus Activewear, which sells more shoes than the likes of Nike and Adidas in India, propels its founder into the billionaires club. In a volatile week for its stock market, India has minted a new billionaire. Hari Krishan Agarwal, 66, founder of Delhi-based Campus …

I was one of those kids who went barefoot as often as possible. During the summer, I would go days without ever putting on a pair of shoes. The bottoms of my feet would develop tough, thick calluses. When I helped my parents in their garden, I, more often than not, was shoeless. I loved the feel of dirt and …

We may receive commission from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject to change. The features in these trainers align with what a podiatrist told us to look out for in a great pair of walking kicks. (Photo: Amazon) Now that we’re seeing consistent sunshine in the weather report, consider this a perfect time to …