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Buying Custom Made Shoes
Custom made shoes can be made in any style you prefer, but are handmade according to the very specific shape of your feet. With options for hand stitching and personalized design, your shoes will fit like no other shoes you've ever tried.
Custom made shoes are difficult to find, but it's not impossible. You will need to invest a little time to find the right cobbler, because not only do you want to verify the quality, but make sure that the shoes you want are available by this particular cobbler.
You can even look for custom made shoes made with the most recent technology. With high tech sizing, your feet will first be scanned digitally for measurements using a laser optical scanner. 3-D models of your feet are constructed, and then your shoes are crafted individually using this identical mold. After your scan, many shops today will let your custom design your shoes using the styles listed on their website.
Here's a partial list of where to buy custom made shoes:
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Get guidance on the Capri site for sizing questions and also give measuring instructions. Capri shoes makes handcrafted shoes and prides itself in full service. Visit their site at http://caprishoes.com/index.htm.
Essential Footwear International Australia
These shoes are created using a computer system called ePod, which will match your exact foot shape. After measuring your feet and determining your needs, your personal pattern is created by hand and attached to the soles. Check it out on www.essentialfootwear.com.
E. Vogel Boots New York, New York
This is one of the most complete website for custom made shoes you can find online. For a $50 deposit on your shoes, you can get your measuring kit that includes a price list, a swatch set, order form, catalog, an instructional video, and a measuring guide. You can visit the website at www.vogelboots.com/shoes.asp.
Il Roddio Di Rossi Michele Italy
This shoe company specializes in custom made shoes available in a limited but very stylish selection. You'll also get a descriptive measuring guide on the website, located at www.ilriccio.it/eng/la_calzoleria_eng_frame.htm.
James Taylor & Son London
If you live in London or visit often, visit their store for custom made business shoes and other styles. Visit their website to make an inquiry at www.taylormadeshoes.co.uk/Bespoke/index.htm.
Maida's Houston, Texas
Find lots of work shoe options with the possibility of getting them customized. You can design your own or have a specialist design your pair for you. You can also ask for a measurement form via their website, www.maidas.com/shoes.asp.
T.O. Dey Shoes New York, New York
T.O. Dey Shoes welcomes both walk-ins and internet orders, and they specialize in custom shoes as well as orthopedic solutions. They will make fitting adjustments at no extra cost. Visit their website at http://www.todeyshoes.com/html/index.htm.
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