Skinny girls often have problems choosing clothes and shoes in stores. This is especially true for autumn and winter boots. Most models are sewn by the manufacturer for a wide or medium shaft. But if your leg is thin, the shoe just hangs loose at the top. Sometimes such space looks stylish and can be played up in images. But for very fragile girls it is difficult to choose boots that are as close in girth as possible. They are left with 2 options: wear low shoes or sew in the boot.
Right 14 days
You can return new shoes that are the wrong size within 2 weeks from the date of purchase
According to current legislation, you can return shoes that do not fit in size or for other reasons within 14 days from the date of purchase. But the product must meet a number of parameters:
- be without signs of being worn outdoors or indoors;
- have a marketable appearance (that is, without creases, abrasions, etc.);
- be in the original configuration (that is, in a box, with heels, insoles, etc., which was available at the time of purchase).
To properly process a return (or exchange, if possible), the buyer must provide a cash receipt (or a copy thereof), a warranty card for the shoes and a passport.
Tips for sewing boots with your own hands
In order not to spoil the product, but to bring it into the desired form, listen to the following tips:
- First, decide what things you will wear with these boots (nylon tights or woolen leggings).
- Take all measurements along the top edge with boots on your feet.
- Clearly mark a mark that will serve as a guide for suturing.
- You need to measure and mark marks on both tops, since the volume of the left and right legs, as a rule, differs (sometimes even up to 2 cm).
With this simple knowledge and skills, any woman can make herself a gift with her own hands. Be it expensive dress shoes or your favorite boots from the consumer goods series. You just need to put in a minimum of effort - and you won’t have to choose in the store between a beautiful pair of shoes and how well they match the anatomy of your feet.
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Myth or reality
Large shoes are good only in childhood for playing mother-daughter games, but in adult life this problem causes a lot of inconvenience
First you need to find out what characteristics the pair does not fit in size. First, shoes can be longer than your feet. Second: the shoes may not fit the width of your feet. So, is it possible to make your downsizing dream a reality? Of course yes. Moreover, there are even 2 approaches for this.
- Contact the workshop. Professionals will use full or partial constriction, that is, they will separate the heel and sole, and attach the upper to the last of the required size. This is if the shoes are not the right length. If the pair is wide, they will sew it up or choose another way to solve the problem.
This is interesting. Not all shoemakers will take on a non-leather pair, much less sneakers or sneakers that have a special cut. But sandals, clogs or flip-flops can only be narrowed in a workshop, where the straps are carefully stripped, shortened and sewn into place.
- Try to use folk wisdom. This is where there are no restrictions on the quality of shoes. Only according to the material, although there are methods suitable for all types. Let's start with them.
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Shoe repair in Orenburg is a fairly common service; I deliberately chose the segment of expensive shoe repair, luxury shoe repair. As practice has shown, it is expensive shoes and products made of genuine leather that require constant preventive repair and care.
Patent leather boots and leatherette models are stretched with care. Such methods will cause the surface to take on an old, shabby appearance, and swelling, cracks or scratches may form.
Universal ways to reduce shoe size at home
Photo gallery: Special shoe inserts
A shock-absorbing insole is the best way to reduce the length and volume of sports shoes
Toe pads are indispensable for high-heeled shoes
This unusual insole can actually reduce your shoe size.
- Special insoles. An additional insole is inserted into each shoe, and if it is still uncomfortable, then 2 are possible. This technique is only possible for closed shoes, but insoles can be for “different seasons”: made of foam rubber, synthetics or wool. Using this method has another bonus: the insoles protect the delicate skin of the feet from calluses and chafing.
This is interesting. This sizing method is especially good for sneakers and other athletic shoes, as it adds a cushioning effect.
- Silicone heel pad. Despite the fact that the main task of such “half-insoles” is to protect against chafing and prevent slipping, they do an excellent job of reducing shoe sizes.
This is interesting. For shoes with a heel height of more than 7 cm, silicone heel pads increase the risk of ankle injury.
- Shock-absorbing finger pads. This method is just the solution for lovers of high heels, as it allows you to achieve not only a reduction in size, but also saves you from fatigue when walking for a long time in stiletto heels.
- Cotton wool, fabric or paper. A primitive method that our grandparents used if the shoes did not fit in length: soft material is stuffed into the sock (and if you have paper at hand, you can use that). The main thing is not to rub your fingers.
This is interesting. This size reduction option is only possible for closed shoes.
- The secret of models. The beauties on the catwalks not only present their outfits gracefully, but also know the secrets of how to make shoes fit like a glove, even if they are a couple of sizes too big. To do this, they glue double-sided tape to the inside of the sole - the foot is glued and does not slip. One important nuance: the pair should only be worn on bare feet.
This is interesting. The most progressive and effective of the universal techniques is the option with silicone pads.
Leather shoes
The heel pad not only protects against chafing, but also slightly reduces the length
Genuine leather is a very pliable material, which clearly proves the theory of compression under the influence of sudden temperature changes.
Hot water and washing powder
The soap solution should be the same concentration as for washing
Instructions:
- Dissolve the washing powder in a bowl of hot water (about 50 degrees) (as for regular washing).
- Lower the shoes for 3-5 minutes.
- Dry in direct sunlight or near a radiator.
After drying, spray with leather shoe break-in product and immediately put on. It is important to observe the soaking time in water and not to dry out the shoes, otherwise the result may not be at all what you expected.
This is interesting. An alternative may be when the inner surface of the couple is moistened with a spray bottle of water and dried near heating devices. This option is perfect for reducing the size of leatherette shoes, for which prolonged contact with water can be destructive.
Result: the skin will become very soft and will sit on the leg.
This is interesting. You can reduce patent leather shoes yourself only with insoles or overlays.
Ice water and hairdryer
Instead of a hairdryer, you can use devices for drying shoes
Instructions:
- We put a pair on our feet.
- Place in a bowl of ice water and leave for 2-3 minutes.
- We take off our shoes and dry them with a hairdryer or near a radiator.
This is interesting. The procedure is quick, but only for closed shoes, otherwise you may catch a cold.
Thread and needle
Reducing the size in this way is very convenient, as you can adjust the tension of the elastic
You can reduce the length of a pair made of leather or faux leather using an elastic band sewn on the inside of the heel.
Instructions:
- We secure the elastic on one side of the heel with pins.
- We stretch and attach the second end to the other side.
- We sew it on, trying to grab the insole.
This is interesting. This method is only suitable for thin leather, since thick material will be difficult to pierce with a regular needle.
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Suede shoes
If you decide to reduce the size of suede shoes at home, the result will be difficult to predict
As with leather, suede will shrink when exposed to temperature changes. This time you need to hold the shoes over steam and then put them in the freezer.
This is interesting. Fans of this material know firsthand how capricious suede is. So it won’t be surprising for them that there is only one “home” option for reducing her size. And even that guarantees only that your shoes or boots will lose their presentation.
It is best to leave the reduction of the size of suede (as well as patent leather) shoes to professionals, that is, take it to a workshop.
Sneakers and sneakers
You can reduce the size of sneakers only with the help of insoles, heel pads or toe inserts
Leather sports shoes can be made smaller by adding an extra insole by tightening the laces. With fabric sneakers the situation is a little more complicated: another insole may simply leave no room for your feet. There is an option to wash the pair in hot water - the fabric will shrink a little. But literally after an hour or two of wearing it, it will expand again. So there's only one thing left to do: lace it tight.
Boot tops
You can narrow the tops with just one fold
Despite the fact that the heroine of the famous film Eldara Ryazanov convinced that accordion-shaped tops are fashionable, and we know that fashion repeats itself periodically, there are ladies who like the top to fit tightly around the leg. The surest way to achieve this is to go to the workshop. Among the risky, but real, options, there are 2:
- Sew several elastic bands on the inside in a circle, securing one edge and pulling the other.
- Use a sewing machine and stitch the fold at the back.
This is interesting. You won't be able to do any of these things without good sewing skills.
Video: How to narrow the tops of boots without a sewing machine
How to stretch tight boots to fit your feet
Stretching of the boot is carried out using modern specialized equipment with electrical heating, which can significantly reduce the process time, or using inserts that are ideal for your boot in terms of the color and quality of the piece of leather. Before stretching, the master takes the necessary measurements to adjust the shoes to the desired size.
To reduce the compression of boots, the material in the boot area is preheated using a hairdryer. The device is kept at a certain distance from the product to avoid damage to the surface by hot air. Use a hair dryer over problem areas for at least 30 seconds.
It will be possible to stretch the tops of boots if they are made of genuine leather or high-quality artificial leather. The process is performed using special wedges. The devices are equipped with a rotating handle, which maximizes the effect. The wedge is opened and left for 2-3 minutes until the desired result is achieved. The devices are used only by shoemakers.
According to the Consumer Protection Law, you can return the shoes within two weeks after purchase.
The store has the right to exchange shoes you don't like for a more suitable pair with the same or higher price (if you agree to pay extra). If a suitable pair is not available on the day of your request, then you can request a refund of the cost of your purchase, and the amount must be returned within 3 days after your request.
I returned my Casadei boots and the heel broke. They did everything perfectly, cleaned and painted. Next shoes in line!
I stitched it up. Once, I came across a good shoemaker (although not in Moscow, where of course everything is the best). Looked good.
Our company has existed in the household services market since 2011. During this time, we have managed to establish ourselves as a highly professional workshop specializing in multidisciplinary shoe and clothing repair work.
If you want to prevent oversized shoes from falling off, apply double-sided tape to the insole. This option is only suitable for wearing on bare feet and cannot be used for a long time, since the adhesive on the tape causes discomfort. That is why it is most often used by models at fashion shows.
We cleaned shoes to an A+ standard and gave new life to several pairs, including our favorite Christian Louboutin shoes.
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Optical illusion, or how to make shoes look smaller
In order to optically reduce the size of your shoes, you should choose a pair with an open toe.
Silicone inserts (on the heel or toe) are an ideal solution to several problems at once: your shoes will not fly off when walking, you will reduce the heel, the volume of the shoes, and in general you will ensure that your pair is definitely reduced by one size. But there are a few more tricks that create the effect of an elegant leg:
- high heels (and not only stilettos, but also massive thick heels visually reduce the size);
- rounded noses (taboo on long and pointed noses);
- dark or rich colors (light and pastels make your legs look larger);
- relatively thick straps in moderation, if we are talking about sandals;
- buckles, bows, pull tabs and embellishments create a little shoe look.
