A friend recently brought up the "shoe issue" to me. Shoes always seem to be a challenge to the traveller. Tip: Include wearing your heaviest pair on the first and the last travel days. For me, these would be my sneakers. If you use a base-color theme (see my website: www.mimipackslight.com) as I do, then you would pack a comfortable walking shoe and a comfortable dress shoe in your base color (I use black) or one that complements the other outfits you have packed. Remember to wrap your shoes in bags before putting them into your suitcase. I use the plastic bags that I get for my groceries at the supermarket. For warmer climates you can expand the look of your travel wardrobe by using a favorite product of mine. Shown above are Onesoles. These are shoes with interchangeable tops. You buy the soles that feel best on your feet -- these soles usually come with at least one top -- and then you purchase others from the vast assortment that the company offers. Go to www.onesole.com for a retail store nearby or to buy online. I purchased a pair of low-wedge soles a couple of years ago and still get compliments for all the amazing tops.
