1. Upgrade faded shoes and give them a cool ombre look by dipping them in dye pigment and wiping them with a damp cloth. Just make sure they are waterproof before dipping and allow them enough time to dry.
2. If your favorite shoes have torn slightly inside, don't throw them away. Sew or glue pieces of old denim where needed.
3. Are your shoes tight? Place sealed bags of water inside them and put them in the freezer. Once the water freezes, the ice will gently expand the sides. After taking the shoes out of the freezer, wait about 20 minutes before removing the bags from the shoes.
4. Tie your running shoes in this way to prevent pain and avoid injuries.
5. Want to make your shoes extra sparkly? Add glitter to the heels using glue and glitter powder.
6. Planning to buy new shoes during the day? Keep in mind that feet swell throughout the day, so for the most accurate size and most comfortable fit, postpone your shopping until the evening.
7. Prevent painful blisters by applying a small amount of clear gel deodorant to the sides of your shoes.
8. If it's too late, place a green tea bag on blisters—the anti-inflammatory properties will soothe the pain.
9. Do your feet slip inside your shoes? Put an end to it by sprinkling a little talcum powder inside.
10. Upgrade simple ballet flats into trendy polka dot shoes by attaching hole-punched binder stickers and painting over the holes. Remove the stickers to reveal the desired design.
11. If your beloved suede shoes are stained by liquid, use cornmeal to absorb the moisture and remove unsightly marks.
12. To eliminate unpleasant odors from your shoes, soak them in a basin with 2 cups of vinegar and 8 liters of water for a few minutes.
13. Upgrade your flip-flops by tying soft, matching fabric or ribbon over the stiff rubber to make them look good and feel more comfortable.
14. Using thread and some beads, add jewelry to your high heels.
15. Use toothpaste and an old brush to clean tough dirt from your shoe soles.
16. Especially for teenagers: stick studs in various cool shapes and styles onto plain shoes to create unique, personalized designs.
17. Have your flats or platforms lost their shine? Revive them and give them a vibrant look using some glue, scissors, and a piece of fabric.
18. A bit of color never hurt anyone. Use markers to transform any white shoe into a colorful, one-of-a-kind creation.
