"Ha-Beens" - stars and starlets are afraid of the word, since it suggests that a stage to enjoy the fame, wealth and fame. But the shoes from Sweden, which bears the same name, remember the concept of beautiful, durable, fashionable shoes of the highest quality natural materials. As such, this shoe is valued for its function, form and fashion, but also for their ecological value.
How can clogs, boots and shoes are in a world filled with fashionPlastic, metal and rubber shoes, you might ask? Well, if you do not like this style and fashion as you might think, then the organizers of the Trend Award Gala 2007 in Stockholm to think differently. You will soon realize, however, that these shoes are not really "forgotten" as soon as you have a pair in your hand!
Hasbeens are some of the latest high-quality shoes into the hands of expert craftsmen with long-standing traditions are made of shoes. And since it is only natural materialsprimarily wood are used in the construction of these shoes, you can bury the shoes in your garden sans worrying about the impact on the environment since these are biodegradable materials.
We must, nevertheless, offer a few words of advice on maintaining this make of footwear considering the type of materials used. Keep in mind that every pair is subject to the wear and tear of both your use and of Mother Nature's hand on the materials. With the following tips, you can pass on your Swedish made footwear to your children and grandchildren.
• Use olive oil on the natural-coloured leather to achieve both polish and resistance to water and dirt.
• Wear the shoes during dry water instead of in a full-on rain as wood and leather react negatively to moisture.
• Watch out for chips on the wooden heels such as when walking up stairs and walking on side-walks. Use sandpaper to gently remove the chipped areas while super-glue is good for larger chips.
• Glue on the rubber sole if it comes loose. Better yet, ask your local shoemaker for new soles.
• Always open the buckles when taking your shoes on and off. You will make life easier for yourself as well as extend the life of the buckles.
And of course, do try to use this footwear for the main purpose for which these were designed, shoes that make a unique fashion statement against the onslaught of many other designer shoes. You are saying that "I am unique, I am me and I am a Swedish Hasbeens fan!"
We can recommend the following shoes to start your journey as a fashion fan:
• Slip in Super High is a tribute to the high-heeled clog of the 70s disco era. It is made from genuine leather with a lime tree wooden sole.
• High Heeled 'Jodhpur' shoes are spring boots made from nu-buck colours in military green, brown and natural leather. Pair this with a pair of fashionable distressed jeans for a casual look in the town.
• Rainbow Boots are exactly what its name says - boots in rainbow colours inspired by the LGBT movement.
Swedish Hasbeens footwear are not 'has-beens' in the colloquial meaning of the word. You can be in style with these shoes while showing that you care for the environment, for comfort and for convenience, too.
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