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Supporters Donate Over $37K to Help America’s Tallest Man Buy Shoes

At size 26, no shoes on the market are able to fit his feet and provide proper support, causing various foot problems.

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Reading While Eating for January 20: And the Award Goes To…

Friday’s links talk For Your Consideration ads and Golden Globe footwear.

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Reading While Eating for November 29: Going Retro

Tuesday’s links talk old-school filmmaking and classic celebrity shoes.

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Reebok to Refund Customers $25 Million Over Toning Shoes Complaint

The only thing slimming down here is Reebok’s profit margins.

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Airport Screening: Shoe Removal Policy Could Come to an End

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano announced Tuesday that in the near future, air travelers should be able to keep their shoes on while being screened by airport security.

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Court: Christian Louboutin Can’t Stop Others from Designing Red-Soled Shoes

Christian Louboutin shoes, popularized by countless well-heeled celebrities who can afford them, range from strappy and spiky to crystal-encrusted and furry. But the common denominator is that each pair—many which cost $1,000 or more— features soles shining in fire-engine red.

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These Eco-Friendly Flip-Flops Will Only Cost You $18,000

Better take care of these sandals, because they’ll cost more than an arm and a leg to replace.

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Reading While Eating for May 27: Because Alliteration Is Fun

In honor of the almost-over Month of May, today’s links marvel at the many models of the letter M.

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Ridiculously Pointy-Toed Boots: So Hot in Mexico Right Now

It started with one man walking into a cobbler’s shop in northeastern Mexico (as so many stories do). He asked for custom-made boots with curled toes so long that the most flamboyant genie would have writhed with envy. Then he wore them out and danced like no one was watching. And all of a sudden [...]

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Kate Middleton’s Wedge Heels to Be Reissued, Already Have a Waiting List

The obsession with the Duchess’ style continues unabated. (via Daily Mail)