Shoes are an essential accessory today. Whether you are single or living with your family, you can save money by buying second-hand footwear. I realized it lately when I found my neighbors’ kids wearing new shoes every six months. I used to buy a new pair after wearing the same shoes for nearly two years and my kids got one on their birthday.
Since children keep growing, they were always complaining that their shoes were pinching few weeks after the purchase. To solve this issue, lately I had started buying one-size bigger shoes for them. Initially they protested that the big sized shoes made it difficult for them to run or play, but gradually kids adjusted. Then I realized that I was wrong in forcing them to play only sitting games.
Everything in nature changes with time. Probably that keeps us happy and makes life interesting. Imagine if we had to face the same weather throughout the year, how boring it would be? Similarly, wearing the same footwear for two years is really difficult.
Again buying new shoes just for change is also not an economically viable alternative. Whenever I went to buy new shoes in the store, I kept looking for used shoes. At times, it seemed quite embarrassing to ask the salesperson about second-hand items, still that was the only option I had.
Last Christmas, I discovered incidentally that our neighbors were carrying a large box in their car. Out of curiosity, my kid inquired from them and we were surprised to know that they had bought used shoes on-line. When the box was opened, there were five pairs, nicely packed and looking as good as new. If they had not disclosed the fact that these were used shoes, we would have never guessed. They were branded and genuinely priced.
On the same day, I sat before my computer and logged in to the website: http://www.used-shoes-world.com. It was a pleasant surprise for me that there was so much variety for all age groups. The shoes were categorized into four categories according to their condition and priced accordingly.
Almost all the popular brands like Magnum, Meindl, Wellco etc. were available. I placed my order and the next day they were delivered. Everyone in my family was happy to receive a Christmas present of his or her choice. I told my friends about it and they all thanked me for sharing the brilliant idea of saving money.
