“Swank” Suede Boots from Earth Footwear! (Giveaway)
September 2, 2010 by Sarah
Filed under Read These!, Reviews & Giveaways
Contest is Closed. Winner is comment #34 Libby
I first heard about Earth Footwear at the Type A Mom Conference last year, where they were sponsors. This was the first time I had heard of a shoe making a difference in posture, calorie burn, and toning. It intrigued me to think that a shoe could have such a positive impact, although we DO know how poor shoes can have a negative affect on posture, back pain and the like.
So I was thrilled when I got the chance to try out the brand new Swank Boots from Earth Footwear! First of all, these boots look cool, which is the most important thing, right? I have been wading gently into the world of boots in the last few years, and I have a couple pairs of high heel boots I got for $10 each on sale. But sometimes, I want to wear boots and still be casual and comfortable, so the look of the Swank Boots is right up my alley.
I picked up my very first pair of Jeggings (Jeans + Leggings) in NY
last month, so I am so excited to wear them with my Earth Footwear Swanks, and a longer shirt/sweater! I can also see me going to and from dance class in these boots, to cover my ankles and foot muscles in the winter. Can you picture it? Tights, skirt, sweatshirt, and slouchy suede boots!
So I’ve been wearing my boots with my jean skirt this week to see how they felt, despite my 7 year old saying, “Why are you wearing boots in the summer?” By the way, I think they’d look awesome with a flowing, Bohemian-ish dress, you know, how the celebrities do?
So here’s what Leah Segedie, the official “spokesmom” for Earthwear shoes says about them:
Earth Footwear is a healthy shoe. Not only do they help you burn more calories while you are walking, but they are also very good for your posture and alignment. So if you have any back problems, you should notice some relief as you are wearing them. And you will also notice a slight lift in your butt and thighs as you wear them around. They force you to use muscles in that area that aren’t normally used when walking. You should also notice your calves getting tighter as well. The technology behind the shoes are simple, but ingenious. You are walking on a slight 3.7 degree incline where your toes will be slightly elevated from your heels. So it will be like walking up a small ramp all day long.
From the Earth Footwear website, the 10 Second Rule when you first try them on
* While wearing the footwear on both of your feet, stand up slowly and stay stationary for ten seconds (you’ll feel an initial sensation of leaning back)
* Take an additional ten seconds and allow your body to make natural adjustments (you’ll feel your weight shift over the center of your feet toward your arches)
* During these ten seconds, you’ll also feel your head straighten, your shoulders roll back, your core muscles activate (as your spine and pelvis aligns), and your hamstring, quad, and calf muscles engage
I DID feel all these things! As I wore the boots, (if I paid attention) I could really fee my thighs and glutes tightening, engaging! But the greatest thing was that after a while, it didn’t feel any different than walking in my regular shoes. My body really did make all the adjustments, and there was no discomfort!
One of my stubborn areas of fitness is the thigh/glute area, so I am excited to see howthe addition of the Swank boots will affect my fitness regimen. I am dancing twice a week: ballet, jazz, hip hop, so I need my legs to be strong and toned! But in my opinion, the best thing about all the Earth Footwear styles is that they are great looking! Some of the freak-a-zoid styles of “fitness shoes” these days do not make me want to wear them! Earth Footwear is different.
Here are some places you can find more information about Earth Footwear:
And now you can WIN a pair!
- Leave a comment saying why you want to win these boots! (And what you would wear them with, if you want)
Leave a separate comment for an extra chance if you:
- are a Real Life RSS Subscriber (Subscribe by reader) (Subscribe by email)
- follow @EarthFootWear on Twitter
- follow @RealLifeSarah on Twitter
- Post this Giveaway on Twitter (must include @reallifesarah and @EarthFootwear) Here is an example Tweet:
I entered to #win @earthfootwear “Swank” boots #giveaway($149) from @reallifesarah! http://www.reallifeblog.net/?p=4438
(I do this to thank subscribers/followers with an extra chance to win!)
And remember, Real Life is on Facebook now! I’d love to connect with you there! Remember to share with your Facebook Friends! Use the Facebook share button at the top, or “Like” this article below!
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This contest will be open to Continental US Residents 18 or older, through September 10, 2010. One winner will be chosen by random number generator, and notified by email. Winner will be responsible for claiming the prize by email.
Disclosure: Earth Footwear provided me these boots to try out, and provide my honest opinion. (And one for a reader!) All opinions are my own. No other compensation was provided for this review/giveaway.
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Twitter: sian_i_am
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I definitely need some new boots for fall and have been looking for some good quality high ones. I’d wear them with skinny jeans or leggings, and a chunky wrap sweater, with a cute print underneath. Hope I win them!
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Twitter: sisters_kitchen
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Oh.my.gosh! I can’t believe that you get to do this!!! I definitely need a pair of these. Partly so I can dress just like you. (Snicker….just kidding!) I can’t think of a better pair of boots to put on my feet during a Boone winter. I LOVE boots. I love snow. It all works.
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I want to wear these boots!!!!!!!!!!! Um, win them I mean.
Thanks Sarah!
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Just followed them on Twitter…
(This bird wants those boots!)
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Twitter: sisters_kitchen
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AND I’m a RealLife subscriber.
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Twitter: sisters_kitchen
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Tweeted this: http://twitter.com/Sisters_Kitchen/status/22821998647
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Twitter: sisters_kitchen
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I’m now a follower of @EarthFootwear on Twitter
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Twitter: sisters_kitchen
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And I already follow @RealLifeSarah on Twitter
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Oh, I would love to win these boots! I would wear them with my jeans.
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I subscribe via Reader too
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I love those boots! I need some good boots! Subscribed via email!
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Twitter: Kcares
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I have heard great things about earth footwear.
These look so comfortable. It has been about 2 years since
I purchased new boots. I would wear these with a long sweater and leggings. Take care
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Wow! These sound great! I would love these for our Midwestern Winters – sure to keep my tootsies warm:)
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follow earth foot wear on twitter
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Twitter: TheMommyMusings
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I follow you on Twitter
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Twitter: TakeRoot
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Oooo, Love these! I want to say I would wear w/a sweater dress right above the knee, but since its so hot here in Orlando, probably will be with some Jeggings or super straight legged jeans. Black of course. I REALLY need new boots before the weather changes and have been curious about these.
Blessings!
Noelle
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Twitter: TheMommyMusings
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I’m following earth footwear on Twitter
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Twitter: TakeRoot
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Ok, so we need to do each of these separate!
I follow you on twitter
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Twitter: TakeRoot
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Following Earth Footwear on twitter! <3
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Twitter: TakeRoot
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Liked your Fan Page
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Twitter: TakeRoot
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Crack me up, im doing this while cohosting a live show…
I follow your feed
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Twitter: TakeRoot
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And Finally! I tweeted it out!
TakeRoot: I entered to #win @earthfootwear “Swank” boots #giveaway($149) from @reallifesarah! http://bit.ly/9CxbjA
Original Tweet: http://twitter.com/TakeRoot/statuses/22850456388
Woot, now it’s out of my control!
Noelle
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Twitter: cuponeandolive
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I only have a pair of boots since it was too hot in FL to use them. Now, I’m in need to build my fall/winter wardrobe and that include boots.
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Twitter: cuponeandolive
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I suscribe via RSS reader!
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Twitter: cuponeandolive
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I follow you on Twitter!
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Twitter: sleatham1
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I LOVE these boots! They are too cute! If I win, I’m wearing them with my jeans!!
thanks
bleatham*at*gmail.com
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Twitter: sleatham1
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email subscriber
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following you on twitter (sleatham1)
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following earth footwear on twitter as sleatham1
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Twitter: sleatham1
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tweet
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Twitter: amysdivinecakes
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I have really noticed in the last few weeks how bad my posture has gotten. If a shoe could help that I really need to try it!
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Twitter: amysdivinecakes
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I am an e-mail subscriber! Go Me!
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With 4 kids, I’m on my feet, running around all the time- I would be so great to look cute AND be comfortable. I’d probably wear them with EVERYTHING!
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Twitter: simplifiedsavin
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I’d love to win these boots. I’d probably wear them with jeans or jeggings and a collared shirt and blazer!
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Twitter: simplifiedsavin
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I follow you on Twitter!
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Twitter: tannawings
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I LOVE Earth! I have rocked Earth since the 70′s (yes I am that old) These would be great for our MidWest winters!
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Twitter: simplifiedsavin
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I follow @EarthFootwear!
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Twitter: tannawings
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I am a subscriber
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Twitter: tannawings
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I follow you on Twitter- just saw you tweet this!
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Twitter: tannawings
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I have followed EarthFootwear on twitter forever! @tannawings
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I’d like to win these because I love boots but never buy them.
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I follow RealLifeSarah on Twitter
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I follow EarthFootwear on Twitter
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Twitter: AQuietHeart
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If these boots really do help relieve back pain, I’m in! I’d love it if I owned a pair of shoes that were cute, and made my back feel better…
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Twitter: AQuietHeart
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I follow you on Twitter (@AQuietHeart)
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Twitter: AQuietHeart
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And, I am a new follower of @EarthFootWear!
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