“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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I follow Earth Footwear on Twitter as well!
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Twitter: TheLadyMama
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I want to win the Swank boots because they look sexy, cute and fun! Much cuter than those other suede boots you see everywhere, which shall remain nameless.
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Twitter: evenstar
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I would wear these boots all the time, especially on my trip to Paris in November when it is very cold over there! Look at ‘em. Beautiful! Perfect with jeans or skirt and a sweater.
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those are nice looking boots. And I agree they would look good with jeans or a jean skirt….nice.
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I love Earth Shoes, but I have never owned a pair of Earth Boots!! I would wear them in the fall and winter with skirts and dresses and funky tights.
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I love Earth shoes, but alas, only have summer type versions, my favorite sandals ever, so I would love a pair of boots. They look so comfy and non-conforming!
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I would love these boots. Earth shoes help me be more stable so I don’t fall down as much. I have Earths for summer but these would keep me safe in the winter.
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I need these because I have no boots and would wear them with jeans!
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These boots would make a perfect gift for one of my friends that lives in a colder area! Thank you so much for the chance to win
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I would love to win these because I love to wear boots in the winter with my skirts.
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I really want a pair of these boots. They are beautiful and I love the fact they are comfy. I subscribe to your site.
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My Earth shoes never give me sore feet, and I’d love to have a swank Swank pair of boots to wear for the fall! I don’t think I’m going to get into jeggings, so I’d probably wear them with my thick fall skirts. Mmmm boots.
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I would wear these in the fall/winter with jeans.
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I have been wanting a pair of Earth shoes since I first heard of them. I have Lupus and Fibromyalgia and my doctors told me they would probably help my back a great deal and allow me to walk for longer periods without so much back pain.
The boots are beautiful! They look warm too
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Twitter: ivettemuller01
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I really like these boots and have been looking for something nice to wear with my regular clothes rather than my Sketchers Tone Up tennis shoes. I’m really interested in their technology vs. Sketchers because I haven’t been all that impressed with the shoes and they were expensive!
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Twitter: danisej
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Oh my gosh! Cutest suede boots ever! I would love to wear these boots with a pair of skinny jeans and a long sweater this fall… sigh.
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I would love these boots. I have foot problems and haven’t been able to wear boots because I couldn’t afford the kind that are good for your feet. These are the answer to my problem! I would probably wear them with just about everything! (I love the idea of wearing them with the jeggings, BTW!)
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Twitter: osnsmom
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I am in love with these boots. IN LOVE! First of all I have terrible posture, and a bad knee. Therefore these boots would be amazing for me. Plus they are GORGEOUS!
Additionally, I am five months pregnant and need hot boots to go with my winter maternity clothes. I need to look good here in NYC!
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September 9th, 2010 at 8:54 am
Oh and I followed Earth Footwear on Twitter and I already follow RealLifeSarah because she ROCKS!
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Great looking boots. I would wear these with my jeans in the cooler weather.
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i would love to win a pair of swank boots they are so cute i would wear them with a dress and a pair of leggings
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I think these boots would look awesome with some legging or a nice skirt.
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Twitter: coriwestphal
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I’d love to win these because I’m always in need of another pair of boots. My feet are always cold here in MN and boots are a stylish way to warm them up! and I think I’d pair these with some cute skinny jeans!
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I want to win these boots because I’ve recently purchased my first pair of Earth shoes and I am now HOOKED. I already notice improvements to my posture and my legs just feel great after walking in them, even after a long day. I would wear the boots with a great denim skirt I just picked up for fall.
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I want to win because I don’t have any boots! Except this one pair, but one’s not gonna cut it. I’d wear it with jeans, of course, because I never wear anything but jeans!
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