Poker Star Phil Hellmuth stopped by Zappos to teach us how to make the perfect poker face!!! Think you can do better than us? SHOW US!

We all love Ellen so much and we really want her to visit! We even have a desk ready for her. Please come to Zappos!

Loren is known around the office as an Easy Going guy, but today he was definitely not Himself. Fortunately Heaven from the Help Desk Called before the Situation Escalated into Disaster. The Livelihood of his Footwear Collection is at stake in this Episode of the Shoe Whisperer.

There are many movies, which upon watching their footage, inspire people to get out into the wild in one way or another. One of such movies is the IMAX film, *Yellowstone*. Set in Yellowstone National Park in Montana, the beauty of the park’s nature and wildlife will leave those who have never visited planning a trip.

As seen in the movie Yellowstone, there are many breathtaking scenes of nature all around Yellowstone National Park. Old Faithful, the famous geyser, is located at Yellowstone National Park. Old Faithful can be viewed by foot on the trail or by car on a one-way drive. To get the whole nature experience, by foot is probably best. Since this will be on a hiking trail, onlookers should be sure to wear the proper hiking shoes , as well as carry a knapsack of hiking supplies.

Yellowstone also features an animal stampede, which may also be seen at the Yellowstone National Park. There is an abundance of wildlife in Yellowstone National Park, much of which can be seen very up close. It is important to stay in your car in some areas because of this closeness. There are designated areas to view animals on foot. Safety is key when in a natural wildlife habitat.

Inspired by Yellowstone to run wild in the nature at Montana’s Yellowstone National Park? You just may be in luck. Backcountry hiking sites with overnight camping are available at the park, with a Backcountry Use Permit. Be sure to bring all your hiking and camping gear to be prepared.

Because a safe distance from the wild animals is at least 100 yards away (anything closer is prohibited for safety purposes), a good pair of binoculars is essential for viewing wildlife. To capture those images, a good camera is also ideal.

When it’s time to settle in for the night, a sturdy tent can provide a decent shelter in an outdoor environment. Be sure to choose the one that is the right size for your group. Speaking of groups, keep in mind that when in a wild outdoor scene, such as this, safety is in numbers. Backcountry hiking alone is not recommended by the parks.

Sources:
http://boxoffice.com/reviews/2008/08/yellowstone.php
http://www.nps.gov/yell

So you made it to class for another lesson from the shoe encyclopedia! Before we begin, let’s review what was learned in the last lesson. Last time, we covered the rearfoot, the graphite rollbar, the Visible Air Sole Unit in Nike footwear and what it means to be biomechanically efficient. Remember that if you missed the last lesson (or any before it), all of them can be found on Zappos. Now, back to today’s lesson. This time we’ll discuss a stability web, bespoke footwear, adiFit from Adidas and Heel ProGrid from Saucony.

Stability Web
Don’t worry. We’re not talking spiders here. In New Balance footwear, a stability web is used to describe a special stability system installed under the arch. It is designed to create support in the mid-foot region, while giving flexibility to the forefoot.

Bespoke
Bespoke is a term used to describe footwear that has been custom made, more than likely by hand. Footwear considered bespoke cannot be remade for anyone but the original customer. Many shoemakers will keep the measurements on their customers’ footwear, in case the customer decides to order another pair of the same shoes in the future. This way, it will be easy to replicate the footwear exactly.

adiFit
Adidas brand footwear uses the term adiFit to describe a special removable insole in children’s footwear. This device helps to measure children’s feet to properly determine their shoe size. It is designed especially for Adidas brand children’s footwear. Such a tool can be very convenient and useful to parents since children’s feet grow quite rapidly. You might hear some claim that their kids grow overnight.

Heel ProGrid
Heel ProGrid is a special layer inserted into the heel section of a shoe. It’s designed to give the foot more stability by dispersing the shock and absorbing the impact. Heel ProGrid is designed especially for Saucony brand shoes. It is a very useful feature in running shoes. In running, the feet are impacting the ground at a higher force than during walking or regular activities. The extra support can help reduce the impact on the foot.

Sources:
http://www.dancestore.com/z-shoeterms.asp
http://www.kohlscorporation.com/ecom/valueadded/ProductGuides/Shoes_Term...

There are a lot of young woman and teenagers that look up to Nicole Richie for her style of fashion. She seems to have a laid back, yet fashionable, casual wardrobe, but then she knows how to be sophisticated and elegant for special events. She always has that slightly Boho-chic look to her clothing without looking too messy. Here are some ideas on how you, too, can look like Nicole Richie

Accessorizing is a must. If you have ever seen pictures of Nicole Richie, she has tons of accessories on any given day. Think over-sized sunglasses, chunky necklaces and bracelets, head bands and scarves, big rings and definitely scarves around the neck. She also seems to be always carrying a big handbag, sometimes a little too big for her petite frame. This large handbag from Marc Jacobs would definitely be a bag that Nicole Richie would carry.

When it comes your actual clothing, skinny jeans and black leggings are a must for your wardrobe. Also, another must are long maxi-dresses that go down to your ankles. Look for ones that have an empire-waist or a halter top and are flowing with a pretty pattern or print. For tops, Nicole seems to like looser tops that are longer. Look for longer blouses or fitted t-shirts to wear with the legging or skinny jeans. For more of a dressed-up Nicole Richie look, try a strapless short dress or even a long strapless dress with a floral pattern.

One thing that you can tell about Nicole Richie’s fashion is that she loves shoes. She can be seen wearing high heeled pumps most of the time. These look great with the skinny jeans and leggings. For a more casual (and comfortable) look, Nicole goes for flat Bohemian-style shoes with embellishments and stones or flat boots like these Juicy Couture ones. For night time, keep your shoes interesting with bold colors, embellishments, high heels and interesting cutouts.

The history of shoes is filled with interesting and innovated designers. Each designer offers shoe lines that incorporate what the designer thinks shoe buyers want. WhiteMountain is a shoe company that focuses on shoes that are affordable, comfortable and fashionable. From the 1980s to the present, White Mountain has been offering a great selection of chic styles.

History of White Mountain
White Mountain started business in 1980. From their beginning they had a mission, and that mission was to make feet happy. They accomplished this by combining old world craftsmanship with modern technology. This combination produced shoe lines that had the supple feel of handcrafted leather with the ergonomic advantages that modern technology lends to shoe designs. Throughout the last several decades White Mountain has produced several great lines of shoes and shoe styles, and they have sold millions upon millions of fashionable shoes to women around the globe.

White Mountain Shoes
White Mountain has launched several shoe lines. One of the most popular shoe lines is the Rialto. This shoe line is a value price line, which basically means that these shoes are affordable. This line includes both every day shoes that are appropriate for work shoes and hanging around the house, as well as occasion shoes, which are appropriate for special events like date night, weddings and other celebrations.

Another popular line offered by White Mountain is Happy Feet. This line of shoes is dedicated to casual footwear. This includes great strappy sandals called Gladiators, flats, sandals and wedges.

White Mountain focuses on four different types of shoes. Their flats styles include Garrison and Granby. These shoes are great for work and casual wear. The second style that they carry is the Gladiators line. Gladiators are great strappy sandals that come in several styles from thongs to open toed sandals. The final styles offered by White Mountain are sandals and wedges. Both of these styles work well for both casual and dressy occasions.

Buying White Mountain Shoes
In order to buy White Mountain shoes you will need to find a White Mountain outlet or a shoe store that carries this line of shoes. Fortunately, there are many places across the country that carry White Mountain shoes. The next time you are out looking for a great pair of casual or dress shoes, look for the White Mountain label.

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