I may be a little late on the pitch on this one, but I got to try on a new pair of shoes last night at, of all places, Whole Foods Market.
So, what do these shoes have to do with Whole Foods? Well, TOMS are the driving force behind Blake Mycoskie's dream of covering the feet of poverty-stricken children all over the world. For every shoe purchased, a child in need will also receive their own pair of TOMS.
Since it's inception in May 2006, TOMS has given over 60,000 shoes to children throughout South America and Africa.
The design of the shoe is rather simple. Based on a traditional Argentine shoe, TOMS consist of a single-pice sole, and a piece of fabric wrapped and sewn over the top of the foot. I found them incredibly comfortable and novel. Easy on, easy off....much like a certain other shoe alternative, but way more fashionable!
They come in a wide range of colors and patterns for both men and women. But, the coolest ones are the TINY TOMS!!! So adorable! To think that while my beautiful, blonde son plays in the lush grass of Franklin, Tennessee, a little boy is kicking a soccer ball in the dirt and gravel of South America, it's the least I can do to cover his bare feet.
I haven't purchased any yet, but plan to get a pair very soon. I encourage you to visit their website, www.tomsshoes.com, enjoy the coolness of their design, and impact the feet of children all over the world.
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A poignant reminder of what WE take for granted.....and, of course, WE can't do with less than a dress pair, a play pair, a work pair....and several pairs to match the outfits in our burgeoning closets...
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