Warmer weather is on it’s way and that usually means more time outside! Dining alfresco style is a beautiful idea around Spring. Whether you dine on your apartment balcony or in your backyard, you are probably going to want to get back in touch with your green thumb to complete your space. We have had a bit of an obsession with the current “it” plant- Pilea Peperomioides aka Chinese money plant. There is apparently great luck and money coming your way with this plant, except for just one thing – you already need lots of money and Macgyver’s determination to get your hands on one. Little baby Pilea’s go for as much as $100 and are as rare as hen’s teeth. There are waiting lists for them much like those of the designer pooches. So what are you going to wear when the outdoors is calling, you have your hot little hands on your Pilea and secateurs ready?
When choosing your gardening shoes you should look for the following features –
- Waterproof
- Good foot and ankle coverage to prevent debris getting in
- A moulded sole or room for one of your old orthotics to keep you comfortable and well supported
Having these features will not only reduce the possibility of injury from over-exertion (believe us, it happens) but also stop nasty fungus and bugs from infecting your feet and nails. Rather than tempt fate with your new Adidas, there are some fantastic options available for the sometimes gardener, right up to those who would prefer to live outside. And you can double up your gardening shoes for wet-weather footwear!
First up, look no further than the iconic Hunter gumboot – you cannot compete with these when it comes to chic and functional garden wear. The Hunter’s are waterproof and high enough to completely cover your foot to stop any debris getting in. Let’s face it – there’s no better place to pick up a fungal infection than in the garden! If you value your Hunters more highly than getting them dirty (yes, a lot of us wear these as a fashion item), then Bogs are a good alternative.
If you want less of a gumboot vibe and more of a fashion aesthetic then Melissa shoes offer a good waterproof (although slightly less protective) alternative.
Or you could go all out with Dolce and Gabbana Fall 2015? (Just kidding, please don’t)
Which gardening shoes are your favourites? We’d love to hear.
Until next time,
E&E.
