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While there are few things that are more fun than buying a new pair of shoes, the process of breaking them in is not always as awesome. Sure, it feels great to step out in a pair of brand new kicks. But what happens when the inevitable blisters arrive? New shoes can also cause swelling and a number of other forms of discomfort. It’s a pain we know all too well.

Sometimes, the pain of new shoes hardly seems worth it. It is just easier to wear the ones that we have already broken in. Instead of being forced to limp home, wouldn’t it be nice if there was a way to break shoes in without the hassles? That’s where this excellent hack comes into play. You can now break in your new shoes, without experiencing the usual aches and pains.

The fix is in and it is an easy one. Best of all, it can be achieved with various items that you should already have on hand. All it takes is a hairdryer, a very thick pair of socks and one regular pair of socks. If you do not have any thick socks on hand, use two regular pairs. This should do the trick quite nicely. Once the socks are on your feet, shove them deep into the shoes.

Do your feet feel pinched? If so, that is a good sign. That means that you are doing it right. Turn the hairdryer on its highest possible setting and run it over the parts of the shoes that feel the tightest. As soon as the shoes start to loosen, turn off the hairdryer and take a walk around.

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"I design my shoes to have a minimal break-in period. However, high-quality shoes are designed to hold their shape and last. This means they often fit snugly at first and mold to your foot with wear. Here are my tips to kickstart that process!" Xo, Sarah ❤️ #FlintHints

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Try it again without the socks and see if there is any difference. You should notice a sufficient amount of stretching. If not, that means you will need to repeat the process until you achieve the desired results. Aaron Marino is a style expert and an image consultant. Would you like to learn more about this amazing hack? Take a moment to check out the helpful hack that he is offering on this topic.

There is one important note that we need to pass along: shoes that are made of certain materials do not qualify for this hack. If they are made of synthetic materials or plastics, this means you will have to look elsewhere. We urge you to pass this story along to your friends and loved ones who are looking to avoid the pains that are associated with new shoes. They are sure to appreciate the tip!