|While the weather’s still warm, it’s not too soon to think about what you will need in the way footwear in the upcoming seasons. In fact, now is the ideal time to start checking out those Rieker anti-stress shoes and boots that will ensure your feet are comfortable and properly supported during the fall and winter months.

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Still not convinced that now is the best time to shop for new footwear? Consider these advantages of shopping now instead of later. 
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Shopping While Everything is In Stock

One of the benefits of shopping now is that everything is in stock. That may or may not be the case if you wait another month or longer. At this juncture, you have complete access to any pair of shoes or boots that capture your attention. That’s especially important if you wear a size that tends to be difficult to find in the first place. Shop now and you won't have to deal with the disappointment of finding out that the perfect pair of shoes or boots are temporarily or permanently out of stock. 

Comparing Color and Other Options With Ease

Another advantage of shopping now is that you have a wider range of choices when it comes to colours, heel types, and other features common with any type of footwear. Do you see a pair that you like and think it would be great to have them in basic black as well as a vibrant red? The odds are quite high that you can get pairs in both colours now. That may not be true after a few weeks pass. 

Plenty of Time to Read Reviews

Since you’re choosing to shop ahead of the crowd, there’s more time to look online for reviews of any design that catches your eye. You’ll likely find some reviews on the retailer’s site, but it helps to conduct a general search and see what else you can find. This is especially important if you’re considering footwear made by a manufacturer that you’ve never worn before. Reading those reviews will either indicate the choice is a good one or that you need to look for a similar design offered by a different manufacturer. 

Enjoying Early Bird Sales

Did you know that online footwear retailers offer flash sales and one-day discounts? The odds of coming across one of those are better than most people realize. There are even what some retailers call early bird sales designed for customers who shop ahead. You could end up getting the ideal shoes for fall and winter at below the standard pricing, just because you chose to shop early. 

Relax While Everyone Else is Scrambling for Fall and Winter Footwear

In a matter of weeks, a lot of people will be trying to find the footwear they need for the upcoming cooler seasons. Unfortunately, they may have to do a lot more searching for what they want. In the meantime, you can sit back and relax. After all, the ARA shoes you wanted were bought, shipped, and now tucked away in the closet for you to wear any time you like. 

Settle into a comfortable chair today and start looking for the shoes or boots that you’ll need in the months to come. Take your time, compare brands and designs, and take advantage of special pricing or discounted shipping options. Once you try this approach to shoe shopping, you’ll never want to go about this task any other way. 

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