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The beginning of January is an exciting time for everyone who wants to kick off an exciting year with the quest of good health and exercise. It is also an exciting time for your local shoe store that has rows and rows of your favorite brands like Brooks, Hoka One, New Balance, On Running, and…
Thanksgiving has always been very special to me, and Madison Central’s Band is going to make this one more special than any other. I remember being awakened by the sound of my mom tearing sheets of aluminum foil from the roll and stretching them across countless casserole dishes. From my bed which was positioned below…
These shoes were made for more than just walking If we stop to think about it, all shoes can be walked in. Now if that was their intended purpose that is another story. I am going to tell you the story how my shoes were intended for more than just walking. I decided to take…
On June 16, 2019, we’ll be celebrating the Dads, Granddads, Stepdads and those who have been fatherly mentors in our lives. Although our moms get a lot of credit and love, our fathers provide a key role in a child’s emotional development as well as a vital connection and source of approval even in our…
Baseball and Softball Moms Are The Real Warriors Of The Diamond. Here’s Just 6 Of The Reasons Why: 1: Uniform Maintenance – Kids get one jersey for a sport that is played on dirt, with multiple games throughout the week. Every mom of the diamond has had that moment 20 minutes before time to leave…
“All that I am, or hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” – Abraham Lincoln The Hardest Job in the World – Motherhood The most underappreciated but most precious and necessary job in the world is that of a mom. Mothers are overworked, stressed, exhausted and often work every waking hour of the…
Get Ready for Spring with by Cleaning your Closet Spring is the time to reboot, refresh and tidy up! It’s recommended once a year to go through your closet and drawers and remove items you haven’t worn in one year, donate and replace with items that have quality and versatility for your particular lifestyle. PURGE…
Winter Clearance at Soft Shoe “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” … post-Christmas. Our customers look forward to our Winter Clearance each year for the incredible deals on our designer brands of boots, booties and shoes. We have gone through the store and have marked down most all of our women’s boots and…
Tips to Reduce Stress during the Holiday Season “80% of Americans say they have holiday stress and nearly one-third admit shopping for gifts is the main reason, according to a study by Chase Card Services.” The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year with time spent with family and friends, sipping on hot cocoa, listening…
Get ready for the Holidays at Soft Shoe! It’s the most wonderful time of the year … again, where the giving holiday spirit dominates the negative news cycles as we show appreciation to our family and friends and generosity to those in need. This is the season when we show that love conquers all. This…
Fall is such an exciting time in the Bluegrass! There’s an abundance of Fall Festivals, apple and pumpkin picking, corn mazes, and plenty of outdoor attractions to enjoy the seasonal weather. Here’s a sampling of upcoming events in Central Kentucky: October 12-14, 2018 – Oktoberfest 2018 at Harrodsburg First, 120 S. Main Street, Harrodsburg, KY…
Facts About Breast Cancer In The United States One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women. Although breast cancer in men is rare, an estimated 2,470 men will…
Soft Shoe’s Featured Fall Apparel & Bags The First day of Fall is coming this Saturday even though the temps are going to be in the 90’s later this week. But we know that will soon change, “If you don’t like the weather in Kentucky, just wait a minute.” The trees are already shedding their…
If you haven’t been to Richmond KY in the past months or even years, you are missing out on shopping, eating and entertainment opportunities that have been recently added to our scenic and historic home. We’d like to reacquaint our friends from Lexington, Georgetown, Nicholasville, Versailles, Midway, Paris, Winchester, Irvine, Berea, Lancaster and all of…
Wishing all our Kentucky students a successful year at school! School is in session for most of our Central Kentucky students as of today, and we area also excited to welcome back our EKU Students!! Now the real fun begins, for students and parents, as we run back and forth to class, school events, sports…
It’s Back to School and School Shopping Time It’s hard to believe because Summer is still in full swing, but in just a little over a week, most Central Kentucky school’s are back in session! Which also means – it’s time for School Shopping! At Soft Shoe, we have comfortable, cute and trendy shoes for…
We’re back from a short break! After a month off due to vacations, graduations and holidays (Father’s Day & Independence Day), we are resuming our monthly “New Arrivals” to showcase our new inventory for the season. At Soft Shoe, we select only the highest quality brands of shoes that not only look great and but…
Get Ready for Vacation Season It’s vacation season now that schools out, graduation season is completed, and it’s the perfect beach weather. The most common vacation-related stress, besides footing the bill for your lodging and transportation, is packing for your vacation. Most of us worry about having enough to wear but still packing light, being…
A Tribute to all the Dads in our Lives From the days of Sonora Smart Dodd, (who dedicated the first Father’s Day to her widower veteran father of six children, on June 19, 1910 in Washington state), to 1972 when it was finally declared a national holiday, fathers and their role in the family have come a…
June is just a week away, school’s out and Father’s day is a few weeks away so it’s the time of the year to unwind, relax and dip our toes in the ocean. Our featured items this week have a great line up of fun, comfortable and stylish sandals and fun tees. Get ready for…
Memorial Day is May 28, 2018 Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many…
May is the month of celebrating the moms and grandmothers of our lives, a time to celebrate the end of the school year, to congratulate our graduates and to take new journeys as Summer vacation plans begin to take shape. In each of those various memory-making occasions, we want to look stylish, feel comfortable and…
Teachers, we see you. We see your lives. We see that you not only have a family of your own, but your family has struggles and worries just like ours. We see that ding on the door of your car, the weeds poking through the mulch in your flower bed, and the tears in your…
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My childhood is filled with memories of all kinds. Sitting above a small pond in a willow tree trying to spot frogs and crawdads while anxiously awaiting my mom’s snack delivery. Holding my mom’s hand while walking through a store and hiding behind her anytime a stranger’s eye locked on to me. (She told me…
May is almost here and so is the time for making plans for Graduation, Summer Vacations, and even Stay-cations! Soft Shoe is in step with all your Summer journeys regardless of how far you go or even if you decide to stay home and explore the beautiful Bluegrass. This week’s featured shoes will bring comfort…
About David: David is a manager at Kentucky Printing, who is on his feet 6-8 hours per day. David is also an avid runner and founder of a local run group in Richmond KY, called Run Richmond. While training he averages 15-20 miles a week, and 5-10 miles of running throughout the rest…
Okay, although the experts swear it is Spring, the snow and cold weather persist regardless of what the calendars say and I know I’m not alone when I say that I am ready for Spring weather to finally arrive. And even though today is still in the 50’s, the forecast shows 70’s by the end…
What is Foot Health Awareness Month? According to the American Podiatrist Medical Association, April is the nation’s Foot Health Awareness of Month. Their hope is that patients and healthcare provider spend each April focusing on the importance of foot health to the entire body. As the APMA says on their website, “Your feet are excellent…
Let’s Walk a Mile in our Customers’ Shoes … “I feel like I’m walking on marshmallows!” “I purchased the pair of Chacos because they looked stylish, were comfortable when I tried them on and they were on sale. Because of my Chacos, I tend to walk more because my feet feel great, I feel like…
Happy first week of Spring! At the spring equinox (this year it fell on March 2th), days are approximately 12 hours long with day length increasing as the season progresses. Spring and “springtime” refer to the season, and also to ideas of rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection and regrowth. We celebrate Spring with sandals, walking shoes, tee-shirts, bath bombs and…
A Preview of our Spring/Summer Collection A list of Festivals in Central KY Our Spring Birkenstock Giveaway Spring is Here … regardless what the Thermostat Says! We are done with winter, we are threw with the cold temperatures, putting away the sweaters, coats & mittens, and refusing to enduring another freezing cold, sleeting, rainy or worse…
The countdown to Spring is just one week away!! The weather is already warming up and dare I say, we see signs of Spring already. So let’s talk Spring break fashion with premium brand sandals, cheerful tees, and flip flops! We only carry shoes and apparel that are made for comfort, with quality and superior…
Calling all Runners & Walkers in Central Kentucky Running races can be a fun, motivating, and confidence-boosting experience, but some runners are hesitant to enter their first road race. Signing up for a race will keep you motivated to run, as the deadline of the race approaches. Your running schedule will have more structure as…
Soft Shoe is welcoming Spring with a giveaway for one pair of Clarks® shoes or sandals! Enter to win with your name and a confirmed email to win a pair of Clark®s men or women’s shoes, sandals, walking or running shoes in stock at Soft Shoe. When you sign up for our Soft Shoe Newsletters, you…
Let’s Walk a Mile in our Customers’ Shoes … “My workouts no longer bothered my feet.” “The sales person mentioned how great Brooks running shoes were but they were more than I usually paid for shoes. Previously, I’ve always bought running shoes based on their appearance and it was time to buy based on comfort and…
The first day of Spring is just three weeks away, EKU’s Spring break is in just 10 days away, and Madison County Schools‘ Spring Break is just four weeks away! Vacation time is just around the corner and whether you’re hitting the trails, the beach, or taking the family to Disney, you want to be…
Spring has nearly Sprung The first day of Spring is just four weeks away after a long, cold winter here in the Bluegrass. We are all ready for warmer weather, more hours of daylight, and our favorite outdoor activities. Whether your favorite Spring activity is gardening, walking, running, hiking, biking, taking the kids the park,…
Happy Valentine’s Day from the staff at Soft Shoe! We are getting ready for the warmer weather with promoting our new Spring inventory with sandals, flip flops and colorful tees. We also have a growing inventory of handmade, locally made, trendy jewelry that won’t break the bank but will add some bling to your favorite…
“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” – Dr. Seuss, Author Valentine’s Day is a day to show love & appreciation to your family, partners and friends with thoughtful gifts and sweet messages. How better to show how much you care than a gift…
About Nick & Kirsten We’re so excited to interview our first couple for our Walk a Mile series: Valentine’s Day edition. Meet Nick and Kirsten, who live in Richmond KY. They met as EKU students through mutual friends, they quickly became friends and workout partners. We are happy to announce they recently got engaged and…
As we bid the month of January adieu and say hello to February, we find ourselves anticipating the arrival of spring. Even though it’s one month closer we aren’t quite out of the woods just yet. Officially there are still two more months left of winter and here at Soft Shoe are ready with styles…
The Original Muck® Boot Company story began in 1999 with the sole purpose of building the most comfortable, high-performance footwear on the market. The need for a more comfortable boot for use in messy and tough conditions led to the design of The Original Muck® Boot Company branded footwear. Every boot in the line is…
Merrell is an American footwear company founded by Clark Matis, Randy Merrell, and John Schweizer in 1981 as a maker of high-performance hiking boots. Since 1997 the company has been a wholly owned subsidiary of shoe industry giant Wolverine World Wide. Whether it’s a dot on the map or a place in your head, Merrell believes the trail is anyplace…
Forever a Foot Ahead! They started designing sneakers for women in 1916 with a simple, yet chic take on canvas footwear. Their goal was and still is to empower women to be who they want to be and go where they want to go. Keds recently established a group of Collective Members whose voices have reached far beyond their respective art to…
Let’s Walk a Mile in our Customers’ Shoes … “I could barely walk without being in pain before.” “I have plantar fasciitis and a torn ligament in my foot. Had to have shoes with arch support and comfort. I discovered that I cannot buy cheap shoes anymore. I only buy shoes now that are comfortable…
Getting in shape and staying healthy and active can be a challenge in winter months, but with the right equipment it doesn’t have to be! Whether at work, when exercising or running errands, your shoes make a difference on how far, how fast or how long you will walk. The right shoes or orthotic insoles…
Let’s Walk a Mile in our Customers’ Shoes … “My shoes have proved to be a wonderful purchase!” “January 2017 I started EKU’s nursing program. If I’m at work, at least 13 hours per day! I needed some great, supportive shoes for school and my upcoming career. This summer I started working at Baptist Health…
Two snow days in one week! This unusually frigid winter we’ve been having in the bluegrass has us wanting to stay bundled up and wanting to do all the cozy now day things…..snuggling up in our warmest duds sipping hot cocoa and reading a good book, binge watching our favorite shows, sitting in front of…
It’s Martin Luther King Jr Day on January 15, 2018 Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. An American Baptist minister and activist, Dr. King became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement, which he promoted through nonviolent civil disobedience. He also helped to organize…
How did everyone survive their first official week of the new year? Now that we are well on our way into 2018 and the middle of winter, here a Soft Shoe we’ve got everything you need to keep warm and cozy without sacrificing style. Our featured products below will help you do just that as…
We have received dozens of responses to our Walk a Mile questionnaire … and we not only appreciate but have learned so much from our customers’ feedback. Let’s Walk a Mile in our Customers’ Shoes “Foot Health is of Utmost Importance to Factory Workers” “Having spent many years in the United States Army wearing combat…
What is your New Year’s Resolution? I bet we can guess … Year after year, the most the most popular new years’ resolution remains the same – getting in shape. Yup, that right, 37% of Americans want to “stay fit and healthy”, while another 32% hope to “lose weight”. So if it’s your new years’…
Hi there friends! We hope your New Year is off to a great start. If you’ve made a resolution to up your fitness game we are here to help! Investing in functional and high quality athletic gear is proven to help you stay on track and to be even more committed to whatever fitness plan…
Wishing everyone well after a busy and fun-filled holiday weekend! We hope this seasons festivities have left each and everyone of you with peace, joy, love and a whole lot of cheer that you can ride right on into the new year! Speaking of new…..we have another round of exciting new arrivals to share with…
It’s the day after Christmas … all the presents have been opened, delicious food enjoyed, and another year of Holiday traditions shared with family and friends. What now? You can sit around eating leftovers or you can burn some calories shopping on the second best shopping time of the year. If you thought the sales…
Woohoo! Christmas is only 4 days away and we couldn’t be more excited! If you need a few last minute gifts, take a deep breath and forget about fighting the big crowds in Lexington or other shopping malls and head down to Soft Shoe, where you’ll receive fast, friendly and helpful advice from our highly…
About Tom: Tom is a Manager and an Engineer at Hyster Yale. He walks an average of 6500 steps per day. He purchased his Timberland Pro ESD this Summer at Soft Shoe in Richmond. Why did Tom choose his Timberland Pro ESD boots? “I bought the Timberland PROs for their appearance, because as a…
About Cristin: Cristin is a Mental Health Therapist, on her feet nearly 12 hours a day caring for her patients and her family. She’s a working mom, so she understands the value of quality, comfortable shoes. She purchased her Born Temple Booties at Soft Shoe in Richmond KY. Why did Cristin choose her Born Temple…
Tick tock! Only 12 days left until Christmas! Still looking for that perfect gift? Soft Shoe is so much more than just shoes. We have a little (or big) something for everyone on your list. From apparel to cute and stylish accessories, such as handbags, hats, gloves and jewelry. We, of course, still have Richmond’s…
Feels like winter might be here to stay for awhile this week so we decided to share some of our coziest winter styles with you today! Scroll down thru the new arrivals below for a good dose of warm and snuggly winter fashion and swing by our Richmond, KY location to bundle up in some…
Selfies with Santa for our Shoppers It’s the most wonderful time of the year … at Soft Shoe! We like to celebrate the holidays by showing our appreciation for our loyal customers and their families. How? First of all, we are bringing back our annual “Selfies with Santa” where we provide FREE photo ops with…
About Abby: Abby is an EKU Senior Student, majoring in Occupational Science, with a Masters in Occupational Therapy. She walks a good eight to ten thousand steps per day on campus and at her retail part-time job after school. She purchased her Hunter Rain Boots and orthotic insoles at Soft Shoe in Richmond. Why…
Can’t believe we are just days away from the month of December! With parties to attend and gifts to be found, this time of year can be a little hectic. Here at Soft Shoe we take the stress out of holiday shopping with our large variety of shoes, apparel and accessories! We can almost guarantee…
About Mendi: Mendi is President and CEO of the Richmond Chamber, she’s a busy mom, wife and new grandma! She is active in our community, supporting economic development and small business growth. Mendi is wearing her Converse Low-top Chuck Taylors at the EKU Town and Gown event, but also often wears her Frye Riding Boots…
Hello friends! This week we are gearing up for our HUGE Black Friday sale in just a few days, and this year it’s going to be bigger and better than ever. You can do a little advanced planning as well by checking out some of the hottest styles on everyone’s lists this year by scrolling…
History of Black Friday Black Friday is on November 24th and is traditionally the day when we work off all the calories we consumed the day before by shopping until we drop. Black Friday dates back to the early 1960’s because it was the official start of the holiday shopping season. Why? “Black Friday is a…
Get a jump start on your holiday shopping with Soft Shoe! We have a little something for everyone. Check out some of our hottest and most popular new arrivals below to start brainstorming and stop by our Richmond, KY location to view our entire selection of shoes, jewelry, apparel, bags and accessories for the entire…
About Colleen: Colleen is a Richmond business owner as Developer and Designer at TWINE Market & Design, Community Activist, Mom of two and wife. Colleen is wearing her Keen sandals in black. Why did Colleen choose her Keen shoes? “This is my 2nd pair of Keens! I’m always looking for a pair of shoes with…
Happy Wednesday friends! Once again we have the best of the best cozy new fall arrivals that are just too good not to share. So take a peak at the yummy fashion goodness below, because there’s nothing like a little Soft Shoe style to put some pep in your step and race thru the end…
Check your holiday list twice at Soft Shoe The Holiday Season is officially here and the time when your to-do list begins to grow. Statistics show that Christmas shopping can cause as much physical stress as running a marathon and 60% of the shoppers hit festive shopping fatigue after just 32 minutes! Want to reduce the…
Happy 1st day of November everyone! Hope everyone had great Halloween and hopefully more treats than tricks! Now that November has finally rolled around it’ already time to think about getting a jump start on holiday shopping, Check out some of our personal favorites below and stop by so we can help you get some…
Trick or treat? That’s easy, we’ll always choose to treat ourselves to great fall fashion! So take a look below and check out our new fall arrivals that will have you heading over to Soft Shoe to treat yo’self!
Fall and Winter is a time to cozy up, dress down, be comfortable and step out in style! We got you covered at Soft Shoe with a huge inventory of cozy, soft and fuzzy fleece pullovers, stylish long-sleeved tees, warm and durable vests, outerwear and jackets, as well as holiday printed shirts and EKU apparel…
Cooler and much more fall appropriate weather is here and we couldn’t be happier! Check out some more of our new, cool-weather favorites below! We’d love to know which item are you dying to wear?
Heading into mid-October already and we have some gorgeous new arrivals in just in time for the fast-approaching holiday season. Get a jump start on your holiday shopping or indulge in some self-love with the goodies featured below! Also be sure to take advantage of our True Grit GIVEAWAY this month on Instagram. Head on…
We are excited to announce our new Walk a Mile video series. Soft Shoe is committed to providing the highest standard of customers service, the best selection of high quality brands of shoes, apparel and accessories, and a friendly and knowledgeable staff who understand all aspects of foot health. To help us continue to improve…
What is Paint the Town Pink? The 8th Annual Paint the Town Pink will be October 1-October 31. Paint the Town Pink is a month-long celebration to raise awareness about cancer to both men and women as they shop, dine and visit their daily and weekly businesses. The goals for Paint the Town Pink are:…
Hurray! October is finally here and along with it fall seems to have finally arrived! We have so many great fall arrivals pouring in daily and are “falling’ in love with each and every one. heck out some of this weeks favorites below and stop by to see our entire selection of boots, apparel, jewelry…
Fall is a time for cooler weather, falling leaves, Pumpkin Spice everything (from lattes to even pizza!), football, spooky nights and trendy boots! We got the latter covered at Soft Shoe with a HUGE inventory of every type of trendy boot for the Fall/Winter season. So as we are just starting to see cooler temps…
Hello friends! This little heat wave has us dying to wear our huge selection of new cooler weather arrivals. Come on Fall, don’t you know we have cute booties and fleece pullovers to wear? But the good news is, there’s a cold front on the way and tomorrow we should be waking up to much…
Fall is officially just a few days away and we are more than ready to step into the new season. Think campfires, hiking, sipping on pumpkin spice lattes and best of all snuggling up in long sleeved Simply Southern shirts and this seasons most stylish and comfy footwear! Check out some of our favorites below…
The Soft Shoe staff is excited to introduce the newest ‘member’ of their team, Albert, to their Richmond KY store. Who is Albert? Albert is the latest technology foot scanning system, by Aetrex Worldwide Inc. This new and improved technology represents a major leap in foot health analysis from their iStep Foot Scanner. Aetrex saw…
It may not officially be fall just yet but with the chilly mornings and evenings, rainy and crisp cool blue skies it sure feels like it’s here to stay. We’ve got a ton of fresh new fall arrivals in this week just in time for the season. Check out this weeks favorites below!
We hope everyone had a fabulous holiday and had a blast sending off Summer this past weekend. Now that Fall is unofficially here temperatures are already dropping, days are already getting shorter and nights a little longer and we are finding ourselves reaching for our sweaters and booties! Embrace the new season and check out…
Labor Day weekend is just days away and we’re ready to send off the unofficial end of summer with a bang! With cooler fall-like weather already greeting us in the mornings and evenings it’s definitely starting to feel like that time of year. Sharing a few of our favorite pieces that are great for seamlessly…
This week your friends at Soft Shoe would love to extend a big warm welcome to the EKU class of 2021! We wish you an amazing first week and are looking forward to meeting you soon! Whether you need athletic wear, EKU apparel to show off your Big E pride or cute, trendy and stylish…
Why Shop Summer Clearance Bargain Hunters come in many shapes and sizes: (1) the frugal mom looking to save every penny but still keep her children well-dressed, (2) the clothes horse or fashion-obsessed who are looking for affordable ways to satisfy their addiction, and (3) those who just love the challenge of the hunt of…
This week, your friends here at Soft Shoe would like to welcome back returning EKU students and say a big hello to all this years new students. We wish you an amazing and exciting new school year. Stop by and say hello, our super friendly and knowledgeable staff are here to fulfill all of your…
It’s almost time to hit the books! Back-To-School styles are here! From shoes, to athletic wear to backpacks and accessories we’ve got everything you need to start the new school year off right. Check out a few of our most popular styles below.
It’s Back to School Time for Madison County KY This time of the year, parents are busy getting their students ready for the upcoming school year, with a full list of school supplies, clothing, shoes, backpacks and any extracurricular uniforms and/or registration fees. Although going back to school is an exciting time of the year,…
While going back to school is on a lot of our minds, many of us are still trying to soak up what’s left of summer. To help you do just that, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite summer products to help you make the most of these remaining months! Check them out below!
A recent NCFL (National Center for Families Learning) survey revealed that “nearly half of parents (41.2%) admit to feeling uneasy as a new school year starts, and the stressors vary from the day-to-day logistics of school to spending money to in-school socialization”. We know the percentage is much higher for the school-age children returning to schools.…
July 26th It’s already that time of year again! This summer as just flown by and it’s time to start getting ready to head back to school. Back to school shopping can be stressful but here at Soft Shoe we make it just a bit easier. We have shoes for everyone, from toddlers heading off…
We hope everyone has been enjoying their summer so far. We’d like to thank everyone who participated in last weeks giveaway. We loved hearing all of the amazing things you love to do with your Summer and you all gave us a lot of inspiration ourselves, to go out and make the most of what’s…
Summer is heating up and we just love finding fun ways to cool down, pool days, boating on the lake, exploring creekside trails, or enjoying a refreshing beverage lounging in the sun. Chaco is the perfect fit for all of your outdoor summer adventures wet or dry! Their simplicity and versatility while providing superior comfort…
When is the best time to buy summer clothes, apparel and shoes? According to WHO WHAT WEAR, an online one-stop style resource, says July & August is the best time for Summer Apparel. Why? “Sales on summer collections are in full swing during these months, making it the perfect time to pick up seasonal essentials such…
We hope everyone had an amazing weekend and had a fantastic holiday celebration! Now that Summer is inn full swing we are sharing some more of our favorites for the season. Whether you are headed to the beach, boating on the lake, camping or pretty much anything else you can think of, we’ve got just…
Fourth of July weekend is creeping up and we are looking forward to all of our favorite summer holiday festivities! Boating on the lake, BBQ’s with family and friends and watching the fireworks light up our beautiful all-American skies. This week we are featuring some of our best sellers that are just perfect for the…
The History of Independence Day On July 4, 1776, the thirteen colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on July 4th, also known as Independence Day, Americans celebrate this historic event. One year later, on July 4, 1777, Philadelphia marked Independence Day by…
June 21: Happy first day of Summer everyone! Today we are welcoming the longest day of the year and all the warm sunny days that are to come. Long sunny days filled with poolside lounging, boating at the lake, road trips to the beach, grilling out with friends, camping, visiting your favorite them park and…
Welcome back to our weekly Featured Products section! Check in often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands, great new looks for the season, and also for your chance to win some pretty amazing giveaways! To see our products in person, view our full selection, try them on, and get pricing or more…
Father’s Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. In Catholic Europe, it has been celebrated on March 19 (St. Joseph’s Day) since the Middle Ages. This celebration was brought by the Spanish and Portuguese to Latin America, where March 19 is often still used for it,…
Our Father’s Day Giveaway!!! Soft Shoe will be giving a $100 Gift Certificate to one lucky dad! Here’s how to enter: Leave a comment below nominating a “Dad” (father, husband, uncle, friend, etc) in your life and a short reason why he deserves to receive the gift certificate. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram, if you haven’t…
Welcome back to our weekly Featured Products section! Check in often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands, great new looks for the season, and also for your chance to win some pretty amazing giveaways! To see our products in person, view our full selection, try them on, and get pricing or more…
Welcome back to our weekly Featured Products section! Check in often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands, great new looks for the season, and also for your chance to win some pretty amazing giveaways! To see our products in person, view our full selection, try them on, and get pricing or more…
Welcome back to our weekly Featured Products section! Check in often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands, great new looks for the season, and also for your chance to win some pretty amazing giveaways! To see our products in person, view our full selection, try them on, and get pricing or more…
When we think of Memorial Day, we think of picnics, barbecues and a day off with friends of family. The holiday signifies the beginning of summer and the end of the school year, it’s a day of rest but also of reflection of those who have served in the various branches of the military. “Memorial…
Welcome back to our weekly Featured Products section! Check in often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands, great new looks for the season, and also for your chance to win some pretty amazing giveaways! To see our products in person, view our full selection, try them on, and get pricing or more…
What is the history of Mother’s Day? Mother’s Day is our annual celebration of our mothers, grandmothers, step-mothers, mothers-in-law as well as our wives, aunts, cousins and sisters who are also ‘moms’. Motherhood is a precious and crucial role in any community and contributes to the success of any society, hence our hard-working moms should be…
Welcome back to our weekly Featured Products section! Check in often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands, great new looks for the season, and also for your chance to win some pretty amazing giveaways! To see our products in person, view our full selection, try them on, and get pricing or more…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Derek Willis and Dominique Hawkins (University of KY Basketball) Autograph Tour UK Wildcats, Derek Willis and Dominique Hawkins are coming to Soft Shoe in Richmond KY on Friday, April 21, 2017 from 4:30 to 6:00pm. Kentucky’s homegrown seniors Dominique Hawkins and Derek Willis have been on an autograph tour since April 2nd showing appreciation to all their…
Soft Shoe is a proud SILVER SPONSOR of the Officer Daniel Ellis Memorial 5K Race Join us for the 2nd Annual Officer Daniel Ellis Memorial 5K Run/Walk Presented by Baptist Health Richmond. The race will take place on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 8:30am at Richmond Centre Mall in Richmond, KY. Their packet pickup will be…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Easter is a time for our community to celebrate their values, their family, their Church and good food including lots and lots of Chocolate. The Spring-time holiday is often symbolized by eggs, rabbits and baby chicks, which represent images of new life. Likewise, Easter clothing typically evokes bright, spring-like colors, floral patterns and the new season’s styles!…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Soft Shoe is a sponsor for the Officer Daniel Ellis Memorial 5K As Spring approaches so does the season of 5K, 10K, half and full marathons for local beginner to advanced runners. Soft Shoe is proud to sponsor the upcoming “Officer Daniel Ellis Memorial 5K” presented by Baptist Health Richmond on Saturday, April 22, 2017…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Soft Shoe is so much more than shoes! Spring is a time for warmer weather, longer days, picnics outside and … Basketball!!! March Madness for the NCAA Basketball begins officially March 14, 2017. The first Thursday and Friday of March Madness may be the two most entertaining days on the sports calendar as big surprises, major…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Beat the Winter Blues at Soft Shoe So Spring doesn’t officially start until March 20th but here at Soft Shoe, we have Spring Fever with new styles, new brands and new Spring colors in our North Face, Patagonia, Simply Southern, Southern Marsh, UK, EKU and Spring shirts, dresses, shorts and sportswear. By mid-February, the Holiday rush…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) considers your feet a marvel of engineering. Together, your two feet contain more than 50 bones, accounting for about 25% of all the bones in your body. And somehow they also make room for more than 60 joints and 200 muscles, tendons, and ligaments that hold them together and help…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
This time of the year, fitness is many people’s priority but we often overlook our foot and leg health especially when we start a new exercise routine. Without proper shoes, apparel and preparation, a new exercise regimen can cause crapping, discomfort and possibly even injury. That is why Soft Shoe carries a full line of…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
It’s a new year with a new list of resolutions, but getting in shape tops most people’s lists each January. And this year is no exception. In 2017, ‘eating healthier and losing weight’ is the most popular resolution with 21.7% with that goal. Unfortunately, statistics show that very few succeed: “A little more than half of…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Soft Shoe is so much more than Shoes Did you know that Soft Shoe carries a large selection of apparel for men, women and children? We have a full line of apparel, outwear, hats and accessories for all on your list this holiday season. As the temperature drops, check out our fleece and wind-resistant pullovers,…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Holiday Giveaways by Soft Shoe This is the most wonderful time of the year! The Soft Shoe family especially loves this time of the year as we help our many loyal customers find quality and unique gifts for their friends and family. But it’s also the time of year we offer really amazing giveaways! Earlier…
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 ……
Welcome to our NEW, weekly Featured Products section! Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To try them on, get pricing or more information, we invite you to visit our store conveniently located in Richmond KY, right off Interstate 75, exit 87 … on…
Happy Halloween! We at Soft Shoe wish you a happy, healthy and ‘sweet’ holiday with you and your family. We are celebrating this year by launching our NEW weekly Featured Products section to our website. Check back often to see our latest additions, sale items, new brands and great new looks for the season. To…
“The American Cancer Society estimates 3,370 new primary female breast cancer cases will be diagnosed in Kentucky, and 232,670 new cases will be diagnosed in the US. In 2012, 77% of women age 50 and older in the US had a mammogram in the past two years compared to 75% of Kentucky women of the…
Alzheimers has devastated millions, but you can help us find a cure! Join the fight at act.alz.org/berea and walk with us on September 24th!
Soft Shoe is extremely proud to join numerous other Madison County businesses and residents in sponsorship of this incredible community event! The race will be on the morning of March 19th at Richmond Centre and will provide a special opportunity to contribute to the legacy of our fallen hero, Daniel Ellis. We will be giving…
We have an early Christmas present for one lucky person! On Saturday, Dec 5th EKU Center for the Arts is hosting an Irish Christmas and we have 2 excellent tickets to give away! If you win the tickets, we will give you a cozy Osito 2 Jacket from The North Face to keep you warm…
The weather outside is nasty! Unfortunately, the next few months will only get colder and wetter. For that reason, we have SuperSized our inventory in Muck Boots for the entire family! Share this post to Facebook, and you’re entered to win a FREE PAIR of your choice! Share must be public for us to view…
Saturday, November 28th is Small Business Saturday and we need your help spreading the word! Here are some ways to enter to win a Free North Face Sheepeater: Share (public) or Re-tweet Like this post on Facebook Comment on this post Winner will be chosen at random on Monday, November 30th.
The Colonels are coming off their only OVC loss and will be firing on all cylinders when the Skyhawks show up at Roy Kidd Stadium on Saturday at 1pm. We have four good seats in the lower level that we are giving away. These will provide a perfect view to watch Bennie Coney throw deep…
All this rain is making our Muck Boots the most popular brand in the store! We have a vast selection of men’s, women’s, and kids and we are giving a FREE PAIR to one of our Facebook fans this week! You can enter 3 ways: 1. Comment on this post 2. Click ‘Like’ on this…
We are winding down this year’s campaign and the 2015 design is the best selling shirt in Soft Shoe’s history! We still have some long and short sleeve and we need your help getting the word out so we can sell all of them. Remember, 100% of proceeds go to local cancer charity!
Our 2nd Free North Face winner of the season just claimed her prize! Jessica entered our raffle at Power of Pink at the Richmond Athletic Club on Saturday. In total, the jacket raffle alone raised $210 for the Starfish project. Kudos to Richmond Athletic Club for the awesome event and all the hard work it…
We are excited to give a FREE North Face Osito Pink Ribbon Jacket to a Paint the Town Pink Supporter! The winner will have their choice of the three colors being modeled in the picture by the lovely ladies of the Baptist Health Mammography Department! Click here to see more of the Soft Shoe North…
Remember when we gave away a FREE North Face jacket last year during Paint the Town Pink? We’re going to do that again!
Last November, EKU Campus Recreation brought the very first “color run” to Richmond. We enjoyed seeing the participants start the race in clean shirts and cross the finish line covered in a variety of neon powders. The November race attracted and entertained more than a thousand racers and donated a portion of its proceeds to The Special Olympics…
Go Pink with us! We have been fortunate enough to have participated in Paint the Town Pink for the past 2 years and plan to continue this year! This awesome local campaign is operated by Baptist Health Richmond and raises money for local cancer charities. Look for more info on the 2014 campaign as October approaches!
