If you are a shoe aficionado, nothing should frustrate you more than seeing someone struggle to put their shoe on, even possibly leaving the laces tied and crushing the heel in the process. While those people are trying to save time, in reality, it doesn't save any time and all it's doing is breaking their shoe.

If you're really looking to save time and protect your shoe at the same time, simply pick up a shoehorn. Red Moose had two varieties of shoehorns—a 7.5-inch and our newest offering, a 16-inch variety. Let's run down three benefits of using a shoehorn.

1. Save Time

If you're in a rush, nothing makes putting the finishing touch on your wardrobe—donning your shoes—easier than using a shoehorn to comfortably slip into your kicks and set you on your way.

2. Protects the Shoe

As we discussed above, using a shoehorn can keep the heel of your shoe strong. Bending the shoe's heel counter can either rip the fabric or wear the leather out prematurely, ruining the look of your shoe far before its expiration date. And even if you're using a shoehorn, still be sure to put the shoes on before you tie them. Even using a shoehorn with laced shoes can put too much pressure on the shoe, causing cracks and additional wear.

3. A Good Tool to Overcome Physical Difficulty

As we age, once-simple activities like putting on a pair of shoes can become difficult. But especially with Red Moose's 16-inch version, a shoehorn can make it much easier for the elderly or someone with back problems to be able to put on their own shoes with ease. This particular version allows you to easily put your shoes on while standing up as well.

Regardless of which version you want, a small investment can go a long way into extending the life of your shoes. Shop for a Red Moose shoehorn today!