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Looptworks Unisex Adult 17-Inch Hoptu Laptop Sleeve

41HfThR54hL. SL160  Looptworks Unisex Adult 17 Inch Hoptu Laptop Sleeve

  • 90 percent Neoprene, 10 percent Nylon
  • 100 percent Upcycled Neoprene, by upcycling you can help reduce the impact of neoprene in manufacturing nations landfills. Neoprene keeps your web surfer warm and protected from harsh everyday use.
  • Two zip pockets in front for thumb drives or keys.
  • Machine wash cold with like colors. Do not bleach. Hang to dry. No Iron.
  • China

Product Description
This smart laptop sleeve will protect the earth while protecting your computer. While sleek on the outside, it’s all business on the inside with durable 100 percent upcycled nylon neoprene to cushion any thump your computer might endure. Laptop sleeve has a slim line with zipper closure and two small pockets for loose change, business cards or your favorite time piece. Length: 17 1/4″ Height: 10 1/2″ Width: 3/4″ Length / opening of top pocket: 4 1/2″ Angled… More >>

Looptworks Unisex Adult 17-Inch Hoptu Laptop Sleeve

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Got Shoes? Keep Your Favorite Pair Longer With These Shoe Care Tips

Wandering the vast landscapes, ancient man had to endure hot sand, freezing snow and rugged terrain in order to search for food and other resources. Protecting bare feet from harsh elements made shoes an ingenious advancement. As time went on, shoes became more specialized and a variety of styles were created to tackle specific tasks that were to be undertaken. This led to the birth of the shoe fashion industry that created the demand for shoes that emphasized individuality, personal identity and social class.

It was not uncommon for an aristocratic woman in ancient Greece to have more than 20 pairs of shoes and a servant to care for them. This is no different than the stereotypical, shoe-obsessed Carrie Bradshaw character with over $40,000 worth of shoes but no place to live. British women spend over 1,000 pounds per year on shoes and 10% of British admit women to having at least 100 pairs of shoes. Even the obsessed realize that shoes are important to our health and survival.  They know that poorly maintained or shoes that don’t fit well can cause pain, blisters and other serious conditions. 

There are many reasons to ignore the pressure to consider shoes a disposable product including:

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