shoetrees

Footwear form keepers

Shoetrees are foot-shaped forms inserted into shoes to help them keep their shape when not being worn.

Usually made of wood or plastic, they prevent creasing and absorb moisture: He always puts cedar shoetrees in his dress shoes.

The singular is shoetree.

preservation

cedar

Durable, fragrant conifer

crease · warp · leather · closet · insert · stretcher · form · maintain · deodorize · absorb

material

cedar

Durable, fragrant conifer

grain · lacquered · unfinished · birch · maple · lightweight · durable · sustainable · bamboo · polished

sizing

adjustable

Able to be changed

snug · width · length · small · medium · large · fitting · expandable · combination · lasted

Opposites
shoe care function

shoetreesneglect

Failure to provide care

crumpling · wear and tear

shoe insertion purpose

shoetreesfeet

Lower limbs' ends

foot · insoles · orthotics · socks

shoe insert purpose

shoetreesinsoles

Removable shoe padding

orthotics · shoe inserts · arch supports · heel cups

Family

shoetree

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G