Q&A for How to Fix Squeaky Shoes

The best way to stop leather boots from squeaking is to take your boots to your local shoe repair store or shoe cobbler. Shoe squeaks are caused by a hole or rip in the sole (or somewhere on the shoe) that has allowed moisture to enter. Many times, a professional can take the shoe apart and re-glue your soles to eliminate the squeaks.

Try the baby powder and the cotton balls first, and if that doesn't work, take them to the shop.

To fix a squeaky flip flop, you need to put butter or oil on them. It'll feel uncomfortable for a little bit, but you'll get used to it as it dries and absorbs.

It was the author's way of saying that moisture is often a culprit in noisy shoes. Rewritten, "This will absorb moisture, a common cause for the noise, and reduce noise from two shoe parts rubbing together."

They all squeak. I've had a pair for three years now, and they've squeaked the whole time. Just get over it. The awkwardness of squeaking across a quiet room will eventually become a normal thing for you.