The finishing of a shoe includes trimming and buffing of the sole edge and heel. To give these an attractive finish and to ensure that the edge is waterproof, these are stained, polished and waxed. The bottom of the sole is often lightly buffed and different types of patterns are marked on it. An internal sock is fitted into the shoe. These usually have the manufacturers details or the brand name (whichever is applicable). Laces and shoe care instruction tags are attached to the shoes, which at last, get packaged in boxes.
