Footwear Guide as per Feet Shape and Size

By Samyati Mohanty

The celebration seasons is the perfect time to go shopping for some much-needed retail therapy. Avoid having second thoughts about shoes that appear to be absolutely great but don't fit quite right. In an ideal world, a shoe's design should match your foot's natural contours. People's feet vary in size, and the shape can be anything from broad and wide to tiny and thin. Others have thick calves, some have flat feet, some have thin ankles, and some even have two distinct sized feet. Finding a pair and a style that complements not just the shape of your foot but also your body type and what you are wearing is tricky. Men's mismatched pairings cannot be forgiven either. 

Footwear as per your taste

Tall women can try with kitten heels, a Mary Jane style, or vibrant tie-ups to liven up their wardrobe when wearing a short dress or a denim skirt. Comfortable platform stilettos for a beautiful evening look or trendy wedges for daytime can help short women who need a boost. Short curvy women shouldn't wear closed-toed shoes. You will seem more feminine and elevated with wedges or French heels. Boots that are calf- or knee-length are excellent for emphasising long, slender legs. Put them on top of knee-length dresses, skirts, or slim jeans. Men should wear black shoes with navy blue, black, or military green pants, while lighter colours like grey, khaki, and light tans might go with brown shoes.

The complex front straps conceal the front's width. The slender strap in the centre narrows the foot's width. You have a feminine edge thanks to the small heel.

Broad feet

Broad feet are those that are wide at the toes and significantly narrow at the heel.  People with wide feet need a lot of space at the front of their shoes so their toes have room to breathe. They function better with wider footfronts.

- Crossover designs and ankle straps are great for providing them an elegant but comfortable fit.

- Strappy thong sandals are a stylish alternative to flats.

- Instead of closed heels, choose open-toed pumps or cross-over straps. 

- This offers your feet a visibly slimmer appearance and a little more breathing room. Men with wide feet should avoid toes that are extremely blunt and rounded. 

-A barely pointed but slightly tapered end will help reduce the foot's width while still providing you with enough room to move around.

- To give it a secure footing and a delicate appearance, the strappy tie ups grip the thin feet in front, on the sides, and around the ankle.

Slender feet

Slender feet From heel to toe, their feet are thin, and the ankles are correspondingly small. For a proper fit, they need footwear that can grip their feet at multiple junctions. Without adequate support, anything strappy and loose makes it difficult for the wearer to walk. Try bright tie-ups that securely grip the foot in front as an alternative.

- For those with thin feet, flat ballerinas are another excellent choice. Try experimenting with a small heel, such as a French, or kitten heel, for a little variation.

- Office formals, flared gowns, and short dresses with drapes go well with stilettos and pumps. Find a pair with a slight platform front for a better grasp and level of comfort, and make life simple for yourself. Men with thin feet can attempt tapering shoes, but make sure the toes aren't too sharply pointed. Ankle-length boots are also effective for defining the foot.

Foot Issues Can Be Caused by High Heels

Look for footwear with a lower heel to avoid foot issues. The maximum heel height should be 1.5 inches. The forefoot is under much more pressure with higher heels. Foot pain may result from this in the future.

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Get Professional Assistance

Find a business that offers customised shoe fitting if you have foot issues or are unsure of the right shoe size. It could take 45 to 60 minutes to properly fit your feet.

You can prevent foot issues by wearing shoes that fit properly. Since your foot size might alter over time, make sure you regularly measure your feet. Later in the day and while standing, measure your feet. Choose footwear that fits your largest foot. Make that there is room at the heel and in the toe. There should be immediate comfort in the shoes. Shoes with laces will fit better. Foot issues could result from heels. If you're unsure, go to a shoe store that offers expert fitting.