10 Top Shoe Fitting Tips

 

Here at ECCO we know the value of slipping a pair of comfy shoes on. We understand how important it is to find footwear which hugs your feet yet still allows them to breathe AND be comfortable enough to wear them all day long. So, read on to find some top fitting tips to help you find the perfect shoes. (p.s. it might be something to do with a friend!)

1. If you use any form of inserts in your shoes (insoles or orthoses) place them in the shoes before the fitting commences.

2. Ensure both feet are on, correctly fastened, and your weight is event distributed between both feet.

3. Check the gap at the front of your shoes- between the toe and the end. There must be a minimum of 6mm (preferabley 10mm) in front of the longest toe.

4. When you look at the shoe on your foot, the natural shape of the upper of the shoe should not be distorted by the foot. This may indicate pressure on the top or side of the toe and toe joints.

5. Draw a finger across the top of the shoe- there should be a slight rippling of the leather (but not too much, this would indicate the shoe is too wide…)

6. When walking, check that the the shoe does not slip, the shoe flexes easily at the front, and no pressure is felt by the wearer whilst walking.

7. Most of us have one foot bigger than the other- ensure you fit your shoes to the bigger foot.

8. Don’t buy shoes that feel too tight and extect to stretch them

9. When you have the shoes home, walk around in them on carpet to make sure they fele right. If not, return within the return period, don’t risk it.

10. If one shoe feels slightly big, you can always add an insole to make the shoe the perfect fit for you.

 

We hope this helps, and if yu have more questions please do not hesitate to contact us on 01865 728 728 or leave them below.