Three Common Mistakes Women Make Buying Shoes

We see 3 common mistakes women make buying shoes. Comfortable heels can be had if you have the proper fit so avoid these three mistakes:

Buying Shoes (Especially Heels) Too Big

A common misconception is that if you buy your shoes bigger they will be more comfortable. Many women think that if they size up they will have more room for their toe box and to have enough width for the widest part of their foot. However with the extra width you also get extra volume so your foot ends up sliding towards the tip of the shoes (the higher the heel the worse the problem) and you end up getting toe pain and probably slip out the heel also. You also feel discomfort and fatigue from trying to grab onto the shoes so they don’t slip out.

Buying Shoes With Wrong Proportions

There are many foot types just like there are many body types. You might have really long slim feet or a wider forefoot in comparison to your length. Most shoe company only offer one fit. The few that offer multiple widths still use outdated historical measurements. We have seen over 2000 clients so understand that the old molds needed to be broken. Heels need to have a precise fit to feel more comfortable so choosing shoes that have the right proportions will give you the best fit and comfort.

Confusing Us Sizing With European Sizing

The two sizing systems are different because they scale differently. The US sizing changes 4.2 mm per half size while the EU system changes 3.3mm per half size. A US 9 is a EU 40-40.5 but many women make the mistake of saying they are a size 39 EU. For a detailed size comparison chart conversion chart