{"id":431,"date":"2016-04-09T11:55:49","date_gmt":"2016-04-09T09:55:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/footwearox.com\/?p=431"},"modified":"2016-07-28T19:25:17","modified_gmt":"2016-07-28T17:25:17","slug":"how-should-shoes-fit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/footwearox.com\/how-should-shoes-fit\/","title":{"rendered":"How Should Shoes Fit: Finding The Right Shoe Size Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"howSo, you’ve heard the expression, ‘If the shoe fits, wear it.’ Or, the one about the glove not fitting (so you must acquit) during a Trial of the Century last century? OK, we’re not going to go there<\/em>. This isn’t about that.<\/p>\n

But let’s get back to the first cliche<\/span>, albeit a wise cliche<\/span>. While, technically speaking, you should always wear shoes that fit – the alternative is, well, painful – the question remains, how should shoes fit? Maybe not a million-dollar question, but when it comes to purchasing the right footwear, it’s a question worth its price in gold.<\/p>\n

Or, maybe the question is, how do you make sure your shoes are the right fit? That also gets to the heart (and sole) of the matter. It sounds simple enough, finding the right fit, that is, but there are many things you need to consider during your search.<\/p>\n

That said, let’s start at the beginning.<\/p>\n

How Should Shoes Fit?<\/h2>\n

There may be many answers to this question, but there’s also a consensus, and that can help you make an informed decision.<\/p>\n

1. Toe Room<\/h3>\n

Don’t wear shoes that make you feel as if you’ve had to wedge your toes in to get them on. Instead, leave a half-inch between your longest toe and the leather of the shoe. One source even goes as far as to say you should leave enough room to perform a symphony by Mozart. Just make sure that your co-workers are forewarned, of course.<\/p>\n

2. Heel Room<\/h3>\n

More basics: Leave 1\/8 inch at the back of the shoe. If not, then you’re just inviting blisters and skin irritation to appear, and that’s an invitation no one wants to send.<\/p>\n

3. Size? Doesn’t Matter<\/h3>\n

Most of us know our shoe size. Or, at least know where to look to find out. The key, however, is not to obsess about it; yes, it’s good to have a general idea, but keep in mind that there can be a big difference in shoe sizes between different shoe companies. Why? Because each company uses different lasts, which are the molds upon which the shoes are built. So a size 9 running shoe in Company A might be closer to a size 8 in Company B, for example.<\/p>\n

Getting It Right<\/h2>\n

Now that we’ve covered some of the basics of how should shoes\u00a0fit, here are a variety of helpful hints that can help make being on your feet a pleasurable, rather than painful, experience. Armed with the right information, you’ll not only make a more educated decision, it will be one that your feet with thank you for in thousand ways.<\/p>\n

The When Of It<\/h3>\n

It may easier said than done thanks to your ever-crazy schedule and typical day, but what time you go shoe-shopping\u00a0can be ever-important. If you can make it happen, then choose later in the day. Why? Because your feet swell during the day as walking increases the blood flow<\/span> to them, and you want to be certain that your new shoes fit your daily bigger feet.<\/p>\n

*Note:<\/strong> If you absolutely must try on new shoes in the morning, don’t choose shoes that are snug. Your expanded feet of a few hours later won’t appreciate it.<\/p>\n

The Measure Of It<\/h3>\n

Don’t forget your arch length – that is, the length from your heel to the ball of your foot. The bend in your big toe should line up with where the shoe bends. You can check this out by rising up on your toes, with both shoes, and feel if the bend is before or after your big toe joint. If it is, then the shoe isn’t aligned with your arch length.<\/p>\n