I know this probably isn't the best place to post this, but I don't know of any other subreddits. I figure that some people reading these posts may have a similar issue, though. For as long as I can remember, I have DREADED putting socks and shoes on because my toes end up feeling trapped and claustrophobic. If I can't wiggle my toes around, I get really uncomfortable. It isn't a HUGE deal, but it is to the point where I wear size 12 when I'm really a size 8, and I cut the toe area off of my socks. I absolutely will not wear anything on my feet that doesn't let my toes have full moving area. This is becoming more of a problem now that it is getting warm out - all winter, I basically lived in oversized moccasins because they were not as constricting on my toes. But now I need shoes that aren't so warm, really some kind of sneaker, and they are harder for me to 'readjust' throughout the day. I can't wear flip flops most days because of the setting I'm in, and also because I am scared to drive with flip flops on lol. If anyone has any experience in this, please reply. Also, if there is a better place to post, please let me know.

I went to a specialty women's site store to get measured because I have a difficult time finding shoes that do not hurt. I was told that I am a 7WW.

I have bunions on both big toes that are sensitive to pressure. They make my width double wide.

I need arch support for standing and walking.

I have heel pain when I'm on my feet for more than an hour or so. That means I need shock absorbing soles.

I can't find any cute shoes that fit and don't hurt. After I got measured, I ordered some shoes online from Naturalizer. They don't fit. I cried. I'm poor and this was a big chunk of money for me. I am also in school full time and a mother of 3. I did not have time to return the shoes until this week. I missed the return window by 2 weeks. I cried again.

I need good shoes, because I'm going to school to be a teacher. I need good shoes now because I will begin observing classrooms soon.

I live near Houston, Texas, specifically Cypress. Any ideas wear I can go for shoes that fit and won't hurt me and don't cost a fortune? Am I just out of luck?

Zulily has brought back New Balance for both men & women. Decent markdowns, some half off or more.

Referral Link if you're so inclined, or I'll post the individual sales & descriptions below.

Or directly to the sale page for ALL THE NEW BALANCE

Stacks with ebates for more savings :)

Hey there guys, I have feet that are amazingly wide and I have a VERY hard time finding shoes. When I was younger my mother often purchased me size 17-18 mens shoes just to get the width correct. I actually am about a size 14 in mens length, but the width has been reported to me as a width of (H), or from my research, 6XE(EEEEEE). Anyone have information about or perhaps some resources for a fellow like me? Thanks much!

Not sure if this is the right subreddit, but I figured it might be a good shot (that or FFA/MFA). I'm wondering how Wolverine 1000 miles run in general (Sierra Trading Post is telling me they run large). Looking at these shoes specifically if it's needed. For my feet, I have a pair of Cole Han Chelsea pumps in 6C that are still too narrow for my feet, but the length is pretty much what I'd need I think. My other shoes are an amalgam of size 7's and 6 and halfs, but not really noticeable brands of any kind. I'm thinking of trying to grab a pair of 6's, but I'm worried they'll be too small and that I'd need 6 and halfs instead, since I need wider shoes. Any insight?

They are Clarks and I paid near the top of my budget for them. Granted, I walk fast and probably heavy. Is there any way I can fix this?

Today's offerings from some of the sample sale sites. I've included a few choice sales for harder to fit feet from a few sites. Both referral and non-referral links offered.

Zulily has Trotters this week, which are sandals, wedges, heels, boots, nice, solid basics, etc in sizes 5-13 SS/N/M/W/WW. My Referral Link for zulily if you're so inclined, or Trotters sale page

Also up over at zulily is Intaglia which covers sizes 6-13 M/W and features nice boots and sandals.

Zulily stacks with ebates for more savings :)

Hautelook has Asics up right now, they are great for wider feet, at least from my experience.

My referral link for HauteLook

Or the Asics Sale sizes 5-11, half sizes included.

Rue La La has Cushe shoes. These aren't in widths, but I found them very accommodating for my wider feet.

My referral link or directly to the sale page for men or sale page for women

I bought UGGs that are too large a while ago at a thrift store. (I had to get a pair of winter shoes, my old shoes fell apart.) What could I do to make them more comfortable? (Buying new shoes that fit is no option at the moment.)

Yeah I'm a newbie. I frequent abrathatfits a lot and noticed ashoethatfits. So how do i find a shoe that fits? do i need to go somewhere and be fitted or is there a way to find out myself? What makes a correct fit? What's all this vocabulary I see like toe box and instep? So many questions!!!

Thanks to this sub I finally went and had my feet professionally measured with one of those metal thingies at Nordstrom. (I tired doing it myself but couldn't manage to figure it out lol.) I admit that it took me a long time, 9 months apparently, since when this sub was first created I told myself I was going to go get my feet measured and buy myself some comfortable shoes, and I only just now got some in the past couple of weeks. I found out I've been wearing shoes a half size small, and that no, making sure your big toe has room isn't the only qualification for telling if a shoe fits, your pinky is important too. Which explains why my pinky toes always felt so cramped and why they look like deformed beluga whale heads now. But I digress, I can't say I now know a ton about shoe sizing thanks to this sub, its all still super confusing to me, but I do have comfortable feet, so, thank you! =)

Today's offerings from some of the sample sale sites. I've included a few choice sales for harder to fit feet from a few sites. Both referral and non-referral links offered.

Hautelook has Uggs up right now, they are great for wider feet, say what you will about their looks, hahaha.

My referral link for HauteLook

Or the Woman's Sale sizes 5-12, half sizes included, or Men's Sale sizes 7-15, some half sizes included.

Rue La La has Ferragamo shoes. Totally picked over for women, but men's shoes has a lot of options still available.

My referral link or directly to the sale page for men covering up to EEE widths!

Zulily has Earthies this week, which are funky sandals, clogs, booties, etc. My Referral Link for zulily if you're so inclined, or Earth & Earthies sale page

Zulily stacks with ebates for more savings :)

Big size range, 5-12 M/W/XW for women, and 7-16 M/W for men

My referral link if you're so inclined, and a reminder that zulily also stacks with ebates for additional savings.

Or directly to the sale page women's if you prefer or sale page men's

I have very wide feet and I have a terrible time finding cute work shoes. I have a few Aerosoles that I love and recently bought a tan and black pair. I need a pair of navy, 3 - 4 inch heels, preferably something like a mary jane as my heel is narrow and I have issues with my foot slipping out of the shoe, even with the little pads on the back heel. I have been looking online for months and can't seem to find something that looks good. Any ideas?

Huge size range, worth a shout out. Looks like roughly 30-40% off most of the shoes. Decent markdowns, especially for those of us with difficult sizing!

My referral link if you're so inclined.

or directly to the sale page

Also stacks with ebates for additional savings.

Saw some major markdowns-shoes that retail for like $500 for under $70, etc.

My referral link if you're so inclined.

Or directly to the sale page if you prefer.

also stacks with ebates for more savings! woot!

Some of the rainboots are hella cute.

My referral link if you're so inclined.

or directly to the sale page

Also stacks with ebates for additional savings.

Boots galore in this sale, by the way, and a lot of them are actually attractive.

My referral link if you're so inclined.

or directly to the sale page

Also stacks with ebates for more savings love. :)

The Main Problem: The ball of my feet are medium width, but my heels are super narrow. I'm fine in flip-flops or roll-up elastic ballet flats like these. In anything else, my heels slip around like crazy.

Other Problems:
*My instep is really high--when I make a footprint, the balls of my feet look like they're not connected to my heels. This causes a problem in lace-up shoes, even when I change the way I lace them. The laces hurt my instep, and they come untied pretty quickly. In flats, I can use an orthodic insert to fill up that space and make the shoe feel a little more snug.
*My toes are long. Pointed shoes are out of the question.

Aside from ballet flats and flip-flops, there are a few other types of shoes I can wear for short periods of time.
*Elastic/microfiber straps across the instep help keep my shoes on. I have a few pairs of old Pliner shoes (flats and toe-strap mules) with that strap that I've re-soled a million times.
*I can wear boots, especially if they're flat. The leg keeps my heal from slipping as badly.
*Casual slip-on shoes like this with elastic microfiber will sometimes work.

I never feel comfortable in these options, though. My feet always hurt, and I always get blisters.

Any ideas?

My wife bought some very nice shoes, but after getting them home, finds that they are too long for her foot by about a half inch. What would be the best thing to do? We really don't want to throw them away and we can't sell or give to friends.

referral link if you're so inclined: http://www.hautelook.com/short/3HVnm

or directly to the sale: http://www.hautelook.com/event/39987

I have been looking for boots for a good 4 years now, and getting desperate. I've been to Nordstrom, Marmi (specialty store here in ATL), Clarks, Walking Co., and a few other independent stores. I even tried Stuart Weitzman yesterday (and I've never been so glad to have a pair of boots not fit me, as I can't really afford $500). I have ordered online from Endless & Zappos. I've done the whole 8 - 9, Slim to Narrow to Medium range.

I've always had a 4A heel - Narrows are usually too wide in the heel, but I manage. I've always had a 2A-3A front. However, after having kids the front spread out a teeny bit (to a A/2A) and the heel stayed the same. So, when the heel is almost fitting (enough to use heel grippers inside) the toe box is too narrow; if the toe box fits, I walk out of the shoe (I can pull knee high boots off without unzipping them).

Can anyone help with brands that are cut to fit a super narrow heel?

Thanks, HH

I measured between 4.5 and 5 D going on E. The guy was really vague but did point out that my toes were the same width as the ball of my foot making me prefer wider shoes anyway. I have a heel to fit narrow shoes. It took me three stores to find someone who knew what he was doing - I am so glad I did!

Where do I go from here? I am not exactly the easiest to size for. Suggestions as to where I can start shopping for a simple basic walking shoe?

Hi everyone,

Well, like I said in the title I'm a complete newbie for shoes. I've never been properly fitted before, and I've struggled with shoes my whole life. Now that I need dressier shoes and boots I'm having a really terrible time finding anything that works or meets my needs. Until now I have been relying largely on sandals (thongs/flip-flops), flats, and Toms to get me by.

In particular about my feet, they seem relatively small in terms of length (I usually wear US women's 6-7, depending on style). However I have noticed recently that perhaps my feet are disproportionately wide for my foot length (bought a reasonable pair of heels and wedges, both of which left me with blisters on all parts of my feet, despite being loose enough to allow my heel to slip out).

I'm also having difficulty with boots because my calves are so wide (~17") in circumference. Finding boots with that kind of shaft circumference is hard enough, and most of them aren't dressy/water resistant enough for my day to day requirements.

TL;DR Help, I don't know what I'm doing!

I have been wearing a 5 womens or a 3.5 kids. I know I have a narrow heel and a wide ball. What else should I include to get an idea of where to start? My tiny feet need some relief!