Wide Fit Shoes

If your shoes pinch, slip, or leave marks — it’s not your feet, it’s the fit. I’m Sue Holland, and this is the no-nonsense guide to wide fit shoes that actually feel good.Until I started this Wide Fit Shoe Portal, I didn’t realise that not only people with wide feet need wider fitting shoes, for … Read more

Let’s be honest, a shoe stretcher spray isn’t one of those things you’d buy without giving it a thought, just because the ad promised it would turn your rigid leather loafers into fluffy slippers overnight. Well the reality is, it won’t. But before you chuck it in the “gimmick drawer” alongside the things that really … Read more

We’ve all been there — you fall in love with a pair of shoes, only to find they pinch, squeeze, or rub when you first wear them. Whether it’s across the toes, the instep, or around a bunion, tight shoes are more than just annoying — they can cause blisters, corns, and lasting discomfort. Unfortunately … Read more

For some of us, finding the right pair of shoes can feel like winning the lottery. But what happens when those shoes pinch a little too tightly across the toes or rub uncomfortably at the sides? That’s where shoe stretcher spray (also called stretching liquids) come in. These sprays are designed to soften shoe materials, … Read more

Autumn is made for getting outside: tweed jacket, crisp air, golden trees, that satisfying crunch underfoot. But if your boots pinch or rub, the joy fades fast. For wider feet, the right boot can mean the difference between cutting a stroll short and happily adding “just one more mile.” This guide explains what to look … Read more

Achilles tendonitis can turn everyday walking into a painful challenge, but the right footwear makes a huge difference. The best shoes for Achilles tendonitis provide cushioning, gentle heel lift, and solid support to ease strain on the tendon. In this guide, we’ll explore what causes the condition, the key symptoms, and—most importantly—how choosing the correct … Read more

First of all, congratulations on your pregnancy, and well done. A joyous, but sometimes difficult and tedious time in your life, it does come with huge rewards at the end. Normal day to day life has to go on regardless, and you have to make the best of the ensuing months of challenges ahead. But … Read more

Morton’s neuroma can make every step feel sharp and uncomfortable, especially when your shoes don’t give your feet the space and support they need. The good news? The best shoes for Morton’s neuroma are designed to ease pressure on the forefoot, reduce irritation between the toes, and improve day-to-day comfort. In this post, we’ll explore … Read more

Squeezing your feet into shoes with tight toe boxes feels like trying to fit into your favourite jeans after your holidays. It just doesn’t work, especially if you’ve got, hammer toes or arthritis (or even chubby toes like mine that rub on the inside top of shoes). Unfortunately, these are real, painful issues that some … Read more

There’s nothing worse than falling in love with a pair of shoes, only to find your toes throbbing after an hour of wear. If the toe box feels tight — whether from bunions, hammertoes, or just naturally wider toes — you don’t necessarily have to give up on those shoes.A shoe stretcher designed specifically for … Read more