Wide Fit Shoes

If you’re hoping for a simple answer like “12 months” or “500 miles”, I’m afraid it’s not quite that straightforward. Some people replace them within six months. Others happily wear them for two years or more.Exactly how long they last depends on several things, including how often you wear them, the quality of the foam, … Read more

Can a wider fitting shoe really make that much difference? In many cases, yes. Not because wide fit shoes are magical, but because they simply allow your feet to do what they were designed to do. If your feet ache by the end of the day, your toes feel squashed, or you dread putting on … Read more

Not by very much. Going up a size mainly gives you extra length, not the extra width most people are actually looking for. If your shoes feel tight across the toes or the sides of your feet, a wider fitting is often a much better answer than a longer shoe. Now, let’s start with a … Read more

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.When I first started researching wider fitting shoes, I quickly realised they aren’t just for people with naturally wide feet. Conditions such as … Read more

When did you last buy a pair of shoes that were almost perfect? They looked great, they felt comfortable everywhere except one annoying spot, and you found yourself wondering whether a shoe stretching spray could rescue them.That’s exactly where I found myself.Yes, shoe stretcher spray does work, but only when it’s used for the right … 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? You don’t have to use shoe stretcher spray to stretch shoes, but it can make the job easier, particularly … Read more

Autumn is made for getting outside: crisp air, golden trees and that satisfying crunch underfoot. But if your boots pinch across the toes or squeeze the sides of your feet, the enjoyment soon disappears. The best wide fit boots for autumn should give you genuine room across the forefoot and enough depth over the toes, … 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