A Guide to Shopping for Shoes: How to Find the Perfect Pair

Whether you are a tradesman working on your feet the entire day, dancing the night away, or hitting those trails, your feet deserve the perfect footwear. 

This means finding the correct style, comfort level, and size. In previous blogs, we have discussed the importance of footwear and how the incorrect fit can negatively affect your body. Posture, joint aches, blisters, corns, and the like are all caused by ill-fitting footwear.

That is why, this month, we present you with the ultimate guide to finding yourself the perfect footwear in terms of style AND comfort!

1. Measure Your Feet

Now, this is where many people often go wrong with footwear. Determining your foot size is not as straightforward as just trying on a pair and seeing if it fits. This common mistake leads to uncomfortable footwear choices.

The first crucial step is to measure your feet. It is best done at the end of the day because, surprisingly, our feet tend to swell or shrink depending on the temperature throughout the day.

Wear the socks you intend to use with that footwear and place your foot on a piece of paper. Ensure your weight is evenly distributed for the flattest possible foot position.

Next, trace your foot or ask for assistance to get an accurate drawing. Then, using this outline, measure the distance between the tip of your big toe and the outermost part of your heel. This measurement provides the length of your foot.

Repeat this process for your other foot, as lengths may vary slightly between them. If this is the case, go for the larger size when choosing footwear.

2. Shop In Store

While shopping online is not necessarily a bad option, especially in the initial phase of finding the right size for your feet, we recommend visiting our Cable & Co stores.

Our staff is consistently friendly and accommodating. They are not only there to assist you in determining the correct size, but also to suggest the best footwear for your lifestyle.

Moreover, shopping in-store offers the invaluable opportunity to try on your chosen footwear. It is crucial not only to put them on but also to take a few steps to ensure they are comfortable and do not cause any discomfort or chafing. This way, you will also be able to identify if the arch support is sufficient, or if you require a wider width in your footwear.

3. Versatility

When you are investing in high-quality footwear, chances are, you’re eyeing just that one perfect pair - at least for now.

Hence, it is better to pick something versatile. Something that fits your lifestyle and wardrobe. Or, if you are an on-the-go person, something that can easily transition from day to night.

Luckily for you, Cable & Co. has an exceptionally wide variety of footwear to match people with unique styles and from all walks of life. We believe in quality more than anything else, and the brands we stock are a true testament to that.

For outdoor adventurers, Merrell offers a range of footwear that will keep you going as you take on those trails. For our more, fashion-forward individuals, there is nothing that lies together an outfit better than a classic pair of G.H.Bass Weejuns. And to our tradesmen in every industry, our CAT Safety Boots were made to help you move the earth.

Having said that, locate your nearest Cable & Co, and let us help you find the perfect footwear for your lifestyle!