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Measure your feet at the end of the day when your feet are largest.
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The size of your feet change as you grow older so before you buy shoes always have your feet measured while standing.
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Usually one foot that is larger than the other, size your shoe to your larger foot.
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Select shoes by how the shoe fits your foot and not by the size marked inside of the shoe.
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Select a shoe that is shaped like your foot.
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If you have curly toes you will need an extra depth shoe.
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Make sure there is enough space (3/8" to 1/2") for your longest toe at the end of each shoe when you are standing up.
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Make sure the ball of your foot fits comfortably into the widest part of the shoe.
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Don't buy shoes that feel too tight and expect them to stretch to fit.
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Walk in the shoes to make sure they fit and feel right, ask if you can try out the shoes at home.
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Your heel should not ride up and down inside the heel seat while you walk.
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The upper part of the shoes should be made of a soft, flexible material to match the shape of your foot.
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Soles should provide solid footing and not be slippery.
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Thick soles cushion your feet when walking on hard surfaces.
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Low-heeled shoes are more comfortable, safer, and less damaging than high-heeled shoes.
