Find your perfect width
Shoe width is the side-to-side room at the forefoot (not length). Women’s widths: Narrow (A/AA), Standard (B), Wide (D), Extra-Wide (E/2E). Men’s widths: Narrow (B), Standard (D), Wide (E–2E), Extra-Wide (4E/6E). The right width can reduce pressure and rubbing (may help with bunions/corns), allow natural toe splay for balance, fit orthotics properly, and feel better through swelling or long days. If shoes pinch or tingle, go one width up; if the heel slips while the forefoot is snug, try narrower or adjust lacing. Note depth/volume is different—high insteps, thick orthotics or toe rubbing often need extra-depth as well.
Wide-Base, Non-Slip Support
A stable, non-slip sole may help reduce the risk of falls by combining a wide, flat base for balance, low heel-to-toe drop for a level stance, and a rubber compound with high wet-grip. Look for multi-directional tread that channels water, bevelled heels to soften foot strike, and full ground-contact outsoles for continuous traction. Where listed, SRC slip-resistance ratings indicate laboratory-tested grip on wet/greasy surfaces. Pair the sole with a firm heel counter and secure closure so the foot stays centred over the tread. Replace worn soles (smooth or shiny = reduced grip) and choose tread patterns suited to your environment—fine sipes for indoor tiles, deeper lugs for outdoor paths.
