Heels and Feels

While shoe shopping is best done in person, you can often save time and money by looking for new footwear online. Since you can’t physically touch or examine a shoe from a digital store listing, examine your own feet to get an idea of how long, wide, and arched they are. When you have a better idea of your foot’s physical size and shape, you can select a shoe size that will provide a more comfortable fit for you! Part 1 of 2: Checking Your Foot Shape and Size 1.Set a piece of paper on a flat surface.  Take a sheet of printer paper and place it on the floor, or another flat area. Check that your foot can fit within the parameters of the paper—if not, select a larger sheet. Arrange the sheet in a safe, indoor area, where you won’t be at any risk of slipping. To provide a more sturdy measuring surface, consider laying your printer paper flush against the wall. 2.Center your foot in the middle of the paper.  Remove any socks, tights, or stockings, then place your foot on top of the paper.