Pick the Perfect Shoe - Engross

Shoes are our constant companion and a pair that glides on effortlessly and feels as fit as a glove is a delight to have. It is easy to be carried away by the variety of shoes on offer and base decisions on the basis of looks but this is hardly the right approach. Select a pair that gives the best fit and never compromise and settle for a pair that the salesman tells you will eventually take the shape of your feet. The worst fitting shoes come dressed as the best deals.

Here is your guide for the best footwear selection

• Decisive Evenings – You have heard it before and we will tell you again that this is indeed the best time to shop for shoes. As the day progresses your feet tend to swell and a shoe that fits perfectly early in the morning may not fit so well later in the day.

• Measurements Help – Never buy a shoe based on the size mentioned on the shoe but based on the measurements of your foot. Most of us have a small difference in size between either foot; always buy a shoe that fits the larger foot. Have your feet measured while standing as they tend to expand slightly on contact with the ground and due to the influence of the weight of the entire body.

• Just Right – The shoe should not be so tight that it pinches the feet and it should not be so loose that the shoe keeps slipping off the feet as you walk. There should be ample space for the toes to wiggle easily and be snug enough to not slip off. It should follow the natural contours of your feet.

• Fits rarely change for the better – If a shoe feels uncomfortable when you try on the pair at the store, it is unlikely that you will break into them any time soon and wearing an ill-fitting pair can be a nightmare. So walk around the store in them and make sure they are perfect in every way. If it doesn’t feel good right away, it probably never will.

• Walk in Walking Shoes – When you buy shoes for the sole purpose of walking, aerobics, formal meetings and the like, make sure that you buy the ones crafted especially for that. Not only will your feet feel better, you will be comfortable throughout and even perform better.

• Comfort above all else – Ensure that the shoe offers adequate arch support and choose materials that are gentle on the feet. Hard materials that scrape the foot can lead to corns and calluses and tend to be quite a pain. Soft leathers for the shoe upper and a sturdy, non-slip sole are a must. Also, a thicker sole is much more comfortable as it absorbs a lot of pressure that the feet bear during walking, running and even standing. Engross has a comprehensive range of comfortable shoes both for business and casual wear.

If you value your feet, invest in the best quality shoes and feel the difference for years to come.