Type of foot

There are differences between people’s feet, not only regarding shape or size, but also the way in which they lay on the ground and, as consequence, the walk. And, did you know that this is very important at the time of choosing a pair of shoes? Since feet what are support us throughout the day, takes us from one place to another, the best thing to do is to choose a pair of shoes that not only feel comfortable, but also have the suitable features for our type of foot.

SHAPE :
There’s a usually well-known category about the feet’s shape, which is about the length of the toes. In general, Asian foot shapes can be categorized into the following 3 types - “Greek Toe”, “Roman Toe” and “Egyptian Toe”.

GREEK TOE

Feature

Also called Morton's Foot Syndrome or Greek Toe, Morton's Toe is when the second toe is longer and lower than the big toe.

How to choose shoes?

Most suitable for pointy shoes since the longest toe is in the middle and pointed-toe offers more space in that spot.

Styles for you

Pointed Almond

ROMAN TOE

Feature

This type of foot, very rare, is characterized for having the big and the second (sometimes even third) toes with the same length, and a rectangular shape.

How to choose shoes?

Wider feet in general so better choose shoes with a wider toe box

Styles for you

Round  Square

EGYPTIAN TOE

Feature

It’s the most common foot shape, in which the toes have decreasing length and the big toe is the longest.

How to choose shoes

Avoid pointy or narrow shoes that will pressure your big toe, which may cause bunion.

Styles for you

Oblique Round Square

SUPPORT :
 In addition of the length and placing of the toes, very important when choosing the width and the shape of the shoe’s toecap, it’s recommended to take into account the shape of the arch of the foot, since it determines the type of support, which is directly connected with the walk. The feet’s type of support is the result of several factors, among which is the weight distribution. There are three types of feet regarding support: normal, flat and hollow.

Measurement

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