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Orthotic-friendly shoes take the pressure off where it hurts most, giving your feet the support they need to feel better and move easier.

At Forbes Footwear, we’ve spent years helping our customers choose orthotic-friendly shoes that offer comfort, support and a fit that actually feels good.

Whether you’re dealing with foot fatigue, plantar fasciitis or just need better support inside your shoes, orthotics can help. But custom or over-the-counter?

Once you know how plantar fasciitis might be affecting you and what might be putting you at risk, you can take steps to fix it, starting with footwear.

Breaking in new shoes is easy if you’re following the correct tips as outlined below. It’s common for people to be wearing half a size too big as they forget the new leather shoes need to soften, they aren’t really too small. To get the exact right size of shoe, come in to Forbes Footwear for a professional fitting where we measure the length, width and arch of your foot.

Standing all day doesn’t have to be a drag. It’s likely that if you’re experiencing foot pain, ankle pain, back pain or any other type of pain while standing on your feet at work, this is down to poor footwear. So, how can you improve your work life and give yourself a happier, healthier body? Choosing the right footwear is essential for this. Here, Forbes Footwear offers a guide to the best shoes for standing all day, giving you comfort and support.

Styling an ankle boot can present a challenge even with the most expansive of wardrobes. This is what this post is here to help with. Forbes Footwear gives us a run through of how to style ankle boots for any season. For a temperate spring day, ankle boots can be paired with a nice skirt or dress.

Proper maintenance for leather shoes is important if you want to get the most life out of them. So, here, the experts in shoe care at Forbes Footwear outline the best ways to care for your leather shoes!

Shoes are one of those things that can prove a real confidence booster in high-stress situations. They’re our first point of contact with the ground, helping literally ‘stay grounded’ and keep ourselves stable, while outwardly presenting ourselves in our best possible light.

At work or social events, wearing high-quality and presentable shoes can help you feel confident that you’re making a great first impression.

From the track to the runway, sneakers have had quite the journey over the past few decades. From being exclusively considered a sports shoe to becoming an everyday fashion staple, sneakers have well and truly cemented their place in modern fashion. Here’s everything you need to know about the rise of athleisure and how sneakers became the fashion staples we know and love today.

A shoe that’s perfect for someone else may be completely uncomfortable for you. That’s because feet have different shapes, sizes and characteristics which greatly impact the comfort level of a certain pair of shoes. When shopping for orthotic shoes, comfort is the key characteristic that we’re aiming for, so it’s imperative that you buy based on your foot type. Here, Forbes Footwear explain how to choose the right orthotic shoes for your foot type.

Choosing your perfect orthotic shoe depends on what you’re using them for. Someone who walks to work every day might need more shock absorption and greater support in their orthotic shoes than someone who is retired, for example. Orthotic shoe material is another key factor choosing the best shoe for you. What’s the best way to get the perfect-fitting orthotic shoe? Come in to see the team at Forbes Footwear for a professional fitting.