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Recognising the Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis

Person holding their foot while sitting, with a red and yellow heat map effect superimposed on the sole to indicate pain or inflammation, commonly associated with plantar fasciitis.
The symptoms of plantar fasciitis creep in quietly. Learn more about the signs, what causes them and how the right shoes can help you feel human again.

What Are Orthotics? A Comprehensive Guide

Podiatrist wearing blue gloves fitting a white orthotic insert with red heel padding under a patient’s bare foot during an assessment.
Orthotics are an easy upgrade that can totally change how your feet feel day-to-day. Let’s walk through what orthotics are and how to choose a pair that really works.

The Benefits of Wearing Orthotic-Friendly Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis

Man changing the insole of an orthotic-friendly shoe
Orthotic-friendly shoes take the pressure off where it hurts most, giving your feet the support they need to feel better and move easier.

How To Choose Orthotic-Friendly Shoes for Comfort and Support

Seated woman with a raised foot touching the heel of her comfortable flats
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.

Types of Orthotics: Custom vs. Over-the-Counter

Types of Orthotics: Custom vs. Over-the-Counter
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?

Plantar Fasciitis: Causes and Risk Factors Explained

Plantar Fasciitis: Causes and Risk Factors Explained
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.

Tips for Breaking in New Shoes Without the Pain

Tips for Breaking in New Shoes Without the Pain
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.

A Guide to the Best Shoes for Standing All Day: Comfort and Support

A Guide to the Best Shoes for Standing All Day: Comfort and Support

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.

How to Style Ankle Boots for Any Season

How to Style Ankle Boots for Any Season
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.

The Best Ways to Care for Your Leather Shoes

The Best Ways to Care for Your Leather Shoes
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 and Confidence: How Your Footwear Impacts Your Self Image

Shoes and Confidence: How Your Footwear Impacts Your Self Image

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.

The Rise of Athleisure: How Sneakers Became Fashion Staples

The Rise of Athleisure: How Sneakers Became Fashion Staples
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.