Comfort & Support
Fresh perspectives on footwear, practical fitting advice, and helpful ideas for your everyday comfort.
Comfortable Dress Shoes for Holiday Parties: A Shoe Fitter's Guide
Office parties, weddings and New Year's Eve ahead? Our South Windsor shoe fitters explain what makes a dress shoe comfortable to stand in: heel height, arch support, secure straps, fit and break-in tips, plus...
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Slippers Are the Holiday Gift for Anyone With Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain is worst in the morning and at home, where most people go barefoot. Our fitters explain what makes a slipper good for plantar fasciitis and which in-stock slippers make the best holiday...
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Waterproof Shoes for Connecticut Winters: Slush, Salt and Ice
First slush of the season on the way? Our South Windsor shoe fitters explain waterproof vs. water-resistant shoes, how much tread you need, how winter boots should fit, using orthotics, and protecting boots from...
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Best Shoes for Holiday Travel: What to Wear and Pack
Flying out of Bradley or driving to see family this season? Our South Windsor shoe fitters explain what makes a good travel shoe, which styles suit different trips, how many pairs to pack, and...
Read the articleDoes a Deep Tread Make a Shoe Slip-Proof?
A rugged-looking sole is not a universal grip guarantee. Learn how surfaces, sole materials, tread patterns, and shoe condition affect the footwear questions worth asking.
Read the articleIs Athlete’s Foot Only a Locker-Room Problem?
Locker rooms are only part of the picture. Learn how everyday footwear habits relate to athlete’s foot, why drying time matters, and when to seek professional care.
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Comfort Shoe Gift Guide: Holiday Gifts They'll Actually Wear
Supportive slippers, recovery slides, hands-free sneakers and orthotic insoles make comfort gifts people wear every day. Our South Windsor shoe fitters share how to pick the right gift, what to do if you don't...
Read the articleAre Ingrown Toenails Only a Nail-Trimming Problem?
Nail trimming is only part of the picture. Learn how shoe pressure can contribute to ingrown toenails, what to check during a fitting, and when to seek clinical help.
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Where to Get Your Feet Professionally Measured Near Hartford, CT
What a professional shoe fitting includes, when to get re-measured, and what to bring when you visit our South Windsor store from the Hartford area.
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European Shoe Sizes Explained: Converting EU to US Sizes
Approximate EU-to-US size charts for women and men, why European sizes vary by brand, and practical tips for ordering European comfort shoes online.
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Vionic vs. Naot vs. Birkenstock: Which Comfort Brand Fits Your Foot?
How Vionic, Naot and Birkenstock differ in footbed, sizing, width and break-in, and which kind of foot tends to suit each one.
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Best Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis: What a Shoe Fitter Looks For
The shoe features our second-generation fitters look for when customers come in with heel pain, from heel counters and arch support to house shoes and orthotics.
Read the articleAre Bunions Always Caused by Bad Shoes?
Bunions are not simply a verdict on past shoe choices. Learn what footwear can and cannot change, what to check during a fitting, and when to seek clinical advice.
Read the articleDoes Your Arch Type Decide Which Shoes You Need?
An arch label is only part of shoe shopping. Learn what running-shoe research can and cannot tell you, which fitting questions to ask, and when to seek medical advice.
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Does Your Shoe Size Stay the Same as an Adult?
Adult feet can change over time. Learn why an old size is only a starting point, when to remeasure, and when changes call for clinical assessment.
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Are More Expensive Shoes Better for Your Feet?
A higher price does not guarantee a better fit. Learn how to compare purpose, comfort, and verified features while keeping your budget in view.
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Are Running Shoes a Good Choice for Pickleball?
Pickleball asks more than straight-ahead movement. Compare court-shoe design, cross-training limits, and fit before assuming any sneaker will do.
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Do Socks Really Matter When Trying On Shoes?
Sock thickness, size, seams, and condition belong in your shoe-fitting checklist. Learn what to bring and what to compare before choosing a pair.
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Can an Insole Fix a Poorly Fitting Shoe?
Compare shoe depth, heel hold, and insert compatibility, and understand how retail inserts differ from prescription orthotics.
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Are Flat Shoes Always the Healthiest Choice?
Heel height is only part of the picture. Compare toe room, heel hold, and fastening, and learn when changing to flats calls for individual advice.
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If Your Shoes Look Fine, Do They Still Need Replacing?
A clean upper does not tell the whole story. Check soles, linings, heel shape, and usage before deciding whether to repair or replace a favorite pair.
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