When boots are fitted correctly, your feet should feel great.
Remember, that differences in leather, toe and heels styles can
affect the way a boot fits. Determine what thickness of socks
you generally wear and allow for the socks in the fitting
process.
- TAKE A SEAT: It is much easier to pull
on boots when seated. You will hear a soft "plop" when the
foot drops into the boot. Now stand to determine proper fit.
- FIND THE FOOTBALL: The ball of the foot
should be the widest part of the boot's outsole. When
standing, the boot shank and arch of the foot should have
matching curves.
- MAKE ROOM FOR THE TOES: There are two
tests to determine whether or not your boots have ample toe
room. First run your finger over the smaller toes' area to
see if the toes touch softly against the leather. Make sure
to be standing. If the smaller toes extend beyond the
stitching line of the welt, or if the toes cause a bump, the
boots are too short. Try a larger size.
- INSTEP FIT: You can determine if your
boots fit across the instep by taking the leather between
your thumb and index finger and rubbing your thumb across
the instep. If the boots are too loose, a large wrinkle will
appear. A slight wrinkle means the boots fit properly.
Heel Slippage is normal and does not mean the boots are not
fitted properly. After the boots have been worn and the outsole
flexed a few times heel slippage should stop giving you a
comfortable wearing boot. |
