These simple fit tips will help you find the perfect sole mate from our extensive selection of shoe styles you love in the size and width you need.

We'll turn your home into a pressure-free dressing room—backed by free exchanges and easy returns to ensure every step is just right.

Before You Buy

• Recheck your size. Most people's feet will flatten and get longer as they get older. An easy way to see if your feet have changed is to put on a recently purchased pair of shoes. If the shoe feels tight, it might be time to buy a half-size larger.
• Size for your bigger foot. Yep, most of us have one foot that's larger in size than the other. It's a good rule of thumb to fit the shoes to your larger foot, as a shoe that's too small is much more likely to cause serious problems than one that's too loose.
• Know that shoe sizes may not be universal. While most sizes will remain consistent within a single brand (a size 10 Merrell Jungle Moc will be equal to a size 10 Merrell Encore), sizes between brands could vary up to one full size due to manufacturing quirks and designs. However, we make it easy to tell if you need a different size by reading our product reviews to see if our customers recommend going up or down a size in that particular style.

When They Arrive

• Choose the right socks. Slip on the socks you'll typically wear in your new shoes, as sock thickness can make a huge difference in the fit of your new shoes.
• Try, try again. Because your feet will expand slightly during the day, try on your shoes at different times throughout the day to ensure they'll be comfortable from dawn to dusk.
• Get some toe room. Allow about a finger's width (about 3/8" to 1/2") of room between your longest toe and the end of the shoe. You never want shoes that are too short or snug in the toe area so leave some wiggle room.
• Align the ball of the foot. The ball of your foot should sit at the widest part of the shoe, where it's designed to flex. Try walking in the shoe on carpet to make sure it fits without pressure to the front of the foot.
• Secure your heel. While your heel may move slightly in shoes right out of the box, excessive heel slippage is a sign of an improper fit.
• Don't expect them to stretch. If the shoes are a little tight now, it's unlikely they'll stretch out over time. You want to be comfortable from the first step.

By following these tips, you and your shoes should be a perfect fit together. But if not, don't worry—we make it quick and easy to try on another pair with our free exchange policy (just remember to try on your shoes in a carpeted area to protect them if you need to exchange them). There's never a need to settle for a shoe you don't love at OnlineShoes.com, where you get all the shoes, all the sizes, all the time.

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