Finding the Right Size and Style of Waldläufer Shoes
Choosing the correct size and style of Waldläufer shoes can make all the difference in comfort and support. Here are some useful tips to help you select the perfect fit.
Shoe width is important. Complaints like "My feet hurt" are common and often caused by shoes that are too tight. Wearing shoes with incorrect width can lead to pressure points and foot health issues. Rather than accepting discomfort, itâs important to buy footwear that fits correctly from the outset.
You may be wondering: âWhat should I pay attention to regarding shoe width?â and âHow do I find out the shoe size I need?â To answer these questions, measuring the circumference of your foot is essential. Here's how to do it.
What Do Width Codes Mean? G, H, K, or M?
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Which Shoe Size Is Right for Me?
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Understanding Width Codes
Waldläufer widths at a glance.
| Width Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Comfort Width G for a Normal Wide Foot | Here in NZ, those with a G fit usually have a narrow or thin foot shape. |
| H-WIDTH FOR A SLIGHTLY BROADER FOOT | The shoe width H is a common fit for a slightly wider foot. If you have bunions or hammer toes but a narrow heel then you might consider shoes with stretch soft uppers. |
| SHOES IN K-WIDTH FOR AN EXTRA-WIDE FOOT | The K-width is suitable for an extra-wide foot. People with wider feet often have a harder time buying shoes and for this reason Waldläufer strives to provide a good range of stylish, comfortable options. |
| SHOES IN M-WIDTH FOR THE PARTICULARLY BROAD OR SWOLLEN FOOT | M-width is rarely an option when buying retail shoes and again Waldläufer comes to the rescue with a range of solid options. |
How to Measure Your Foot Width
To determine your own shoe width, only a tape measure or a shoelace and a ruler is needed. The optimal time to measure the width of the foot is in the afternoon or evening, as the load throughout the day causes the foot to be supplied with more blood making it somewhat larger than in the morning.
The measurement itself is best done standing and on a bare foot, evenly distributing the weight on both feet, to reduce measurement errors in the foot width. The tape measure is placed loosely around the widest part of the ball of the foot.
Often the reading of the foot width is easier if you have a second person to help. To determine the shoe width, you can simply compare the measured number with the table below.
Foot circumference around the forefoot (Bunion) joint.
We recommend using the following official Waldläufer size chart below, in order to determine the most suitable foot circumference code.
Now determine your shoe size!
Waldläufer works with English shoe sizes, i.e. the UK measurement system. If you don't know your English shoe size, you can easily find it out now â we'll show you how:
To determine the shoe size, the foot length should first be measured. As with measuring the foot width, the optimal time for this is the early evening, because at this time of day the feet have reached their full length. Stand with both bare feet on a white sheet of paper and try to distribute your weight as evenly as possible. With a pencil OR pen, you now trace the outline of your feet â being sure to draw as close as possible to the foot in order to be able to determine the length and thus the shoe size as accurately as possible. Of course, if you have a second person to help, it's even easier.
Now the finished outline needs to be measured. Take a ruler or tape measure and measure the distance from the heel to the big toe. You can compare the result with the table below to find your UK shoe size to use when looking for your favourite model in the Waldlaufer collection.
Important please note:
- This is offered as a guide only.
- We suggest you measure both feet and use the larger of the two measurements.
- We recommend adding 10mm to the length to allow for a cap in front of the shoe.
- Sport shoes require a different measurement guide.
Suggested shoe size
We recommend using the following official Waldläufer size chart below, in order to determine your suitable shoe size.
