A: To help you determine proper fit we offer these simple suggestions: 1. Put both shoes on. If they are lace oxfords, tie them both as you normally would. 2. Stand up and, with your feet about 8-12" apart, have the sales person check the position of your feet in the shoes. The balls of your feet should be at the widest part of the shoes. 3. Wiggle your toes; they should have real freedom of movement throughout the forepart of the shoe. 4. Backpart fit should be snug but not over tight. As the outsoles flex and "break-in", small initial amounts of slipping at the heel should disappear. Going to a smaller size to eliminate ALL initial heel slipping can result in a fit that is just too tight, especially in slip-on models. Try not to depend upon breaking in to loosen up a tight feel. Goodyear welt construction and quality selection of leathers result in a very strong shoe. Try for a size that feels good right from the start.    Return to Questions  Return Home