Still not sure? Call Paul or Madi at (704) 846-0301, Monday to Saturday, or answer a few questions and we'll suggest a pair. Near Charlotte? Visit our Matthews store and we'll measure your feet.
Flat Feet
12 styles, free shipping over $75
A flat or fallen arch lets the foot roll inward with every step, and the strain travels up to the knees, hips and back.
Narrow it down
How wide are your feet?
What kind of shoe?
Rather ask a person? Call Paul or Madi, (704) 846-0301
Paul's top 3 for flat feet
Start with these three. If none of them feels right, every style is listed below.
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Orthofeet
Orthofeet Tilos Hands-Free (Men's)Best for bunions, sensitive feet, and all-day walking in a modern sneakerWidths: Medium · Wide · X-Wide$129.00
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Aetrex
Aetrex Charlotte Lace-Up Sneaker$159.95
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Orthofeet
Orthofeet Wander Hands-Free (Women's)Best for everyday walking and sensitive feet, in a leather sneakerWidths: Medium · Wide · X-Wide$129.00
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Taos Footwear USA
Taos Plim Soul Lux$170.00
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Orthofeet
Orthofeet Claude Hands-Free (Men's)Best for everyday wear for feet that need room and supportWidths: Medium · Wide · X-Wide$139.00
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Aetrex
Aetrex Women's Premium Memory Foam Posted Orthotics W/ Metatarsal Support$79.95
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Orthofeet
Orthofeet Verno Hands-Free (Men's)Best for bunions, heel pain, and anyone who wants a leather boot they can step intoWidths: Medium · Wide · X-Wide$149.00
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Naot
Naot AutanBest for cooler days on your feet, on a footbed that shapes to your foot over time$199.95
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Aetrex
Aetrex Men's Premium Memory Foam Posted Orthotics W/ Metatarsal Support$79.95
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Orthofeet
Orthofeet Blaire Hands-Free (Women's)Best for everyday wear in an easy-on ankle bootWidths: Medium · Wide · X-Wide$149.00
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Taos Footwear USA
Taos Perfect$150.00
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Orthofeet
Orthofeet Graphite Hands-Free Work Boots (Men's)Best for long shifts on your feet when you need a safety-rated work bootWidths: Medium · Wide · X-Wide$199.00
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Orthofeet Graphite Hands-Free Work Boots (Men's)
Flat feet or feet that roll in? Paul usually adds the Aetrex Posted orthotic with met pad. See which orthotic fits.
About Flat Feet
What that foot needs is a shoe that holds it: a firm heel counter you cannot squeeze flat, a supportive footbed or room for a posted orthotic, and a sole that does not twist in the middle. Cushioning alone is not support; a marshmallow-soft shoe lets a flat foot sink even further. Minimal and barefoot-style shoes are the wrong direction for most flat feet.
What I put flat feet in first: the Orthofeet Tilos for men and Wander for women, because the arch support is built in and adjustable and the extra depth takes a posted orthotic when a foot needs more; the Aetrex Charlotte, a lace-up with a firm built-in arch that looks like an ordinary sneaker; and the Taos Plim Soul Lux for a dressier leather sneaker whose removable footbed gives real arch and metatarsal support.
Not sure which you need? Take the Find My Fit questions or call (704) 846-0301. Shipping is free over $75. Unworn pairs in the original packaging can be returned within 30 days; you pay the return shipping.
FAQ
Common questions
Straight answers from our fitting team.
Which shoes help with this?
Look for a firm heel counter, real arch support, a cushioned but stable sole and a roomy toe box. The three pairs at the top of this page are the ones Paul starts with. If you are unsure, call us at (704) 846-0301 and we'll help you choose.
Which shoes make it worse?
Flat, flexible shoes with no arch support, worn-out sneakers, flip-flops and high heels usually make foot pain worse. So does walking barefoot on hard floors.
What width should I choose?
If shoes pinch across the widest part of your foot, or you have bunions or swelling, choose Wide. Orthofeet makes most styles in Medium, Wide and X-Wide. Our width guide explains the letters.
Do I need an orthotic too?
Not always. Many of these shoes already have good arch support. An orthotic helps when you want a firmer, measured arch, or want support in shoes you already own. Find the right orthotic in three questions.
What if they don't fit?
Call us first. Unworn pairs in the original packaging can be returned within 30 days. See our refund policy for the details.
Can I get fitted in person?
Yes. Visit our store in Matthews, NC, Monday to Saturday. Paul, our board-certified pedorthist, or Madi will measure your feet and help you choose. You can also call (704) 846-0301 for help by phone.