Although it’s still a problem ladies that have larger feet should thank the Lord that they weren’t around in medieval China. Binding your feet tightly to prevent them from growing was a common practice in these times and although no longer practiced (neither in China, nor anywhere in the world) women with large feet still find it tough. Apart from the snide remarks about Big Foot, there’s the very real and practical problem of finding comfortable and stylish shoes!
For most women shoe shopping is all about choosing between what looks good and what does not, but for women with large feet, it is all about what fits and what does not.
In fact, the National Shoe Retailers Association mentions that the average shoe size of women has increased by more than a size in the last decade. At the beginning of the last century, women usually wore a shoe size of 3.5 or 4. But by 1970’s it increased to almost 5! And today, an average UK woman’s shoe size is around 6 to 7. Generally size 9 and above are considered large shoe sizes, but it’s not unusual for ladies feet to be a size 12! There are several reasons for this. Good nutrition, eating high density food such as pizzas, burgers etc. pushes growth hormones to double the size than they are.
But thanks to online shopping sites like ours, such women are no longer a part of the disadvantaged gang. Unlike the days of yore, when women were forced to buy smaller size shoes and live in pain, we have a huge choice for large size ladies shoes. The fact that some celebrities like Kate Winslet (shoe size 9), Rihanna (size 7.5) openly flaunt their shoe size has helped a lot who’re encouraged to seek shoes that are appropriate for their size.
High end retailers rarely stock up on large sized shoes, and the options are often limited which means they generally run out of stock immediately. Conventional shoe retailers also stock up on large shoes, but they’re very expensive and come in limited options. When shoe shopping, make sure that you look for the specialist retailers with sites like ours that cater specifically in larger fits from size 8 upwards.
We sell shoes that are not only affordable, but in sizes that go up to size 12. From winter boots to wedges, slippers, moccasins, high/low heels, to everyday slippers, we've got it all! Katie Long Shoes is the result of an effort by Katie to find the right shoes for her. Since the age of 14, she’s been struggling to find decent shoes that fit properly and yet don’t cost a fortune. Besides selling, she also custom makes shoes. So if there is a style you know and would like to have it made, contact her!
For most women shoe shopping is all about choosing between what looks good and what does not, but for women with large feet, it is all about what fits and what does not.
In fact, the National Shoe Retailers Association mentions that the average shoe size of women has increased by more than a size in the last decade. At the beginning of the last century, women usually wore a shoe size of 3.5 or 4. But by 1970’s it increased to almost 5! And today, an average UK woman’s shoe size is around 6 to 7. Generally size 9 and above are considered large shoe sizes, but it’s not unusual for ladies feet to be a size 12! There are several reasons for this. Good nutrition, eating high density food such as pizzas, burgers etc. pushes growth hormones to double the size than they are.
But thanks to online shopping sites like ours, such women are no longer a part of the disadvantaged gang. Unlike the days of yore, when women were forced to buy smaller size shoes and live in pain, we have a huge choice for large size ladies shoes. The fact that some celebrities like Kate Winslet (shoe size 9), Rihanna (size 7.5) openly flaunt their shoe size has helped a lot who’re encouraged to seek shoes that are appropriate for their size.
High end retailers rarely stock up on large sized shoes, and the options are often limited which means they generally run out of stock immediately. Conventional shoe retailers also stock up on large shoes, but they’re very expensive and come in limited options. When shoe shopping, make sure that you look for the specialist retailers with sites like ours that cater specifically in larger fits from size 8 upwards.
We sell shoes that are not only affordable, but in sizes that go up to size 12. From winter boots to wedges, slippers, moccasins, high/low heels, to everyday slippers, we've got it all! Katie Long Shoes is the result of an effort by Katie to find the right shoes for her. Since the age of 14, she’s been struggling to find decent shoes that fit properly and yet don’t cost a fortune. Besides selling, she also custom makes shoes. So if there is a style you know and would like to have it made, contact her!
