Shoe sizing isn’t as black and white as just length - there’s width to consider too.
We all want to put our best foot forward, but if you find yourself wincing at the narrowness of regular shoes, you might need something with a bit more room. Enter wide fit shoes.
Now come on, there’s no need for that look. For some, wide fit has a bit of a negative rap, but they look just like standard shoes, just with more room around the side to ensure a better fit. Better to wear shoes that support your feet properly than hobbling along for the sake of it.
Wide feet can be the result of many things, from genetics and ageing to weight. The good news is that there are hundreds of cute wide fit styles for every occasion that’ll have you looking, feeling and walking taller.
From wide fit heels to match office wear or date night attire, to comfy trainers with a bit more space to run around all weekend in, we’ve found the best wide fit shoes to shop right now.
Scroll on to see our edit of the nicest.
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ASOS DESIGN Wide Fit Lotus embellished slingback ballet flats in green satin
Dress up any look instantly with a pair of slingback flats. ASOS’s version comes in a pretty satin fabric, anchored with a diamante embellishment for extra style points. They come in sizes 2 - 11.
Buy now £22.00, ASOS
Public Desire Wide Fit Calabasas western boots in silver
With festival season here, it’s time to find footwear that fits. Public Desire has a range of metallic cowboy boots that are up to the job; we like the all-silver look most. There’s more wiggle room for your feet and a block heel to provide extra inches to your ensemble.
Buy now £52.00, ASOS
Winnoh Wide Fit Dee Leather Mule in Ash
From athleisure trainers to summery sandals, Winnoh makes chic footwear for wide-fit customers. Designing from the feet first, pieces are handmade in Portugal and form excellent staples to any look, whether you’re headed to the races or running around town at the weekend.
The Dria lace-up sneakers are white with coloured accents: choose from beige, dark green, pink or black. We’ve fallen for the Dee leather mules, which come in nude and black in sizes UK4 - UK9.5. With a block heel, we’d wear them with everything from skinny jeans to wedding guest frocks.
Buy now £177.00, Winnoh
La Redoute Wide Fit Platform Sandals
The Seventies are back in vogue, and if you’re hoping to inject some of the Daisy Jones aesthetic into your wardrobe, start from your footwear with these gold-coloured sandals available at La Redoute. The strappy block heel design is made from a mix of leather and PU, fastening around the ankle with a buckle.
Buy now £45.00, La Redoute
Public Desire Wide Fit Midnight heeled shoes in neon lime satin
Need fancier footwear for a special event? Public Desire pulls out all the stops in these heels, decked with diamantes. Also available in neon orange, the dainty look will have you feeling like the belle of the ball.
Buy now £35.00, ASOS
CARVELA Sharp wide-fit ombré patent court shoes
Shoes so sexy no one would guess that they’re wide fit. Carvela’s nude ombre heels stand at four inches tall with a stiletto heel and pointed closed toe. A great pair of formal shoes for the office or special events.
Buy now £59.00, Selfridges
Gabor Wide Fit Gigi Scallop Edge Suede Block Heeled Court Shoes, Black
Comfy yet cute shoes to wear from work to play, these wide fit courts will soon become your new favourite staple shoes. From the scalloped edge to the suede uppers, they’ll help you finish any look with a touch of elegance.
Buy now £95.00, John Lewis
Dune London Kelisa - Natural Wide Fit Woven-Strap Wedge Sandals
Available in two shades of nude, say hello to your new favourite pair of wedges. Dune London has a big collection of wide fit styles, with sizes from UK3 - UK8. These beauties will give you 9cm of extra height and feature crossover toe straps and a buckle-fastened ankle strap for comfort and security.
Buy now £85.00, Dune London
M&S Wide Fit Suede Kitten Heel Court Shoes
Available in half sizes, M&S’s kitten heels are so comfortable your feet would purr if they could. The court shoe sits on a modest heel and comes with Insolia tech, which redistributes the weight from the balls of your feet so you can wear them for longer. The light pink shade adds a lovely pop of colour to any outfit.
Buy now £45.00, M&S
Clarks Seren25 Strap Lilac Nubuck
There’s nothing like a fresh pair of kicks to put a spring in your step - well, unless they fit beautifully too. Free your feet in Clarks’ lilac sandals, made from wondrously soft nubuck leather in sizes UK3 - UK8. You can stand in them all day thanks to a Cushion Luxe sock embedded in the sole, which provides targeted underfoot cushioning. If you’re nervous in heels, this design sports a block of just 3cm which should be enough to elongate your pins without leaving you feeling like you’re wobbling on top of them.
Buy now £72.00, Clarks
