Finding Better Clothing and Accessories

If you love shoes and you love expressing yourself via fashion even more, having a high arch in your feet can cause you a lot of discomfort and problems with your fancy shoes. High arches can make you feel like your feet are on fire when you wear flats or other trendy shoes that don't have a lot of structure in the arch. This issue means you have delicate, shapely feet that need ample support right in the center where the tender muscles are easily stretched. You can care for your high arch while wearing whatever you want if you have the right foot care products.

Arch support socks

Ankle and calf-length socks that offer a thicker, stretchy band around the arch and heel of the sole give your feet the flexibility and support they need when you are wearing shoes that don't give you those things. Wear these kinds of socks (or an athletic wrap instead) when you are wearing flats, athletic shoes that are wide, or casual work shoes that are ill-fitting. Wider shoes are an excellent choice for people who have high arches since they are better able to accommodate thicker socks without cramping feet or toes. Keep this in mind when choosing socks to wear with your everyday shoes.

Gel-sole shoes

Shoes with a built-in gel sole are better able to be custom-molded to your feet for a comfortable, supportive fit. Some brands of shoes are known for their gel or cushioned soles, and you can buy shoe inserts for heels, flats, athletic shoes, and work shoes that have gel cushioning in them as well. Thin gel inserts for heels can especially come in handy when you want to wear something attractive but know they will hurt your feet throughout the day. Those thin inserts and are designed to be invisible with most heels, even those with strappy designs.

Pads

Just like you can buy stick-on pads to place on warts, bunions, or corns on your feet, you can do the same for your heels and arches for a custom fit that doesn't irritate you or take up a lot of bulk. These stick-on pads are typically clear in color and make your shoes even more comfortable and a closer fit to your high arch.

Just because you have high arches doesn't mean you can't wear whatever shoes you like. You just need the right foot care products to give you the comfort and support you need. Your local shoe supply store, such as Virginia Shoe Clinic, should have many products designed to give your arches a rest.