The weather is warm and we're all getting out our old summer sandals and many of us are thinking it's time for some new ones? Not only could we all use some new sandals, but we could all definitely use some support in those sandals. Many women throw on the plastic summer flip flops without realizing the damage they are doing to their feet. When you don't support your arch it will fall over time. Also, when you don't provide a substantial sole between you and the ground there is a good chance the natural cushioning on your feet will diminish over time and your joints will feel the brunt of not having supportive, shock absorbent sandals. There are a ton of stylish yet supportive sandals to choose from at E.G.Geller.
Some specific sandals I may suggest would be Finn Comfort's Gomera or the Jamaica. Both of these sandals have a TON of support with a cork and latex footbed that will conform to your foot over time and can be removed and replaced after a few years of wear. YES, I said a few years. Finn Comforts have a history of lasting a very long time because of the natural, long lasting materials and the great craftsmanship of the shoes. Mephisto is another fabulous company that makes a very supportive, seasonally reoccurring sandal called the Helen. The Helen is a classic style from Mephisto that has been hand crafted and worn successfully for decades. The Helen is handmade is France or Portugal and consists of a natural rubber sole with a cork and latex insole that conforms to the foot for maximum support and cushioning.
Aside from Mephisto and Finn Comfort there are also the Naot sandals and Birkenstocks. Naot makes a lot of very stylish, lightweight, supportive sandals that also have a conforming cork and latex footbed. Naots are crafted in Israel and wear very well. Birkenstocks are their own genre of shoe that have been made for decades and are often associated with a laid back, relaxing lifestyle. They originally had pretty firm footbeds that conform over time, but they've also introduced a soft footbed that can be great for people who've never worn Birkenstocks before. Birkenstocks have great arch support and are actually pretty stylish! All of the sandals I've discussed have wonderful support and style. You can wear them to dinner, to the beach or even around the house. There is a sandal for every occasion. I hope you can find your new perfect sandal for this summer season and many to come. If you would like further assistance in choosing your sandals or if you'd like to know how a specific sandal fits you can always stop into one of our locations or give us a call at 1-800-321-8066!
