(Newswire.net — January 13, 2019) — Buying shoes online are slowly catching up because online stores tend to have a wider collection of varying sizes when compared to a physical store. This is because online sellers can source from a variety of shoemakers from around the world, and can also customize them for you, on special requests.
So, here are some tips that will show you how to make the most of what’s offered in online stores and shop on them like a pro.
Large images
Look for shoes in a site that has large images of the products they are selling. Remember, you have to rely completely on the images while shopping online, so at least ensure that you get to see large images of the available shoes and not just thumbnails.
Right size
One of the trickiest aspects of buying a shoe online is to identify the right size. Before you start browsing, measure your foot accurately. To do this, wear a pair of socks that has medium thickness. This should be something that you wear most often. Wear this pair of socks, put your foot down on a piece of paper and draw along the contours of your foot. Then, take the paper and measure it to get an accurate measurement of your foot.
Another aspect to keep in mind is that both your feet are not the same size! As shocking as this may sound, one foot will always be slightly larger than the other. So, make sure you choose the measurement of the larger foot. If you don’t know which of the two is the larger one, simply take the measurement of both the feet and pick the larger one.
All sites will have a size chart, so make sure you follow this size chart to identify the right size.
Colors
Though most renowned online retailers like Thomas Bird have an accurate representation of the shoes, some pictures may not reflect the exact color. This is why you should read the description, as they tend to be more comprehensive and give you the exact shade of your shoe. If you still have a doubt or if you’re looking only for a particular shoe color, you can always send a message to the online retailer and get it clarified. Most retailers respond quickly and you should get an answer within a few minutes.
Return policy
An important, but often overlooked aspect is the return policy. You want to have a site that is open to accept returns within a reasonable period, provided there is no damage whatsoever to the shoes. So, before you shop, read through the return policy and see if it is reasonable and on par with the industry standards.
If there is no return policy or if it sounds ambiguous, skip this online retailer and move on to others.
In short, finding the perfect pair of shoes online is easy when you start getting used to it. We hope the above tips will help you identify the best and the most reliable online retailer for your next pair of shoes.