A new shoe challenge!

freakyogre

I have recently had an operation on one of my feet and am still currently wearing the post surgery boot. I am due back at the hospital in a couple of weeks, where I hope the boot will be removed and I can return to 'normal'.

I will however, need some new shoes to wear, but there are a few problems! The operation consisted of my tendon being stretched and my toes being straightened so...

1) I need something flat, or with a very small heel (tendon will get worse if I wear heels).
2) I need something preferably open toed (I suspect the toes will rub for a while), but flip flops/sandals with the bit between the big toe are probably no good as it will rub where the surgeon has cut.
3) If it is open toed, the strap/band needs to be far enough up the foot that it doesn't sit directly on my toes (rubbing again).
4) Nothing too scruffy looking, I will need to wear them to work (although i'm sure they'll understand if I have to work barefoot...:p)

Oh and just to add to the fun, my other foot still has the initial problems, so I am unable to wear the dolly/pump type shoes as the tops always rub my crooked toes.

Really what I need is a sandal/flip flop type shoe with no top to it!

So, any ideas?! (i'm female by the way)

bella*donna

How about Birkenstocks? I have loads and they are very comfortable. Thaey have lots of different styles so maybe one would suit your needs. They do usually have some sort of strap across the foot (on me, sits above my toes) these are usually adjustable, so you could make it a bit bigger for comfort.

The only other thing I can think of is slippers. A mule style slipper in a dark colour could pass for shoes, esp if they had a rubber sole. You could try a mens pair as they tend to come up a bit bigger.

Good luck, hope you feel better soon.

aliasojo

Crocs? They are meant to be worn big all round so they wouldn't rub your foot?

meece

I've just had a look on the Clarks sale, and there are some lovely ones on there around £24 to £34 in loads of colours, small heel, they are called Oscar Silk, and aren't too casual. (sorry too technical to post a link!)

Good luck with your recovery.:)

stormcloudgathering

Another vote for Birkenstocks - there are several styles which have buckles across the top rather than a toe post, which gives you the added advantage of being able to have each shoe buckled individually to accommodate any post operative oedema.

freakyogre

bella*donna wrote: »

How about Birkenstocks? I have loads and they are very comfortable. Thaey have lots of different styles so maybe one would suit your needs. They do usually have some sort of strap across the foot (on me, sits above my toes) these are usually adjustable, so you could make it a bit bigger for comfort.

The only other thing I can think of is slippers. A mule style slipper in a dark colour could pass for shoes, esp if they had a rubber sole. You could try a mens pair as they tend to come up a bit bigger.

Good luck, hope you feel better soon.

Ooh thanks, i'll have a look. I've always heard about them, but didn't think of them when I posted. What is their sizing like? I may have to order online, although would rather try a pair on.

I thought of mule type sandles today, so they may be an option.

Thanks again

freakyogre

aliasojo wrote: »

Crocs? They are meant to be worn big all round so they wouldn't rub your foot?

I've always hated crocs, I think they look ridiculous, so unless they have improved them a lot i'm afraid they're not an option! Thank you for the suggestion though.

meece wrote: »

I've just had a look on the Clarks sale, and there are some lovely ones on there around £24 to £34 in loads of colours, small heel, they are called Oscar Silk, and aren't too casual. (sorry too technical to post a link!)

Good luck with your recovery.:)

They might be an option, they look ok and I love the different colours

Thank you

stormcloudgathering wrote: »

Another vote for Birkenstocks - there are several styles which have buckles across the top rather than a toe post, which gives you the added advantage of being able to have each shoe buckled individually to accommodate any post operative oedema.

I'm just looking and there's loads of really nice ones, so I think these might be the solution. Infact, there's too many nice ones!

Perhaps a silly question, but i've noticed there's a lot on ebay. Are these likely to be official ones? I'm happy to buy a 'proper' pair at the usual price, but if I can get more than one pair for the same amount i'll be very happy (but not at the cost of knackering my feet further).

missingink

freakyogre wrote: »

I've always hated crocs, I think they look ridiculous, so unless they have improved them a lot i'm afraid they're not an option! Thank you for the suggestion though.



They might be an option, they look ok and I love the different colours

Thank you



I'm just looking and there's loads of really nice ones, so I think these might be the solution. Infact, there's too many nice ones!

Perhaps a silly question, but i've noticed there's a lot on ebay. Are these likely to be official ones? I'm happy to buy a 'proper' pair at the usual price, but if I can get more than one pair for the same amount i'll be very happy (but not at the cost of knackering my feet further).

Another big Birkies fan here!:T

They are great for your feet & will probably aid the healing of your foot post op(going by my Mum's experience with them)

I've only ever had one pair from ebay-the sole was hanging off them within five minutes of just trying them on & the upper was coming away from the footbed! That put me right off buying from there but maybe I was just unlucky!

Amazon are quite good but a bit pricey at the mo. TK Maxx are usualy reasonably priced but V limited in sizes & styles. Quite a few shops (Office, Schuh, Shudoo etc) have sales on at the moment & they might have some left.

As far as sizing goes, it's best to try them on & see, especially with your 'condition' but if you want a good idea, look at the sizing guide on the official Birkenstock site. I found it V helpful & V acurate.

http://www.birkenstock.co.uk/index.php?m=catalogue&a=sizing

I hope you manage to find a comfy shoe, no matter what you go for!:)

freakyogre

missingink wrote: »

Another big Birkies fan here!:T

They are great for your feet & will probably aid the healing of your foot post op(going by my Mum's experience with them)

I've only ever had one pair from ebay-the sole was hanging off them within five minutes of just trying them on & the upper was coming away from the footbed! That put me right off buying from there but maybe I was just unlucky!

Amazon are quite good but a bit pricey at the mo. TK Maxx are usualy reasonably priced but V limited in sizes & styles. Quite a few shops (Office, Schuh, Shudoo etc) have sales on at the moment & they might have some left.

As far as sizing goes, it's best to try them on & see, especially with your 'condition' but if you want a good idea, look at the sizing guide on the official Birkenstock site. I found it V helpful & V acurate.

http://www.birkenstock.co.uk/index.php?m=catalogue&a=sizing

I hope you manage to find a comfy shoe, no matter what you go for!:)

Thank you, i'll have a look on those sites.

I have had a quick look at their sizing guide and it seems to be 4-4.5 or 5-5.5, but just to be awkward, I am generally a 5, but they are sometimes a bit big so I would have thought 4.5 would be better, whereas 5.5 will be too big (silly inbetween sized feet!)

Are they generally 'normal' sizes compared to other shops? I know it's hard to say as all shop sizing is different, but if they're a lot bigger/smaller than other shoes it might give me a better idea of which size to go for.

Violetta_2

If you have a TJHughes near you try in there for Birkenstock's I tried some on in there the other day £19.99 I couldn't walk in them though the shaped footbed had a disagreement with my non existent arches.
I've used Javari who are part of Amazon to buy shoes online, I've found them good & delivery/returns are free. Hope you find something.

Grandmasu

I wonder whether arcopedico shoes might suit you. They are not the most glamorous but are extremely comfortable. The stretch top moulds to your feet and they do not rub or pinch anywhere.