How to measure your size
- Place a piece of paper against a wall and stand on it with your heels touching the wall. Wear the socks you’d typically wear.
- Mark the tip of your longest toe, then measure from the wall to the mark. Repeat for the other foot.
- Add 5-10mm to the longest measurement for toe room, then compare with our size chart.
How do your shoes fit?
“Fit” is a personal call, because it’s about the preferences of the wearer.
For width, to us the Orba is designed to be a fraction wider across the broadest part of the foot than what seems to be our expectation of a “standard” shoe, but with a close fit around midfoot and heel.
The length of the lacing system, with six eyelets on each side, allows tightening or loosening of the fit along the length of the shoe. This accommodates a variety of foot widths.
In terms of the length of the shoe, well, that matches the “standard” fitting closely. In terms of length, we recommend you measure the length of your foot, and check that against our sizing guide.
What do they feel like when wearing them?
Your Orba shoes will feel firm, comfortable and stable. The insole is a key to comfort. The Orba insole is made in three separate layers, of different densities of material for each of the forefoot, midfoot and heel. The materials, Cork and Coconut Husk (Core Fibre) and Natural Latex, mould to foot shape over time. The outsole, the natural rubber base of the shoe, is made to flex and absorb shock when under pressure.
Do Orba shoes have good arch support?
Our shoes and sole have been carefully designed for the most “typical” foot shape, and the cork and coir insole will adapt to individual foot shapes over time. For a more custom fit, the insoles are easily removable and can be replaced with orthopedic or customised insoles.
Will my shoes stretch?
The uppers and laces soften and relax as you wear them in, but they will not stretch. The insole will mould to the shape of your foot over time.
Do you do half sizes?
No, If you are a half size, we recommend you size up, not down. The long laces allow the shoe to be tightened if it is a fraction large.
