Wide & Extra-Wide Fitting

Wide Width Shoes in Concord, NH

If your shoes always pinch, you may not need a bigger size. You may need a wider one. At Joe King's Shoe Shop in downtown Concord, we measure both feet for length and width at every fitting, then bring out pairs that actually match your feet.

Wide & extra-wide in stock
Free fitting, no appointment
Special orders available

How Widths Work Where to Find Us

What the Width Letters Mean

Shoe widths use letters, and the same letter means something different in men's and women's sizes.

Width	Men's	Women's
Narrow	B	2A
Medium (standard)	D	B
Wide	2E	D
Extra Wide	4E	2E
Extra-Extra Wide	6E	4E

You'll also see 2E written as EE and 4E as EEEE, and some brands simply use W for wide and XW for extra wide. A few make in-between widths like 3E. Widths also run a little differently from brand to brand, which is why we measure first and then try shoes on.

What we carry: wide and extra-wide widths in many styles, usually up to men's 4E and women's 2E, plus a few 6E styles. 6E is rarer, so give us a call before you come in. If a brand makes your width and has it available, we can usually special order it for you.

Call (603) 225-6012

How We Fit Wide Feet

Every fitting is free and takes just a few minutes.

We measure both feet
Length and width, standing up. Most people have one foot a little bigger than the other, so we fit the bigger one.
We look at the shape
Some feet are wide across the ball, some through the toes, some at the instep. A roomy toe box or a softer upper can matter as much as the width letter.
You try them on and walk
Bring the socks and any insoles or orthotics you'll wear. Your toes should lie flat and move freely, with no pressure along the sides of your feet.
We order what we don't have
If the right shoe isn't on the shelf in your width, we'll check whether the brand makes it and order it in.

Brands We Trust for Wide Feet

These are the brands we reach for first when a customer needs extra room.

New Balance Running and walking shoes in wide and extra-wide widths across many of their most popular models. Shop New Balance Brooks Wide and extra-wide versions of favorites like the Ghost and Adrenaline GTS. Shop Brooks Hoka Wide versions of cushioned favorites like the Bondi and Clifton. Shop Hoka Dunham Walking shoes and boots made in a wide range of widths, including some of the widest we carry. Shop Dunham Aetrex Comfort shoes with built-in arch support, with many styles offered in wide. Shop Aetrex Altra A foot-shaped toe box that lets your toes spread out, plus wide versions of several models. Shop Altra KEEN Roomy toe boxes in hiking, work and casual shoes, with many styles also made in wide. Shop KEEN Merrell Hiking shoes and boots, including the Moab, in wide widths. Shop Merrell Oboz Trail-ready hiking shoes and boots, with several models made in wide. Shop Oboz Red Wing Work boots in wide and extra-wide widths for long days on the job. Shop Red Wing Thorogood Work boots built for the trades, with many styles in wide and extra-wide. Shop Thorogood

Why Your Width Can Change

The width that fit you ten years ago may not fit you today. That's why we measure every time, even if you're sure of your size.

Feet spread over time

As we get older, the arches relax and feet often get wider, and sometimes longer too.

Pregnancy

Many people find their feet get wider or longer during pregnancy, and some stay that way.

Swelling

Feet swell through the day, on long shifts and in summer heat. If shoes feel tight by evening, try an afternoon fitting.

Bunions and toes

A bunion can make the front of the foot wider. A wider shoe or roomier toe box can help. See our Foot Health page.

Shopping for Wide Shoes Online

Open any category below and use the Width filter to show only wide or extra-wide styles. Not sure which width you need? Stop in for a free fitting or call us at (603) 225-6012.

Walking Running Sneakers Work Boots Hiking Winter Boots Dress Slippers

More Fitting Help

Questions about fit? These pages cover the ones we hear most.

Kids' Shoe FittingMeasured every visit, from infant sizes to big kids. On Your Feet All DayShoes for long shifts, plus workplace discounts. Adaptive & Easy-On ShoesBILLY, Kizik, hands-free styles and AFO braces. Foot HealthWhat to look for when your feet hurt. Our Fitting ProcessHow a free fitting works at Joe King's. FAQParking, returns, gift cards and more.

Get Measured for Free

No appointment needed. Stop in at 45 N. Main St. in downtown Concord, one block from the State House, and we'll measure both feet and help you find the right fit. Open Monday to Saturday 9 to 6 and Sunday 10 to 5.

Our Fitting Process Where to Find Us