Taos Shoes Sizing & Comfort Guide

Taos is built around comfort: every pair has the brand's Curves & Pods removable footbed with real arch support. Here's how Taos fits and which styles to start with, from a comfort-shoe specialist since 2003.

Do Taos shoes run true to size?

Yes — Taos generally runs true to size in a medium width. If you're between sizes or have a high arch, many people size up a half size for a touch more room. If you wear your own orthotics, the footbed lifts out to make space.

Should I size up or down in Taos? How do the sneakers run?

The default is neither — order your normal US size. Size up a half only in the two cases above: you sit between sizes, or a high arch takes up footbed room. Never size down; Taos does not run big, and a tight fit fights the contoured footbed. The sneakers — like the Star — follow the same true-to-size rule with one wrinkle worth knowing: canvas styles feel snugger across the top of the foot on day one than the leather pairs do, then relax within a few wears. If you plan to wear the removable footbed swapped for your own orthotic, order your usual size — the swap is roughly volume-neutral. Between two sizes on a sneaker specifically? Take the larger and let the laces do the fine-tuning.

What makes Taos so comfortable?

Taos shoes and sandals use a contoured, removable footbed with arch and metatarsal support and a cushioned heel. That built-in support is why they're a favorite for all-day wear and for feet that need extra arch help.

Are Taos good for plantar fasciitis or standing all day?

Many people find them helpful. The supportive footbed and cushioning ease pressure during long days on your feet. For more options, see our guides on comfort shoes for standing all day and best sandals for plantar fasciitis.

Can you wash Taos shoes?

Many fabric styles can be freshened up by removing the insole and gently cleaning the uppers — always check the specific style's care label first. Let everything air dry; don't machine-dry.

Which Taos should I buy?

• An everyday flat: Women's Banter Flat.
• A supportive sandal: Women's Perfect Sandal · Women's Big Time Sandal.
• A cushioned sneaker: Women's Star Sneaker.

Browse everything in the Taos collection.

Deciding between comfort brands? See Birkenstock vs Taos to compare the two footbeds, or Pikolinos vs Taos walking shoes if you want a leather option.

Are these authentic Taos shoes?

Yes. Feet Heart is an authorized retailer — every pair is genuine Taos, with free U.S. shipping and free 30-day returns on full-price items (sale items final).

Need help with fit?

Call (310) 398-7497 or email info@feetheart.com, or try a pair on at our Feet World stores in Culver City and Arcadia, California.