Footwear Terms:

Arch: On a foot, the part that doesn't touch the ground. On footwear, the part that supports that part of the foot.

Bootie: A style that extends slightly higher than the ankle; usually made with a flexible material.

Clog: Traditionally, a boot or shoe with a wooden sole; today's styles often have plastic or synthetic soles.

Eyelet: A hole used for lacing or a fashion detail.

Grain leather: Leather with a grain that is distinct enough to be a fashion detail.

Insole: A light sole that forms the foundation of a shoe.

Instep: The upper surface of the foot; a consideration when selecting a shoe style.

Loafer: A casual and lightweight slip-on shoe, usually with a small tongue.

Moccasin: A shoe featuring an upper and sole constructed as one piece, usually made from a flexible material.

Mule: A slipper or shoe without a back part; held on the foot by the forepart alone.

Nubuck: Leather hide buffed on the grain side to create a velvety, buttery feel.

Patent leather: Leather treated to have a shiny finish.

Platform: An element—plastic, cork, wood, etc.—inserted between the insole and outsold to add height or fashion design.

Pump: A light, low-heeled dress shoe.

Riding boot: Knee-high boot that is pulled on and features a low heel.

Sandal: Comprised of a sole held on by strips of material over the top of the foot.

Slide: Generic term for a shoe that is slipped on and not fastened to the foot.

Sling back: A shoe with a strap that goes from the forepart, around the hollow part of the ankle; usually it's secured by a buckle.

Stiletto heel: A very narrow fashion heel measuring one centimeter or less across.

Tie shoe: Generic name for a shoe fastened to the foot with lacing.

Tongue: A piece of material that covers the instep and fills the gap between the sides of the shoes; protects the instep from the tension of the laces.

Upper: The part of the shoe that covers the upper surface of the foot; often made from leather, but plastic and cloth are common as well.

Wedge heel: A heel formed as an extension of the shoe, where the heel and shoe forefront are in contact with the ground throughout the entire length.

About the Collection
Wherever your feet take you, Therafit Footwear has the style you want with the comfort you need to get you there. Therafit blends their patented technology with trend-right design to create a line of shoes that help keep your feet comfortable and supported while looking fantastic. Stay comfortable with impact resistance, personalized comfort adapters, premium orthotic insoles and superior arch support. Whether you’re going on a leisurely stroll or taking a weekend getaway, Therafit’s long-wearing, high-tech, personalized comfort gives you a solid, supportive foundation for your busy life.

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When you’re comfortable, anything’s possible

About the Guest
Jennifer Nayak is a brand ambassador for Therafit and has been promoting the collection for more than 10 years. She believed that to be chic is to be comfortable. Jennifer has an extensive background in strategic marketing and outreach programming for small business, magazines, art galleries and other local brands, and is a graduate of Stephens College in Columbia, OH. She is a mom of two boys.