Why is buying or ordering shoes so damn frustrating for women with size 11+ feet?

[Anonymous]

I just ordered new sandals but they STILL FIT!!! My heel hangs out a bit and my toe is hanging a tiny and I usually wear 11W/11W 1/2 but I tried them on and it does fit bit my feet look too damn wide! Ugh! My friend told me, “You should have gotten a 12W or a 12 in a half. Why do you always buy shoes that are in 11’s when you know you wear a 12? I TOLD you you should have gotten a 12W. You’re going to have to return them. I don’t understand how my 5’9” ass has a big ass 12W when it should be like 10-11. People make comments on how big my feelings are and they are HUGE. It’s so embarrassing. My friend said, “Don’t be embarrassed. You’re tall what did you expect? Just return them and get a size 12W. Just accept that you wear a 12W and stop trying on size 11s.”

Coming from someone that’s 5’5 and wears a size 7/8. It’s easier for her to buy shoes and people don’t comment on her. I HAVE TO LOOK while she can just grab shoes off racks. I don’t want to return the shoes! I wear an 11W or 11 in a half! Not 12!

[AI Opinion]

Shoe shopping can indeed be frustrating, especially when you're navigating larger sizes. It sounds like you're caught between sizes, which can happen. Label sizes can vary so much between brands, and that makes finding the perfect fit trickier. It's understandable to feel self-conscious, but please know that you're not alone. Many taller women or those with naturally larger feet face the same challenges. It's worth considering going up a size for comfort, even if it requires an exchange. In the end, it's all about feeling comfortable and confident in what you wear, regardless of the number on the box. 🌟👠

[Anonymous]

Because they are men.

[Asker]

Men? What the hell do you mean about that?