Thinking About Arch Supports? Read This First | Orleans Shoe Co.
Straight answers before you spend hundreds on arch supports.
For good feet, the right arch support matters more than a flashy package. If you're researching arch supports, you're doing the smart thing — checking it out before you buy. Here's honest information from a local shoe store that fits arch supports every day.
At Orleans Shoe Co., we've been fitting New Orleans feet for 24 years — since 2002. We're locally owned, a six-time Best Shoe Store winner with Gambit readers, and we have over 3,000 verified customer reviews at 4.9 stars. We're here to give you a straight answer.
WHAT MAKES FOR GOOD FEET
Three things matter most when you're shopping for arch supports.
1. You need to get fitted in person. Your arch is unique. Whether it's high, low, or in between matters. Where your weight lands when you stand matters. One foot is almost always bigger than the other. You can't get this right from a picture or a quiz online.
2. You shouldn't pay for what you don't need. Most people don't need a multi-piece system. Most people need one or two supports that match their foot and their day. Be careful with any place that sells you a package whether you need every piece or not.
3. You should be able to return it. Feet are different. Even with a good fitting, sometimes a support doesn't work out. If a store won't take it back, that's a sign.
HOW WE FIT YOU FOR GOOD FEET
It's simple. Walk in. We fit you. You leave with what you need.
We use a Harris mat to take an imprint of your feet. That shows us your arch and where your weight lands. Then we measure both feet for length and width. From there we match you to the right support. [See our full range of arch supports here.]
Most customers walk out for under $170. Some only need a simple insert under $50. We'll tell you what's right — not what costs the most.
No appointment. No sales meeting. No package.
OUR TWO BEST SELLERS
Premier — $69.95 — Our most popular all-around support. Good arch, good cushioning, fits in most shoes. This is where most people start.
Heel Relief — $99.95 — Built for heel pain and plantar fasciitis. Extra support under the heel where it hurts. If your first steps in the morning are the worst, ask about this one.
Most people need one or two — not a system. That's the point.
WHY NEW ORLEANS TRUSTS US FOR GOOD FEET
- 24 years fitting feet in New Orleans — since 2002
- Six-time Best Shoe Store — Gambit readers
- Over 3,000 verified customer reviews at 4.9 stars
- Four locations across the metro
- Honest fittings, real returns, no pressure
- 10% off for hospital workers, military, and restaurant workers
VISIT US — FOUR LOCATIONS ACROSS THE METRO
Orleans Shoe Co. French Quarter — 541 Chartres Street, New Orleans, LA 70130. Phone: 504-350-0035 | Mon–Sat: 10am–6pm | Sun: 11am–5pm
Orleans Shoe Co. Magazine Street — 3112 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115. Phone: 504-875-2929 | Mon–Sat: 10am–6pm | Sun: 11am–5pm
Orleans Shoe Co. Metairie Road — 480 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA 70005. Phone: 504-324-7718 | Mon–Sat: 10am–6pm | Sun: 11am–5pm
Orleans Shoe Co. Severn (Metairie) — 3000 Severn Avenue, Metairie, LA 70002. Phone: 504-888-7080 | Mon–Sat: 9:30am–6pm | Sun: 11am–5pm
Walk in any time. No appointment needed. [Find your nearest store and get directions here.]
📞 Call us: 504-910-2900
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much do arch supports cost? Prices vary widely. Some retailers sell multi-piece systems for several hundred dollars. At Orleans Shoe Co., most customers walk out for under $170. Our two best sellers are the Premier at $69.95 and the Heel Relief at $99.95.
How do I get good feet? Get fitted in person. A good fitting takes a few minutes and tells you what your foot actually needs. We use a Harris mat to read your arch and measure both feet, then match you to the right support.
Can I return arch supports if they don't work? At Orleans Shoe Co., yes. If a support isn't right, bring it back. [See our return policy for details.] Always check the return policy before you buy — anywhere.
Do I need an appointment? Not at Orleans Shoe Co. Walk into any of our four stores any time we're open and we'll fit you on the spot.
What if my supports feel too hard? Firm supports aren't wrong for everyone — some feet need firmness. But firmness should match your foot, not a standard package. We fit you in person so the support feels right for you.
Do you offer any discounts? Yes. Orleans Shoe Co. offers a 10% discount to hospital workers, military, and restaurant workers at all four locations. Just show us your badge, scrubs, or ID at checkout.
Come in. Walk out with good feet.