Do any ballet flats have arch support?
Yes, as these cute picks prove! But generally speaking, ballet flats with arch support have “a rigid sole, medial arch padding, and .5” to 1” of heel thickness," Dr. Javed says of the three factors that “can help and support your foot much better” than most ballet styles can.
How do you get arch support in ballet flats?
While most arch-pampering happens inside shoes, the materials of the upper and outsole materials matter, too. Leather is the gold standard upper material per Dr. Javed, for “enough stretchability without compromising support” and be cautious with rigid materials like pleather (“too restrictive and can cause friction blisters”) and materials with too much give, like canvas or too-stretchy knits, which can “cause increased collapse of the arch.” Outsoles made of “supportive thermoplastic rubber with intrinsic stability can help with reduced arch collapse,” she says. “The more rigid the sole, the better the support, and flexible soles will cause pain and damage long term.”
Are flats good for high arches?
"People with high arches can usually tolerate ballet flats” because it’s an “inherently stable foot type,” Dr. Javed says, so though flats aren't exactly 'good' for any foot shape, they're less problematic if you have high versus low arches. That said, frequent use can lead to pain in high-pressure areas due to the lack of cushioning!
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