Signature Arch Support. Secure Fit. Everyday Comfort That Moulds to Your Feet.

The Archies Original Arch Support Thongs are the style that started it all — combining the simplicity of a classic thong with built-in support, a secure strap and a soft footbed designed to become more comfortable with wear.

Designed by a physiotherapist, Archies use specialised built-in arch support rather than the flat footbed found in a traditional thong. Archies states the support measures up to approximately 2.2cm, helping support the foot in a more optimal position while still maintaining the clean look of an everyday thong.

The footbed is made from a specialised closed-cell foam that gradually adapts to the shape of your foot, while the stretchable strap is designed to stay secure without requiring you to grip excessively with your toes.

Why you’ll love them

• Physiotherapist-designed
• Built-in specialised arch support
• Up to approximately 2.2cm of support
• Soft closed-cell foam footbed
• Footbed gradually moulds to your foot
• Secure, stretchable strap
• Designed to accommodate different foot widths
• Lightweight everyday construction
• One-piece moulded design
• No separate plugs or traditional thong attachment points
• Available in a wide range of colours
• Suitable for everyday wear, home, travel and casual walking

Signature arch support

Unlike a traditional flat thong, Archies have integrated arch support built directly into the footbed.

Archies describes the support as comparable in amount to that found in some off-the-shelf orthotic products, while retaining the look and simplicity of a normal thong.

The contoured shape is designed to support the foot rather than leaving it completely flat against the ground.

Moulds to your feet

The specialised closed-cell foam footbed gradually adapts to your individual foot shape.

After several wears, the foam begins to feel more personalised to your foot, which is why Archies describes the thongs as becoming better with wear.

Secure, comfortable strap

Archies uses a more secure strap position than many traditional thongs.

The strap is designed to help keep the thong attached to the foot without excessive toe gripping, and it can stretch to accommodate different foot widths. Archies specifically notes that both narrow and wide feet can generally be accommodated because the strap and toe pole can be stretched.

One-piece construction

The Original Arch Support Thong is produced as a single moulded design, reducing the separate plugs and connection points commonly found in standard thongs.

This helps remove some of the traditional weak points where thongs can pull apart or blow out.

Material

Archies states that its Original Thongs are made primarily from a premium-quality foam material.

The brand also states that Original Thongs and Slides do not contain rubber, latex, PVC or formamide.

Fit & sizing

Archies recommends choosing your normal running shoe size.

Half sizes

If you normally wear a half size, size up to the nearest full size.

For example:

US 7.5 → choose US 8

Archies Original Thongs are designed with a relatively snug fit. If you prefer a more relaxed fit, sizing up is also recommended.

Width

The stretchable strap makes the Original Thong quite accommodating across different foot widths.

Archies specifically states that the thong can suit narrow, average and wide feet, with the straps able to stretch where additional room is required.

Best suited for

• Everyday wear
• Around the house
• Casual walking
• Travel
• After training
• Before and after running
• Summer wear
• People wanting more support than a traditional flat thong
• Narrow, average and wider feet

Product specifications

• Brand: Archies Footwear
• Style: Original Arch Support Thongs
• Design: Physiotherapist-designed
• Arch support: Built-in specialised support
• Maximum stated arch support: Up to approx. 2.2cm
• Footbed: Closed-cell foam
• Construction: One-piece moulded design
• Strap: Stretchable and secure
• Sizing: Based on US shoe sizing
• Half sizes: Size up to nearest full size
• Fit: Snug; size up for a more relaxed fit
• Material: Premium foam
• Contains rubber: No
• Contains latex: No
• Contains PVC: No
• Contains formamide: No

Not sure which Archies size or colour is right for you? Visit True Stryde in Berwick and we can help you with sizing and fit in store.