{"product_id":"archies-original-arch-support-thongs-royal-blue","title":"Archies Original Arch Support Thongs - Royal Blue","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSignature Arch Support. Secure Fit. Everyday Comfort That Moulds to Your Feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eArchies Original Arch Support Thongs\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by a physiotherapist, Archies use \u003cstrong\u003especialised built-in arch support\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than the flat footbed found in a traditional thong. Archies states the support measures up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.2cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping support the foot in a more optimal position while still maintaining the clean look of an everyday thong. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe footbed is made from a specialised \u003cstrong\u003eclosed-cell foam\u003c\/strong\u003e 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. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhy you’ll love them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysiotherapist-designed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in specialised arch support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to approximately 2.2cm of support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft closed-cell foam footbed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFootbed gradually moulds to your foot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure, stretchable strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to accommodate different foot widths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight everyday construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-piece moulded design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo separate plugs or traditional thong attachment points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in a wide range of colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for everyday wear, home, travel and casual walking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSignature arch support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a traditional flat thong, Archies have \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated arch support built directly into the footbed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArchies 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. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contoured shape is designed to support the foot rather than leaving it completely flat against the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMoulds to your feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialised \u003cstrong\u003eclosed-cell foam footbed\u003c\/strong\u003e gradually adapts to your individual foot shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter several wears, the foam begins to feel more personalised to your foot, which is why Archies describes the thongs as becoming better with wear. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSecure, comfortable strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArchies uses a more secure strap position than many traditional thongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOne-piece construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Original Arch Support Thong is produced as a \u003cstrong\u003esingle moulded design\u003c\/strong\u003e, reducing the separate plugs and connection points commonly found in standard thongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis helps remove some of the traditional weak points where thongs can pull apart or blow out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArchies states that its Original Thongs are made primarily from a \u003cstrong\u003epremium-quality foam material\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brand also states that Original Thongs and Slides \u003cstrong\u003edo not contain rubber, latex, PVC or formamide\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; sizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArchies recommends choosing your \u003cstrong\u003enormal running shoe size\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHalf sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you normally wear a half size, \u003cstrong\u003esize up to the nearest full size\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUS 7.5 → choose US 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArchies Original Thongs are designed with a relatively snug fit. 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