After dealing with tight calves and hips, sore feet and ankle pain for the past several years, my plantar fasciitis has taken a toll on my lower body. Walking barefoot was basically impossible and running became almost non-existent. When I was introduced to KURU footwear shortly after my diagnosis, I became hooked on their products. Is there a support group?!

I love the cozy KURU Loft lined slippers and the KURU Flex running shoe. I find that their shoes have a wide toe box, which helps my achy feet. But they also sometimes make me feel a bit roomy and I slide a bit. I never go down or up in shoe sizes (even my running shoes). But I have learned to order my KURU footwear a half-size smaller. Instead of a 10, I order a 9 1/2.

The KURU Astro Women's Boot has been a great addition to my wardrobe. I ordered them in black and will be reordering them in brown. These are a great every day shoe. Just like the slippers - they feel just like your sneakers in another format. They are perfect for date night, casual walking, holiday shopping or make for a perfect, dressy work shoe when you are on your feet a lot. I wore them walking all over outdoors in downtown Madison, thrift shopping indoors and out running errands. I even wore them without socks at times. And they were extremely comfortable. These are now a great staple for my fall, winter and spring wardrobe. I love that they work for dry sidewalks as well as slippery and slushy conditions in Wisconsin.

The soles aren't stiff, yet are extremely supportive of my achy feet. The cushy heel supports the back of my foot -- and they have one heck of an amazing 11mm heel drop. Yes, you read that right!

The base of these soft-leather boots and the amazing slippers that I am obsessed with are literally a sneaker! You can't find a better match! I love how easy on and off these are. They are perfect for sliding on for the gym, too. The pull-tabs make slipping them on and off even easier, if you struggle with bending over or picking up your feet.

With their 11 mm heel drop and curved-heel cupping, these versatile boots weight just under 11 1/2 ounces and are medium width. Again, I ordered down 1/2 size. They are perfect for dressing up or dressing down with some yoga pants.

Don't forget to shop KURU's Black Friday Sale November 26 through December 2. Save up to 30% off of your favorites sitewide, with free shipping and 45 day returns and exchanges. Give the gift of healing and comfort this holiday season - or treat yourself (and your feet) to a fresh start for the new year.