Papillio®-Footbed
At the heart of our shoes is the orthopaedic footbed. Each one is crafted by hand in Germany and carefully checked before it is made into a shoe. Exactly why our footbeds are so good for your feet is explained here:
 
1 Footbed edging
   The footbed edging is deliberately elevated to protect your feet and especially the toes.
 
2 Toe-grip
   The toe-grip provides support and helps assist the foot’s natural rolling movement.
 
3 Cross arch support
   The raised support in the centre of the shoe promotes correct posture and helps prevent fallen arches.
 
4 Suede leather lining 
   High-grade suede is used for a foot-friendly lining.
 
5 Inner and outer longitudinal arch support 
   The longitudinal arch supports on either side of the shoe help balance the foot while walking.
 
6 Deep heel cup
   The heel cup holds the heel securely and helps anchor the foot.    
 
Health benefits
The Papillio® footbed follows the contours of the foot. This ensures that your body weight is distributed evenly over the whole of the sole, meaning that the foot is given maximum support with every step.
The footbed ensures a firm grip where required, but is flexible enough to allow room for manoeuvre. That’s why Papillio® shoes are suited to every kind of foot and every type of gait. 
  
 
The feel-good effect
Many fashion shoes tend to abuse our feet. The toes are painfully cramped and the foot is forced into a position that in the long-term can lead to bunions and misshapen toes.
Papillio® shoes offer a healthy alternative. The ergonomic design of the footbed ensures that the toes develop as nature intended. 
 

Breaking in your shoes
Each and every foot needs time to adjust to a new footbed. But with the unique Papillio® Footbed this takes almost no time at all. After only a few days you’ll notice just how good your foot feels in its new home, how comfortable the moulded footbed is and how secure the sole feels.  


Some reasons to choose the patented Papillio® footbed:
  • The deep heel cup gives the foot a firm hold and maintains the heel profile.
  • The cross-arch support encourages a healthy, natural posture.
  • The inner and outer longitudinal arch-supports distribute body weight evenly when walking.
  • The toe-segment moulding allows flexible movement of the toes and promotes the natural rolling movement of the foot.
  • The cork-latex mix is incredibly flexible and provides a uniquely comfortable wearing experience.
  • The suede lining absorbs moisture and ensures feet do not get hot and sweaty.
  • The footbed edging is deliberately raised to offer greater protection to the toes.
  • The upper jute layer is placed around the edge of the footbed. It serves to draw moisture away and increase the longevity of the shoe.
  • The lower jute layer stabilises the entire sole.

Anatomy of a Papillio® footbed  
Unique Papillio® comfort is available in two specially-designed fits:
 
 
For regular and wide feet
 
 
 
 
For narrow to very narrow feet