In reply to afshapes:
> Ha ! Not too hairy actually Liz ! Wide and flat !
Flat as in you need arch support, or you prefer flatter/less supportive shoes? I've fairly wide and short feet and my Inov8 Roclites seem to have a nice wide toe box. Not very supportive sole though, but I like them.
I also have a pair of Brooks Cascadia which are very supportive in the arch area and very comfortable to run in, even though they are much tight fitting.
Regardless I'd echo what others have said - go to a good running shop, get some advice, try plenty on, then buy what feels most comfortable.