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I've been a huge fan of Rothy's for years now after a colleague recommended them to me. She told me she's had the same pair for more than three years, and they still look the same as the day she bought them. I was sold. And after getting a pair, I can confirm that they are as great as she said. I've been eying a pair of the Mary Janes for a while now because they've got the comfort of the classic Rothy's with an added bit of style. Also, just a note that reviewers recommend ordering a half size up with this style because of the pointed toe.
Promising review: "I totally didn't *need* these Mary Janes, but now that I have them, I'm so glad I ordered them! They are even comfier than the points (I got the same size as I get in points, which is a half size up). They stayed put all night, and the bow is just so dang cute." —Katelyn R.
Get them from Rothy's for $155 (available in sizes 5-13 and in nine colors).
Promising review: "I had low expectations given the price, but honestly, these hold their own against much much more expensive boots. They are comfortable, make my feet look small, are durable and stable. I get tons of compliments on them. Pretty much an all-around win." —Vigilante
Get it from Amazon for $28.91 (available in sizes 5-11 and in seven colors and fabrics).
Promising review: "I bought these about a month ago, and so far they’ve been great. Super comfortable and versatile!" —Colleen
Get them from Soludos for $42 (originally $139; available in styles 5-11).
Promising review: "These are my most favorite pair of boots I own! I love the ankle height, the fringe, and the color! As a teacher, I'm constantly trying to find cute, fashionable shoes that are comfortable since I'm on my feet all day. These do the trick! I am buying them in a second color because I love them so much and have gotten so many compliments on them!" —Brittani H
Get them from Amazon for $39.90 (available in sizes 5.5-11 and in nine colors).
Promising review: "I love these clogs. I wore them for 10 hours right out of the box with no issues whatsoever. They are cute, super comfy, and feel really good on your feet. The soles are pretty slip-proof and the leather is pretty soft so no breaking in is required. Love them!!" —Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $98.90 (available whole sizes 5-11 and in 11 colors).
Promising review: "My mother bought the black pair for me as a gift, as soon as I tried them on, I went online and ordered the cream color as well. These boots are freakishly comfortable. It honestly felt like I did not have heels on. I have flat feet and have had to change all of my old shoes for shoes with arch support. These heels are worth buying." —Amber
Get them from Vionic for $169.95 (available in sizes 5-11 and in black and creme).
Promising review: "These mules are one of the best I have purchased at a good price. They are so beautiful. They are comfortable, and I can wear them for 8 hrs without any problem on my feet. I will use them in Paris. It feels you are just wearing house slippers. I bought another pair." —Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $25.99 (available in sizes 5.5-10.5 and in pink, purple, and leopard-print).
This Black woman-owned brand is on a mission to create a nude color for every skin tone. After having to paint a pair of white heels to match her skin tone, founder Jamela A Acheampong wanted to start a company that celebrated the diversity of the human complexion and gave everyone the perfect "nude" shoe. The heels are ethically and sustainably handmade in Italy.
Promising review: "My partner surprised me with these months after I mentioned them to him in passing. What a HOME RUN gift. They fit true to size (just a bit of room to allow for swelling while wearing heels), and they are THE MOST COMFORTABLE heels I’ve ever worn. Butter soft leather, beautiful construction, my exact skin tone, I could talk forever about these shoes. Plus, what a cool company! 10/10. I will be buying more for my next birthday!" —Ainsley
Get them from Kahmune for $300 (available in sizes 4-13 and in 10 shades).
Promising review: "I have had my eye on these shoes for quite some time. They seemed minimal, good quality, and a great everyday shoe that I could throw on yet still look classy. Despite my love for them prior to receiving them, they still blew my expectations out of the water. They are all the things I anticipated, becoming a quick wardrobe staple, but they are also just so dang comfortable. 'Travel' does not just pertain to their packability, I could totally see myself walking 20,000 steps around Amsterdam with these shoes on my feet." —Kristen K.
Get them from Nisolo for $130 (available in sizes 6-10 and in five colors).
Promising review: "These are a surprisingly great alternative to more expensive brands in the same style. They are very comfortable, which is saying a lot because I often have terrible foot and ankle pain. I highly recommend these wedges." —M. K. Miller
Get them from Amazon for $30.99 (available in sizes 5-12 and in 14 colors and fabrics).
Promising review: "I love these booties! They feel more like sneakers, so I think they’re more versatile! They're very comfortable and cute with any outfit!" —allymar
Get them from Nordstrom for $69.90 (originally $129.95; available in sizes 5.5-12 and in black and beige).
Promising review: "I absolutely love theses shoes!! They look just like the picture, and they are so comfortable. My new go-tos, if I don’t have to wear my tennis shoes and don’t wanna wear flip-flops. Plus, they make you look dressed up even if you're in something simple and plain." —alesha
Get them from Amazon for $23.99 (available in whole sizes 5-11 and in five colors and patterns).
Promising review: "I waited on these shoes for a while because of the hefty price. I finally gave in, and now I have two pairs in different colors. These really are worth the money. Heels that are comfortable and cute — a unicorn! I’m very happy with these shoes. I usually wear an 8 and took a 7.5 in these." — Michelle2010
Get them from Nordstrom or Bernardo for $198 (available in sizes 6-11 and in 12 colors, fabrics, and patterns
Promising review: "I love this shoe. I have had numerous comments about where did I get them and how cute they are. They are comfortable and very stylish. I like the worn-out look, so these are just what I like!! I've been wearing them with shorts, but I think they'll look great with jeans. They are a very casual shoe but still cute." —debbie L.
Get them from Amazon for $34.41+ (available in sizes 5-11 and in 42 colors and patterns).
Zou Xou Shoes is a Black- woman-owned business that has been creating handcrafted shoes by Argentinian shoemakers since 2015. The styles are easy and classic so they can be worn for years. These mules are handmade to order in European sizes, and they suggest sizing up. So, if you wear a US 8, choose a 39.
Promising review: "These shoes are great! The leather is soft and comfortable — no breaking in necessary." —Eileen chao
Get them from Zou Xou Shoes on Etsy for $249 (available in European sizes 36-42) or from Zou Xou Shoes for $245.
Promising review: "I decided to give these a try because of price, and I'm so glad I did! I was very impressed by the quality of the material, as well as how comfortable they are. I am very picky about my shoes and typically do not buy shoes that are not name-brand." —Whitney
Get them from Amazon $46.99 (available in sizes 5.5-10 and in 16 colors).
Promising review: "This is my fifth pair of these flats. I have them in five colors! They are the most comfortable fashion shoes I own. I am motivated by comfort, and these fit the bill." —SunnyDee
Get them from Fitflop for $100 (available in sizes 5-11 and in 10 colors).
Promising review: "I purchased the sunflower yellow. The suede has a sheen to it that makes them look like a lush gold, but not in tacky cheap way. The photos, including mine, make the suede look more rough/hairy than they look. It is very smooth and soft. These are the kind of shoes that are so comfy you feel like you could run in them. I'm a size 7.5 but I purchased an 8 just to be safe and they fit prefectly. I have a wide foot and a high arch." —Christa
Get them from Amazon for $43.70+ (available in sizes 5.5-11 and 10 colors).
Promising review: "These boots are comfortable, truly waterproof, and cute (got the black and gray pair). Took a couple of wears for the leather to take shape, and now they’re wonderful. Walk the dog in the rain? No problem." —Liea
Get them from Amazon for $90.01+ (available in sizes 5-12 and in seven colors) or from Sorel for $112.50+ (originally $150; available in sizes 5-12 and in eight colors).
Promising review: "I was so happy to find stylish shoes to fit my small feet! Size 5. That is not an easy feat these days. I love the shoes. When I first put them on, I did not think they were going to be comfortable. However, after I had worn them for just a short while, I realized they were actually very very comfortable. They are also not smooth on the bottom but have a sole that has slight ridges, and therefore not slippery, which you find with some flats. I purchased the brown, which is a really pretty color and goes well with so many styles. I will definitely be purchasing additional pairs in different colors." —Karen Hulshouser
Get them from Amazon for $39.96 (available in sizes 5-12 and six colors).
Promising review: "These are such comfortable shoes. No time needed to break in because they immediately feel fantastic on your feet. I can wear them all day, and it feels like I'm walking on a cloud. True to size. Best sneaker I have ever had. I want one in every color." —Joan
Get them from Allbirds for $125 (available in sizes 5-11 and in eight styles).
Promising review: "The more that you wear these shoes, the comfier they get! I can walk around in them all day, and I get a ton of compliments on them. I usually feel frumpy wearing flats, but that's certainly not the case with these — I just ordered the beige color, and I might get the leopard print. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THESE SHOES!" —Amazon Customer
Get them from Amazon for $14.49 (available in sizes 5.5-11 and 28 colors and patterns).
Reviewers recommend ordering a half size down.
Promising review: "These are cute and comfortable! I took the advice from other reviews and sized down. I am usually a 6.5 but got a 6, and they fit perfectly. I have wide feet, and these adjusted very well. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a simple but cute shoe." —ESGF
Get them from Amazon for $24.99 (available in sizes 5.5-11 and in 60 styles).
Promising review: "I love these shoes. They are really comfortable. My feet are a disaster from years of playing sports (bunions, etc.), so it can be hard to find comfortable shoes. These are great. I definitely recommend them." —Heather Z.
Get them from Amazon for $30.99 (available in whole sizes 5-10 and in seven colors and patterns).
Birdies is a woman-founded company that originally created a comfortable and stylish slipper that could be worn at home while hosting parties. But they quickly realized the shoes were just as practical outside. The flats have seven-layers of cushion in them, plus arch and heel support.
Promising review: "This is my sixth pair of Birdies, and once again they deliver! They arrived in the beautiful Birdies shoe box and adorable shoe bag. When first wearing, they were a little snug but stretch quickly so order your normal size. The shoe width is perfect, not too wide or tight! They were comfortable out of the box with no need to 'break them in,' as is true of all of my other pairs of Birdies. They look and feel amazing on and can be worn with anything. They are very stylish and comfortable! Highly recommend! Amazing customer service from Megan, she is the best!!!." —Nancy V.
Get them from Birdies for $95+ (available in sizes 5-12 and in four colors and patterns) or Nordstrom for $95 (available in sizes 5-12).
Thursday Boot Company suggests ordering a half size up from your normal size (aka your boot size).
Promising review: "I love the fit of this boot. My heels don't slide up in them because they have some shaping around the heel inside, the mark of a more expensive boot. They fit right out of the box, I wore them around the house and didn't want to take them off! Walked around Portland and very comfortable, no break-in period. I sized up by a half-size, which I typically do in booties." —Ginger
Get them from Amazon for $160 (available in sizes 5-11 and in seven colors).
Promising review: "I really love these shoes! I took a chance because I have never ordered a pair of shoes online. But these are very comfortable so far and they look really cute on. The quality seems appropriate for the price, and I can see getting a lot of use out of these shoes. I also want to note that I work in downtown Austin so that requires a lot of walking to and from the parking garage and my work building. So far I have no complaints, and I do not have any blisters from these shoes." —Gabi Fauss
Get them from Amazon for $45 (available in sizes 5.5-11 and in 11 colors and patterns).
Promising review: "I absolutely love the day gloves, and I have them in several colors. They are stylish and comfortable right out of the box. They're great for work. Fit is true to size." —ndog99
Get them from Everlane for $100 (available in sizes 5-11 and in 11 colors).
BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Heather Braga says: "I have these boots in both black and toffee — I'm actually obsessed. They are my favorite shoes right now because I can wear them through the fall, winter, and early spring. They look fantastic with jeans and adorable with tights. They have just enough heel to create the look of heeled booties without the discomfort of walking around in heels. Basically, they're amazing and everyone should buy them. K, thanks. You can check out my full review on them here (#6)."
Get them from Amazon for $64.50 (available in sizes 5-13 and wide widths, and 32 colors and fabrics).
BTW — Keeyahri is a Black woman-owned brand creating beautiful luxury footwear for confident people!
Promising review: "I love being in love...with my shoes. From the courteousness of the company, to the professionalism of the packaging/product presentation, to the beauty and craftsmanship of the shoe itself...I’m in love. I purchased this shoe after months of stalking it and salivating over it online. I love heels, but my knees do not. Therefore, shoes for me are an investment and, I do not take the shopping experience lightly since my legs and feet will certainly answer for my decision after a few minutes in a bad heel. However, the six-hour day at my boutique and another three-hour day at church have rendered nothing but compliments and comfort. I am truly in love with the company and the product. You have in me a forever customer." —Dichelle M
Get them from Keeyahri for $689 (available in sizes 6-12.5 and in black and white).
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