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Reviewers say they run big, so order a half size down.
Promising review: "I LOVE these shoes!! They're a summer staple and goes with everything. They're a a must-have, if you don’t already own a pair." —AAFAM321
Get them from Adidas for $85 (available in sizes 5-11 and in five colors).
Promising review: "I now own several pairs of Vionic shoes and sandals and these are the best of them. I can wear them all day without feeling any pain. I am a teacher, and I'm on my feet all day. I walk nearly 3 miles a day, just in the school boundaries! More than any other pair I own, these look quite stylish and don't make my feet look cloddish. I highly recommend." —Minerva
Get it from Vionic Shoes for $71.99 (available in sizes 5-12, wide, and in five colors and patterns).
Promising review: "I love, love, love these shoes. The block heel is very comfortable, and the front strap is loose enough for my wide feet. The scalloped straps don't dig into your foot. They do run a bit big (I'm usually between a nine and a nine and a half, and the nine here was perfect). I was skeptical about the material, but they are soft and smooth like real suede." —I. Koehncke
Get them from Amazon for $27.90 (available in sizes 5.5-11 and in eight colors).
Promising review: "I could not adore these sneakers more! They're crazy comfortable and look so well made. I was tired of the same plain tennis shoes and wanted something that would make me smile when I put on — my new Soludos do the trick every time. They are well worth the shoe investment! (Also easy to find LOTS of cute coordinating shirts!)" —Erin R.
Get them from Amazon for $139.95 (available in sizes 5-11 and in three colors) or from Soludos for $139 (available in sizes 5-11 and in white, blue, and pink).
Promising review: "I LOVE LOVE LOVE these sandals! I wore them for the first time and danced all night in them with no issues! They're great for a night out or hanging out with the kiddos or shopping. Typical Sorel perfection." —Alissa
Get them from Sorel for $130 (available in sizes 5-12 and in eight colors).
Get them from Radley London for $205 (available in EUR sizes 36-41).
Get them from ModCloth for $70 (available in EUR sizes 36-41).
Reviewers recommend ordering a half size down.
Promising review: "These shoes are affordable, comfortable, and really cute! I had been looking for a loafer shoe, and these looked promising. They have a tiny heel that's just right, so not completely flat and not too high. The pointed toe makes these more modern and dressy. I took into consideration other reviews on size. I normally wear an 8 1/2 up to a 9, especially in dress shoes. I went with an 8 and they fit perfectly, despite having a wider width foot. I plan on regularly wearing them to work. I'll update my review if they don't hold up, but they seem decently made." —Vans
Get them from Amazon for $34.99 (available in sizes 6-11 and in 33 colors and styles).
Reviewers say these run true to size!
Promising review: "I love these shoes! They're very cute and super comfortable. I didn’t expect this all that from such reasonably priced shoes! I get compliments whenever I wear them!" —patty g
Get them from Amazon for $27.99 (available in sizes 5-9.5 and in four colors).
BTW — Beginning Boutique is a woman-owned business based in Australia!
Get them from Beginning Boutique for $69.99 (available in whole sizes 5-10).
Promising review: "These mules are absolutely perfect! So stylish and comfy. It’s so hard not to wear them every single day. These are perfect for work and can be easily dressed up or down for going out after! A closet staple." —Kristen Rosas
Get them from Amazon for $26.99 (available in sizes 6-10 and in seven colors and patterns).
Get them from Jos A Bank for $120 (available in men's sizes 8.5-13).
Promising review: "I bought the brown snakeskin color and love them. I like them because they’re very stylish shoes and the heel height won’t kill me by the end of the day. The leather was tight around the top of my foot at first, but I think it will soften up as I break the shoes in. I usually wear 8.5, but I had to go down a size with these." —DueJustice
Get them from Nordstrom for $59.96 (originally $69.95; available in sizes 5.5-11 and in four colors and patterns) or Chinese Laundry for $69.95 (available in sizes 5-11 and in black and white).
Promising review: "These are absolutely the cutest and most unique sneakers. They are comfortable and so stylish. I’m definitely getting the cheetah print next." —Candace Liyah Paul
Get them from Amazon for $78.75 (available in sizes 5-11 and in 23 colors).
BTW — 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.
Reviewers do say that these run big, so order a size down.
Promising review: "Well... BuzzFeed strikes again because I absolutely love these!!! Honest review because I cannot stand fake ones. I saw these on their site, and I have to say... these are great for the price. I usually wear a size 8.5 and 9 in boots (plus I have a wider foot), but I ordered an 8 in the black, blue, and leopard, and they fit like a glove (without socks). I'm very happy, and they’re actually really comfortable. They come with heel pads, which I’ll probably use because like all new flats your heel rubs a little at first. Even so, I’ll break these babies right in. I'm very pleased. 👍" —L
Get them from Amazon for $25.99 (available in sizes 5-11 and in eight colors and prints).
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 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 $93.57 (available whole sizes 5-11 and in 17 colors).
BTW — Domo Ink is Black woman-owned brand based out of Jurupa Valley, Ca!
Get them from Domo Ink for $74.99 (available in women's sizes 5-12 and men's sizes 3-14).
Reviewers do say that they run large, so size down for a better fit.
Promising review: "I love these shoes! They are so cute and comfortable at a reasonable price. As other reviews state, they do run a bit large. I normally wear a 6 1/2 to 7, depending on the width of the shoe. (My foot is a little wide.) I ordered a size 6, and I'm so glad I did. I will probably go back and order another pair in a different color." —tts
Get them from Amazon for $23.99 (available in whole sizes 5-11 and in seven colors).
Promising review: "These are comfortable and very attractive. I've been getting compliments, and I have only worn them twice so far. I love them." —RON MAC
Get them from Men's Warehouse for $99.99 (originally $129.99; available in men's sizes 7-11.5 and in grey and blue).
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 15 colors).
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: "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 $47.99+ (available in sizes 5.5-11 and four colors).
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).
BTW — Taylor Stitch is a small business based out of San Francisco!
Get them from Taylor Stitch for $298 (available in men's sizes 7-13 and in five colors).
Promising review: "These are great! They're so soft and comfy without having to break them in. I’m a true size 10, and the 10.5 fit me perfectly. They look designer for a very low price point. I may get them in another style" —Andrea Dysert
Get them from Amazon for $24.86 (available in sizes 6-10 and in gold and grey).
BTW — these shoes are from a Black woman-owned company out of Australia. They're handmade, so it takes 10-15 business days after purchase before they'll be shipped out.
Get them from Shekudo for $250 (available in European sizes 36-42 and in multicolor plaid and beige).
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