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Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.
1. Toms cut-out sandals pretty much made for tropical vacations and destination weddings. Also good for: errands and dog walking, because they're super comfy!
Promising review: "Love them so much. They go with everything I will be wearing all spring and summer. And comfortable! I am not one that finds too many comfortable shoes with my arthritis. My feet do not hurt while wearing or when I take them off. I really like the strap in the back as well so that I am not constantly gripping my toes to keep sandals on." —Amazon customer
Get them from Amazon for $58.99+ (available in sizes 5-12 and 12 colors).
2. A pair of platform Vans with cute little flower decals. Perfect for spring or any day you need more floral highlights in your life!
3. Slip-on loafers that'll look sooooo good with some slacks or straight-leg jeans. These may just become your everyday pair.
4. Huarache sandals in a variety of bright colors offering both comfort and style, the two most important things when it comes to getting dressed.
Macarena Collection is a small business based in Buena Park, California. All of the shoes are handmade by Mexican artisans. Since they only make whole sizes, they suggest sizing down if you're in between as the shoes will stretch and mold to your feet as you wear them.
Get it from MacarenaCollection on Etsy for $43.99 (available in sizes 5–10 and eight colors).
5. Strappy pumps you'll want to dance the night away with. How romantic!
Promising review: "These shoes are some of the most comfortable heels I have ever purchased. I have heels that I paid over $100 for, but they aren't near as comfortable as these LifeStrides. I've worn these shoes several times to events or out to dinner, but today I wore them to work for 8 hours. I walk quite a bit at work, but these heels did not hurt my feet. I usually get pain in the balls of my feet, but these have just the right amount of cushion." —Joni R. Harris
Get them from Amazon for $49.98 (available in sizes 5–12 and seven colors).
6. Very cool slip-on boots with a memory foam insole and a sleek silhouette gunning to be your night-out shoes of choice. Look at these paired with some distressed jeans and tell me you don't want them! (I want them.)
Promising review: "I don’t give reviews unless I feel it’s worthy of either praise or warning. I have a lot of issues with my feet and finding shoes that fit and are comfy is very hard. After reading one review on these boots I took a chance and ordered them. What I can tell you is they are true to size, they don’t cut into my legs, and they are amazingly comfortable! If you are looking for cute and comfortable Chelsea boots, I highly recommend these!" —Roodale
Get them from Amazon for $49.99 (available in sizes 6.5–10 and three colors).
7. Strappy pumps that one reviewer said they could even run in! Very handy for any impromptu foot races or sudden alien attacks.
Promising review: "I can never find a pair of heels for my wide feet. These are so comfortable and fit great. They offer a wide for and it’s perfect. I wear them all day while I work and I’m on my feet a lot." —Jessica A Elliott
Get them from Amazon for $42.20+ (available in sizes 5–11 and three colors).
8. Cut-out mules for anyone who loves flats but is sick and tired of ballerina flats.
Zou Xou Shoes is a Black woman-owned business that has been creating handcrafted shoes by Argentinian shoemakers since 2015.
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 $254 (available in European sizes 36-42).
9. Faux wood sandals with a cushy memory foam insole to cradle your feet in squishy splendor all day long.
I just bought these sandals for an outdoor wedding and they are soooo comfortable. The strap keeps my feet securely in place and the platform means the heel isn't too high. I haven't spent a day in them yet, but I could tell immediately that they're ultra-comfy.
Get them from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and four colors).
10. Studded flats that look edgy without any hard edges slicing up your delicate feet.
11. Wedge sandals with cork soles so comfortable, you'll feel like you're floating... Not unlike a cork might do.
Promising review: "If you'd like to add 3 inches to your height without the dangers of toppling over, you've got to try these platform sandals! They're absurdly comfortable, soft, lightweight, and breathable. I've walked miles in these. The open strap design visually elongates the length of the leg. Also, there are lots of colors to choose from, and you will! I've got three and counting." —CC Mac
Get them from Amazon for $55.07+ (available in sizes 5–11 and six colors).
12. Colombia hiking boots that are waterproof, lightweight, and have advanced traction rubber soles so you can focus on the views instead of your feet.
Promising review: "I needed a waterproof boot that would also be good for lots of walking. I did a lot of walking in Ireland and Scotland, mostly in rainy weather, and these boots were true to their description. My feet were dry and comfortable." —Louise M.
Get them from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 12 colors).
13. Everlane flats designed to mold to your feet as you wear them, meaning you'll love them more and more with each walk outside.
14. Rothy's slip-on sneakers that are a favorite amongst parents, long-walk-takers, and pet owners. These are machine washable so you can just throw them in the laundry bin whenever they're looking a lil' dingy.
15. 100% Italian leather flats with padded insoles for a shoe that feels buttery smooth.
Barkal is a footwear brand founded by a Sudanese-American brother-sister duo. They wanted to create a comfortable shoe inspired by traditional Sudanese shoes called Markoub.
Get it from Barkal for $250 (available in sizes 37N–46W and eight colors).
16. Soludos lace-up wedges that are somehow super comfortable despite the 4-inch lift. Reviewers swear that these things are lightweight and comfortable despite the big wedge heels.
17. Ultra-lightweight tennis sneakers with a simple silhouette that makes it an easy choice to grab and go every single morning.
Promising review: "I bought these shoes before leaving on a trip where I would do a lot of walking. I was nervous going out for a day on vacation where I would be walking close to 10 miles in new shoes, but lo and behold these shoes were amazing! They are so incredibly comfortable! Added bonus is they are super cute too! Can’t say enough good things about these!" —K.C.S.
Get it from Cole Haan for $140 (available in sizes 5–11, wide sizes 5–10 and in two colors).
18. Or a pair of Cole Haan GrandPrø Rally Court sneakers because look, Cole Haan is famous for making comfy-as-heck shoes. These are no exception thanks to their foam padding and lightweight outsole.
Promising review: "These are my first Cole Haan sneaks, and I don't think I'll ever be tempted to buy from another company. They are beautifully made yet stylistically subtle and were immediately comfortable. I can wear them with everything in my closet, and they're now my go-to shoe. I love the way the leather has broken in so that the shoes now look lived-in but still very chic. I'm invariably a size 9–9.5, and I purchased the 9. They fit perfectly snugly, and I prefer them with thinner socks. I couldn't be more pleased." —K. C. S.
Get them from Cole Haan for $109.95 (available in sizes 5–11).
19. Allbirds tree runners that are honestly a fan-favorite of the BuzzFeed Shopping team. Anyone who has worn them has claimed that there isn't a single sneaker in existence that can beat them in sheer comfort.
You can also machine wash them! Just be sure to not put them in the dryer; let them air dry after washing.
Promising review: "Why did I wait so long??? I wish I could wear these shoes all day for everything! They're so comfortable and lightweight." —Stone, C.
Get them from Allbirds for $105 (available in whole sizes 5–11 and 17 colors).
20. Classic ankle boots capable of polishing up any outfit, even one with your rattiest T-shirt.
Promising review: "I love the chunky heel. Very easy to walk on. I had these on all day (9+ hours) and they are very comfortable. Your feet don't get tired or ache at the end of the day. I love the noise the heel makes. When you walk, it makes the classic 'click clack' sound. LOOVE!!!" —prncess23
Get them from Amazon for $43.10+ (available in sizes 5–15 and five colors).
21. Sam Edelman rain boots that sneakily look like regular Chelsea boots. Stay dry *without* having to deal with clunky Wellies.
I hate rain boots. They're clunky, uncomfortable, and just cumbersome monsters that take up too much space in my closet. And as helpful as they're supposed to be, I can never figure out when to wear them. It seems like whenever I put them on, the rain stops an hour later and I'm the one doofus wearing rain boots on a sunny day. As much as I'd like to swear off rain boots forever, I don't really feel like moving to Arizona, and I'm sick of coming home in waterlogged sneakers. That means finding a compromise: waterproof shoes that can be passed off as normal shoes.
But thankfully, I found these Sam Edelman boots on Amazon. The matte boots are subtle and can easily pass off as normal shoes. They're comfortable, and most importantly, definitely waterproof. I have flat feet so there's a little extra space between my foot and the top front of the boot, but it doesn't make walking difficult or painful. They have little tabs on the heels, which make it easy to yank the boots on and off. Finally, I can wake up on a rainy day and not have a minor breakdown trying to figure out what shoes to wear.
Get them from Amazon for $49.95 (available in sizes 4–13 and 10 styles).
Psst: this item is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
22. Slip-on Kenneth Cole Chelsea boots with low block heels and a cushioned footbed so you can scurry to wherever you need to be without having to put on your thickest socks for protection.
Promising review: "I bought these shoes on Amazon after finding them on a different site for $40 more. I've been wearing them every day for a week. I live in NYC and I walk A LOT. They are mostly really comfortable. Breaking them in, the toes area can feel a little tight. But I really love them and I can tell theyll get more and more comfortable as I wear them!
Update December 2020: I still have these shoes after wearing them nearly every day in fall and winter for two years. They need to be replaced now but they have served me well!" —S Marshall
Get it from Amazon for $70.96 (available in sizes 5–11 and in seven styles).
FYI, this is included in Prime Wardrobe so you can give them a trial run if you're a member!
23. Tie-knot slides for a beachy vibe you can bring with you wherever you go, even if it's sadly not the boardwalk.
Promising review: "LOVE, LOVE, LOVE! I was definitely taking a risk, but after reading the reviews I decided to take the chance and I'm so glad I did. They are super comfy, and feel solid and well made. Definitely great for wide feet, even those of you who have wide feet but don't need to purchase WIDE shoes, like me. I wear them around the house and with pencil skirts and dresses. Love them!" —Cyn
Get them from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes 6–11 and seven colors).
24. Pointy leather loafers with buttery leather and non-slip soles making them the ideal choice for times you need to look cute but also walk more than five feet.
Grecian Leather Goods makes gorgeously crafted leather shoes, sandals, and bags in — you guessed it — Greece! They recommend sizing up if you're between sizes.
Promising review: "These shoes are everything! I’m a chiropractor and am on my feet quite a bit during the day, so I need shoes that are comfortable and durable. But I still want to look cute! And these shoes are just perfect. It’s almost like magic that they look so stylish and are so comfortable at the same time!" —Rachel Aloy
Get them from Grecian Leather Goods on Etsy for $76.29+ (available in European sizes 35–43, US sizes 5–11, and four colors).
25. Delicate Greek gladiator-inspired sandals so cute, you'll start vacation planning before they even arrive in the mail. Where will you show off your new shoes first? Mykonos? Crete? Santorini???
Christina Christi makes gorgeous leather creations — from bags and shoes to jewelry — at her home in Athens, Greece!
Promising review: "Lovely and comfortable. Easy to slip on and off. Barely feel the shoe. No 'wearing in,' these are great from day one. Speedy delivery. Great follow up with seller emailing to check sizing to make sure I received the right fit. Great small business practice and service. Thanks." —Nikkiolivia
Get them from Christina Christi on Etsy for $69.66 (available in sizes 5–10.5 and three colors).
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