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Not only do these shoes have an air-cooled memory foam cushioned insole for maximum comfort, but the knit woven fabric around the shoe is super soft and stretchable so it forms with your foot rather than constricting it.
Promising review: "Super comfy! I wear them to work. After eight hours still like walking on clouds! I usually wear Tom's Jutti's, but these are actually way more comfortable! I like the color it goes with pretty much anything!" —D79
Price: $27.20+ (available in sizes 5–11, wide sizes, and five colors)
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Clarks shoes have always been known to provide superior comfort, and these are no different. They have full-length underfoot cushioning and a lightweight Ortholite footbed cushion for breathability and sustained support.
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." —CC Mac
Price: $60.57+ (available in sizes 5–12, wide sizes, and two colors)
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The Soft system® comfort soles provide all-day support, flexibility, *and* cushioning! The traction sole also gives you extra stability, so won't feel like you're about to slide across the floor with every step you take. If that's not enough, the low heel provides extra comfort and support!
Promising review: "I ordered these to wear to a wedding. I never wear high heels, so I was a little concerned they would hurt my feet or give me blisters. Surprisingly they are very comfortable!! I danced in them for hours and no aching feet and no blisters. I got so many compliments on them as well! If you are in doubt, don’t be. Just order them. You won’t regret it!" —Sherry Redman
Price: $37.09+ (available in sizes 5–12, wide sizes, and eight colors)
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Before I got these shoes, I used to have a pair of Merrell's that I found were just way too awkward and clunky for me to walk in. I finally bit the bullet and bought these Columbia boots, and it was the best decision I have made! They're incredibly comfortable and provide so much support around my ankles. I love that they're waterproof, so I don't have to tread lightly through mud or water — I just stomp right through! I've worn them in short four-mile hikes and long 14-mile hikes, and they've been equally comfortable in both!
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.
Price: $63.82+ (available in sizes 5–12, wide sizes, and eight colors)
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Promising review: "I LOVE THESE SHOES!!! I wear these almost every day and always get compliments on them. Super comfy!" —Pat J.
Price: $45.62+ (available in sizes 5–11 and four colors)
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These shoes actually have a hidden heel box to provide the teeeniest amount of lift!
Promising review: "Love these!! I have semi-wide feet, and these fit me perfectly. These flat shoes fit like slippers, and there is a lot of cushioning — I don't feel pain on the pavement. I've worn them five times in one week that's how comfortable these are. This is my second pair of this style, and I am thinking of buying more in different colors." —G. Veras
Price: $36.99+ (available in sizes 4–12, narrow and wide sizes, and 15 colors)
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The soft PU leather provides smooth and flexible comfort with every way you move in them!
Promising review: "I really love these shoes! They're very comfortable, and I got so many compliments on the pattern! I usually wear mostly black, so these were the perfect little pop of fun!" —Jenn Kort
Price: $34.71+ (available in sizes 5–12 and five colors)
Promising review: "My feet are wide, so I was worried that the strap near the toes would be too narrow, but it wasn't! I'm also happy to report that these shoes were comfortable to wear right out of the box. I've worn them about five times now (for varying degrees of time–a few hours to all day), and since the straps have molded to my feet a bit more. They are even more comfortable!" —Chelsea MB
Price: $34.95+ (available in sizes 5–11 and 12 colors)
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These comfy baddies have responsive cushioning that's literally designed to make walking your new favorite activity. The mesh upper also allows for maximum breathability and flexibility!
Promising review: "I have feet that are always in pain- bunions, hammer toe, arthritis from prior breaks. These shoes are so comfortable I bought them in 3 colors. When I am walking around in these shoes, the pain is hardly noticeable. I highly recommend them." —Jeanine
Price: $29.18+ (available in sizes 5-13, narrow and wide sizes, and 25 colors)
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Promising review: "I’m just in shock that heels can be this comfortable. I wasted a significant portion of my life not knowing it was possible. Anyways, I’m just in love with my shoes. I had lost all hope ever to wear sexy shoes!" —Shazoo
Price: $65.46+ (available in sizes 4–12, narrow and wide sizes, and three colors)
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Get ready for maximum comfort with the Skechers Goga Max high-rebound insole you'll find inside these shoes!
Promising review: "These shoes are amazingly lightweight, even though the soles are very robust. The tread has a deep grip but tapers off on the side for a more classic deck-shoe look. They came with both white and tan shoestrings, so I guess that switching to white would add more contrast. The red fabric uppers have blue undertones, which look great with jeans. Nice contrast stitching. The vamp is medium-high, soft, and flexible. Did I mention comfortable? Plenty of toe room and support all around the foot. Arch support is better than most shoes of this style. Overall, a great shoe at a good price." —AvidReader
Price: $48.20+ (available in sizes 5–12, wide sizes, and three colors)
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These heels have a soft and cushiony foam that softened with every step you take. It offers extra arch and heel support to provide stability and balance (which also helps make them more comfortable to walk in!), and the outer sole is super flexible for easy walking!
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
Price: $37.74+ (available in sizes 5–12, wide sizes, and 15 colors)
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These are Skechers' take on the very popular Toms (these are called Bobs; how clever is that?) and have shock-absorbing lightweight midsoles so you can walk around all day in comfort.
Promising review: "I work at an office, so I have been looking for comfortable shoes that look nice in a casual business environment, and these are perfect! I want to get more in different colors. They are nice and flexible with comfortable support." —Sarah
Price: $29.95+ (available in sizes 5–11, wide sizes, and six colors)
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Toms is a small business specializing in creating shoes that support the environment and different organizations. They also donate 1/3 of their profits to Grassroots Good which aims at growing happy, healthy, and hopeful communities, partnering with local organizations that tirelessly work to boost mental health access, create safe neighborhoods, and increase access to opportunities for these communities.
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
Price: $40.48+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 10 colors)
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Promising reviews: "I feel like I shouldn't like these, and I definitely wouldn't wear them with just anything, but on strictly all black with white accents days, I find them oddly... minimalist chic? And of course, they're squishy and comfortable and easy to slip on and off and even easier to wash, but is that really the point? No. The point is that these are like walking on rain clouds, y'all." —Peligro Cruz
"I love the fact that they got here the next day! I also love that they’re so comfortable. I’m a hairdresser, and I’m on my feet ALL day. I bought these to try them out, but I’ll be ordering the black soon since I wear black all the time for work. Excellent product." —Melody
Price: $22.69+ (available in sizes 4–11 and six colors)
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They may seem super flat, but fear not! These cuties still have a cushioned footbed so you can walk in style *and* comfort.
Promising review: "LOVE these sandals! So comfortable, easy straps to figure out, and will go with everything! Can't wait to wear them more!" —AR
Price: $16.99+ (available in sizes 5–11 and 12 colors)
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These clogs have a dual density EVA footbed with memory foam for cushioning and support!
Promising review: "I broke my foot 37 years ago, and it left me with a bump/deformed foot, so I can only wear Mary Jane type shoes. These are so comfortable, so stylish, and so quiet for clog-type shoes! I have tried other more expensive clog-type nursing shoes, and they do not come close to the comfort of Dansko shoes! I love them!!!" —Amazon customer
Price: $124+ (available in sizes 5.5–12 and two colors)
They feature pronounced arch support with an extra layer of super soft foam cushioning and a cork footbed that conforms to the shape of your foot the longer you wear them.
Promising review: "Fits like a dream. I'm in love! This is my second pair of Birkenstocks. I'm used to open-toe style sandals, but these are way more comfortable! I thought I would have to break them in, but they were so comfortable right out of the gate due to the suede top and the soft footbed. Trust me, they're AMAZING!" —LorenaMae
Price: $89.95+ (available in sizes 4–15.5, narrow sizes, and 26 colors)
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Promising review: "I am not a big heels person - I work a professional job and attend a lot of meetings and do a lot of walking. I typically stick to flats or shorter heels when absolutely necessary. I love the way heels look but never seem to find them comfortable enough to endure all day. I ordered these LifeStride Parigi pumps and several other heels at the same time, but these were the CLEAR winner. They are so comfortable!!! I only really intended to wear them for one occasion, but they are so comfortable and stylish that I've worn them several days already." —Erin D.
Price: $14.39+ (available in sizes 5–12, narrow, extra narrow, wide, and extra wide sizes, and 27 colors)
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Promising review: "I loved these shoes so much I ordered a second pair when I saw them on Amazon. They are sporty but don’t look too old or young. Love the laces. They have a padded footbed for added comfort!" —Pennsylvania Shopper
Price: $22.57+ (available in sizes 5–12, wide sizes, and 51 colors)
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Promising review: "I went through many options for black flats before stumbling upon this one. I'm so glad I did! It's been almost a month now, and the quality is good for the price. Comfortable and seems like you don't really need to break them in. They look realllllly cute and go with almost anything." —Karin Krisdiva
Price: $19.99+ (available in sizes 5–12 and 10 colors)
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