Yes, I’m babbling about shoes again.
I am on a quest, a quest for the perfect pair of shoes. Usually shoes and quest do not end up in the same sentence for me. It’s not normally an ordeal, or something that requires internet searches or even that much thought. My usual “go to’s” are something pretty, a bit of a heel, and that matches the latest little black dress. However this is a different kind of hunt. I must put function BEFORE fashion. I am on a quest for walking shoes, sensible shoes, for Paris.
The requirements. They can not be old ladyish, they can not be ugly. Seriously, I know I have a problem, I like the pretty, but this one time I MUST use my brain! I need arch support, comfort, and something fairly light. I’m still recovering from a back injury and as much as I’d love to walk the cobble stone pathways of Paris in some killer heels, practicality must win out.
Le Sigh.
I found this pair at Rockport Meh. They are okay, but Rockports are supposed to be comfy so for now, this is a maybe?Go France suggests that these Merrels will take you from hiking to cocktail?
Seriously? The hiking I can see..the cocktail um no.
Um these? These are highly recommended Sofft Shoes from the Sears sight. Not gonna happen. I think my Granny has some of these. No offence to Granny’s everywhere.
These are the ecco womens vibrations shoes.
I was starting to think these were kinda cute until Hubby piped up with a quick “veto” . Just find some sketchers!
So, I looked….
Turns out there are a lot of shoes that claim to be “comfy” and I just don’t have the time to go and see, let alone break in a couple of pairs of shoes. Especially when all I am really dreaming about are these:
Oh what I wouldn’t do for some Louboutin’s!
So I need your help! Please please, what are your favourite non-granny, non-ugly but super comfy kinda cool walking shoes? Tell me and then I will shut up about it already.
The most comfy shoes I’ve ever tried on were Finn Comfort. They have some cute styles (and some not so cute.)
I also like Naot.
I seldom go anywhere without my Birkenstock shoes. They will be going to Paris with me along with my next favorite which is Born.
I agree. Birkenstocks are comfortable and fashionable
You’d get away with wearing them in any trendy cafe for a cocktail too!
Aerosoles are always a smart choice! Happy shopping and remember… they do sell shoes in Paris too…
Yes! I got the buttons up as designed and created by the wonderful Erin from the comment above! (she does all kinds of fab design work and you can find all her information on my facebook fan page!)
I tend to choose the comfy over the sexy so I’m no help here. But I’d love to check out what other people suggest.
YAY you got the buttons up! I have 3 pairs of shoes, is that sad?
I have sketchers similar to the black ones that you posted. They are super comfy, I wear them to work when I have a crazy running around kind of day and have never had blisters or other issues.
Good luck!
I can’t help, because I always go for Dansko Clogs, but those are better for standing on your feet all day rather than actually walking. Let us know what you decide!
I’m a flip flop girl, so I am no help!
My sister had a pair of shoes like the strappy skechers and they hurt her feet. (Just wanted to throw that out there in case it’s like that for everyone.) I wish I could help, but I have no clue! I like the heels too! he he! Sorry!
Have a Happy Easter!
If you look at my perfect day and pain post you will see why I am sooo not qualified to answer this question but I will say, the French ladies dress well you want a bit of style in that comfy. I’m generally for cotton slip ons. They are sort of like ballet pumps, usually take me miles. Today I tried walking about 3 miles in a pair that look like the green and black ones and I have the worst blister I have ever ever had, oh foolish me.
I don’t really own any sensible shoes, so I have no advice. Those Sketcher Mary Janes are kinda cute and I hear they are comfy.
Ugh, what a problem. I have a pair of Rieker shoes and a pair of Ecco and they are both cute and super duper comfy. You can get either of these brands at high end shoe stores. Good luck. I’m totally with you, I’d rather be wearing the heels but I’ve been to Paris and I do think you’re doing the right thing:)
TOMS? ANything other than what you showed us!!
Of the ones you have here, I like the Mary Jane style Sketchers the best. When we went to England and Ireland I too was on a comfy shoe quest. I ended up with light gray New Balance meshy walking shoes.
Also, I say, buy the heels too, you’ll need to get dressed up for a francy pants dinner at least once or twice on the trip, right?!