Help me please!!! Best work shoes????

[lovetruly2015]

Ok so after almost a year my work shoes have finally had it. Im going out tomorrow to get some new ones but I want to get something that will last a while and be comfortable. Anyone got any good ideas. As I've mentioned in previous post I work in retail so I'm on my feet about 8-9 hours at a time and I do a lot of walking. I usually go to like payless and get cheap shoes but I dont want to have to keep replacing shoes because I've worn the padding down.

Anyone got good recommendations. Or a recommendation for a good insole. Thanks!

[sumbeach]

Shoes for Crews has some super comfy ones & Sperrys

[♪♫choppinbroccoli♫♪]

Okay, I'm gonna need more info on style preferences (or lack thereof), because there are allllll sorts of options.

[RajahMD]

Crocs. Crocs. Crocs.

Always comfy. And they make a ton of styles, not just the holey clogs. I have several of the dressier pairs. They look great with work appropriate attire but they are super supportive.

For example, here's a search with my parameters (size 10, black, flats): www.crocs.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-crocs_us-Site/default/Search-ProductFinder#&origin=finder&prefn1=refinementColor&prefv1=Black&prefn6=weather&prefv6=&prefn7=occasion&prefv7=&prefn2=fitGuideFit&prefv2=&prefn4=gender&prefv4=Women&prefn5=variationSize&prefv5=W10&prefn3=silhouette&prefv3=Flat

There's more to choose from than you would expect, and they are all made out of the amazing Croc material. I pretty much only wear crocs around the hospital.

[♪♫choppinbroccoli♫♪]

If you don't care what they look like and are willing to pay some money, SAS makes hella comfy shoes. It's what they are known for.

[nuggetrn]

I second Danskos! I love mine. pippacricket I have the same problem with toe scuffs at well. I run into everything I think.

If you want tennis shoes I like Nike Air Max. I think the 90s, they are wider than the other styles. I love them, so so comfy. All sorts of colors, or depending on what your uniform is you can get all white or all black.

[lilsneezy]

+1 for Nike Air Max. New Balances are pretty comfy too.

[juliayadda]

Geox or Bass and co.

[lovetruly2015]

Apr 6, 2015 21:48:20 GMT -5 ♪♫choppinbroccoli♫♪ said:

Okay, I'm gonna need more info on style preferences (or lack thereof), because there are allllll sorts of options.

I have to wear all black for work and no running/tennis shoes. Im pretty open about style.

[URMySunshine77]

I am obsessed with Keen Mercer Ballerina flats. They are so comfortable. I don't know if you are familiar, but 6 p.m. is Zappos' sale site:

www.6pm.com/keen-mercer-ballerina-cnx

[Sparkly]

+1 to whoever said we need more info. I work in retail but it's high end/luxury goods so I dress up for work (professional/business casual). You could also work in retail and be in a grocery store stockroom, or a sporting goods store, or a gas station. There's a wide range here.

[roastytoasty]

I too work retail (sporting goods) but its a semi- professional environment. I've done really well with Born and Keen. Lately Keen has been my big winner. I've heard great things about Dansko but I don't have the feet for them (the whole gap at the back thing? No way, they'd be flying off my narrow, flat feets). I need something that can handle concrete flooring, ladders, stairs, etc. but still look half way decent.

The factory intended life for shoes like this is only about 6 months, depending on the brand. Also depending on how hard you are on them they may last longer. My current Keens are going on a year, but are starting to look like it.

[locopollo]

I wear danskos and sanitas. I do healthcare so I'm on my feet all day. They keep my feet feeling good.

[notthedroids]

Rocketdogs. They make some heels too. I've had a pair of low heels by them for years and wore them when on my feet all day selling wedding dresses.

[icequeen]

If you are looking for gym shoes, I highly recommend Asics or Brooks. For dressier and more casual shoes, I really like Aerosoles and Naturalizer. Good luck!

[icaughtfire]

I wear these: m.zappos.com/klogs-naples-black-leather

They are ugly as shit but I'm on my feet 12+ hours a day, fashion is the least of my concerns. I use to wear cheap shoes too, but when I made the switch to something high quality with good support, it was life changing.

I order all my work shoes from Zappos, their return policy is amazing.

[locopollo]

Apr 7, 2015 0:08:05 GMT -5 URMySunshine77 said:

I am obsessed with Keen Mercer Ballerina flats. They are so comfortable. I don't know if you are familiar, but 6 p.m. is Zappos' sale site:

www.6pm.com/keen-mercer-ballerina-cnx

Omg I love zappos. I can't believe I have gone this long not knowing they have a sale site.

[Sparkly]

Apr 7, 2015 6:07:20 GMT -5 pippacricket said:

Apr 7, 2015 5:53:02 GMT -5 Sparkly said:

+1 to whoever said we need more info. I work in retail but it's high end/luxury goods so I dress up for work (professional/business casual). You could also work in retail and be in a grocery store stockroom, or a sporting goods store, or a gas station. There's a wide range here.

Are you trying to say my Frankenstein-inspired Danskos aren't luxurious enough for you?!

I was actually going to suggest danskos as well, as they can be appropriate for a variety of situations. I wear them sometimes in the winter when we have bad weather, though mine have seen better days so I don't do that as much as I used to. However now that I know the whole story, my comment was clearly very specifically directed at you Pippa.

[akraus2015]

I have a pair of low black heels from Dr. Scholls that I wear to work almost every single day. I work for an elementary school, so I'm on my feet for about 10 hours a day. These shoes are more comfortable than most of my flats, even. I've had them for two years and they're still holding up well!

[rooskie]

+1 for Clarks. I work in a huge building and have a half a mile walk to and from my car. I love mine.

[squeakyduck]

www.skechers.com/style/22482/relaxed-fit-breathe-easy-pretty-factor/bbk



They look like a ballet flat, but have the sole of a sneaker. I just got these over the weekend and I love them.

Also check out Sketchers Go Walks if you can wear a tennis shoe. They do have a slip on one that doesn't look too tennis shoe-ish.

[teraiin]

squeakyduck those look amazing. I'll need to look into those myself!

I wear Clarks right now. They're pretty comfy. I've had them about 3 years, not that I wear them EVERYDAY. I did have to take them to a shoe repair once but that was my bad (stepped into a huge puddle and it ruined the inside cushion). They seem to hold up fairly well to walking and standing. Granted I stand probably ~45mins-1 hour interval. So I'm not sure if you were on your feet constantly how they'd hold up.

Most of my co-workers wear Danskos. But I think I recall them being very expensive.

[nuggetrn]

My mom just bought a pair of those skechers flats. She is on her feet all day cleaning and she absolutely loves them!

[kellybenelly83]

+1 on aerosoles
I love mine so much.

[MrsRC88]

I recently bought a pair of LifeStride heels on clearance at DSW. I would live in them if I could! They are the most comfortable. I actually wore them and went grocery shopping at Walmart (I didn't know we were headed there until after the fact, I was with my MIL).

I also love New Balance for sneakers. I have two pair and rotate them.

[Deleted]

I love my Danskos. I stand 12+ hours a day at work on hard flooring. I've found, however, that wearing compression socks is key. I dig these, they're expensive but I LOVE them. You can also buy some cheepies from Walgreens, etc (although they may not breathe as well):

Sockwell Women's Circulator Compression Socks

[ugotstarbucked]

For work I've had 3 pairs of Naturalizer flats in the Maude style. They are so comfortable. Each pair has lasted me 12-18 months of wear, including a lot of walking outside.

Amazon has great prices for them. linky

[ceejay]

Apr 7, 2015 9:14:15 GMT -5 ugotstarbucked said:

For work I've had 3 pairs of Naturalizer flats in the Maude style. They are so comfortable. Each pair has lasted me 12-18 months of wear, including a lot of walking outside.

Amazon has great prices for them. linky

Those are so cute! I have another style of Naturalizers that I love but the Maude style is even better... I'll have to get myself a pair (or two...).

[Sparkly]

I also love Cole Haan flats with the Nike air technology or whatever it is. They're a little spendy, but I go to the outlet, and I also have a couple pairs I've had for YEARS that are still my go-to flats. They're looking a little worn these days, but were totally worth what I spent on them in the long run.

[lovetruly2015]

Thanks for all the suggestions!!!! Im going out in a few. You ladies rock.