The problem with comfortable shoes - Page 2

A60_Chevy · ‎06-06-2016

No bunions or hammer toes for me. I am all for comfort with style. The 6 inch heels can stay with the right owner. I do not want to cause any problem for those who love high heels. I am an easy rider.

wilma · ‎03-13-2010

It can take some time to find them, but I have several cute and comfy shoes that suit me and my style. Others may not think my shoes are cute, but all that matters is I like them and can wear them comfortably.

I have just about purged my closet of all the high heel pumps. I am finding, buying, and wearing more dressy wedges for height, comfort, & stability when I need a dressier shoe. I also own cute ballet flats with good support and low wedge shoes for work and casual outfits.

I love a high heel and the way it makes my legs look, but I just can't wear them anymore. Btw I am over 50 and stand on my feet most of the day at work.

BriggsiePeawiggle · ‎03-09-2010

I just had both my hips replaced -- one in December and one in May. After the first replacement I was on line shopping around and I found this CUTE (to me) pair of Clark's that NO WAY could I wear right now, but I'm pretty sure I can when I am done rehabbing. http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/26116065

I call them my get-well shoes. I love that the heels are two-tone as well. Just me and my "thing" for Mary Jane shoes. I got them, and they are very comfortable.

Briggsie

151949 · ‎03-09-2010

After a triple arthrodesis of my left foot none of my shoes fit anymore. I had so much metal in my foot I could only get into a wide width. I finally had to accept this and donate all my shoes. That was 9 years ago. I now need a wide for my left foot and a medium for the right so I have to buy 2 pair - it is very expensive to buy shoes this way so I had very few pair. Then Clarks started to have sandals with adaptability - velcro across the front of the shoes and I was elated. I could buy one pair and adjust them to fit !!!! So I have gotten 4 new pairs of sandals this year. I live in Florida so I can get by with mostly sandals.

For dress shoes I still have one very expensive pair of black dressy flats that I keep for only the dressiest occasions, and they are very comfortable. I only wear shoes that fit perfectly and are totally comfortable these days.

Moonchilde · ‎05-23-2010

Even when young, I've never been the Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik type regarding shoes. Even when my job required heels, I wore what I could handle vs. the highest heels and the most stylish.

Once I started having serious foot and ankle issues and a bad fall or two in middle age, being able to function adequately and get out and enjoy life became paramount.

We all have our own personal definition of "ugly shoes"; I don't care what someone else's definition is, and I can handle my own definition 🙀

I will say thank heaven for orthotics - built-in or removable. They let people have many more options.

Life without Mexican food is no life at all

joannecha · ‎04-06-2010

Since I only work occasional part-time at our local library, I can pretty much wear what I want on a daily basis, which means you can find me in a pair or Rykas or Skechers. In fact, my birthday Skechers from last year look like they're getting worn out (which makes my Fitbit very happy). I enjoy sandals as much as the next girl, but am NOT a flip-flop girl at all. My old White Mt sandals purchased from the Q have pretty much all fallen apart on me. I think I'm down to 5 pair of dressier sandals & 2 for around the house only (I do need a black pair).

Colinka · ‎10-15-2011

I'd like to put in a good word for "Hotter" brand shoes. Made in England, they are well-constructed, offer a variety of styles, and reasonably priced. Usually you can get a 20-25% discount, plus free shipping. You have a 90 day guarantee, too. I find them extremely comfortable, and I can wear them at work, on my feet, all day. Go to the Hotter USA website and check them out.

Colinka · ‎10-15-2011

@151949 wrote:
After a triple arthrodesis of my left foot none of my shoes fit anymore. I had so much metal in my foot I could only get into a wide width. I finally had to accept this and donate all my shoes. That was 9 years ago. I now need a wide for my left foot and a medium for the right so I have to buy 2 pair - it is very expensive to buy shoes this way so I had very few pair. Then Clarks started to have sandals with adaptability - velcro across the front of the shoes and I was elated. I could buy one pair and adjust them to fit !!!! So I have gotten 4 new pairs of sandals this year. I live in Florida so I can get by with mostly sandals.
For dress shoes I still have one very expensive pair of black dressy flats that I keep for only the dressiest occasions, and they are very comfortable. I only wear shoes that fit perfectly and are totally comfortable these days.

See my post about "Hotter" brand shoes. They offer extra wide and "dual-fit" shoes. The dual fit comes with a removable insert, so you can wear an extra wide on one foot, and a regular width shoe on the other. They may be the answer to your problem, and you won't have to buy two pairs anymore!