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Court shoes

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Bicycle1 Wed 28-Aug-24 09:34:06

Daughters wedding in December , need medium heeled but comfortable court shoes, neutral colour , any ideas appreciated .

grannysyb Tue 03-Sept-24 12:18:44

When Dd was getting married, I wore the shoes that I had bought while I was doing the ironing to ensure that they would be comfortable on the day!

Fairlandia Tue 03-Sept-24 11:05:40

Gabor Callow. They have a mid heel and are comfortable all day. I have 3 pairs!😉

NotSpaghetti Fri 30-Aug-24 00:08:41

SuperTinny - I love some Moshulu - but they don't like me!

SuperTinny Thu 29-Aug-24 20:20:47

Have a look at Moshulu. There and Skechers are my 'go to's' for all footwear.

Moonwatcher1904 Thu 29-Aug-24 17:17:53

I get my shoes from Deichmann. They have some neutral coloured court shoes if you have a branch near you. I find their shoes so comfortable and the ones I've had have never rubbed.
www.deichmann.com/en-gb/women-shoes/pumps-heels/court-shoes/c-wthc

NotSpaghetti Thu 29-Aug-24 17:02:26

Yes, expensive heavenlyheath - but not the most expensive by some way.

heavenlyheath Thu 29-Aug-24 14:30:25

You need plenty of money for sole bliss 🤣

Missiseff Thu 29-Aug-24 12:58:04

Google

Nanna58 Thu 29-Aug-24 12:21:56

Vivaia might be worth a look , not cheap but very comfortable

BigBopper Thu 29-Aug-24 12:18:12

Queen Camilla swears by Sole Bliss.

Cateq Thu 29-Aug-24 12:14:52

I bought Vivaia for my sons wedding at the start of August and they were super comfortable

Annma Thu 29-Aug-24 12:09:01

Gabor or Van Dal would be lovely- and certainly break them in first.

NotSpaghetti Thu 29-Aug-24 12:08:12

I didn't have time to "break in" my Sole Bliss - and didn't need to change shoes.
It was a very long day!
I chose these -
They make several colours.

solebliss.com/products/katie-navy-suede#group-3

cc Thu 29-Aug-24 11:59:00

I'd go for Gabor too, with wider heels for stability, they're reasonably stylish but wearable. I'd also take a pair of smart sandals to change into later in the day.

mabon1 Thu 29-Aug-24 11:37:15

Van Dal without a doubt.

GardenofEngland Thu 29-Aug-24 11:34:11

I bought sme lovely slight shimmer navy court shoes from Paradox. Really comfy with a block heel style.
www.paradoxlondon.com/products/kaira-navy-shimmer-block-heel-court-shoe?variant=47464267972902¤cy=GBP&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwuMC2BhA7EiwAmJKRrK4md8OwL2IcXZ9r2FzVBwfMg25Pe3oO_CPlMMluauz_5LRsaaIKzhoCyGsQAvD_BwE

Bicycle1 Thu 29-Aug-24 07:45:59

Thank you all so much 😊

Visgir1 Wed 28-Aug-24 20:31:02

Sole Bliss...they are perfect for spending all day on your feet.
I believe Queen Camilla favours them too.

Pittcity Wed 28-Aug-24 20:26:46

I got myself some kitten heel nude courts many years ago and have worn them in well. They only get occasional use but the colour and style goes with everything thus saving having to buy new every time.

Norah Wed 28-Aug-24 17:47:42

Boden have nice comfortable black cut out sling back flats.

After a tkr I couldn't wear heels for a bit, flats suited.

Back to heels now, heels have never hurt my feet.

Have a lovely day, in comfort.

grandtanteJE65 Wed 28-Aug-24 14:23:18

Whatever you buy, get them soon, and break them in now.

New shoes are never particularly comfortable and the smarter they are, the less comfortable they will be. On that you can bet your boots!

I hope you have a wonderful day, in comfortable shoes!

NotSpaghetti Wed 28-Aug-24 13:03:17

Yes, definitely start now!
Good luck!

Georgesgran Wed 28-Aug-24 12:19:14

I think I’d be on the case now - firstly to wear them in around the house, but secondly, the shops will soon be full of winter boots, slippers and ‘sensible’ footwear for bad weather.

dogsmother Wed 28-Aug-24 12:14:46

I’ve become a fan of caprice shoes. Very supportive, stylish and comfortable. I have a big size 8 but they are a standard D and these fit beautifully.

NotSpaghetti Wed 28-Aug-24 11:02:22

I have very difficult feet with arthritis in my toes.

I wore Sole Bliss to my son's wedding last Autumn but managed in Clarks (wider fit) to my daughter's some years ago.

I have to say I spent days trying to find shoes "in the flesh" pretty much all last summer and then ordered lots to try at home (in desperation).

In future I wouldn't hesitate to buy occasion shoes from Sole Bliss as I now know what size and shape fit me in theirs. They are not as varied in size/fit as (say) Clarks and seem to keep the same designs for years.

I've subsequently seen lots of Sole Bliss "used once" online. I'd risk that next time.