Trainers...yes or no?

Try loafers. They are flat, comfortable and often have thicker soles, and are stylish with snaffles (?) on the tongue.

I do wear trainers a lot, and at the moment, my favourite pair were from Matalan. They are very comfy - my main priority when it comes to footwear. If I'm not wearing trainers, then it'll usually be ankle boots.

RosiesMaw2

Unlike polomint I think smart or edgy trainers are infinitely smarter than old lady flat shoes!
Look at Solebliss, Gabor, Moda in Pelle etc for inspiration. (Then check out more budget-friendly brands.)
As for making your feet sweaty, that is down to the material of the uppers- leather and fabric are just as available as man made uppers.
Your feet will thank you for them. And podiatrists admire your common sense as well as your style.

Not all flat shoes are 'old lady'. I have no shoes that could be described as 'trainers' but I have a huge range of shoes in various fabrics and colours including floral patterns, patent leatherand bling that are anything but 'old lady'

Gosh, I don't know anyone that doesn't wear trainers! The name aptly describes them; they were built for physical exercise so offer support and comfort and cushioning for impact.

If you don't like the casual look of them, many companies offer nice looking shoes with the same support, but not necessarily the cushioning. You could go for a nice loafer or oxford shoe instead.

I prefer to vary my footwear, because I think trainers spread your feet and affect your gait if you wear them exclusively. I’ve recently bought some very comfortable and supportive leather trainers, but often wear ankle boots, loafers, sandals, and smarter shoes when I go out and I’m not walking far. I don’t like slip on trainers, they make my ankles ache if I wear them for long walks, as they aren’t supportive enough.

RosiesMaw2

^they do but they frown at some of the brands which they don't think are supportive enough eg Skechers^
You will note I didn't quote them!
Even Skechers come in a choice of uppers however- fabric/knit may not give enough support but they come in leather as well.

I do wear softer Skechers indoors as I can't walk round in bare feet or slippers.

Don't tell the podiatrist! 😀

I started wearing trainers when I inherited a pair of my son’s Nike trainers that he’d grown out of. They lasted for years and really helped when I had plantar fasciitis. I now live in trainers and Crocs. I like the way that I can put my own arch supports into them.

I only wear trousers , so wear trainers all the time, I have a black patent pair and a silver pair which suit my needs and I think look smart enough.
Have you looked at Pavers shoes if you want shoes they have some nice styles their Loretta range are very comfortable and come in some lovely colours and styles.

they do but they frown at some of the brands which they don't think are supportive enough eg Skechers
You will note I didn't quote them!
Even Skechers come in a choice of uppers however- fabric/knit may not give enough support but they come in leather as well.

Yet sketchers get a good name. My daughter swears by them as she has had plantar fasciatis and loves them. I do have a pair of cheap trainers that I have worn a few times but I must try and find some nice ones. I looked before but there is so much choice and a wide price range, I don't know where to start!

My podiatrist does not recommend sketchers either.

They're brilliant Babs. I'm not one for designer this and that.

RosiesMaw2

Unlike polomint I think smart or edgy trainers are infinitely smarter than old lady flat shoes!
Look at Solebliss, Gabor, Moda in Pelle etc for inspiration. (Then check out more budget-friendly brands.)
As for making your feet sweaty, that is down to the material of the uppers- leather and fabric are just as available as man made uppers.
Your feet will thank you for them. And podiatrists admire your common sense as well as your style.

And podiatrists admire your common sense as well as your style.

Yes, they do but they frown at some of the brands which they don't think are supportive enough eg Skechers

Kate1949

I buy my trainers from Primark. They are incredibly comfortable and long lasting. I wear them when I go out walking and sometimes for shopping. They are brilliant.

That’s good to know. Branded trainers can be so expensive and am sure Primark make trainers that look every bit as good as branded ones.
Might take a look 👍

I’d add Hokka trainers to the list RosiesMaw gives. Recommended to me by the bio mechanic/podiatrist at rheumatology. They may not suit your need for stylish polomint but mine took me on a 10 day tour of historical sites in Egypt.

I find the trainers with the little side zip are super comfortable, there are so many out there, you're sure to find something to suit you.

Yes to trainers. Even with a dress.

I buy my trainers from Primark. They are incredibly comfortable and long lasting. I wear them when I go out walking and sometimes for shopping. They are brilliant.

I usually always wear trainers. My most comfy trainers are Skechers slip ons, have 3 pairs of varying ages. Also have a pair of lace ups Nike air which are great for long walks/rambles.
They look fantastic with jeans or trousers.

I love my trainers don’t wear anything else now was really pleased when they came into fashionn

Aveline

Trainers are very good and supportive for feet. A lifetime of wearing heels only shortens Achilles tendons so are very bad for feet.

So true , I’ve always worn flat comfy shoes for work in health care and have no problem with my Achilles tendon.
My sister who has always worked in the city and worn heels is recovering from a second ruptured Achilles tendon.

I wear trainers a lot , with dresses , skirts as well as jeans, trousers and shorts . Trainers make dresses less girly and a bit edgy .
Leather trainers don’t make your feet hot and some have a slight platform .
Marks have some nice leather trainers . And SoleBliss have some smarter ones .
My sketchers lace ups have served me well on city breaks . I can walk all day on different surfaces and no achy feet .

Trainers are very good and supportive for feet. A lifetime of wearing heels only shortens Achilles tendons so are very bad for feet.

As I live in shorts or jeans/linen trousers, they suit my lifestyle, I only have three pairs and rotate them with ankle boots or long boots in the cooler months, flip flops when it’s warm.
I think they support my feet, I’ve not found otherwise.

Trainers are good, and comfortable, with trousers but I think they look inelegant with skirts and dresses, despite the current fashion.