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Dressy shoes that don’t hurt!

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Paperbackwriter Thu 19-Sept-24 11:58:08

Boz

I rock around in Fitflops (about £100) but wear Arche (don't ask - French) for best!

Arche are brilliant! I also love Tracey Neuls shoes which are slightly quirky and gorgeous. They're horrendously expensive but I've never ever had any that were uncomfortable. I only buy them in the sales and a couple of times on eBay, knowing that my size would work fine.

Flaxseed Thu 19-Sept-24 10:21:40

Hi Norah
I am happy to go up to around £80

NotSpaghetti Wed 18-Sept-24 23:35:07

I recently bought some Vionic sandals which are also super super comfy.

They were recommended by someone on this website ages ago..

NotSpaghetti Wed 18-Sept-24 23:31:49

Oreo I have "problem feet" and wore my new Sole Bliss all day (well 10am to after midnight) with no problems.

Norah Wed 18-Sept-24 21:08:13

Please tell me your price range max?

I'm queen of shoes -- I'll search my favourites.

Flaxseed Wed 18-Sept-24 21:00:21

Freya5 I have Sketchers flip flops, sandals and lace up trainers for work.
I love them all! But, sadly nothing suitable to go with my not so little black dress!

Flaxseed Wed 18-Sept-24 20:56:14

I have looked through all of the websites suggested to no avail, but just found a pair that fit every criteria!
Got quite excited until I saw that the sizing starts at a 5 shock
I am a 4 confused
Gutted
www.healthyfeetstore.com/collections/featured-orthopedic-styles-boots-sandals-more/products/trotters-dea-womens-dress-shoe?variant=47508618477860

RosiesMaw2 Wed 18-Sept-24 20:26:17

I have 2 pairs of M &S wide fit suede loafers with a flat bow (1 pair black and 1 navy) bought when I needed “funeral” shoes earlier this year. I had plantar fasciitis at the time and dodgy knees so comfort was paramount but my usual trainers would not do.
I wore the black ones all day, including a lot of standing around before the service and at the wake and can vouch for their comfort. Low heel (nearly flat) but dressy enough.

petra Wed 18-Sept-24 18:48:44

Could you not wear them around the house, say half an hour each day?

Grammaretto Wed 18-Sept-24 18:42:43

Rieker have some lovely styles, with small heels not too expensive and Think shoes too but they seem to be c£200. Gasp!
I buy good shoes in sales or in the Clearance shop.

Freya5 Wed 18-Sept-24 18:18:52

Sketchers for me, but now have seen a pretty pair black flats with some sparkle, just right for party time, but no not in my size, they think everyone shoe size is 6 or less, the search goes on.!!

rosie1959 Wed 18-Sept-24 17:37:37

I find that sandles with a heel are much easier on the feet. Obviously if you are walking to the function you may have to change your foot ware when you get there

Flaxseed Wed 18-Sept-24 17:27:23

I had never heard of Sole Bliss. There’s a lovely pair on their website but a bit out of my price range and not sure if I fancy second hand shoes (apart from shoes and underwear I am very much a ‘preloved’ fan!)
Shelf life I am so short I need a slight heel wink
I will look at FitFlops. Thanks

Shelflife Wed 18-Sept-24 16:49:25

Ho got comfort every time , black ballet pumps with your little black dress?

Boz Wed 18-Sept-24 16:09:04

I rock around in Fitflops (about £100) but wear Arche (don't ask - French) for best!

Oreo Wed 18-Sept-24 15:59:53

If you sell shoes that have been worn once only you can bet your boots they’re damn uncomfortable.
I really don’t think that for older people there is such a thing as dressy shoes you can wear all day.

NotSpaghetti Wed 18-Sept-24 15:35:07

If you find expensive ones that you like (eg. Sole Bliss) and discover the size you need you can usually find someone is selling them "worn once" after buying for a wedding.

I know my size now in Sole Bliss - so if I need dressy shoes again then this is what I'll be doing.

Flaxseed Wed 18-Sept-24 15:08:41

I am trying to think ahead to a couple of Christmas (sorry to mention the C word!) events I am going to.
I still like fashion and have some nice little (not so little these days!) black dresses that I can wear, but just the thought of wearing my lovely Clarkes, kitten heeled sling backs makes my feet hurt!
They are low but I just find them too uncomfortable.
I have looked online for ideas for ‘dressy’ block heeled sling backs but they are either mega expensive, frumpy or look too painful to wear.
Anyone have any suggestions please?!