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Stylish Comfortable Flats | Ageless Style 23

By: Nada Manley2 Comments

Why should you take flat-shoe advice from a heel lover? Good question, actually. I don’t have a great answer, except for this. I love shoes. I know shoes. I just get shoes, you know. The way that some people get football or numbers. Neither of which I get, but I digress. So long story short, shoes are kind of my thing.

And there’s only one kind of shoe I refuse to choose, and that is an ugly shoe.

If we’re going to take this relationship further, let me get philosophical on you for a minute. I want you to ponder this deep shoe truth:

Flats should be comfortable. If they’re not, you might as well wear heels. Amiright?

NM

Comfort is the WHOLE POINT of flats. The whole point.

But why be lured by such seductive enticements as “arch support” or “cushioned insoles” if the shoes aren’t cute.

Just leave them there at the store. You don’t need that kind of wardrobe downer in your life!

Finding the perfect pair of shoes is a lot like finding the right man. First, you have to feel an attraction. After that, you can see if they’re a good fit.

NM

So here, from the woman who mostly wears heels but also likes a good stylish flat here and there, is a list of chic and stylish shoes that are also supremely comfortable.

Schutz Arissa flat in crinkle finish in gold or silver. $68. Square toe with roomy toe box. $68. One reviewer said: “The most comfortable shoes ever made. I wore these the first day and went for a walk (4 miles). No blisters whatsoever. Felt as if I was wearing slippers..”
Margaux The Demi $178. Elegant simple French inspired ballet flat. Fit experts will help you find your perfect size. One reviewer said: “Couldn’t love them more!! I tried several brands before making my choice and it didn’t take me long to realize Margaux are the best out there. Super comfortable (it feels like walking on little cushions), perfect fitting for a fair price. Very happy, highly recommended.” 5mm cushioned insole and an adjustable bow. Available in Narrow, Medium, and Wide.
biomechanically engineered, ergonomic FitFlop® footbed. The Allegro Ballerina Flat from FitFlop® offers simple, sleek, and sophisticated style in a snap! Soft leather uppers with a round toe. Easy slip-on style with elastic heel and pull-tab. Soft and breathable microfiber linings. Offers a leather-lined, anatomically contoured footbed for all-day comfort. Dynamicush™ technology offers enhanced “bouncy” cushioning to minimize impact. Durable and slip-resistant rubber outsole. Review: “I have wide, flat feet with screws in them from bunion surgery. I have never found a truly comfortable and attractive ballet flat…until now! I LOVE these shoes!”
Tory Burch Minnie travel flat, $228. Elastic back topline Layered foam cushioning in footbed Leather upper and lining/rubber sole. Review: “So comfy and require no time to break in.”
Rothys The Point, $145. Sizes 5-13. Machine washable. Ultra comfortable, Size up for wider feet. Review: “These shoes are soooo comfortable I can hardly believe it! Super classy as well.”
Frye Sienna ballet flat. Comes in nearly 30 colors. Great quality leather. Starting at $85.
Italeau Mara Flats, $238. Approximately 1/2″ heel Italian leather suede upper Leather sole w/rubber patch for comfort and grip Sacchetto (inside stitch) for extra-flex and maximum comfort Cushioned memory foam insole with arch support Side elastics & slip-on for easy entry and fit Leather lined Waterproof & stain resistant Whole and half sizes 35-43 Handmade in Italy. “These flats are perfect for my small, narrow feet. The toe is flattering but doesn’t pinch. Almost no break-in time.”
Kahmune Kennedy Flats $235. Amazing shade matcher to find your perfect nude. Sizes 4-13. Very comfortable with cushioned insole.
Mansur Gavriel Dream Ballerina $385. Cushioned insole, buttery soft leather, bow is adjustable to tighten or loosen the opening. You can learn to pronounce this name here.
Aerosoles Homerun ballet flats, $42 (sale). $89 in other colors. Come in Medium and Wide. Reviewer: “Ordered these in the wide width and they are very comfortable.”
Trotter’s Estee Flat, $99.95. Comes in narrow and wide sizes. “These shoes are beautiful and so comfortable.”
Vionic Lena Flat, $119.95. Removable orthotic insole with arch support Orthaheel® technology Leather upper/textile lining/rubber sole. Reviewer: “The shoes fit perfectly, don’t pinch or rub and treated me well right out of the box.”
Frankie4 POPPY Gold $175. “This shoe is so cute and super comfortable. I’m a teacher and I’m on my feet all day long. I also have plantar fasciitis that I’m trying to heal and these shoes have been a life saver.” With body mechanics in mind, the 3 layers are strategically designed to bias support and cushioning where it is needed. unique Sole Hero™ Support Footbeds are Podiatrist-designed.
Tyra Leather Flats PRETTY BALLERINAS $225. No breakin period. Range from size 35-42.
Good American Extended widths show off flat size 4-14. $159. Classic pointy toe Ruched slingback with covered elastic Cloud sole for all day comfort Outsole made of recycled leather.
VIONIC Jade $124.95. Available in size 5-12. Narrow, medium, wide. Arch support. Orthotic interior.
Leonie Caramel Ballet Flat $250. Come in 13 neutrals. Finally, a flat that makes my feet feel wonderful! And I have bunions.”
Sarah Flint Natalie flat, $365. Comfort without sacrificing style. “I have a slightly wide foot and was worried the shoe would be too narrow, but the shoe molds to your foot as you wear them (even if you are just sitting in your house). And like everyone else, I find them so comfortable!”
The Swan Marigold $ 140. 30 Day Fit Guarantee. 7 Layer comfort. Vegan. Size 5-12. “It’s a breath of fresh air to be able to dress up your outfit with a luxe pair of shoes that aren’t heels and don’t hurt my feet!”
Sustainably made artisanal slides. Maria slide, $80, Fuchsia shoes. 100% Vegan Jute Textile Upper Microfiber Sock Liner Recycled TPR Sole
Madewell The Frances Lower, $128. BYE, BREAK-IN TIME Our padded insoles are engineered to make sandals, flats and boots extra cushy. Comfy shoes = happy feet. Cloudlift technology. “They’re comfy right out of the box. Highly recommend!”
AGL Seraphina Flat, $385. Comfort brand made in Italy. Leather lined cushioned footbed. “This is my 5th pair! So comfortable! Fits like a glove. Pain free for a foot with a bunion.”
Really comfortable. Backs fold down to wear them two ways. Sam Edelman Loraine Loafers (4) $150.00. ” These are perfect fit, and very comfortable”
Mara Loafer AGL Price $399. “They’re comfortable, have nice padding, probably not quite enough arch support for a whole bunch of walking.”
Sole Bliss Tess in beautiful Sky Blue Suede, $289. These loafer shoes for bunions feature a seam-free leather lining which prevents rubbing against difficult joints. Superior arch support and three layers of underfoot cushioning provide luxurious comfort and support. Make a statement in this season’s prettiest shoe! If you have a medium to wide-width foot, order your usual size. If you have an extra-wide foot, order half a size larger.
Birdie’s The Blackbird Eggshell $ 120. Cloud like comfort. Vegan. Removable sole. Washable. 30 day fit guarantee. Washable.

Vivaia Adele flats, $89. Knit uppers made from plastic bottles. Multispandex fabric & Artemisia Argyi Herbal insole Carbon-free rubber outsoles. “Good support and so very comfortable. I have wide feet and these stretch beautifully.”
BASS WHITNEY COLORBLOCK WEEJUNS $125. Run large. Reviewer: “Beautiful And Comfortable!”
  • Schutz Arissa flat in crinkle finish in gold or silver. $68. Square toe with roomy toe box. $68. One reviewer said: “The most comfortable shoes ever made. I wore these the first day and went for a walk (4 miles). No blisters whatsoever. Felt as if I was wearing slippers..”

Buzzworthy

This week’s Buzzworthy is the Swerve U-Pin. This chic minimalist tool has been a game changer, allowing me to quickly put my hair up in a chic, comfortable knot that looks elegant and doesn’t clash with my outfits. Paula Ramm from A Beautiful Life by Paula is sponsoring a giveaway of 3 of the Swerve U-Pins, and you can see all of the details here!

Here’s a quick little demo of how easy it is to use the Swerve!

For more detailed how-tos and tutorials, click here.

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Comments

  1. Nada Manley says

    Hi Ann! Sorry you feel that way. I love mine and so do many of the other women who have tried them. They are made out of recycled plastics. Mine have held up for years. 🙂

  2. Ann Burke says

    Vivia shoes r not quality shoes.the heels r plastic, sole cheaply made and for all the hype of their ads r disappointing.
    Rtn any brought to date.

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