Sneakers for Travel

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Anonymous wrote:Just adding to the chorus of finding Vejas uncomfortable. I wouldn't wear them traveling in Europe.

I wear my Vejas when we are going out for dinner, etc, but def do not wear them to walk the cobblestone streets of Europe or much else.

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Bumping this thread as I get ready for a trip - honest thoughts on Allbirds? I loved mine a few years ago, was thinking these could look cute with dresses? (It will be hot.) I have Ons which I love so much but they are a bit chunky with dresses?

https://www.allbirds.com/products/womens-tree-skippers-kaikoura-white

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Anonymous wrote:
Bumping this thread as I get ready for a trip - honest thoughts on Allbirds? I loved mine a few years ago, was thinking these could look cute with dresses? (It will be hot.) I have Ons which I love so much but they are a bit chunky with dresses?

https://www.allbirds.com/products/womens-tree-skippers-kaikoura-white

They could look cute but the soles are VERY thin and won't give much support

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NB 574

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I custom ordered Converse in wide. They’re heavenly. I’ve walked upwards of 10 miles/day several times and had zero discomfort. I do switch to different shoes after 2 days though, because I like to let things air out and change things up for my feet. The 3rd day I’ll usually wear my running shoes or a pair of leather Chacos. I used to have horrid PF and I swear this strategy has saved my feet.

[Anonymous]

I like my Cole Haan Grand Pro sneakers. Lightweight but comfortable for long distances of walking. They come in a few styles but mine are leather so they are super easy to wipe clean.

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Anonymous wrote:I find Vejas uncomfortable and prefer adidas Stan Smith. Ideally in a style made of grained leather, not the smooth ones. They are softer. Sambas are cute too, but it might be too rainy for suede (not sure which style you're eyeing).

Not exactly what you're asking, but regardless of the sneaker, orthotics help so much. Doesn't have to be custom. I went to a running store to get a pair for my arch type. They take a little bit of time to break in, so getting some now would be perfect for your trip. They're the reason I can walk 10 miles in flat sneakers without any issues.

That's a great solution, I'll need to try that myself. Op, my advice was going to be stay away from flat bottom tennis shoes but this solves one issue, comfort, but you also want good traction. I wanted cute sneakers too but all the walking required something more like running/walking shoes even though it's not going to look that great, at least you'll be able to forge on. There are some well worn stairwells and unpaved steep areas you'll want a good grip ESPECIALLY in Italy

Agree with the traction issue. Lots of uneven ground.

[Anonymous]

Wear running shoes. I’m in Italy now and I’ve seen a handful of people slip in the last few days.

Women are wearing sneakers—all kinds of sneakers. The ones in sandals are taking taxis to dinner or sitting down to put on bandaids. Seriously.

Lots of women are in sundresses. Plenty of women in athletic attire or linen or cropped pants with tank tops.

It’s crazy hot. You will sweat in places you never knew could produce sweat. Plan to shower twice a day and change for dinner.

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Anonymous wrote:Wear running shoes. I’m in Italy now and I’ve seen a handful of people slip in the last few days.

Women are wearing sneakers—all kinds of sneakers. The ones in sandals are taking taxis to dinner or sitting down to put on bandaids. Seriously.

Lots of women are in sundresses. Plenty of women in athletic attire or linen or cropped pants with tank tops.

It’s crazy hot. You will sweat in places you never knew could produce sweat. Plan to shower twice a day and change for dinner.

Isn't the entire point of this post to find out what sneakers? Did you read anything?

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Wear running shoes. I’m in Italy now and I’ve seen a handful of people slip in the last few days.

Women are wearing sneakers—all kinds of sneakers. The ones in sandals are taking taxis to dinner or sitting down to put on bandaids. Seriously.

Lots of women are in sundresses. Plenty of women in athletic attire or linen or cropped pants with tank tops.

It’s crazy hot. You will sweat in places you never knew could produce sweat. Plan to shower twice a day and change for dinner.

Isn't the entire point of this post to find out what sneakers? Did you read anything?

Running shoes with good traction. Nikes or something similar. This isn’t the time or place for cute shoes over safety and comfort. Sambas and Stan Smiths and Converse and all those flat sneakers with flat bottoms aren’t safe.

[Anonymous]

I like brooks and wore them for several days in Madrid. They are comfortable and have great support. The ghost style is my favorite.

https://www.brooksrunning.com/en_us/womens/shoes/road-running-shoes/ghost-15/120380.html?dwvar_120380_color=004

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Anonymous wrote:Wear running shoes. I’m in Italy now and I’ve seen a handful of people slip in the last few days.

Women are wearing sneakers—all kinds of sneakers. The ones in sandals are taking taxis to dinner or sitting down to put on bandaids. Seriously.

Lots of women are in sundresses. Plenty of women in athletic attire or linen or cropped pants with tank tops.

It’s crazy hot. You will sweat in places you never knew could produce sweat. Plan to shower twice a day and change for dinner.

Headed there soon so I found this helpful!

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I just spent two weeks in Italy and wore grey All Birds. They were great for days with lots of walking and for the plane.

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I was in Italy for two weeks, and rotated shoes. I wore my On Clouds, Rothy sneakers, Birks Miyari, and Teva Tirra. All handled the cobblestones and uneven terrain with ease.

And yes, you will not look out of place in sneakers with dresses there.