Attractive sneakers that you can walk 10 miles in?

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Anonymous wrote:Vans

https://www.vans.com/en-us/shoes-c00081/classic-slip-on-checkerboard-shoe-pvn000eyebpj

1. VANS are the ugliest shoes in the world. Unless you are in a prison - there is no need for these shoes.
2. I can feel the blister growing on your heel from here.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Paul Green

Love Paul Green.

Are you 12?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Geox sneakers are very comfortable over long distances.

https://www.geox.com/en-US/low_top_sneakers-black-desya_woman-D3500A08522C9997.html

I second this !

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Geox sneakers are very comfortable over long distances.

https://www.geox.com/en-US/low_top_sneakers-black-desya_woman-D3500A08522C9997.html

I second this !

They just aren't cute though.

I don't always sacrifice comfort for fashion but I also just don't feel good with a pair of sneakers like that on my feet. I know it's just cultural conditioning but I can't get passed it. It's fine for just hiking on my own, but if I"m going on a vacation where I'll be going out to dinner, sightseeing, interacting with people, I just can't bring myself to wear those hideous shoes, no matter how comfortable they are.

I go with simple white sneakers from Cole Haan, Adidas, or Reebok. Probably not as comfortable as something like Geox or Ecco, but way more supportive than other options, and still reasonably stylish. It splits the difference. If I'm not getting blisters and I can fit an orthotic insole in if necessary, it's good enough.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Geox sneakers are very comfortable over long distances.

https://www.geox.com/en-US/low_top_sneakers-black-desya_woman-D3500A08522C9997.html

I second this !

They just aren't cute though.

I don't always sacrifice comfort for fashion but I also just don't feel good with a pair of sneakers like that on my feet. I know it's just cultural conditioning but I can't get passed it. It's fine for just hiking on my own, but if I"m going on a vacation where I'll be going out to dinner, sightseeing, interacting with people, I just can't bring myself to wear those hideous shoes, no matter how comfortable they are.

I go with simple white sneakers from Cole Haan, Adidas, or Reebok. Probably not as comfortable as something like Geox or Ecco, but way more supportive than other options, and still reasonably stylish. It splits the difference. If I'm not getting blisters and I can fit an orthotic insole in if necessary, it's good enough.

Heh you are having a pretty overblown reaction to those sneakers!

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Anonymous wrote:Stan Smiths. I walked all over Europe in mine.

Will I, a 50 year old woman, look like I'm trying to hard in white Stan Smiths? (Not OP). I'm not very fashion-savvy.

I'm the PP, a 55 year old woman. I wasn't trying to look hip or cool, I've just always worn Stan Smiths. And they really look great with everything - a classic.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Stan Smiths. I walked all over Europe in mine.

Will I, a 50 year old woman, look like I'm trying to hard in white Stan Smiths? (Not OP). I'm not very fashion-savvy.

I'm the PP, a 55 year old woman. I wasn't trying to look hip or cool, I've just always worn Stan Smiths. And they really look great with everything - a classic.

PP again ^^ - I will say that I hate the kelly green tag, so I appreciate the fact that there are many different colored tags to choose from.

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Anonymous wrote:People are posting about "cute" fashion sneakers that are totally fine for running around town, commuting, weekend activities.

OP is looking for a shoe that you can walk 10 miles in. That's a lot of walking. As someone with knee and hip issues, I need a show that is super supportive, has plenty of cushioning, AND is easily adjustable to deal with swelling as the day wore on. Here are my recommendations:

If you like the look of Vejas, I recommend checking out Tretorns. They have a similar look but are not as stiff and some versions have good cushioning and more supportive insoles. Yes you can always buy insoles but in my experience this never works as well as shoe with better cushioning support, especially when walking long distances. Bonus is that because Tretorns are not nearly as trendy as Vejas, they haven't experienced the same super markup in recent years, and are much more affordable. Also check out Saucony for the same reasons.

Reebok Club Cs are a great all around walking shoe. Might look to "grandma" for some but I think their retro styling feels very on trend now. The remind me of Princess Diana. You might wear an insole with these, it depends how your arches are. I did not need an insole when I wore these for long days of walking in Europe, but I don't have flat feet.

Sorel makes some athletic sneakers that are super supportive. Check out Sorel Kinetic with the strap over the top. Might be too sporty for some people but I think they can look cute if styled correctly (leggings, sweatshirt, sling bag, these are not for wearing with dressier clothes).

New Balance has some comfy sneakers but be wary. Some of their more retro styles, which I think tend to be cuter, also have awful support. Check out the 327 and the 237, which I think are your best bet. I would almost definitely do an insert with these based on my prior experience with New Balance shoes.

I would stay away from Gola, Onitsuka Tiger, and Nike. Gola and OT have too little cushioning across the board. I think they are fine for every day but walking 10 miles in them sounds like torture. Nike does have some more supportive lines (I've heard the Nike Revolution is popular with nurses, which is usually a good endorsement) but in generally I think Nike's are poorly made and don't last. And most Nikes are no cuter than a pair of Hokas or Brooks, in which case just wear those.

NP here with same question as OP. Which Tretorns would you recommend?

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Stan Smiths. I walked all over Europe in mine.

Will I, a 50 year old woman, look like I'm trying to hard in white Stan Smiths? (Not OP). I'm not very fashion-savvy.

I'm the PP, a 55 year old woman. I wasn't trying to look hip or cool, I've just always worn Stan Smiths. And they really look great with everything - a classic.

Not OP, but my DH told me that Addidas Campos were a no-go for me, due to age. Vejas seem popular with a lot of moms, but they are probably around 40 as opposed to 50...

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Vans

https://www.vans.com/en-us/shoes-c00081/classic-slip-on-checkerboard-shoe-pvn000eyebpj

1. VANS are the ugliest shoes in the world. Unless you are in a prison - there is no need for these shoes.
2. I can feel the blister growing on your heel from here.

Even cute vans (not linked) are not suitable for walking 10 miles. It's a skating shoe, not a walking shoe. Flat bottoms are out (and I wear Vans).

[Anonymous]

NB 327's, hands down. They are so comfortable!!!! And there are so many neutral options.

[Anonymous]

Another vote for Taos. They have great arch support. https://taosfootwear.com/collections/sneakers

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Geox sneakers are very comfortable over long distances.

https://www.geox.com/en-US/low_top_sneakers-black-desya_woman-D3500A08522C9997.html

I second this !

They just aren't cute though.

I don't always sacrifice comfort for fashion but I also just don't feel good with a pair of sneakers like that on my feet. I know it's just cultural conditioning but I can't get passed it. It's fine for just hiking on my own, but if I"m going on a vacation where I'll be going out to dinner, sightseeing, interacting with people, I just can't bring myself to wear those hideous shoes, no matter how comfortable they are.

I go with simple white sneakers from Cole Haan, Adidas, or Reebok. Probably not as comfortable as something like Geox or Ecco, but way more supportive than other options, and still reasonably stylish. It splits the difference. If I'm not getting blisters and I can fit an orthotic insole in if necessary, it's good enough.

Again, not the flat bottomed ones. They will not last for a 10 mile walk.

[Anonymous]

https://www.geox.com/en-US/low_top_sneakers-white-light_sand-tabelya_woman-D36AQB00085C1Z5V.html

[Anonymous]

Another vote for Stan Smiths, although I put Superfeet insoles in mine. I just got back from a trip where we walked 15-20k steps a day and no problems.