Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 11:18     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:Reasonably cool and yet comfortable sandals





The classic Arizona.



Or the Mayari:





all good choices!



Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 11:17     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Reasonably cool and yet comfortable sandals





The classic Arizona.



Or the Mayari:







Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 11:10     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I don’t think you need a back strap unless there are a lot of hills. You need side to side stability.

For me, Birkenstock Gizeh Flowers works for every situation except a serious hike or formal dinner.
https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/birkenstock-womens-gizeh-flowers-thong-sandals?ID=5071034


These!







What's the verdict on these Birks?




I think the verdict is that OP asked for shoes with a backstrap under $100. These do not fit the brief.
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 11:05     Subject: It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Why the flower birks? They are UGLY. Regular birks please.
No need to adorn them with those cheesy flowers.
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 11:00     Subject: It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
I am 61 and wouldnt be caught dead in any of these except the birks. Why are all you younger women wearing those shoes? Do you want to look dumpy?
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 11:00     Subject: It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:I am super picky about shoes, but I have been really happy with these:

https://www.skechers.com/reggae-slim---sunnyside-2.0/164036W_TPE.html

I bought them because they were on sale.


I have those. They are nice.
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 10:59     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I don’t think you need a back strap unless there are a lot of hills. You need side to side stability.

For me, Birkenstock Gizeh Flowers works for every situation except a serious hike or formal dinner.
https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/birkenstock-womens-gizeh-flowers-thong-sandals?ID=5071034


These!







What's the verdict on these Birks?

Good choice!


Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 10:57     Subject: It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
I am super picky about shoes, but I have been really happy with these:

https://www.skechers.com/reggae-slim---sunnyside-2.0/164036W_TPE.html

I bought them because they were on sale.
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 10:53     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I don’t think you need a back strap unless there are a lot of hills. You need side to side stability.

For me, Birkenstock Gizeh Flowers works for every situation except a serious hike or formal dinner.
https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/birkenstock-womens-gizeh-flowers-thong-sandals?ID=5071034


These!







What's the verdict on these Birks?




Birkenstocks are ugly, and these are REALLY ugly.
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 10:28     Subject: It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:https://www.merrell.com/US/en/fleur-backstrap/195020841525.html


ugly


Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 10:24     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:I love these. I live in them in the summer.

https://www.rei.com/product/C06048/keen-rose-sandals-womens?sku=C060480008&store=&CAWELAID=120217890020541849&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=119815816684&CATCI=pla-897635753412&cm_mmc=PLA_Google%7C21700000001700551_C060480008%7C897635753412%7Cbrand_flag%7C12404484141&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=12404484141&gbraid=0AAAAAD_DTlwrTxHLtKeOx_W1HgBcRG54X&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-Iydxe3UkwMVi0lHAR36ZhcjEAQYASABEgJGhvD_BwE


truly ugly
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 10:24     Subject: It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:Since you like Reefs, I would get these:

Cushion Rem Hi Ankle Strap Platform Sandal (Women) in crochet

https://www.nordstrom.com/s/cushion-rem-hi-ankle-strap-platform-sandal-women/7863155?color=CROCHET


awful
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 10:18     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:The Mephisto All Rounder Niro what I wore for sightseeing in warm weather:



I have sensitive skin and sandal straps often cut the skin behind my ankle. But I do own pretty sandals for going out to dinner.


Omg, what the hell are these. Please just wear sneakers.



😩
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 09:42     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:https://taosfootwear.com/products/the-show-10?variant=40716874154149

I have plantar fasciitis and I wear these.


Taos are great. I just wish these didn't have velcro but I get it for people that need to adjust their fit.
Also did they used to have half sizes or am I misremembering?


The Velcro does take a lot of shoes on this type of thread from “not bad” to hideous.
Anonymous
Post 04/06/2026 09:36     Subject: Re:It’s that time of year- let’s debate comfortable but not too hideous sandals!
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I don’t think you need a back strap unless there are a lot of hills. You need side to side stability.

For me, Birkenstock Gizeh Flowers works for every situation except a serious hike or formal dinner.
https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/birkenstock-womens-gizeh-flowers-thong-sandals?ID=5071034


These!







What's the verdict on these Birks?




regular gizeh are better - the flowers are too busy