Sandals you are purchasing

[Jalapeñomel]

We’ve talked a bit about them, but let’s talk about what you are buying.

I put on my birks today and took an hour walk. The beds of my feet are KILLING me. Not sure what the deal is. Not sure if I’ll buy another pair or not, but I need a good walking sandal.

[pierogigirl]

Are they new? If they are, they will form to your feet and be the most comfortable sandals ever after a few more wears.

I can wear mine for 12 plus hours and be comfortable, but not until they have been worn a few times.

[lovelyshoes]

I only have one pair of birks and don’t like them at all. I don’t get the love. I like mephisto sandals way more. It’s all so person specific imo. I want something that a back for this summer. I think those are best for walking.

[mags]

Im an X Birkenstock lover

Then I found Aetrex these arrived yesterday
www.aetrex.com/harper-sandal-cognac-SC312W.html?lang=en_US

and my favorites are Taos
most comfortable ever for me, I have too many pairs but these are my favorites
taosfootwear.com/pam

[sstephensid]

Do you normally wear Birks? If this is the first time or maybe first time this season, you need to break them in. They are not shoes you can wear out of the box for 12 hours. They need broken in AND your feet have to build up callouses to the new spots of friction (different spots than regular shoes, like toe ridge area).

[Susie]

Team Birkenstocks all the way. But even my years-old pairs of sandals aren't 100% comfortable the first time I wear them again each spring.

[namasteak]

I have 2 pairs of these. 1 black, 1 brown and I kind of want a metallic pair too!

[Jalapeñomel]

May 15, 2020 14:10:48 GMT -5 pierogigirl said:

Are they new? If they are, they will form to your feet and be the most comfortable sandals ever after a few more wears.

I can wear mine for 12 plus hours and be comfortable, but not until they have been worn a few times.

No they’re two years old.

[gummy]

Birkenstocks are seriously the worst and least comfortable shoes ever. I do not get their rave reviews on comfort and I suffered through 6 months of "breaking them in" before throwing out! Vionics all the way every day! Especially if you deal with plantar fascitis in any way.

[memenee]

I live in Olukai sandals all thru the spring/summer.

I have the Ke’a in black, and Upena and Ehue in brown. Love them all!

[twilightmv]

I love my Pons Avarcas. I got so many compliments, they're comfortable, and they go with everything.
avarcasusa.com/bin/details.php?Tag=Classic%20Style%20Women&Color=Brown&Model=510&Collection=women&Outlet=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMImsfCgta26QIVDYnICh2CPA4SEAQYASABEgKpqfD_BwE

[sadlebred]

Teva Hurricane XLT2 I have them in multiple colors.

www.zappos.com/p/teva-hurricane-xlt2-canyon-black-iris/product/8985253/color/842203

[TBM]

Vionics for the win. I have flip flops, sandals, flats, wedges, boots and heels.

I wear the Vionic sandals or flip flops, or Oofos flip flops if I am going to be walking a lot...like at Disney for the day.

[arielroux]

Man, I would have recommended Birks as I walked all over Spain wearing them with no issue. They're the only sandals that don't kill my feet. What a bummer.

Not helpful, I know. I'm just sorry they're causing you pain!

[Jalapeñomel]

May 15, 2020 15:22:46 GMT -5 arielroux said:

Man, I would have recommended Birks as I walked all over Spain wearing them with no issue. They're the only sandals that don't kill my feet. What a bummer.

Not helpful, I know. I'm just sorry they're causing you pain!

I wore these all over Scotland and Disney. They just must be worn out.

[nessness]

I got a pair of Born Taylor sandals a couple months ago and they're really comfortable, only $40, and reasonably cute. I do get slightly annoyed at having to buckle them rather than being able to slip them on, but otherwise no complaints.

www.nordstromrack.com/shop/product/3214027?color=LIGHT%20BLUE&utm_source=adlucent&utm_medium=feeds&utm_content=google&utm_channel=low_nd_shop&sid=545650&utm_term=545650&aid=%5BADL%5D%20%5BPLA%5D%20%5BShopping%5D%20-%20Categories%20-%20Brand%20-%20%5BMobile%5D&utm_campaign=5BADL%5D%20%5BPLA%5D%20%5BShopping%5D%20-%20Categories%20-%20Brand%20-%20%5BMobile%5D&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-_j1BRDkARIsAJcfmTHiNbQkPn3R54GcN3FSby42gm9bPPK5i7mREk87Krcyw9xA-Qoz7gEaAuzSEALw_wcB

[bunnies]

Chacos for me! I need that aggressive arch support. I can't wait for Chaco season again (soon)!

[Jalapeñomel]

May 15, 2020 15:13:03 GMT -5 TBM said:

Vionics for the win. I have flip flops, sandals, flats, wedges, boots and heels.

I wear the Vionic sandals or flip flops, or Oofos flip flops if I am going to be walking a lot...like at Disney for the day.

I may pull the trigger on these this year. Everyone who has them loves them.

[starryfish]

Anyone try Archie full flips? I see ads on FB all the time for them

[dutchgirl678]

My feet can only function on Keen sandals and shoes. I have the Rose sandal and flip flops that I wear most in the summer.

[VillainV]

May 15, 2020 16:53:36 GMT -5 starryfish said:

Anyone try Archie full flips? I see ads on FB all the time for them

I tried to buy some but they are back ordered in my size in every color.

[m15]

May 15, 2020 16:47:05 GMT -5 Jalapeñomel said:

May 15, 2020 15:13:03 GMT -5 TBM said:

Vionics for the win. I have flip flops, sandals, flats, wedges, boots and heels.

I wear the Vionic sandals or flip flops, or Oofos flip flops if I am going to be walking a lot...like at Disney for the day.

I may pull the trigger on these this year. Everyone who has them loves them.

I bought a pair last year and returned them. I HATED them. The arch was so high up that it cramped my foot.

I have Olukai ones like above and they're comfy.  And several Birks but those are clearly out.

[3dogdays]

May 15, 2020 16:47:05 GMT -5 Jalapeñomel said:

May 15, 2020 15:13:03 GMT -5 TBM said:

Vionics for the win. I have flip flops, sandals, flats, wedges, boots and heels.

I wear the Vionic sandals or flip flops, or Oofos flip flops if I am going to be walking a lot...like at Disney for the day.

I may pull the trigger on these this year. Everyone who has them loves them.

Another vote for Vionic’s. They are the best shoes ever. You can sometimes find good deals at Nordstrom rack and on Amazon. Watch for sales on their website too. I have sandals, flip flops, slides, sneakers, and ballet flats. I LOVE them. Totally worth the investment and don’t really need a break in period.

[jackie011]

May 15, 2020 14:51:51 GMT -5 namasteak said:

I have 2 pairs of these. 1 black, 1 brown and I kind of want a metallic pair too!

I’ve been lusting after these for years and it may finally be time! I’m a 9.5 and they only come in whole sizes, right? Should I go for the 10? I figure my feet swell in the heat.

[waverly]

I usually buy Clark sandals.

[mags]

I like Vionics but they are so wide on me all the time. I don't like the way they fit me.

[mrspez07]

I like dansko sandals.
I’ve bought multiple of the one called Stevie (I think). Also like the sacha.
Used one pair all over Europe last year, I packed just them and my hiking boots.

[RitzyHeifer]

May 15, 2020 15:09:49 GMT -5 sadlebred said:

Teva Hurricane XLT2 I have them in multiple colors.

www.zappos.com/p/teva-hurricane-xlt2-canyon-black-iris/product/8985253/color/842203

Another Teva fan here, I like the Tirra style for an everyday/walking/hiking sandal and the Ola wedge flip flop style with sundresses,etc.

[TBM]

May 15, 2020 18:50:14 GMT -5 3dogdays said:

May 15, 2020 16:47:05 GMT -5 Jalapeñomel said:

I may pull the trigger on these this year. Everyone who has them loves them.

Another vote for Vionic’s. They are the best shoes ever. You can sometimes find good deals at Nordstrom rack and on Amazon. Watch for sales on their website too. I have sandals, flip flops, slides, sneakers, and ballet flats. I LOVE them. Totally worth the investment and don’t really need a break in period.

I remember taking a break in period gor the first pair that I bought....apparently I was not used to my feet and legs being aligned properly. lol

Once I got used to them though, no break in no time has been necessary. Since I spend a lot of time barefoot in my house, I can tell when I should be wearing them more. Sometimes my knee will bother me and it seems so odd because I haven't really had knee problems since I started wearing Vionic. They seem to help with my lower back too since it helps keep everything aligned.

[laurack]

I just ordered a pair of naturalizer tru sandals, hope they are good. I wanted the ginger snap color but found black for $33 so if they fit nicely I’ll also fork out the higher price for the other color.

I have a hard time finding sandals, I like thinner straps/less bulk but also need a strap on the back and I hate the feeling of a thong between my toes, and I don’t like them to be completely without arch support. Picky picky 😄