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The 12 Best Walking Shoes for Women, Tested and Reviewed
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items The quest for a cute yet comfortable shoe that can magically take you from museums to a Michelin-starred restaurant can feel never-ending. But your perfect pair is out there, and my family team is putting their feet to work to help you find them.
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MOST COMFORTABLE
BEST OVERALL
BEST FOR ALL DAY WEAR
BEST CUSHIONING
BEAT FOR PLANTAR FASCIITIS
BEST WATERPROOF
MOST COMFORTABLE
We admit the Nike Motiva’s exaggerated rocker on the outsole felt a bit strange on first wear, but it quickly became the reason we love them so much. The rocker, or the curved sole, actually propels the wearer forward, which we found to be incredibly...
Nike Motiva Women's Walking Shoes
BEST OVERALL
The comfortable and lightweight Cloudfoams lived up to their name during our testing process, practically sweeping us off our feet despite the fact that we never even wore socks with them. They held up on long, hilly city walks and park trails, and e...
Adidas Cloudfoam Pure 2.0 Shoes - White
BEST FOR ALL DAY WEAR
We wore these Allbirds sneakers to work, while running errands, and during walks and were seriously impressed with how comfortable they were. They were supportive right out of the box, and there was no rubbing or break in period. We love their thick,...
Women's Couriers - Hazy Indigo/True Navy (Natural White Sole)
BEST CUSHIONING
Before we even tried the Asics Gel-nimbus 25 sneakers for ourselves, we’d heard about the shoes’ legendary cushioning. When we finally got to put them to the test, the sneakers more than lived up to the hype. In addition to providing serious comfort ...
GEL-NIMBUS® Running Shoes - ASICS
BEAT FOR PLANTAR FASCIITIS
The first thing we noticed when sliding these on was the impressive support for people with high arches. The second thing we noticed was how much wiggle room we had. Our toes could move freely without feeling cramped, but the shoes are also snug enou...
Women's Cloud 5 | On United States - On Running
BEST WATERPROOF
It’s always nice to have a pair of rain boots that aren't made of cheap plastic. Sam Edelman’s Lagunas are sturdy, stylish, and extremely supportive, making an excellent option when you want to walk around in something other than a sneaker. They do t...
Laguna Chelsea Boot - Sam Edelman
BEST LEATHER
The Pehuea Lī ‘Ili may feel stiff out of the box, but that just shows how solid their construction is. We tried to bend them in half, and they hardly bent at all, showing that they will stay durable with quality leather and a thick, supportive sole. ...
Women's Leather Sneakers & Leather Shoes - OluKai
BEST SANDALS
The Elle is understated yet totally stylish. These sandals are extremely comfortable, and we found that they held up for miles of walking wherever your travels take you. They run true to size with the perfect amount of room at the toe and heel, and t...
Women's Elle Backstrap Sandal - KEEN Footwear
BEST ARCH SUPPORT
If you prioritize foot comfort, these are the sandals for you. They are not only incredibly supportive and sturdy, but truly offer all-day comfort. Though the high level of arch support can take some getting used to, our feet felt comfortable all day...
Women's ZX/2 Dual Adjustable Straps Classic Sandal - Chacos
BEST BOOTS
If you want a solid, waterproof, do-it-all boot, the Holly is your best pick. We did find that they started out fairly stiff, so you may want to break them in before you travel, but they softened up during our testing period. They also aren’t very br...
Holly Lace Leather Women's Casual Boots - BOGS
BEST FOR PRONATION
If you’re prone to pronation and struggle to find supportive shoes, we’ve got you covered. We fell in love with these New Balance sneakers that have lots of padding on the inside of the heel and tongue, easily adjustable laces, and a cushioned sole t...
Fresh Foam X 860v14 - New Balance
BEST CASUAL
If you’re in the market for a sporty-looking, casual sneaker, these may be the best walking shoes for you. They’re so comfortable and light, you'll forget you're wearing these sneakers. They’re well-made, with solid construction, and the laces stay t...
Women's 574 Classic Sneakers - New Balance