Walking shoes that aren't exercise shoes in extra wide for unions that look good and have decent support? Going to Iceland so weather is an issue!

[FaithManor]

I do not have great feet to say the least. We'll be walkingmiracle shoe. Iceland gets a fair amount of rain rather regularly in the summer, and we are trying to pack lightly so I'd like to take a shoe that looks good with khakis and a sweater also a cute knit dress and leggings. Add to that the problem of bunions and needing some decent support, I have my doubts that such a shoe exists for females.

 

But I thought I would ask in case the hive knows of such a miracle.

[Ottakee]

I am not sure if they would work but I have special orthodics and had trouble with shoes other than my tennis shoes most of the time but for local stuff I have liked my Clarks.  They come in a host of styles, etc.  I have some black slip ons that have a bit of something to them but work for jeans to dressier.

[Isabella]

I'm guessing you mean 'bunions'?  I got some Clark Privo shoes that were really comfy, wide and soft, with a strap over the top.  Not sure if they are still available.  i got them at Zappos about 5 years ago.  I used them in Germany where we did a reasonable amount of walking.

 

At present I have some 'Arcopedico' shoes http://www.bstore.com.au/arcopedico-l39-black-23313  I'm not sure if they're available outside of Australia, though.  Again they are comfy, soft, reasonable arch support, but they do get stinky after a while.  They can be thrown in the washing machine though - I just don't do it often enough.

 

These look quite good, though I've never had Ecco shoes, so not sure how they are..

http://www.zappos.com/ecco-sport-biom-lite-1-2-flat-warm-grey-warm-grey-starbuck-textile?zlfid=191&ref=pd_sims_p_ab_1

 

These are also some Clarks I got that were nice and comfy...

http://www.zappos.com/clarks-haley-toucan-black

 

 

[AnnaBeth]

Love my Merrell Siren Sports.

They come in wide and sound like they'd fit what you're looking for.

 

www.zappos.com/womens-sneakers-athletic-shoes~gJ#!/merrell-women-sneakers-athletic-shoes/CK_XARC81wE6ApYPWgK3A3oC2QSCAQOVgAXAAQHiAgYBGAIPCwc.zso?s=goliveRecentSalesStyle/desc/

 

 

 

 

[Amy in TX]

I am 49 and have bunions and arthritic knees, and I wore these

 

http://www.merrell.com/US/en-US/Product.mvc.aspx/33589W/82529/Womens/Encore-Breeze-3/Black/J48250?dimensions=0

 

on a month-long tour of Europe last summer which entailed literally hours of walking on concrete and standing on marble floors every day.  I LOVE these shoes!  I had very little pain, just mild aching at the end of the (very active) days, and believe me, for me that's a miracle.  They were better for my feet than any athletic shoes I had worn on past trips.  I wore them with and without socks.  They are warm when it's cold and breathable and comfortable when it's hot.  Don't know if they're stylish or not, but I don't care--I enjoyed my trip!

[wintermom]

What are you planning on spending the MOST time doing and what is your priority for "looking good?" Will you be spending a lot of time hiking on trails and walking to the natural sights (water falls, volcanoes), or walking in town?

 

Personally, unless I was in town or on a bus for most of the time, I'd invest in a good pair of walking/hiking shoes and forget about how they'd look in a dress. If you know you'll really want to look good in a dress, pack an extra pair of sandles that don't take up a lot of room in the suitcase. From what I remember about my time spent in Iceland 20 years ago (and it was SO AWESOME), was that anything outside of Reykjavik was pretty rough - gravel roads, gravel paths to historic sites and waterfalls, etc. The weather is cool, so dresses (which I hate wearing anyway) and shorts were limited. Comfortable walking pants was what I wore most.

 

Also, remember to pack a swim suit as there are amazing natural hot springs and hottubs.

 

Have a wonderful time!!

[LucyStoner]

Yeah in Iceland I'd just give up on looks and take a pair of hiking shoes that are waterproof. Wet feet are no fun.

 

These are great:

 

http://m.rei.com/product/824845/keen-targhee-ii-hiking-shoes-womens

 

Take a second pair of shoes for dressier needs. Embrace comfort.

[Liz CA]

Birkenstocks. Most of them come in a choice of width. I find these very comfortable:

 

http://www.shoebuy.com/birkenstock-london-leather/256472

 

OR

 

http://www.amazon.com/Birkenstock-Womens-London-Slip-On-Leather/dp/B003IT6JBO/ref=sr_1_22?s=shoes&ie=UTF8&qid=1392655583&sr=1-22&keywords=birkenstocks

 

You will have to compromise on looks a little. These are water resistant but if you are hiking in the soggy hills, you will need boots.

[Entropymama]

All I can see is "I'm going to Iceland". YAY!! How exciting!

[J-rap]

I love my Ecco shoes.  I wear them everywhere.  I have a black sporty loafer, and also a black nice tennis-shoe style with laces.  The loafers are cute enough wear with a skirt.  I don't see that exact model right now, but they have several others.  They are the most comfortable "nice" walking shoes I've ever owned.

 

 

[Mrs Mungo]

I have some shoes similar to this, and they are extremely comfortable, even when standing/walking a lot:

 

http://m.zappos.com/dansko-pro-xp-professional-chestnut-vine-leather

 

I could not wear something like Birkenstocks nowadays, not enough support.

 

If you want a hiking shoe, I like these (I own this hiking shoe, and it has served me well on backpacking trips):

http://m.zappos.com/salomon-xa-pro-3d-ultra-2-cs-wp-grey-denim

 

I like sandals from Clark's. They are about the only sandal I can wear on an outing without my feet hurting. They have quote a few that are versatile enough to wear with pants, shorts or a skirt:

http://m.zappos.com/women-clarks-sandal

[Cafdog]

I just bought these shoes for walking around Disneyland.  http://www.zappos.com/naot-footwear-kirei-black-madras-leather-shiny-black-leather-black-patent

 

Spendy, but soooo comfy!  I have terrible feet - wide toe box, narrow heels, hammertoes, and prone to blisters.  I wish there was such a thing as feet transplants.   I've reached the point in my life where I am willing to pay more for shoes that don't hurt.  

[FaithManor]

I just bought these shoes for walking around Disneyland.  http://www.zappos.com/naot-footwear-kirei-black-madras-leather-shiny-black-leather-black-patent

 

Spendy, but soooo comfy!  I have terrible feet - wide toe box, narrow heels, hammertoes, and prone to blisters.  I wish there was such a thing as feet transplants.   I've reached the point in my life where I am willing to pay more for shoes that don't hurt.  

Did these run true to size for you? I think this brand is UK and has a different sizing system.

[plansrme]

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