Comfy shoes for when you're on your feet all day

9 comfy pairs of shoes for when you're on your feet all day

We've found nine of the comfiest pairs of shoes you can wear if you don't want to be in agony by the end of the day.

By Laura Martin | Last updated Apr 10, 2024

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One of the questions most frequently asked by Mumsnetters on our message boards is where to find the comfiest shoes for when you're on your feet all day, and the hive-mind always has tons of great recommendations. From Skechers to Ecco, Clarks and FitFlop - it's clear there are certain brands our users go to again and again for comfortable footwear.

Ever at your service, we decided to do our Mumsnet duty and round up the most popular comfy shoes in one handy article to save you time trawling our Style and beauty Talk board.

1. These Slip In Skechers are a firm favourite with Mumsnetters who rave about how comfortable they are.

They are so easy to get on and off - total game changer.

CocteauTwin

Skechers Slip Ins, from £60

Skechers
www.pavers.com

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2. Next up we have these classics from Ecco, beloved of medical workers who swear by them for long shifts.

Ecco Soft 2.0 Full Grain Leather Women's Trainers

When I worked in a shoe shop, these were the shoes that all the nurses came in to buy - apparently very comfy for being on your feet all day.

rbe78

Ecco Soft 2.0 Full Grain Leather Women's Trainers

Ecco
www.legendfootwear.co.uk

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3. Clarks Funny Dream Shoes have loads of fans among Mumsnetters who buy them time and time again.

Clarks Funny Dream lace-ups if you want something a bit retro/quirky... So comfortable

timtam23

Clarks Funny Dream Shoes, from £56

Clarks
www.clarks.com

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4. We love these cute Hotter pumps which are the perfect combo of colour and comfortable.

So comfy and durable. Our DD used to have problems with pain in her feet but not now she wears these.

24Dogcuddler

Robyn II Wide Fit Leather Ballet Pumps, £69

Hotter
www.marksandspencer.com

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5. These lovely lace-ups by FitFlop will keep you moving for miles without any discomfort.

I get quite a few compliments on them. Cured my plantar fasciitis.

Trickedbyadoughnut

FitFlop Leather Flatform Lace-Up Derbies, £94

FitFlop
www.fitflop.com

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6. You need these fancy loafers from M&S in your life if you want on-trend comfort.

They are very comfortable, quite cushioned.

midsomermurderess

M&S Chunky Flatform Loafers, £40

M&S
www.marksandspencer.com

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7. Behold these magnificent flats from experts Vivaia (yes, the brand you've seen everywhere on social media recently).

I have nightmare feet, but walked about 10 miles in them on one one day last week with no problems at all. Plus, they are washable.

Fozzleyplum

Vivaia Square-Toe V-Cut Flats, £79

Vivaia
www.vivaia.com

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8. These Gabor pumps have a low wedge for a bit of extra height but are still comfy AF.

They are very comfortable and although not really cheap, they will last

PositanoBay

Gabor Petunia Womens Accent Low Heeled Pumps, £75

Gabor
www.charlesclinkard.co.uk

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9. And finally, let us introduce the FitFlop Allegro, with clever crush-backs that can be worn up or down to suit your personal style.

I have these for work. Honestly the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned, I feel like I'm wearing slippers. Absolutely love them.

TitaniasAss

FitFlop Allegro Crush-Back Leather Loafers

FitFlop
www.fitflop.com

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About the author

Laura Martin is an online copywriter and editor with over 15 years of experience producing engaging, tailored content including our very own Money Saver, Swears by and other Mumsnet newsletters. Her goal? To save our users time and money with the best deals, discounts and hottest sales alongside the recommended products that are shared on our Talk boards.

Beyond your inbox, she's a permanently exhausted single mum to two children and a small, bossy dog and her main passion is good mental health.

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