This pair of minimalist sneakers ticks many boxes for a comfy shoe, based on the advice Dr. Daniel Geller, DPM, Chief Medical Officer at Kane Footwear. “First, a toe box [that is] too narrow can create blisters, chafing, and pain,” he says. “Hammertoes, nerve impingement, and metatarsalgia, too, can be a consequence. To avoid this, consider a wider toe box.” This pair of low-key, comfy kicks have that wide toe box as well as laces for a perfect fit and a slip-resistant rubber outsole.

• Available colors: 3
• Available sizes: 6 Wide — 11 Wide

With a wide toe box and sizing that includes wide sizes, these wide-width sneakers offer plenty of room for your toes, even of you have feet that demand extra space. They are easy to lace, too, with a cinching system that’s fast and secure. The breathable, mesh upper keeps your feet cool and the grippy outsole gives plenty of traction.

• Available colors: 6
• Available sizes: 5.5-6.5 Wide — 11.5-12 Wide

This cute pair of slip-on flats is designed with a wide toe box so you don’t have to sacrifice fashion to wiggle your toes. This sporty pair also babies your heel bone and Achilles tendon with a cushiony collar while a stretchy upper makes for supreme comfort and a minimalist sole — with lots of nubby traction — keeps you connected to the ground.

• Available colors: 4
• Available sizes: 6 Wide — 12 Wide

"You don’t have to forego fashion to prevent injury,” says Dr. Geller. “Many shoe brands now offer material that provide(s) extra room and even stretch a little to accommodate [your feet]." This canvas slip-on is a stylish skate style with shredded seams and great color choices. It also has a wide toe box, stretchy bands across the top to keep the shoe on and comfy, and it comes in terrific colors.

• Available colors: 10
• Available sizes: 6.5 Wide — 11 Wide

When shopping for heels, “consider a platform to offset the heel height,” suggests Dr. Geller. A platform style doesn’t reshape your foot — the way a heel does — or force you to balance on a small surface. “A platform will also create some extra stability in the forefoot.” This stylish platform sandal also has a stretchy upper for comfort and is an easy, slip-on style.

• Available colors: 2
• Available sizes: 6 — 11

For significant lift paired with walking comfort and a minimalist, modern look, choose this pair of platform slides. The lightweight platform sole has only a slight incline. The breathable footbed and stretchy fabric upper are comfortable to wear for long stretches of time. And the colors go with everything in your wardrobe.

• Available colors: 6
• Available sizes: 5 — 11

“Heel height is always a source of contention with women's heels,” explains Dr. Geller. “Too high and you risk injury and stress to the bones and joints of the foot, and too low you risk losing the desired effect. Consider a mid-range heel. Three inches is a nice compromise.” This trendy pair of strappy low heels is easy walking at slightly more than 1.5 inches. And the ankle strap means no slipping around.

• Available colors: 8
• Available sizes: 5 — 11

This pair of chunky Mary Janes is a fun date-night option that boosts your look and takes good care of your feet at the same time. There is nothing wrong with looking good when you run for a bus or haul a day pack through town all day, either. The lug, platform sole measures 2.6 inches, much of which is offset by the platform, and grips the ground while that adorable strap keeps these firmly on your feet.

• Available colors: 4
• Available sizes: 6 — 11

A shoe made from a “softer material will certainly prevent friction and skin chafing around the foot,” says Dr. Geller. These chunky heels are so soft and stretchy that you will wonder if they were woven from your favorite leggings. The low, 1.77-inch heel gives you the fashion boost you need with a skirt or suit without being precarious.

• Available colors: 5
• Available sizes: 5 — 12 (also available in wide sizes)

There is one important measure, when it comes to shoes, that cannot be understated. “Make sure it fits,” says Dr. Geller. This pair of lightweight penny loafers comes in half sizes and wide options to help you find the perfect fit for your feet. The supportive memory foam insole feels like walking on a cloud while a grippy sole keeps your feet on the ground. They also have a great size guide that can help you determine how they’ll fit, and the faux suede material will stretch a bit with wear.

• Available colors: 14
• Available sizes: 5.5 — 15 (also available in wide sizes)

Everyone’s feet are different, which means that choosing a shoe is personal. “Without adequate support for the plethora of foot types,” says Dr. Geller, “our feet will succumb to overuse, stress, and injury.” This Madison sneaker — with stretchy side panels for a custom fit, a soft canvas and faux leather upper, a padded collar, and a light but cushioned sole — does a great job of accommodating many different foot types.

• Available colors: 28
• Available sizes: 5 — 11 (also available in wide sizes)

Don’t forget to protect your heels from the hard ground. “Heel support consists of proper cushioning,” says Dr. Geller. These leather walking shoes have it, even though they are lightweight. The removable footbeds make it easy to pop in your own orthotics and there is plenty of buffer between your heel and the pavement as well as a soft, squishy collar to protect your upper heel.

• Available colors: 47
• Available sizes: 5 — 12 Wide (also available in narrow and wide sizes)

If you seek a pair of heels that won’t hurt, this pair of Mary Jane heels with arch support is the solution. “Arch support prevents the flattening of the longitudinal arch and the inward roll at the ankle otherwise known as pronation,” says Dr. Geller. These also have a thickened memory foam and latex sole under the ball of your feet so the heel doesn’t feel as high as it looks. The heel height also comes in at 2.7 inches, just under Dr. Geller’s recommendation.

• Available colors: 6
• Available sizes: 6 — 11

The arch support in this Nina loafer is superb and will protect you from pronation. It is also a walkable slip-on that will fall easily into your daily rotation as you slide your feet into them on the way out the door. The soft, padded collar protects your heel from rubbing and the rounded toe creates a roomy toe box.

• Available colors: 3
• Available sizes: 5 — 12 Wide (also available in wide sizes)

“Lace-up boots provide a more tailored fit,” says Dr. Geller, which is a good excuse to indulge in this pair of lace-up combat boots. The chunky sole, rounded shape, and side zipper make for a boot that is easy to get on and off, is all-day comfortable, and makes the perfect urban fashion statement.

• Available colors: 3
• Available sizes: 5 — 11

This pair of lace-up low-heel booties create a snug fit and adds to your height with a stable, 2.75-inch wedge heel. The padded insole and ankle height make this pair perfect with pants or a dress and the many color options let you create precisely the look you want.

• Available colors: 8
• Available sizes: 5 — 12

Embrace an outdoorsy, cold-weather look in this hiking-style boot with a fold-down, fuzzy liner and a sweater ankle trim. They lace for a perfect fit. The textured sole offers plenty of traction. And the cushioned insole softens the impact as your feet hit the ground.

• Available colors: 9
• Available sizes: 6 — 11 Wide (also available in wide sizes)

“[Look for a] rubber outsole for superior traction,” says Dr. Geller. You don’t have to look further than this running shoe from New Balance. The rubber outsole is paired with a precision-engineered foam midsole for a soft landing and excellent grip as you run or walk. And the mesh upper keeps your feet cool. That they are super slick-looking is just gravy.

• Available colors: 31
• Available sizes: 5 — 12 Wide (also available in wide sizes)

If you prefer a pull-on style, grab the DynaSoft Nergize Sport V2 from New Balance. This cross trainer makes getting out the door easy and the rubber sole paired with that DynaSoft midsole keeps you moving all day. The lack of seams makes for a sleek fit that turns into a blur as you fly through your day. Choose the color that expresses you and get moving.

• Available colors: 21
• Available sizes: 5 — 12 Wide (also available in wide sizes)

When you are looking for a shoe that will conform to your feet until it fits like a glove, choose leather. “Natural leather is soft and accommodative,” says Dr. Geller. This classic leather sneaker from Reebok is iconic because people have loved how this show fits — and looks — for decades. The leather upper is paired with a gum midsole. It obviously works.

• Available colors: 134
• Available sizes: 3.5 — 19.5

Step into this leather loafer flat and walk as far as you want. The high-traction sole is built for walking and the leather upper will quickly warm and conform to the shape of your feet. The side zipper makes them easy to get on and off. Best of all, though, they are stylish enough to wear to work but also so functional, you could take the dog for a hike in them.

• Available colors: 2
• Available sizes: 5 — 12 Wide (also available in narrow, wide, and extra-wide sizes)

When it comes to brands, Dr. Geller likes Skechers. “The Go Max Walker and Go Run models are full of amazing control and shock absorption,” he says. This Sensation Day Sneaker, for example, sports a light, responsive super cushioned sole paired with an air-cooled insole. The upper is super soft and conforms to your foot for a near-custom fit.

• Available colors: 6
• Available sizes: 5 — 13 Wide (also available in wide sizes)

This sneaker from Sketchers is a sporty little number that breathes and has a fabric liner to keep your feet cool and happy. You will bounce along on the Ultra Go cushioning while flashing chic pops of color and slick styling. Those color accents run the gamut from neon to subtle so there is sure to be a pair for you.

• Available colors: 17
• Available sizes: 5 — 15 (also available in wide sizes)

Prefer your walking show in a low-key minimalist style? The Summits Sneaker is that shoe. But it’s also loaded with comfort: a memory foam insole, a mesh knit upper that laces with a quick tug of the bungee, and a shock-absorbing midsole. There are so many color options you will be spoiled for choice.

• Available colors: 49
• Available sizes: 5 — 16 (also available in wide sizes)

The detail on this Bobs B Cute shoe is where the beauty is: The mandalas on the sole, the shredded seams, the memory foam insole, and the 100% vegan materials. The fact that every purchase helps an animal in need makes it easy to say yes but it does not hurt that the canvas uppers come in so many must-have colors.

• Available colors: 29
• Available sizes: 5 — 11 Wide (also available in wide sizes)

If comfort is your main goal in a walking shoe — and why would it be anything else? — this Paradise sneaker is for you. With a wide toe box, a light and responsive midsole with loads of cushion, an insole that supports your feet while allowing them to breathe, and mesh upper, this is bliss on your feet.

• Available colors: 4
• Available sizes: 5 — 13 Wide (also available in wide sizes)

If you like to kick off your shoes STAT, maybe you are wearing the wrong shoes. Dr. Geller recommends you look for a shoe with ”some extra room in the forefoot to encourage some toe wiggling.” These barefoot sneakers have a wide toe box so you have room. They are also so minimal — a slim rubber sole and a canvas upper — you might forget they are there.

• Available colors: 7
• Available sizes: 5.5 — 10.5

Dr. Geller recommends you look for a shoe with “a firm outsole for durability and just enough flexibility to feel responsive.” The VERSABLAST 2 running shoes from ASICS feature a breathable mesh upper, a flexible and responsive midsole, and they have a convenient heel tab to help you get them on quickly. Choose from eight different colors.

• Available colors: 8
• Available sizes: 6 — 11

Geller recommends Puma’s RS line of shoes, because they “provide a neutral fit, moderate cushion, and stable rubber outsole,” says Dr. Geller. These Puma RS-Curve sneakers have a lightweight, cushioned midsole, a durable rubber outsole, and a mesh upper that breathes.

• Available colors: 1
• Available sizes: 6 — 10

“The C9 Champion Women's Motivate sneaker is a stylish athletic shoe with a memory foam sock for comfort and moderate cushioning for protection,” says Dr. Geller. “The outer material is mesh which provides nice breathability.” The low-key shape and neutral color will also blend beautifully with your wardrobe and personal style.

• Available colors: 1
• Available sizes: 9 — 10

“ALLSWIFIT makes walking shoes, tennis shoes, and lightweight gym shoes,” says Dr. Geller. “The foam insoles create a soft, plush feel.” These slip-on walking shoes are a perfect example of ALLSWIFIT’s affordable yet functional and comfortable shoe technology. The midsole is soft, elastic, and durable while the mesh upper is light, breathable, and stylish.

• Available colors: 4
• Available sizes: 6.5 — 11

These light — in style and color as well as weight — walking shoes are a welcome walking solution. “The skin-friendly Lycra allows the foot to feel comfy while walking,” says Dr. Geller. Pull them on and walk out the door, whatever the weather, and you will be stylish in those covet-worthy shades and comfortable on that plush insole.

• Available colors: 3
• Available sizes: 6 — 11

Dr. Geller advises you look for “breathable materials to prevent sweating and friction.” This pair of walking shoes is a great example. The springy shock-absorbing sole is topped with a lightweight and breathable mesh upper to create a shoe so light your walking speed and tennis game will improve.

• Available colors: 3
• Available sizes: 6 — 11

Many of ALLSWIFIT’s most popular shoes fall under their DREAM PAIRS brand, and these chunky fashion sneakers are just such a pair. With a bit of retro Y2K styling, some seriously flash colors, and a rubber outsole that provides excellent traction, they will help you look good wherever you wear them.

• Available colors: 6
• Available sizes: 6 — 11

Embrace the retro style of this pair of platform walking sneakers while adding some height to your silhouette and keeping your feet happy. The mesh fabric, rubber outsole, and cushy foam insole are comfortable and will prevent foot pain and injury while the faux suede and contrast coloring scream are super on-trend.

• Available colors: 5
• Available sizes: 6 — 11