Sandals With Arch Support: 9 Picks for Sure Comfort All Summer Long
Kirsten Borrink
April 8, 2026
I’ve been watching the evolution of Fitflop mary janes over the years and I believe they’ve perfected their craft in Read Full Review →
👟 Quick Picks: Stylish Relief for Every Occasion Short on time? These are my top picks for hallux rigidus—big toe-protective, Read Full Review →
Do you refer to your foot shape as duck-like? Do you walk right out of ballet flats, loafers and other Read Full Review →
It’s 2026 and Mary Janes are back in a big way! But which ones won’t cramp the toes or leave Read Full Review →
My personal favorite comfortable loafers are the bestselling Vionic Uptown. If you’ve followed Barking Dog Shoes for any length of Read Full Review →
Whether you wear them with your robe in the morning, as a respite for tired feet in the evening, or Read Full Review →
Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis as a middle school teacher in my late 20s, the pain in my feet became unbearable Read Full Review →
Do you refer to your foot shape as duck-like? Do you walk right out of ballet flats, loafers and other Read Full Review →
Plantar fasciitis can turn even the shortest walk into a painful experience. And while there’s no single “perfect shoe” for Read Full Review →
Kirsten reviews and recommends the best footwear for women with various foot issues. Diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 1997, she understands how the right pair of shoes can contribute to overall well being. When she’s not testing shoes, you’ll find her walking her Wheaten Terrier pup, Max. Her other hobbies include bird-watching, Zumba, Spanish language and culture, travel and spending time with her husband, Chris and two young adult sons, Andrew and Josh.
Once a month I send out a digest of recent and updated articles along with special deals I’ve found on comfy, stylish footwear.
Kirsten Borrink | May 4, 2024
For under $60, you get a real leather or suede loafer with room for toes, good heel fit and cushioned removable insole. Shop here.
Kirsten Borrink | January 8, 2026
A chic walking shoe with orthotic support for travel, sightseeing, shopping…
Kirsten Borrink | April 10, 2025
I’ve been wearing these to Zumba for a few weeks now and my feet and ankles are thanking me. Low profile for Hoka, but supportive and can handle the pivots without sticking!
Kirsten Borrink | March 11, 2025
I don’t know what I’ll do when summer comes, because these are my favorite winter hikers for my bad, bad RA feet. Room for toes, awesome arch and ankle support, firm sole for hallux rigidus and good grip. I LOVE THEM.
Kirsten Borrink | April 18, 2025
I’m now at the age where I could be a mother of the groom – although there are no upcoming nuptials in our family…yet. But it got me thinking – what shoes could I possibly wear that would pass for somewhat elegant while preventing pinched toes and a twisted ankle? I like to think that I have an expert eye for wedding-appropriate footwear that could work in this particular setting: lower block heels, adjustable straps and cushioned footbeds. See seven comfortable mother of the bride shoes and leave your own suggestions in the comments
