10 Comfortable, Stylish Women’s Loafers for Bad Feet
My personal favorite comfortable loafers are the bestselling Vionic Uptown. If you’ve followed Barking Dog Shoes for any length of time, you know I have rheumatoid arthritis and bad feet, so I do understand what makes a comfortable, supportive loafer. I’ll start this list with my video review of the Vionic Uptown (I’ve had them over a year and they’re still going strong), followed by nine more bestselling women’s loafers with high reviews for style and comfort. Feel free to share your recommendations in the comment section. Oh, and a little hint: if loafers tend to give you heel blisters while you break them in, try this nifty little product that I saw mentions on Reddit: Compeed Anti-blister stick!
Over 6000 reviews on the Vionic website with an average 4.6/5 stars for comfort, fit and style. I love my Vionic Uptowns for the enhanced arch support, soft suede uppers that don’t pinch bunions or tailor’s bunions. They go with all my casual outfits from jeans to trousers to skirts. They’re available in so many pretty colors: neutrals, patterns, deep jewel tones and color block.
• Sizes: 5-13 • Widths: M & W • Price: $89-145 from Vionic Shoes, Zappos, Amazon & Nordstrom • Find a deal on eBay
“If you’re tired of stiff shoes that need to be broken in, you need these loafers.” Nordstrom customer review
I’m all for structured shoes when it comes to arch support, but sometimes my achey arthritic toes crave forgiving, baby-soft leathers. You too? The Gentle Souls Sophie features a square toe box, elasticized heel for a snug fit, hidden 1″ wedge heel, multi-layer PORON®-cushioned insole with moderate arch support and the softest of leather and suede uppers.
• Sizes: 5-11 • Width: M • Price: $142-189 from Nordstrom & Amazon
“Attractive, comfortable – even in the toe box – and surprisingly lightweight. The navy is true, dark and luxe. I’m not normally a tassel fan but this shoe won me over!” – Nordstrom customer
Affordable, classy and comfortable, the Franco Sarto Carolynn Low loafer dresses up your workaday wardrobe–without the ubiquitous chunky lug-sole (it’s not for everyone). The synthetic leather uppers make the shoe budget-friendly. This modern loafer features a lightly cushioned insole with minimal arch support, rounded toe and 1.25″ heel.
• Sizes: 5-11 • Widths: M & W • Price: $66-110 from Franco Sarto, Amazon, Nordstrom (find a deep discounted deal at Nordstrom Rack)
“Not only is this shoe stylish, it is also a dream to wear as a teacher. At the end of a long day, my feet are not hurting.” Taos Footwear customer
Taos Footwear has done it again ; cleverly sneaking in as much support as possible in a sleek loafer. Featuring premium leather uppers and their Curves & Pods® removable footbed with arch and metatarsal support, the Gabby lifts the heels just slightly off the ground coming in around 3/4″.
• Sizes: 6-11 • Width: M • Price: $170 from Taos Footwear, Zappos & Amazon
A timeless quality-made square toe loafer with soft leather uppers and a nicely cushioned footbed. The Cole Haan Lana Lux Remastered receives positive feedback for its good fit and feel.
• Sizes: 5-11 • Widths: M & W • Price: $99-180 from Zappos, Amazon & Nordstrom
“Best work shoes ever. No more hip/pelvis/foot pain after being on my feet all day, these shoes really do make a difference.” – Kay, Fitflop customer
Fitflop does it again. The iQ-Comff tassel loafer features extra cushioning at the heel and ball of foot, good arch support and a lightweight shock-absorbing outsole.
• Sizes: 5-11 • Width: M (runs slightly wide) • Price: $130 from Fitflop
The tassel version is selling quickly, there are more size available in the Fitflop iQ-Comff loafers without the tassel.
Chocolate brown is trending this fall and here’s a lovely pair of comfortable loafers in that exact hue by Born. The Maris loafer features a ruched moc-toe design with a cushioned footbed with extra arch support (not as enhanced as Vionic, but more than typical loafers). A high-traction rubber outsole is appreciated when most loafers aren’t known for their slip-resistance.
• Sizes: 6-11 • Width: M • Price: $99-110 from Nordstrom – this is a new style so I’ve only found it at Nordstrom and they have some colors mistakenly listed as men’s but I assure you they’re womens!
“This classic style comfortable and not boxy; the tapered toe gives it a slimmer look.” – Easy Spirit customer Wendy
Do you prefer a loafer with a tapered toe? How about one that comes in extended sizes and widths? And a removable footbed that accommodates orthotics? Then try a pair of Easy Spirit’s eFlex loafers with a removable cushioned footbed with arch support and flexible outsole.
• Sizes: 5-12 (reviews mention they run long)• Widths: N, M & W • Price: $77-109 from Easy Spirit, Zappos, Nordstrom & Amazon
9. Clarks Westlynn Bella
I refer to this fabulous Clarks shoe as a Goldilocks loafer (it’s just right)–check out my review here. It’s not too pricey, but certainly not cheaply made; the arch support isn’t too aggressive, but also not flat; the lug sole isn’t too chunky, but not thin and flimsy…you get the idea. Apparently I’m not the only one that thinks the Westlynn Bella is the bees knees–Clarks customers award this sweet loafer 4.7 stars out of 5!
• Sizes: 5-12 • Widths: M & W • Price: $50-95 from Clarks, Macy’s, Amazon & Zappos
Do you have slightly narrow, low volume foot? These comfortable loafers by Dr. Scholl’s Shoes may be your answer. Most customer reviews state that the Calm Down loafer fits a narrow to medium foot width best and runs just a little short, but the comfort technology is spot on for the price.
• Sizes: 6-11 • Width: M (runs narrow and low) • Price: $63-70 from Amazon, Dr. Scholl’s Shoes & Zappos
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