I’ll admit it. After living with rheumatoid arthritis since 1997, my toes are wrecked–crooked, curved and jacked up. Most days I don’t feel self-conscious about them–I just polish up the piggies and move on with life in my favorite summery sandals, but a great pair of closed-toe sandals can save the day when my toes aren’t up for a public viewing. The following six closed-toe sandals will cover your forefoot modestly while providing support for all-day comfort.
“I was really surprised and pleased how well these shoes fit me. On my left foot I have a bunion and a hammertoe that has crossed. I need a high toe box or a wide toe box, although I do wear a size B or medium shoe. These fit perfectly! Plenty of room so my bunions and toes are not smashed or in pain.” – Zappos customer
The Dansko Rowan is a great option for medium to wide high volume feet with its generous toe box and adjustable instep strap. The arch support is moderate (not as high as original Dansko clogs).
• Sizes: 36-42 (5.5-11.5) • Widths: M & W • Price: $80-140 from Dansko, Zappos & Amazon
“As a Podiatrist, Bared Footwear are my number one recommended footwear brand. I love referring my patients to Bared as they have amazing, orthotic friendly shoes, that never compromise on quality or style. Bared have an amazing customer service team that have great footwear knowledge, and take the time to get the shoe fit and function just right! I can be rest assured when referring patients, wether their foot be wide or narrow, big or small, they will find an amazing shoe.” Podiatrist Carissa Nicholson (from Bared Footwear’s “Reviewed by the Experts” page
Dare I call Bared Footwear orthopedic when it looks so lux? Podiatrist-designed with biomechanical footbeds, extra depth and firm heel counters, Bared Footwear is as beautiful as it is supportive. The Bittern closed-toe fisherman sandal is a perfect example.
• Sizes: 34-43 (4-12) • Width: M • Price: $289 from Bared Footwear
“Love these sandals! They tick all the boxes for me- closed toe, comfy for walking, easy on and off, slightly dressy to wear with summer dresses.” – Earth customer
An affordable, cute, budget-friendly, all-leather closed toe sandal–that’s the Earth Berri. The insole is cushioned and wrapped in soft microfiber. Elastic stretch loops provide a good fit.
• Sizes: 5-12 • Widths: M & W • Price: $49-79 from Earth Shoes & Amazon
“They are very comfortable. I have hammertoes, and the toe box is roomy and works. Naot is my go to brand for stylish and comfortable shoes.” – Naot customer
The quality-made Naot Arataki earns the APMA Seal of Acceptance: This seal indicates that a product has been reviewed by a committee of APMA podiatrists and is found to promote good foot health. Featuring a removable cork and latex footbed with a one-inch sole, the Arataki supports the arches and is also orthotic-friendly.
• Sizes: 35-43 (4-12) • Width: M • Price: $194 from Naot, Zappos & Nordstrom
I forgot about this brand! But the shoes they’re putting out recently are gorgeous. The Jambu Margo closed-toe sandal is no exception. The wide toe box, contoured footbed with arch support and 1.5″ heel with hook and loop closure make it an easy-to-wear style.
• Sizes: 6-11 •Width: M • Price: $125 from Nordstrom & Macy’s
“I am so pleased with these sandals! I have horrible feet and surgery made them worse: hammertoes and bunions to both feet. I first wore these to an outdoor wedding and for the first time in decades I felt like I was wearing fashionable shoes!” – Skechers customer
The Skechers Desert Kiss closed toe sandal features a woven canvas upper, memory foam footbed, elastic gore instep strap and a one-inch heel.
• Sizes: 5-11 • Width: M • Price: $47-60 from Skechers, Amazon and Zappos
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