Best flats for women according to redditors

Let me regale you with a tale called The Foldable Flat Fiasco!

I spent NYE in Las Vegas, and knowing that I would be doing a lot of walking in heels, I decided to shop around for some foldable flats while I was visiting my boyfriend's family in the Northeast. I would have ordered them online, but we were leaving in the next two days and I didn't think to buy these far enough in advance. Bad planning. Oh well. No problem, right? I can go find some in a store, right? Easy enough! I can deal with post-Christmas shopping madness to quickly pick these up, right?

Macy's

My first stop was at the shoe department. I assume that they wouldn't have them there, since they weren't quite display-worthy, but that they would know where I could find them. Assistant #1 directs me down to lingerie. Fine. I go down to lingerie and scour the racks and racks and racks, and find only (surprise) lingerie, comfy pjs, and all types of undapants. I pick up some spanx tights while I'm there, and head up to the accessories section. Nothing. I try the purse section (because they go in your purse, right?). Nothing. I pull up the Macy's website and see multiple foldable flat options, just to make sure they had them. I go back to the shoe department, where Assistant #2 tells me that Macy's doesn't sell them in-store. Great. So I go home, wait another day, then I head to...

Wal-Mart

Surely Wal-Mart will have them, I think to myself. It's Wal-Mart. Their website has them. They have to be in store.

I asked some assistants for help, and they look at me like I asked if they sold iguanas. They are not in store.

Well, that's fine. I don't like Wal-Mart's aesthetic anyway. Let's go to their cooler older sister.

Target

The assistants look at me like I asked if they sold gold iguanas. That's cool, Target, I don't need the extra Starbucks calories anyway.

At this point, I am getting frustrated. This isn't a quality item. It's cheap, and meant to be cheap, but I can't let them go. It's becoming my white whale.

Famous Footwear

They haven't seen these in stores for years, but they cheerfully tell me that they're having a 50% off sale. That's nice, but those shoes look like quality items that I'd wear on my feet, and not things that I shove in my purse in compact form. Who needs that other crap?

Kohl's

The assistants had never even heard of foldable flats. How could they not? They were very much a real thing in my mind, though I'm starting to wonder if I'm having hallucinations.

I forgot to mention that my boyfriend has been with me this entire time. We can both be amazingly stubborn about things, so this has become his white whale, too. We sit in the car while he pulls up websites of stores around us. He suggests Party City. "They have a bridal section," he says. "Lots of bachelorette party supplies."

Party City

Swing and a miss. Good effort, boyfriend. Way to think outside the box.

However, I've hit my wall. "I'll just wait to buy them in Vegas," I say. "They MUST be easy to come by there!"

Las Vegas, Nevada

They are! How wonderful! We're picking up snacks in Walgreen's and I see them by the front. I pick up a box and strike a victory pose. I buy them, the cashier asks if I want the receipt, I say "no" because I'm a cocky sonofagun, and we go back to the hotel. Finally, I think to myself. These better be the most useful purse shoes in the entire world. I better feel like kittens are lightly massaging my feet.

The box only had one shoe. It was too big. I throw it out and keep the pouch.

Moral of the story: there is no moral. This was utterly demoralizing. But I had fun typing it out, which I guess is all that matters.

I have a few tricks.. I can wear mine about 4 hours if I'm walking a lot or so far I've been good with 8 hours at school doing a mix of walking/sitting in lecture.

Warning though: wearing heels like this can mess up the positioning of your uterus, and can cause knee and foot damage.

Now onto making your legs look good :D

• wear a shoe with a wedge heel - this is my number one tip for long days. something like this?
  
• I buy steppies for the heels that hurt the balls of my feet - not all of them but if I notice it's an issue. Also recently I've just started using the same pair for all my heels and transferring them. On amazon and walmart so you can see the packaging.
  
• shoes with an ankle strap and or peep-toes often hurt less for me but I can't explain that one
  
• buy shoes with a built-in platform - just like the ones you showed there - it decreases the actual angle of your foot but still makes your legs look really long. I just bought these ones :D - so comfy and easy to wear love
  
• If it feels tight on your toes in the store it's bad news bears. I've made this mistake so many times and it just isn't worth the pain. You'll find new fab shoes. Same with if they slip even a little bit.
  
• I got this tip from Victoria Beckham: to learn how to walk in heels better, pack a pair of flip flops and go shopping. Walk up and down every isle with a cart (for balance just in case) - but it gives you about 30 mins in new shoes on tile or linoleum which is the worst so you can learn with something to grab on to.
  
• personally I hate thick heels but if they jive with your style they're much better for long days. I found better ones at saks but that tab isn't open atm so you get aldo as an example.
  
• Beige shoes and shoes with a pointy toe (beige pointy toed pumps for double points!) make your legs look really long so you can get away with a shorter heel. These are more white but I quite like them...
  
  This is all I can think of off the top of my head but have fun and build up. Pack comfy shoes and change when you need to. Actually, dr. scholls just produced like packable flats (Fast Flats they come in a cute gold bag to toss in a purse).. Over time you'll notice that you are able to walk further and longer in heels - I don't wear them in transit - I wear comfy shoes and change around the corner before I arrive at where I'm going most of the time..
  
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Franco Sarto!

The Claire Dexflex Scrunch flats. Also sold at Payless. You can't kill them. They don't die. I wear them basically from the time the winter boots come off and I can get away with not wearing socks, until the next winter boots season. One pair usually lasts me two summers of almost non-stop wear. They're cheap, comfortable, and they do not die.

• Take an Uber or Lyft to Total Wine and grab a bottle of something (prices are awesome) and pre-game in your hotel room before heading out. Skip taking the flask anywhere. It's one less thing to carry around.
  
• Dress for the attention you want.
  
• Don't get separated from your friends.
  
• If you accept a drink from a guy, take it directly from the bartender (or pick up some GHB testing strips before you come out).
  
• Also, if you plan on wearing stripper heels, bring backup flats just in case because you don't want to walk around casinos barefoot.
  

These Franco Sarto D'Orsay look just like the Vince ones. I got them because I saw /u/tomlizzo (I think?) wearing them and I loved them. Unfortunately they are insanely uncomfortable right now, even though they're definitely the right size. I wonder what other people's experiences are with them- I've only had them a day so I might still be breaking them in.

ETA: I've been wearing them now for almost two full workdays and I would say they're getting comfier. The main issue is that the toebox is cut off right at the widest part of my foot and the leather needed to stretch. Still a bit sore but I think the leather is stretching out and they don't feel awful.

A good comfortable pair of flats is very worth it. You can consider it an investment for your professional life. These are comfortable as hell, coming from a woman who wears chuck taylor's every day:
http://www.amazon.com/Hush-Puppies-Womens-Chaste-Ballet/dp/B009OXV0SU
And added bonus they don't have any toe cleavage which grosses some people out.

Now to wander my apartment wearing socks with them to stretch them out a tiny bit!

I’ve been eying them up on Bhldn’s website and recently saw them 25% off on Amazon!

Badgley Mischka Women's Gigi Pointed Toe Flat

I carry a pair of these when I go out & they've managed fairly well on a dance floor and trudging through a couple city blocks after.

They're called Adele, Blue by Betsy Johnson

I actually got mine off of Amazon. If u are size 6-8 there's a great deal on them now for $29.70...

https://www.amazon.com/Betsey-Johnson-Womens-Sb-adele-Pointed/dp/B019D60I1C

I actually paid $50 bucks for my pair. Had I known they dropped in price I would have waited. Oh well!

Once FH is away from me, I'll go ahead and do a review ( :. My initial thoughts right now are that they are SUPER comfortable.

I own these in every color and love them so much: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00LETYOIK/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1519471324&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=jessica+simpson+ballet+flats&dpPl=1&dpID=41%2B7KOPodQL&ref=plSrch

I'm also a sucker for riding boots with no heels like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JJW2U12/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

I got these from Amazon and love them! Very comfortable and seem to be holding up very well.

I don't know if the trend will last, but I kind of thought the same thing, so I got a cheaper knockoff version for about $40. (originally found via someone on here, I forget who!)

They're decent quality, and I figure for a trendier style like that I don't need something that will last me for life. And if the trend is still going strong once these wear out maybe I'll throw down for a nicer pair. They do make my size 11 feet look pretty long but I still like how they look.

I do think that pointed toe flats in general are on an upswing and will last for several years.

Whoa, those are cool. I couldn't find other triple strap options, but if you search for 'monk strap shoes' or 'monk shoes' similar styles should come up.

ASOS black

Nine West $65 brown

Aldo $30 black

Cole Haan $120 brown

Someone else mentioned that about these pants the last time I wore them, and I definitely agree. I'll be getting the hemmed eventually, I just haven't gotten around to it yet.

As for the shoes, they're Nine West Toasties. I got mine on Amazon. They've definitely become a staple for me.

Do you know anyone in Canada who would send them to you if you shipped them to their address? https://www.amazon.ca/Betsey-Johnson-Womens-Sb-adele-Pointed/dp/B019D60I1C

Hush Puppies Chaste Ballet Flats are my favorite! They are comfy, versatile, and durable.

http://www.amazon.com/Hush-Puppies-Womens-Chaste-Ballet/dp/B009OXV0SU

I love those so much! I had good luck searching for glitter flats and sequin flats (and leaving the color out).

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  Most of these don't have the bow, so if you're intent on that, try searching for shoe clips on etsy!
  
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Check out Bamboo, Soda and Classified brands on Amazon. I picked these up a few months ago and ordered a backup pair because they've been amazing. They sell those brands elsewhere but Amazon is a good hub for all 3.

Oh, yes bring flats. Especially for the dance part of the wedding. You can buy collapsible flats that slip easily into a clutch if you don't want to carry/worry about another pair of shoes being somewhere. I bought these at a drugstore.

Absolutely. Yes, those for example. And those here are my winter emergency shoes at the moment. I just stick them in my pants and go running, I barely ever need them. Expensive minimalist running shoes are just a way to keep making money when people realize they should not put cushions under their heels while running.

I wouldn't try minimalist shoes ! Only if you run completely without shoes will you find the correct running style. The very first week I made that mistake and it was like a revelation when I shed the minimalist shoes as well. It's really hard to change your running style with minimalist shoes. Go completely barefoot and only take emergency slippers with you. You have to be able to roll them up though, the sole has to be very thin and very flexible. The more like socks the better.

Only do max 20 minutes really slowly. If you are not a forefoot runner your lower legs will be very strained.

Two month and no blisters anymore. For ever. ( well, you know what I mean).

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Thank you so much! I love the Betsey Johnson Lark ones - those are probably my 2nd choice right now (assuming I can't find the Kate Spade on eBay or somewhere secondhand :) )! I also really like these you listed and think they could probably work too :)

[These have pretty good reviews] (http://www.amazon.com/Chinese-Laundry-Womens-Easy-Does/dp/B00D2OO1TM/ref=pd_sim_309_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=31hdU%2BJPZJL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1DH3YDC660ZVX08YNMBY) and fall within your budget, but the black ones are suede. [These are similar] (http://www.amazon.com/Tommy-Hilfiger-Womens-Naree3-Shoe/dp/B00I0NK99Q/ref=pd_sim_309_3?ie=UTF8&dpID=31TxvGsWLAL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=1D5656MV5D9X2ZW4DFRN) and also fall within your budget...the black ones are normal leather. [These] (http://www.amazon.com/Franco-Sarto-Womens-Heath-skimmer/dp/B00LN6BTC8/ref=cts_sh_3_fbt) may be another option to consider if you're not a fan of the d'Orsay style.

Ooh. I have the pointy-toe version of this Soda flat! My pointy-toe has a memory foam base, but the gel base on the round one should be comparable.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LETYOIK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These are the ones I got, they fit in my coat pocket!
Shoes 18 Women's Foldable Portable Travel Ballet Flat Shoes w/ Matching Carrying Case (7/8, Black sh18-1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KO3GU0M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i2fBybD026692

How about fast flats, or something similar?

I like these and these too. So fun!

The Hush Puppies Chaste ballet flat. They have a padded footbed and rubber sole so they're comfortable for walking in but they still have a sleek profile.

I got these flats which are fairly comfortable! I am usually an 8 or 8.5 and the 8 fit perfectly.

These are mine

what about these ? I have to sense for that sort of thing but I've heard from some friends these are handy.

Is there a store you can stop to along the way - a dollar store to grab a cheap pair of flip flops (or slippers) or a drug store where you can pick something like these up?

Here's the Crocs version on Amazon.com.

These, these, these, these, these, these, these. These, these, and these which all remind me of my childhood days and adorable. Plus, these, and I don't even do pointy toed, but also these.

Non-mobile: this

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They're a little more expensive now but: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018FJQ9AW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Would something like this work?

Either:

Some type of to the knee dress. Either with a flowy skater hem or a more professional straight hem. If it's cold I'll wear tights and a cardi.

Colored chinos with a sweater or long sleeve shirt that pairs well color-wise (if I wear bright on bottom like coral, I wear a neutral top and vise-versa)

A pencil skirt and a button up. (This is usually for conferences)

On my feetsies I wear flats but as of late I've bought 3 pairs of Tom's that I rotate (black, grey, and red) along with my flat buckle up map shoesTom's are just straight up comfy and are great for standing all day long.

> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DU76CHK/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_U-vyub1FHH0T9

They're cute and cheap!!! Thank you so much!!

When I was a server, I got a pair of these Skechers bobs: Skechers Women's Bobs Plush Peace and Love Flat,Black,8.5 M US https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DU76CHK/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_U-vyub1FHH0T9

They were great because they have a black sole (not white) so in accordance with a servers all black footwear, were relatively cheap, and crazy comfortable with the soft canvas and the soles were plush memory foam.

Absolutely! They're Kate Spade Willas - I got the last pair of the rose gold / silver color way in the store in Chicago about 6 months ago so I'm not sure if you'd be able to find them in stores but maybe online somewhere, and they have lots of other colors! I need to break them in but I think they will be comfortable.

They're the Franco Sarto Hawk.