7 Wedding Guest Shoes That Are Comfortable Enough to Stand In for Hours
It feels like spring just started yesterday, but your summer calendar may already be filled with weddings. An outfit, sunscreen, and a party-ready attitude are obviously a must, but one other thing on your packing list? A pair of dress shoes you can actually dance in.
Whether you’re committed to wearing heels or prefer to rock flat sandals, you need wedding guest shoes that can get you through hours of standing, walking, and letting loose on the dance floor. Below are seven pairs that you won’t want to take off, according to shopper reviews.
- Naturalizer Banks Heel, $100 (Was $110)
- Born Inlet Sandal, $95
- Caslon Briana Platform Sandal, $50 (Was $70)
- Comfortiva Neima Heel, $85
- Birkenstock Daloa Ankle-Strap Sandal, $100
- Vionic Yasmin Suede Heel, $140
- Naturalizer Vivienne Ballet Flat, $55 (Was $80)
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Naturalizer Banks Heels
BUY IT, $100, (WAS $110)
Low but sophisticated, this asymmetrical design was built for versatility and comfort. And while pointed toes have a reputation for being pinchy, one Zappos reviewer assures that this pair of block heels felt “extremely comfortable” on their wide, blister-prone feet. Another shopper even said they were able to “dance all night” in these on the very first wear.
Born Inlet Sandal
BUY IT, $95
These sleek sling-back sandals prove flats can make a statement, especially considering that they come in summery colors like turquoise, yellow, and this soft pink in addition to basics like black and tan. Plus, with a fully cushioned footbed, one customer compared wearing these shoes to “walking on clouds,” and another called them “perfect from the first time [they] put them on.”
Caslon Briana Platform Sandal
BUY IT, $50, (WAS $70)
With two adjustable straps and a wide, cushioned sole, these platforms are “more comfortable than being barefoot,” per one shopper’s review. Available in black, beige, and tangerine, these shoes add a couple inches while keeping your foot secure. Plus, so many swear that they’re a magnet for compliments.
Comfortiva Neima Heel
BUY IT, $85
“When I find a dress shoe I can wear for several hours without wanting to tear them off, I consider myself fortunate. These shoes are definitely in that category,” wrote one customer. This classic-looking shoe features shock-absorbant cushioning, making it so much more comfortable than your average heel.
Birkenstock Daloa Ankle Strap Sandal
BUY IT, $100
Dress shoes and outdoor weddings don’t always pair well, especially when grassy surfaces are involved. The solution? A pair of cute sandals that can handle a little dirt. This strappy pair from Birkenstock has a contoured footbed and cushioned insole to keep your feet aligned and supported. According to one shopper, this particular style “has all the comfort and simplicity of Birks, without the frump factor.” Another customer agreed that they’re “comfy right out of the box.”
Vionic Yasmin Suede Heel
BUY IT, $140
Founded by podiatrists and approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), this brand makes ultra-comfy shoes with foot health in mind (a few pairs have even ended up on the Oprah’s Favorite Things annual list). With a deep, foot-aligning heel cup and adjustable straps to account for ankle swelling, the Yasmin Heel is no exception. “These shoes are a godsend,” raved one reviewer with chronic foot and knee discomfort, adding they could walk in these “with no pain.”
Naturalizer Vivienne Ballet Flat
BUY IT, $55 (WAS $79)
Classic ballet flats are a solid choice for any formal occasion, and these leather slippers will take you from ceremony to reception pain-free. Lightweight, joint-protective cushioning lines the footbed, while grippy soles keep you secure on the dance floor. “The cut is perfect and there’s even arch support, unlike many flats,” wrote one reviewer, adding that they were comfortable enough to “wear them all day.”
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Lace-free sneakers are nothing new, but one of Nike’s latest shoe designs takes ease of use to a whole new level. The brand recently announced the Nike Go FlyEase, a shoe you can put on and take off without using your hands at all. (Related: Nike Launched Its First Collection of Maternity Workout Clothes)
The Go FlyEase isn’t just a regular laces-free shoe that Nike is labeling as “hands-free” for spin. The shoe actually hinges open so you can slip your foot in, then you put weight into your heel to snap it shut. To take the shoe off, you place your opposite foot on a tab in the back and lift your heel to return the shoe to the open position. Thanks to a thick, rubber band-like tensioner that wraps around the shoe, the sneaker forms to your foot even though it can also rest in the open position. The whole process looks like it’s practically as easy as slipping on a pair of sliders. (Related: How Nike Is Bringing Sustainability to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics)
Like Nike’s existing FlyEase shoes, the Go FlyEase was designed with athletes with disabilities in mind. That said, it’ll likely also appeal to anyone else who hates spending time tying their shoes. “The original concept around this shoe was to support our adaptive athletes better,” Haley Toelle, one of the designers behind the Go FlyEase, said in a promo video. “We quickly, throughout the process, found that the shoe is really universal. Everyone around the table would be like, ‘Oh I need this shoe. I have kids, this would save my life in the morning.’ So I see that trickle-down effect. You always design for the most extreme case — that’s the hardest thing to do — and then it opens it up to everybody.”
Nike will launch the shoes with neon yellow and blue; black, blue, and purple; and all-black options, but you might not be able to go hands-free just yet. For now, the Nike Go FlyEase is only available to select Nike Members by invite, but the shoe will become available to everyone later this year, according to a press release.