<p>I need a wide width and have found Naturalizer, Clarks, and Easy Spirit to be brands I can find in a wide width which are comfortable to wear. I most often wear Clarks clog-style shoes with dress trousers. Here’s an example of something I find very comfortable:</p>
<p>I think I like them because they are loose fitting (I hate shoes that feel tight), and they provide enough support. This year I also purchased a pair of inexpensive suede ankle boots in a wide width - the wide was too wide, but the normal width was too tight. I bought a pair of cushioned insoles and inserted them, and now they are incredibly comfortable and the insoles took care of the too-wide issue.</p>
<p>There is a site called shoesforcrews that makes shoes for restaurant workers (non-skid, waterproof, etc.) S has a pair for his dishwashing job. I would check them out also.</p>
<p>If you have a DSW nearby, I would put a pair of pants n that you would wear to work, bring appropriate “socks” and go peruse the selection there - they have many of the brands mentioned above - start a pile of boxes. Give yourself plenty of time to shop and narrow down your choices there. You can choose a pair or write down the product info and look on.ine at 6pm.com or elsewhere and order.</p>
<p>Not a fashion statement by any means, but nurses and other professionals who stand on their feet all day swear by Dansko clogs. I have the XPs, which are very lightweight and flexible. They sell them at The Walking Company, Nordstrom, etc.</p>
<p>Shoes for walking and shoes for standing are different. If you’re standing, I would recommend clogs with cork soles (that’s what most professional chefs wear). Finn Comfort are very expensive, but well worth it in terms of arch support, especially if you have wide feet. For walking, I prefer Merrells.</p>
<p>I’m a nurse and loved my clogs! 12 hours on my feet and I didn’t have any issues with foot pain. I finally had to give them up, though, because I’d trip like 6 times a day. Somehow the sole would catch the floor just enough to throw me forward. I’m sure it would have helped if I’d had a better gait (I must not always lift my lead foot high enough sometimes). I could literally trip on absolutely nothing. I was the entertainment for my unit.</p>
<p>I agree shoes for standing. & walking are different.
Danskos & Birkenstocks are good standing shoes, not so great for walking.IMO
If I had to have one pair that did both, either my Ariat cowboy boots or my Merrell tetra strap boots are my favorite- unfortunately- they are not for every occasion. </p>
<p>Youll want good arch support and cushioning. You might look at the Walking Company, but make sure they fit you correctly, Ive had them try & convince me that a smaller size would work.
Also if this will be everyday, you’ll want to alternate your shoes( heel height & the way they attach to your foot)</p>
<p>I like to look at shoes @ Nordstrom Rack because then I can take as much time as I want to decide & can pick out ones to try myself.
Zappos works too although you have to buy them first!
Zappos needs to do something with shoes the way that Warby Parker sends you glasses.
( try on five pairs for five days, free)
;)</p>
<p>There is no comparison between original Danskos and the newer XPs. Originals are fine for standing, but I can walk ten miles in the professional line. The originals seem to have a looser fit as well.</p>
<p>Thanks for the update Roshke. I had the original Danskos Im sure, it was so long ago that they only came in black & white- maybe red.
My older D likes the newer ones, she has a very slim foot.
She needs soles that are a little more flexible however since she often uses her bike to commute.</p>
<p>I believe for truly being on your feet all day, cushioning is the key thing. Given that, a well-cushioned pair of running or walking shoes is the best choice, but you won’t look good! I think Hoka makes the best cushioned shoe on the market.</p>
<p>Tod’s for looks, and comfortable for walking. Merrell’s or Dansko for standing comfort. Also have clogs by Ariat with a rubber sole. Not good for walking long distances but very good for standing. For a day in the city or a day of touring while on vacation, Tod’s or Saucony running shoes. Both are wide across the front but narrow at the back.</p>
<p>The Walking Company and Clark’s gave some fairly attractive shoes which are pretty comfortable. If you wear slacks, black discrete walking shoes are ok. I’ve worn them for decades for most events, especially when I’ll be on my feet a lot.</p>
<p>Birkenstocks are the most forgiving on the feet, mold to your foot, come in various widths. Keens are good, but I need Superfeet in mine. Superfeet improve the comfort of all my shoes. For everyday house shoes, I use my Birkenstock sandals. I have also been known to walk on my treadmill at home wearing them. Very comfortable and sturdy, though of course I would not run in sandals, nor do they work well on icy, slick outside surfaces.</p>
<p>Soft-footbed birkenstocks…notthe regular hard kind. And ALEGRIA shoes, designed for nurses. I love the low boots, Paloma style and the clogs. [Alegria</a> Medical Shoes](<a href=“http://www.alegriashoeshop.com/category-s/110.htm]Alegria”>Alegria Shoes at the Official Alegria Shoe Shop). Once you know your size, all of them have the same cork/foam removable insole and all of them. fit the same. I only buy from the closeout specials, but I now have quite a collection! I wear a 39 in birkenstocks, and the sizing is same for the Alegrias - and the footbed is just as comfy. I hesitated when i first bought a pair, but love, love, love them!!!</p>