Not a fan of their flats but their lug loafers are my favorite work shoes!
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Ha, that can happen. For transitional weather, I always pack a thin white long sleeved. It can be dressed up with scarf or necklace. And it can be layered under most of my short sleeved shirts if needed for cooler weather.
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@showmom858 - I’ll have to keep an eye out for Taos leather sneakers. I once bought a great pair of comfy Taos sandals with rubber soles for a Europe trip, and that style ended up having too thin soles for the cobblestones. But I loved the fit and arch support.
I can’t wear flats of any kind 
I’m thinking their sneakers won’t work for cobblestone - they don’t look like they have a thick enough sole. I may try (at my peril) the sandal/slide. It’s a footbed type with arch support. Even if it doesn’t work for travel, it looks like something I’d wear for spring/summer.
I like all my Ecco footwear…sneakers, boots and sandals. My leather sneakers in white, black and grey rose, have served me well on many vacations. However I am concerned about some recent reviews for my style (soft 7s). I haven’t had any issues with mine, but will be cautious when I’d like to replace my current ones. And fyi you can find Ecco stores in Europe.
I also recommend On. They are super lightweight. I have slip-on and shoelace tie-on shoes that are very comfortable.
I don’t bother with heels/dress shoes any longer. Like pant lengths most things are acceptable. A white sneaker with a skirt looks great imo.
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I did look at Ecco but was also concerned with some of the reviews, considering the price point.
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Vionics seem to be beloved by so many people. If you need a starting point, that might be the way to go.
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Sorry, neither I nor my podiatrist niece could wear the expensive pair of Vionics I bought, so I’d strongly advise you to try and wear awhile before buying. Preferably buy well before you will be using them on a trip so you’re not surprised in any bad way!
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@CollegeNerd67 - the weather in Italy last April was pretty warm but it varied. I wore a pair of light-weight, khaki skinny pants with a tank top layered with a sweater and light jacket very frequently. We were up north in Lake Como for a bit so appreciated my layers & lightweight jacket and scarf. I picked up a sweatshirt there too. The southern cities were warmer.
100% agree with HImom - the very best shoes are the ones you are comfortable with and wear all the time at home for long walks. You don’t want to be uncomfortable in any way during your wonderful trip.
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As would apply to any brand if shoe you buy. 
I’ve had pair of SAS 3 strap sandals (some bought on eBay, sizing is consistent). I don’t see the style anymore new, but the nice thick sole worked fine on cobblestone.
Yes! I don’t wear sneakers when I travel as my feet get really hot. I wore these on both vacations , walking miles each day. I love them!
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Think about having a shoe that works as a slipper back in the room (sandles could work). Our Florence hotel/apartment had concrete floors. I actually had Oofos flip flops and Clark traveltime (cushy clogs) with me, very handy.
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Not Italy, but I recently cruised and threw in a pair of cloth slides (Sanuk) at the last minute. I ended up wearing them almost all the time! Then I brought them to Florida and wore them in the condo for a few reasons. Small to pack, more comfortable than flats. I have fat feet.
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My daughter has a few pairs of On sneakers. They look nice but find they don’t have the support I need. Hokas now are my go-to walking shoes and I have them in several colors. I only wear closed toe sandals when I travel, to keep my feet cleaner.
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I have found the same, On not supportive enough. I walked all over Italy and France last summer with plantar fasciitis in Hokas and Birkenstocks and my feet were happy.
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I’ve had a couple of falls in the past on gravelly trails, including one where I tore my meniscus and another one where I broke my tibia/fibula. So I worry a lot about falling again. I went to REI for help picking out a shoe. They sold me a pair of Hoka sneakers and now I’m a fan. I wear a size 10 shoe, and I joke that my Hokas look like clown shoes because of the oversized sole. When I first got them I was self conscious about how they make my already big feet look gigantic, but I’m a convert. They are so lightweight, provide great support, and give me greater confidence walking on uneven terrain.
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It’s helpful to have your feedback. I’ve looked at Hokas on others and thought they looked comfortable. Was not sure how stable they’d be. Might have to try on a pair.
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My friend and I went to a running store where they actually try to help you find appropriate shoes for the customer. We both left with Hokas and both love them even though we don’t love the bright colors and huge soles. I did wear them to Japan and found them super comfortable. When it was pouring rain, they did get soaked and needed to dry off over night. I was glad a had a 2nd pair of shoes to wear. It was suitable for all the walking we did on the trip and the soles provided adequate gripping of the trails, even when gravelly.
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Can we discuss travel, “sets”?
These seem to be all the rage of influencers for airline travel.
A friend loves and recommends Frank & Eileen, but she clearly has a higher clothing than budget than I do!
I would absolutely prefer something less expensive but I also don’t want thin/poor quality that wrinkles or pills a lot.