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It's not easy being on your feet all day, so why make it even harder with uncomfortable shoes? Maybe you put together an outfit you absolutely love, and you just aren't willing to dull it down with an old pair of shoes—but by the end of the day, your feet are killing you! That's why it's important to wear a pair of the best shoes for standing all day.
Thankfully, there are so many shoe options that take the pressure off your feet. Whether you work in an office, a classroom, in healthcare, or you spend your day training on a track—you don't have to worry about sacrificing your comfort for the sake of your look!
Our Top Picks
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Best Overall
Omega Walk Women's Athletic Shoes
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2
Best Running Shoes
Nike ZoomX Invincible Run Flyknit
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3
Best Classic Sneakers
New Balance Women's 608 V5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainer
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4
Best Cushioned Running Shoes
Hoka Bondi 7
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5
Best for Healthcare Workers
Pacific Palm Clove Shoes
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Many of these options are affordable and come in several different styles and colors to fit everyone's taste. You'll find comfortable sneakers with foam technology geared towards runners, as well as tennis shoes made durable (and easy to clean!) for essential workers. There are also platform loafer options, padded flats, and even comfortable heels!
The shape of your feet, your body weight, and the amount of time spent actually on your feet all play a factor in selecting the best shoe, according to podiatrists. Generally, here are some things to look for: The shoe should have an outsole design that's preferably wide and flat, a cushioned sole, and a higher heel-to-toe offset, all of which can put less stress on your legs. So take a step in the right direction with a pick from this list of the best shoes for walking, standing, or working all day long.
1
Best Overall
Omega Walk Women's Athletic Shoes
2
Best Running Shoes
Nike ZoomX Invincible Run Flyknit
3
Best Classic Sneakers
New Balance Women's 608 V5 Casual Comfort Cross Trainer
4
Best Cushioned Running Shoes
Hoka Bondi 7
5
Best for Healthcare Workers
Pacific Palm Clove Shoes
6
Best Platform Sneakers
Dr. Scholl's Time Off Platform Sneaker
7
Best Slip-Ons
Dr. Scholl's Madison Sneaker
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Naturalizer Womens Marianne Loafers
9
Best Cushioned Booties
Women's Soft 7 Low Cut Zip Bootie Sneakers
10
Best Dress Shoes
The Pacific
11
Most Cushioned Flat-Style Shoes
The Starling
12
Most Comfortable Flat-Style Shoes
The Point
13
Best Wedge Shoes
Crocs Brooklyn Strappy Low Wedges
14
Best Clogs
Professional Cordovan Cabrio
15
Best Boots
The Glove Boot ReKnit
Macie Reynolds Assistant Editor Macie Reynolds is the assistant editor of E-Commerce and SEO for The Pioneer Woman.